Forget Jeans — The Fashion Girls Are All Wearing Suede Trousers, And These Are The Best High Street Styles

If you've been keeping a close eye on London's most stylish residents, you'll have likely noticed that suede has been making a serious sartorial splash as of late. Blame it on the continued appeal of the Western trend (thank you, Cowboy Carter tour announcement) or the fact that recent runways including Miu Miu, Bottega Veneta, Loewe and Chloé have been dotted with the sumptuous fabric, but suede has singlehandedly dominated this season.

Now, the buttery soft fabric is gracing a selection of silhouettes such as straight-fit and wide-leg, making it the perfect elevated alternative to jeans. Armed with an undeniable boho charm, suede trousers, with their velvety finish and rich autumnal palette of caramel, chocolate brown, burgundy and olive, are the easiest way to appear instantly polished. No matter if you style yours with a sleek T-shirt, a chunky jumper or with a matching suede blazer, they're sure to be a winner as long as you remember to spray a protective solution liberally.

If you're looking for a low rise alternative, Reformation's Veda Vida trousers encapsulates the LA cool girl vibe with their roomy construction. You could also always go for a 70s working girl outfit with Mango's suede flared trousers topped with a matching blazer.

If Gen-Z is to be believed, flares are cool again. Mango's suede style offers a luxe and subtle entryway into the retro trend and will look as good with clogs and a ruffled blouse as with sleek boots and a turtleneck.

With their deep brown hue and baggy silhouette, H&M's suede trousers look much more expensive than they are and will definitely be your most worn piece through the years.

M&S' barrel leg suede trousers are perhaps one of the best designs on the high street thanks to their high waistline, roomy silhouette and cropped fit. They'll pair well with everything from button-downs to jumpers.

With a zipped split hem detail, this refined pair will instantly elevate any look, whether you pair it with a sleek blouse and kitten heels for work or a biker jacket and ankle boots for the weekend.

Wear these low-rise trousers with everything from tank tops and T-shirts to more dramatic shirts, they're more versatile than you might imagine.

So popular they're almost sold out, these khaki trousers from Zara make for the perfect addition to your everyday uniform. Plus, faux suede is likely to be less damaged by accidental exposure to water.

Offering the street style edge of cargos in an expensive-looking suede finish, Whistles' suede trousers will add a sophisticated touch to your favourite graphic tees while also equally as good with a fine knit cardigan.

Another pair of straight fit trousers, this cider design is an instant classic with its mid-rise waist and slightly baggy silhouette and will fit seamlessly into your jumper and trousers rotation this winter.

The second Reformation style on this list, we're obsessed with the stud detailing on this pair. It's perfect for adding a subtle Western edge into your look without veering into cosplay territory.

If you're not one for lighter shades, Sézane's cropped Damiano trousers are rendered in a deep chestnut hue for a nostalgic finish and will work wonders with a frilly boho chic blouse.

Take a page out of the Scandi street style rulebook and pair these chocolate brown longline shorts with a bomber jacket and knee-high boots.

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