11 Best Leather Pants Outfit Ideas, Inspired by Celebrities 2025
Is it a hot take to call leather pants a neutral? Even if that’s an unpopular opinion, I’m willing to defend this point until the bitter end. No capsule wardrobe is complete without a pair, and if you don’t yet own one, I’m positive you will be amazed at how easily it can transform your weekly looks.
Paired with a blazer, T-shirt, or even lingerie, I’ve rounded up 11 celebrities as perfect examples of how to style leather pants. Ahead, find all the outfit inspiration—and product recommendations—you need.
A White Top
When in doubt, a white top will always look good with black bottoms. But then again, not any old basics will do. To ensure this doesn’t devolve into a derivative or boring ensemble, look for separates that are luxury-tier quality. Craftsmanship and good design are timeless.
Wolford Beauty Cotton Tank Top
Commando Faux Leather Flared Leg Pants
Golden Goose Debbie Beatles Studded Leather Boots
Balenciaga Genève Large Hobo Bag
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Ray-Ban Emy Rectangular Sunglasses
A Fitted Bodice + Wide-Leg Pant
Sofía Vergara really did the damn thing here. Immediately, I need a pair of wide-leg leather pants with an elastic waistband for the comfort alone! This is the perfect use case for the age-old trick of contrasting silhouettes: One element is flowing and oversized while the other is fitted.
Wolford Mat De Luxe Shaping Thong Bodysuit
Kobi Halperin Charlize Faux Leather Pants
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Yves Saint Laurent Uptown Pouch
Favorite Daughter The Favorite Pinstripe Blazer
Rag & Bone Quinn Mid Chelsea Boots
Roxanne Assoulin Square Stone Spaced Chiclet Stretch Bracelet
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A Coordinating Set
If denim on denim is a Canadian tuxedo, what do we call leather on leather? I’m open to suggestions, but in the meantime, the point remains that coordinating separates is a no-brainer way to look pulled together without putting in that much effort.
Alberta Ferretti Buttoned Leather Jacket
Alberta Ferretti Stud Pocket Flared Trousers
Tony Bianco Sheba Whiskey Boots
Awe Inspired Mini Athena Pendant Necklace
Brunello Cucinelli Monili Envelope Flap Suede Clutch Bag
Brilliant Earth Toi et Moi Heart and Emerald Cut White Topaz Cocktail Ring
Blazer + An Edgy Touch
Okay, Kate Hudson! This is a look I could easily see myself wearing. You could certainly style any pair of leather pants with a blazer, but bonus points if you go for something with a bit of extra flair, like her lace-up trousers.
Lafayette 148 New York Satin Peak Lapel Blazer
AGGI by HALEWSKI Jo Rich Black Vegan Leather Pants
Alaïa Cœur Slingback Pumps
Jacquemus Le Bandeau Pralu Ribbed-Knit Crop Top
Nadri Love All Cubic Zirconia Tennis Necklace
Chanel Le Vernis Longwear Nail Color
A Pop of Color
Maybe you would rather not leave the house in head-to-toe fire engine red (but if you do, we have some inspiration for you there, too), but there’s a lesson to be learned here, I swear. Your leather pants don’t have to be black—and I emphasize: You can buy non-black clothes.
L’Agence Chamberlain Blazer
L’Agence Clayton Coated Wide-Leg Jean
Black Suede Studio Lou 50 Pump
Frame Relaxed Blue Striped Shirt
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Khaite x Oliver Peoples Beveled Acetate Rectangle Sunglasses
Akris Anna Medium Leather Hobo Bag
Sharp & Sculptural Lines
Ugh, the perfect specimen. Is there anything Zendaya looks bad in? The way she wore this lady jacket with a bit of skin showing is a masterclass in sexy yet stylish dressing.
Amanda Uprichard Berlin Jacket
Christian Louboutin Condora Pointed Toe Bootie
Nadri Leah Pavé Cage Ear Crawlers
NOOD The Game Changer Lift & Shape Bra
Lelet NY Tera Petite Ponytail Cuff
Dressed Down with a Tee
One of my go-to dressing formulas is adding a T-shirt to almost any bottom. It offers a more casual, street style vibe to outfits that might otherwise lack personality. I’m partial to a graphic tee, but rugby shirts or soccer jerseys are very on-trend this year.
Ambush Striped Rugby Shirt
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Victoria Beckham Alina High-Rise Leather Bootcut Pants
Proenza Schouler XL Ruched Tote Bag
Justine Clenquet Dana Necklace
Prada Pop Strings Bag Charm
Classic Black and White
I touched on black and white for Bella Hadid’s look earlier, but here is another fantastic example from Heidi Klum. While Bella’s look is better suited for weekends or after-hours, this option is ideal for work.
The Frankie Shop Bea Oversized Suiting Blazer
Tuckernuck Scoop Neck Tee
Proenza Schouler White Label Lightweight Leather Culottes
Reformation Rosina Ankle Boot
Anya Hindmarch Mortimer Top Handle
Their 14k Sutton Oval Locket
Accessorize, Accessorize, Accessorize
Of course, Cynthia Erivo made sure to have some emerald green accents. She is nothing if not consistent. The combination of this sweater and these trousers stands out to me for the laidback, boyfriend fit they provide. The jewelry, hat, nails, and mega-platform heels spice things up.
Chanel Joan Elkayam Buckled Baker Boy Hat
Miu Miu Wool and Cashmere Sweater
Mother Denim The Half-Pipe Cargo Nerdy
Gucci Horsebit Platform Loafer Slingback
Georg Jensen Arc Ear Cuff
With Something Sexy
Looking for date night outfit inspiration? Or maybe you’re still not sure of what you’re wearing for Valentine’s Day. You can thank Sydney Sweeney for this bright idea. Few pairings are sexier than leather and lace.
Nour Hammour Drey The It Girl Jacket
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Fleur du Mal Bianca Lace Bodysuit
L’Agence Livvy Leather Trouser
Prada Signature Rectangle Sunglasses
Loewe Mini Flamenco Clutch
A Long Coat + Turtleneck
Last but certainly not least, I had to include an option for my capsule wardrobe dressers. I’ll say it again: Leather pants are neutral! As such, they look amazing with fellow staple items, such as a knit turtleneck and a trench coat.
Theory Oversized Double-Breasted Trench Coat
Simkhai Katy Turtleneck Sweater
Agolde ’90s Pinch Waist Long
Khaite Lina Crossbody Bag
Chimi 11 Tortoise Sunglasses
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