Finding the right pants to wear instead of jeans has been something of a lifelong journey for me. Not to liken myself to one of fashion’s greatest minds, but I’ve never felt more seen than when Miuccia Prada exclaimed that she’s never worn a pair of jeans in her life. While I can’t claim the same, given that jeans are hanging in my closet right now, I have to admit that unfortunately denim doesn’t quite suit me.
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It’s not that I don’t like the appeal of classic Americana denim; it’s that they don’t seem to like me. I’ve found a few baggy jeans I’ll wear, but the classic straight-leg blue jeans in everyone’s capsule wardrobe sit completely untouched in my closet. I’ve just struggled to find a pair of jeans that excite me as much as a pair of wide-leg pants or tapered trousers. These silhouettes instantly elevate an ensemble in a way that denim simply falls short. And where jeans always lean casual, a pair of really crisp white pants mean business.
If you, like me, have been feeling bored with your jeans and want alternative options to spruce up your closet, you’ve come to the right place. I own a plethora of pants outside of the denim category that I’d love to reintroduce you to. Below, is every type of pants to wear instead of jeans, from the office to the bar and everywhere in between.
