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Don't Worry—Jeans Aren't Going Anywhere, But This Winter, Looking Rich Means Wearing This Anti-Denim Pant Trend Too

By Swedan Margen

Don't Worry—Jeans Aren't Going Anywhere, But This Winter, Looking Rich Means Wearing This Anti-Denim Pant Trend Too

If you’ve been wearing denim nonstop since the temperatures dropped, the New Year is your cue to give your jeans a break and test-drive winter’s new must-have: suede pants. The trend is already all over our feeds, with fashion insiders like Sofia Richie Grainge shelving their hard pants in favor of buttery soft trousers for the cold-weather season.

And for a good reason. Suede pants exude the same effortlessness as your favorite pair of jeans, but with a lusciously rich texture that stands out in a sea of puffer jackets, wool coats, and knit sweaters. The silhouettes and fits are just as versatile, with options including high-waisted wide-legs with dramatic puddled hems, slim cigarette cuts that can be tucked into tall boots, and subtly flared styles that perfectly frame pointed-toe heels.

Aimee Song in wide-leg brown suede pants, brown blazer, and white turtleneck.

There is also a vast color variety with suede pants. In warm browns (cognac, chestnut, chocolate, etc.), the fabric looks rich, instantly making an outfit appear more luxe. In off-whites and light camels, it extends the life span of your favorite white denim outfits into winter. In black and olive green, the style can masquerade as tailored pants (shhh, we won’t tell your boss).

@kristencueto wearing a navy-blue coat, white eyelet collared blouse, Adidas sneakers, and brown suede pants.

Styling suede pants is simple, too: Swap them in anywhere you’d normally reach for jeans. Pair with a white T-shirt and fluffy coat for the weekend, a turtleneck and blazer for office days, and a fitted going-out top with a statement belt for evenings out.

Camille Charriere wearing cropped wide-leg suede pants with a white T-shirt and Chanel ballet flats.

If you need more winter outfit inspiration, Richie Grainge paired her loose-fitting suede pants from her just-launched brand SRG with a cream turtleneck, pointy shoes, and a structured clutch, a styling master class in looking effortlessly put-together without trying hard.

Sofia Grainge in beige suede pants and white sweater turtleneck.

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Give your denim a well-earned day off. Scroll on for the best suede pants on the market right now, from real and faux to tailored and slouchy, and build your winter outfits around them.

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We the Free Glow Up Vegan Suede Pants

We the Free

Glow Up Vegan Suede Pants

Let the relaxed leg, paneled detailing, and no-band waist of this faux-suede pair do the talking with a baby tee, cowboy boots, and a Penny Lane–esque jacket.

Fluid Straight-Leg Pants

COS

Fluid Straight-Leg Pants

The deep blue shade makes for an unexpected touch. It also pairs with everything from crisp shirting to oversize knits.

Wide-leg suede pants in brown.

Soft faux suede and a tailored cut make these pants an easy upgrade from everyday denim.

Veda Kennedy Studded Leather Pant

Veda

Kennedy Studded Leather Pant

The studded detail adds a rock-star edge to this wide-leg pair.

Slim, straight-cut leg brown suede pants.

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Suede Trousers

A straight-leg silhouette instantly nails that fashion-editor off-duty look.

Die-Cut Hem Faux Suede Culottes

ZARA

Die-Cut Hem Faux Suede Culottes

Zara’s faux-suede culottes give the trend a playful twist with a statement hem. Show off knee-high boots or sock boots underneath.

Paperbag-cut suede pants with removable rope belt.

The paper-bag waist and rope belt give these suede pants a perfectly vintage, thrift-store-gem vibe.

The Colette Crop Suede High-Rise Wide-Leg Pants by Maeve

Maeve

The Colette Crop Suede High-Rise Wide-Leg Pants

Suede fabric gives your go-to wide-leg cropped pants a winter twist.

100% Suede Flared Pants - Women | Mango Usa

MANGO

100% Suede Flared Pants

These high-rise suede flare-leg pants deliver ’70s glam. Add a silky blouse and platform heels to round out the look.

Relaxed-Fit Suede Pant in Brown, Size 6

Tory Burch

Relaxed-Fit Suede Pant

One of the more expensive pairs on this list, it's also one of the most luxurious and buttery soft. These Tory Burch suede pants will become a winter staple for years to come.

Kick Flare High-Rise Vegan Suede Cropped Pant

Banana Republic Factory

Kick Flare High-Rise Vegan Suede Cropped Pant

The smooth, streamlined fit makes this lightly hued pant a good choice for both office days and weekends.

Chevalier Pant -- Deep Chocolate

The deep chocolate color and soft finish channel a countryside mood. Add a billowy blouse and live your best cottagecore dream.

Pleated Wide Leg Suede Pants

R13

Pleated Wide Leg Suede Pants

These pleated wide-leg suede pants bring major drama with every step.

Dusty Pant

These low-waist suede pants exude a going-out energy. Style this drawstring pair with a slinky tank and strappy heels.

Asos Design Suedette Barrel Leg Pants in Dark Brown

ASOS DESIGN

Suedette Barrel Leg Pants

The barrel-leg silhouette will continue to trend in 2026. Balance the curved leg of this style with a slim turtleneck or tucked-in tee.

Vionette Faux Suede Wide Leg Pants

Lysse

Vionette Faux Suede Wide Leg Pants

Element Pant

With a lace-up closure, these pants check off the Western trend as well as suede.

Joe's Jeans the Mia Ankle Vegan Suede Pants

Joe's Jeans

Mia Ankle Vegan Suede Pants

The ankle length of this pair is perfect for showing off loafers by day and heeled boots by night.

High Rise Slim Boot Vegan Suede Pants.

Abercrombie & Fitch

Curve Love High Rise Slim Boot Vegan Suede Pant

A subtle flare for the minimalists. The fit is good for shoppers with curves.

Suede Split-Hem Crop Pants

Vince

Suede Split-Hem Crop Pants

Highlight the nostalgic silhouette of these cigarette-cut, cropped suede pants with slingback heels and a marinière shirt.

Topshop Faux Suede Wide Leg Pants With Seam Detailing in Slate

Topshop

Faux Suede Wide Leg Pants With Seam Detailing

The slate colorway sets this pair apart from the rest on the suede-pant market.

La Ligne Suede Jenny Pants

La Ligne

Suede Jenny Pants

These low-rise suede pants nail the Y2K comeback without feeling costumey.

Faux Suede Wide Leg Pants

ZARA

Faux Suede Wide Leg Pants

A faux-suede wide-leg pant that looks more expensive than it is. Style it with the matching shirt for a low-effort, high-impact outfit.

Asos Design Curve Straight Leg Suede Paneled Pants in Mocha

ASOS DESIGN

Curve Straight Leg Suede Paneled Pants

Team these straight-leg paneled suede pants with a cropped cardigan or a fitted tee.

Suede Miro Relaxed Pant

Citizens of Humanity

Suede Miro Relaxed Pant

An investment pair you’ll build winter outfits around for years. The slight barrel shape adds just the right amount of interest.

Faux suede pants featuring a cropped silhouette, tapered look, and exposed seams at the front.

Saks Fifth Avenue

Faux Suede Pants

A work-appropriate pair that you can style with a blazer and loafers. These faux-suede pants can easily slip into all your tall winter boots as well.

The Whitley Pant

Nakedvice

The Whitley Pant

A sleek, straight-leg profile that will go with everything in your closet.

Mossi Suede Trousers

ba&sh

Mossi Suede Trousers

These trousers from the French It-girl brand bring ease and cool to the suede look.

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