How to wear leather trousers over the age of 35
Leather trousers are a tricky trend to pull off at any age, but these gorgeous fashion bloggers prove that even when you're over 35 they can be a stylish alternative to skinny jeans. By Not Dressed As Lamb blogger Catherine Summers.
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Keep the top half loose and unstructured
To avoid the Sandy in Grease look, keep the top half of your outfit relaxed and loose - save very fitted tops for looser trouser shapes. Remember, lush fabrics like silk and cashmere contrast beautifully with leather trousers.
Claudia of Glam Up Your Lifestyle has kept her look modern by also adding boots and giving a flash of bare ankle.
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Go casual with knitwear, layers and flats
Slip-on skater shoes give leather trousers an instant sports-luxe feel. By adding layers in neutral colours rather than brights you’ll create an ultra chic casual look.
Blogger Annette of Lady of Style wore her leather trousers with a black knit, smart camel coloured coat and high-shine skaters. A leopard print scarf ( a print that never seems to date) completed the fresh feel of this outfit.
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Blogger Annette of Lady of Style wore her leather trousers with a black knit, smart camel coloured coat and high-shine skaters. A leopard print scarf ( a print that never seems to date) completed the fresh feel of this outfit.
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Wear with simple, classic pieces
Leather trousers are such a statement all by themselves that you don’t need to over-style them. Nikki of Mid Life Chic wore hers with a simple striped Breton top and pointed flats - two classic pieces that every wardrobe needs - and made her leathers more subtle in the process.
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Pair with a tuxedo jacket for a stunning evening look
The ultimate in elegant evening wear when you don’t want to wear a skirt - leather trousers will ooze sophistication when worn with a tuxedo jacket and fabulous jewellery. Whether you choose ankle boots or courts, heels are essential.
Pushing up the sleeves on the jacket like Nicole of Momtrends will show off some extra skin and give you an even sexier look.
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Pushing up the sleeves on the jacket like Nicole of Momtrends will show off some extra skin and give you an even sexier look.
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Add nude heels and a boxy jacket
Pointed, nude heels always flatter feet and ankles, and a boxy jacket will add a smart but feminine contrast to leather trousers.
If you’re worried about showing off too much of your bottom simply layer with a longer length blouse that will also hide your tummy as Carly of Thirty Something Fashion has done here. Don’t forget the obligatory oversized sunglasses to add an air of mystery.
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If you’re worried about showing off too much of your bottom simply layer with a longer length blouse that will also hide your tummy as Carly of Thirty Something Fashion has done here. Don’t forget the obligatory oversized sunglasses to add an air of mystery.
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Wear with glam, modern pieces
If you want to go all out glamour, wear your leather trousers with an on-trend piece like the belted cape that Lissy of A Girl in Boston has paired with hers. (Structured tops or jackets are also a great choice.)
Leather ankle boots in the same colour will always create the illusion of long legs, and bold metallic jewellery makes the outfit look expensive and classy.
Written by Catherine Summers from Not Dressed As Lamb
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Leather ankle boots in the same colour will always create the illusion of long legs, and bold metallic jewellery makes the outfit look expensive and classy.
Written by Catherine Summers from Not Dressed As Lamb
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