Throughout summer, autumn and spring, you’ll be hard-pressed to find me in anything other than jeans, but as soon as winter’s chill really begins to bite, I return to my annual ritual: reintroducing corduroy trousers into my wardrobe rotation. With their naturally warm finish—thanks to the thick fabrication and ribbed texture—cords are one of the most comfortable trousers to reach for on frosty days.
Styling them on repeat, however, can be a different story. So this season, I’ve taken the time to really hone in on the shoes that complement corduroy best. From the prettiest ballet flats to the boots that never miss, below are the four shoe trends that look especially chic with corduroy trousers.
1. Corduroy Trousers + Ballet Flats
Style Notes: Corduroy’s dense weave can feel visually heavy, so when I want to lighten the overall look, I find that showing a little skin at the ankle instantly softens things up. Classic black ballet flats offer an elegant contrast, but a chocolate or caramel pair looks just as refined.
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