The Tamesis
Photo: Courtesy of Huy Luong
No season’s capsule wardrobe is complete without a pair of tailored trousers—and spring 2026 is no exception. This season, however, the fashion staple takes on a more tapered silhouette, with plenty of legroom and tapering at the ankle. This shift was especially evident in Vogue’s spring Shopping List shoot, where Lisa Aiken wore a pair of Cos khaki pants (you can shop hers below) paired with a collarless blazer. This look proved to be an instant hit, showing that “basic” khaki pants can still make a serious fashion impact.
Vogue’s go-to tapered pants editor:
Alaïa pleated cotton-blend tapered pants
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Róhe pleated cotton-blend tapered pants
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The Frankie Shop Orissa Georgette Tapered Pants
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Like bloomers in your wardrobe, tapered pants give a relaxed and elegant look. Alaïa’s classic black backpack, for example, serves as the ultimate styling blank canvas for Arma’s shiny suede duster, St. Agni’s simple white tank top and Toteme’s textured raffia tote.
Equally versatile are Bottega Veneta’s pleated pieces, which are ideal for office hours or a night out, whether paired with loafers or Phoebe Philo’s polished heels, or a tassel-embellished clutch, also from Bottega. Color-wise, cobalt blue continues to dominate, and this Zara pair is our top choice. Paired with Róhe’s transitional jackets, Kallmeyer’s polo sweaters and Dries Van Noten’s embellished sneakers, they exude a vibrant vibe.
Take this as your cue to embrace fresh shapes and pair it with a pair of tapered trousers – they’ll easily go with anything and fit every occasion – see our outfit guide below.
