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These Leather Pants Add an Instant Cool Factor to Your Winter Wardrobe

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The Classic

Agolde Recycled Leather Fitted ’90s

One of Agolde’s bestselling silhouettes is now available in the form of chic leather pants. And just in case you want another option beyond black, it also comes in three ever-so-chic neutral hues: white, beige, and cream.

Sizes: 23-34

Colors: Detox, Lace, Wisp, Toast

Material: Recycled leather, polyurethane, viscose, poly

The Chocolate Brown

Good American Good Icon Faux Leather Pants

With an extensive size range, an ultra-flattering fit, and three timeless colorways to choose from—all on top of that under-$200 price point—I can’t find a reason not to add these to your work wardrobe. They’ll even make for a great alternative to your go-to wool trousers.

Sizes: 00-32 Plus

Colors: Bark003, Black001, Malbec003

Material: Polyurethane

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The Embellished

Saks Potts Bonnie Grommet Straight Leg Lambskin Leather Pants

Now 25% Off

I didn’t think a pair of leather pants could get any cooler until I saw these. No critiques here—these are perfect and belong in my closet, stat.

Sizes: XS-L

Colors: Black

Material: Leather

The Under-$100

Mango Wide-Leg Faux Leather Pants

Not entirely sure if you’re ready to go all-in with leather pants? No worries, these are only $90. And with a classic shape, they’ll be the perfect option to swap out your other pants for the moments you want something sleek enough for the office but edgy enough for happy hour.

Sizes: 1-12

Colors: Black

Material: Polyester, polyurethane coating

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The Cropped Wide Leg

Sprwmn Cropped Baggy Pants

SPRWMN has made a name for itself by specializing in leather pants and other closet staples in the buttery soft material. Wear these with a pair of chic dress boots while the weather’s on the colder side, and then pair them with an ankle-baring heel as soon as the temperatures warm up.

Sizes: XS-L

Colors: Black

Material: Leather

The Bootcut

Madewell Kick Out Full-Length Pants

Sure, baggy, wide-leg pants have been all the rage as of late, but there’s something about a classic bootcut that feels so polished. Case in point: Madewell’s leather Kick Out Full-Length pants. I can already picture you wearing these for your next time at the bar (or even a concert).

Sizes: 23-33

Colors: True Black

Material: Leather

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The Metallic

Pistola Taylor Barrel Leg Faux Leather Pants

Take it from someone who’s been wearing silver metallic leather pants all season: This is the unexpected pick-me-up well worth all your cold-weather ensembles.

Sizes: 23-32

Colors: Party

Material: Polyurethane

The French Girl-Approved

Zadig & Voltaire Poete Leather Pants

The subtle crinkle texture of these pants is just enough to give your ensembles a barely-there hint of cool. And sometimes, that’s simply all you need to give your outfit a chic update. Plus, the lambskin leather used for these is ultra-soft and thin, meaning they won’t suffocate your legs (bless).

Sizes: 34-42

Colors: Encre

Material: Lambskin leather

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The Work Trouser

Vince Leather Wide Leg Utility Pants

A pair of brown leather pants had to make it into this roundup. It’s the color of the season—nay, year—after all. Vince has a way with its leather pieces, using material that feels incredibly soft and undeniably flattering on the body. And these will look as chic with your favorite blazers as they would with a denim jacket cozy sweater.

Sizes: 00-12

Colors: Walnut

Material: Leather

The Must-Have Staple

Mother The Smarty Pants Skimp

It just takes one look at these to know they’ll be a classic staple in your wardrobe. The silhouette will withstand the test of time, outliving any trend of the moment.

Sizes: 23-34

Colors: Invitation Only

Material: Polyurethane, recycled leather, polyester

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The Lace Up

Miaou Element Lace Up Pant

Leather or faux leather pants have every right to be sexy—and few brands can take on that vibe quite like Miaou. I trust you’ll feel incredibly hot the moment you put these one and lace them up.

Sizes: XS-1X

Colors: Black

Material: Polyurethane, rayon

The Low-Rise

Still Here Cool Jeans

As the name of these leather pants suggests, these are just really, really, cool. The low-rise fit at the hips combined with the flood-like drape of the legs says it all.

Sizes: 23-29

Colors: Black Leather

Material: Lambskin, polyurethane, polyester

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The Kick Flare

Frame Le Crop Mini Boot Leather Pants

On the other end of the spectrum, there’s the kick flare. And when it comes to universally flattering silhouettes, this one is hard to beat. Style these with your latest pair of sneakers, a cute ankle boot, or—when in doubt—beautiful heels.

Sizes: 23-34

Colors: Washed Black

Material: Leather

The Croc-Embossed

Bardot Croc Vegan Leather Pant

Whether you’re a major supporter of the animal print trend or you, like me, love a good croc-embossed piece of fashion, I guarantee these will elevate your looks to an entirely new level.

Sizes: 2-12

Colors: Tan Croc

Material: Polyurethane

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The Vintage-Inspired

Stand Studio Mylah Wide-Leg Leather Trousers

The worn-in, vintage-inspired look of these Stand Studio trousers will instantly add a slight edge to whatever you’re wearing, whether that be a vibrant mohair sweater or a T-shirt.

Sizes: 23-34

Colors: Worn Black

Material: Leather

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