The cargo pant‘s epic rise in popularity over the past couple of years truly came as a surprise to most fashion editors. Championed by celebrities who made a very compelling case for the style including Rihanna, Emily Ratajkowski, and Bella Hadid, we started to perceive the trouser as less clueless dad and more cool girl. A few years in and the ergonomic trousers have entirely shaken off their former reputation, attracting a swarm of cargo-converts to the check-out button.
Though the trousers continue to gain popularity, the abundance of pockets and casual draped shape does make styling the pant a smidge difficult. To make things easier, we’ve tried styling cargos with just about every type of shoe you can imagine, whittling it down the styles that do the most for each-other below.
From sleek kitten heels, to the perfect trainers pairing, we’ve done the hard-work so that you can style your cargo trousers with ease. Read on to discover which shoes we love to style with cargo trousers below.
Style notes: Nothing will elevate the look of your cargo trousers quite like a chic kitten heel. The mini-heel packs a punch, delivering a sleek and stylish finish whilst juxtaposing the utilitarian nature of the trousers.
The perfect relaxed pair.
I’m all in for the mesh-shoe trend.
The adjustable ankle cords mean that you can tailor the fit to your liking.
If you ask anyone in the Who What Wear UK office what their favourite slingback shoes are, they’ve point you towards the above.
Nili Lotan is our go-to for premium cargo trousers.
This versatile pair is easy to style with just about anything.
Style notes: It can be argued that cargo trousers look best with equally ergonomic accessories, such a retro trainers. To lean all the way in, consider styling with a crossbody bag and bomber jacket.
This lightweight fabric instills a casual finish to the trouser.
Hoff trains have been catching our eyes recently.
An ideal amount of pockets.
Retro done right.
These COS cargo trousers toe the line between tailored pant and cargo, and for that reason we adore them.
Autry trainers are creeping up our wish list by the day.
Style notes: For a breezy, casual outfit, look no further than cargos and flip flops. This playful combination is so easy to fall back on during warmer weather. If you want to hone a more polished look, consider tracking down flip flops with a small heel, but, if you’d prefer to keep your heels on the ground, a flat pair in smooth leather works just as well. To complete the ensemble, opt for a cargo trouser in a light fabric such as cotton or linen for a harmonious pairing.
The more pockets, the better.
An easy and chic sandal.
The wide leg is easy to style with boots and sandals.
