What To Wear With Red Pants: 7 Chic Ways To Style

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In a year, how many times do you wear red pants? Once? Twice? Never? If you wear red pants more times than you can count, pat yourself on the back. You, girl, are a force to be reckoned with, fashion-wise.

But if you rarely glance at red pants, let alone wear them, you might want to revisit and revise. This is the best time to do so. We looked up some of the most covet-worthy looks of celebrities wearing these pants. We hope you’ll find them inspiring!

1. Low-Waist, Loose-Fitting Red Pants With Matching Blazer

Of course, not all of us have Nicole’s amazing abs, so if baring midriff is not your thing, wear a tank top instead.

This pants suit look is great for different occasions — semi-formal events, work, and even play! We do suggest adding statement accessories just like Nicole’s long gold necklaces.

Her bright red Hugo Boss pants are from the brand’s 20th-anniversary collection and Nicole paired them with a “Malory” tank top from Theory and Saint Laurent black smooth calfskin “Janis” pumps.

Nicole Scherzinger wearing bright red Hugo Boss pantsNicole Scherzinger wearing bright red Hugo Boss pants at The X Factor auditions at the Mercure Holland House Hotel in Cardiff, Wales, on July 3, 2013

2. Muscle Tees With Skinny Red Pants

Edgy Kelly Rowland showed her knack for street style with this muscle tee plus red pants combo. It was a casual look, but she amped up the style meter by throwing in pointy-toe pumps and gold-tone accessories.

Like Kelly, you can also wear your fitted red pants with graphic-printed muscle tees. This is a perfect festival or summer outfit!

Kelly Rowland showed her knack for street style with this muscle tee plus red pants comboInspiration: Kelly Rowland signing copies of her new album, Talk a Good Game, at Best Buy in Union Square, New York City, on June 18, 2013

3. Equestrian Look With Blazer and Knee-High Boots

Kourtney’s high-fashion outfit is for those who are seeking more adventure with their red pants. The knee-high boots gave this an edgy and “couture” appeal.

If you are unsure what color to wear with your red pants, you can’t go wrong with something navy just like Kourtney’s navy blazer.

Kourtney Kardashian wearing red pants with knee-high bootsInspiration: Kourtney Kardashian arriving with her husband and son at Novikov restaurant in London, United Kingdom, on April 24, 2013

4. Cropped Leather Jacket With Red Jumpsuit

Snap a red jumpsuit, and then break off the solid one-piece look with a cropped jacket. It sure worked for Miley Cyrus.

Miley Cyrus and her mother Tish Cyrus return to their Manhattan hotelInspiration: Miley Cyrus, with her mother, Tish Cyrus, returning to their Manhattan hotel after attending the Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week in New York City on February 13, 2013

5. Red Pants With Printed Cropped Jacket

If you are going for color as bold as red, you might as well go all the way and wear it with something printed. Padma’s printed jacket is a perfect option, with its graphic details and stud embellishment.

Padma Lakshmi in a printed jacket with red pantsInspiration: Padma Lakshmi at the Sunlight Jr. premiere during the 2013 Tribeca Film Festival in New York City on April 20, 2013

6. Leather Pants With Tuxedo Blazer

The ShoeDazzle founder styled her Balenciaga leather pants with a black Faith Connexion tuxedo blazer and a gray Monroe V-neck tee.

Kim wearing Balenciaga leather pants with a black Faith Connexion tuxedo blazerKim Kardashian arriving at the Villa restaurant of Woodland Hills in Topanga, California, on April 25, 2014

7. High-Waist Pants With Blazer

Katharine McPhee looked fabulous in wide-leg high-waist pants from Styland at a photocall for the musical ‘Waitress’ in New York City.

The American actress, singer, and songwriter styled her versatile pants with a Veronica Beard blazer, a Bodywrap bodysuit, Gianvito Rossi shoes, and 8 Other Reasons earrings.

Katharine McPhee wearing wide-leg high-waist pants from Styland at a photo call for the musical 'Waitress' in New York City on March 29, 2018Katharine McPhee wearing wide-leg high-waist pants from Styland at a photocall for the musical ‘Waitress’ in New York City on March 29, 2018

Of course, the many ways to style a pair of red pants don’t end with these celebrity outfits. Discover how you can inject this staple into your personal style!

If you are on the lookout for the perfect pair of red pants, you should check out the following chic options from Nordstrom:

Moschino Cheap & Chic Wool Gabardine Trousers and MICHAEL Michael Kors Color Skinny Jeansa. Moschino Cheap & Chic Wool Gabardine Trousers, $495
b. MICHAEL Michael Kors Color Skinny Jeans, $89.50

Topshop Skinny Trousers and Vince Camuto Skinny Ankle Pantsc. Topshop Skinny Trousers, $100
d. Vince Camuto Skinny Ankle Pants, $47.40

Maje Javaro Colored Slim-Leg Stretch Jeans and Caslon Chino Ankle Pantse. Maje Javaro Colored Slim-Leg Stretch Jeans, $98
f. Caslon Chino Ankle Pants, $34.80

Who do you think looked best in red pants?

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