Goodbye, Linen Trousers—Starting Now, This Pretty Pant Trend Will Be on Fashion People Everywhere

The season for wearing linen pants is sadly ending, but the good news is that silk and satin pants are available, which, to some, look much more expensive and luxurious. I know I'm not alone in this feeling because fashion people everywhere have already started pulling out their silk trousers with 42 days of summer left. Digital creator Elsa Hosk, founder of Helsa, is one of them.
Hosk posted photos from her trip to Laguna Beach, where she wore tailored ivory silk pants. She paired them with a crisp white button-down shirt, leather sandals, a slouchy suede bag, and an eyelet scarf tied around her head. Not only did her outfit blend modern and vintage elements, but it also combined summer and fall touches, creating the perfect transitional look.
On Elsa Hosk: Helsa Classic Oversize Shirt ($238); The Row Signum Flats ($920)
I've also seen this pant trend on Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, who wore a pink pair during her trip to Turkey, and Kendall Jenner, who sported a black pair to dinner at Sushi Park in L.A. All these sightings happened within the last three weeks, (yes, I'm keeping tabs), showing their versatility and eagerness to make this a top pant trend for fall 2025. If you want to follow these It girls' lead and get ahead of the trend before fall, keep scrolling because I've rounded up the best silk and satin pants. While silk drawstring bottoms are perfectly fine, it's worth noting that the pants these women are wearing are tailored with a trouser-style waist and pleated details on the legs.
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Nikki Chwatt is an associate fashion editor based in New York City. She joined Who What Wear in 2024 after writing fashion, beauty, and lifestyle content for WWD, Well+Good, Editorialist, and more. With a passion for personal style and the creativity that comes with it, one of Chwatt's goals is to help others understand that there is no such thing as a “good” or “bad” style; it’s just about putting an outfit together that makes you feel confident in yourself. When she's not writing, you can find her taking a Pilates class, reading a powerful romance novel, or exploring a new wellness spot in Manhattan.
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