How to style leather pants, 40 leather pants outfit ideas for men.

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Most guys view leather pants with a degree of trepidation even if they really like to wear them. Why? Obviously because of the stereotypical notions associated with them. Adjectives like decadent, sultry, louche, and counterculturish come to the mind of any average guy when thinking about leather pants. Grunge, punk, alternative, and possibly fetishist origins are the notions that make some of us think twice before wearing leather pants. But nowadays leather pants are being worn by more and more guys and this trend is becoming mainstream.  If you are wondering how to wear that pair of leather pants that you bought last year and you still haven’t mustered enough courage to give them a shot, then this article will prove helpful for you. These 40 stylish outfit ideas are chosen for your inspiration, and a link to each Instagram model’s ID is given for you to do your own search for additional inspiration. Let’s first have a look at this short and sweet leather pants style guide for guys before moving on to our leather pants outfit ideas for guys. 

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How to style leather pants: 

Fit:

You can buy Leather pants in a number of fits, ranging from super skinny to relaxed fit. Choosing the proper length for your leather pants is important. Avoid pants that are too long and that you have to pin roll or cuff up. Pin-rolling the leather pants must be avoided, and dragging the hems of the pants under your boots will ruin these pricey pants. Avoid the super-skinny fit if you haven’t been wearing super-skinny jeans for some time. Keep in mind that leather lacks the flexibility that is the hallmark of modern stretch jeans.

What goes with leather pants:

Treat your leather pants like your best pair of jeans. Avoid a monochromatic all-leather look, this won’t look good on most guys. Use a leather jacket in a different shade if you are planning to wear it with leather pants. Tees, tanks, and hoodies go with leather pants, complete this summer look by adding a pair of sunglasses, a baseball cap, or a bucket hat. In the fall, you can put your layering knowledge to good use, and mix and match to achieve the look you desire. Topcoats, bombers, trench coats, or peacoats anything works with a pair of leather pants.

Shoes to try with leather pants:

A pair of black leather combat, black platform boots, or Chelsea boots are your best bet when it comes to footwear choice to try with leather pants, it’s the easiest to style. Think about color coordination when trying other shoes, a pair of white sneakers will work best if you are wearing a white T-shirt up top. Buff Chelsea boots will work best if you are pairing your leather pants with a crisp camel coat or a stone trench coat. 

Making them look better:

Accessorizing and color coordination is the key. Sunglasses, leather gloves, necklaces, bracelets, a baseball cap, a beanie, or a Bandana, any of these accessories will ginger up your leather pants outfit. Think about matching your shoes with the pants or the top you are trying.

When to wear leather pants:

Leather pants outfits belong to the casual and streetwear categories of men’s style. They are NOT for formal or semiformal use and are not for those hot summer days. Give any of these leather pants outfits a try on a date night, at a night party, at a resort, or for a casual stroll down the street. 

Taking care of them:

Leather pants are an investment so taking care of them is important. 

  • First and foremost, save these pants from rain and water, rain is the known enemy of leather and suede jackets, and also of leather pants.  
  • Read the label before attempting any washing. If your leather pants are washable according to the label then go for it but with caution. Hand washing is usually safe for all kinds of leather except suede. 
  • Use a leather conditioner to keep leather pants in good shape.
  • Don’t use a bar hanger for leather pants, use wooden hangers so that no crease is formed on them.

40 leather pants outfits for men

Leather pants are no stranger to the men’s style scene, rockstars have rocked them for ages, here are 40 ways you can rock your pair of leather pants.

Outfit idea # 1: The iconic leather-on-leather look.

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Match the tee and the sneakers to complete this look.

Outfit idea # 2: The skinny leather pants outfit

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A white tee layered under a blue jacket, a white baseball cap and, a pair of matching blue ankle boots.

Outfit idea # 3: A leather biker jacket with a pair of skinny leather pants.

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A neck scarf and sunglasses make this look even more stylish.

Outfit idea # 4: A topcoat with leather pants.

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A black tee layered under a topcoat and paired with black leather pants and black leather boots.

Outfit idea # 5: A layered short-sleeved floral shirt with leather pants.

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A black leather sling bag brings in extra cool.

Outfit idea # 6: A cozy winter leather pants outfit with a puffer jacket:

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A black puffer jacket layered over a white tee, black leather pants and a pair of white sneakers.

Outfit idea # 7: A minimalist casual leather pants look.

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A black tee and black sneakers with leather pants.

Outfit idea # 8: A minimalist casual leather pants look.

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A white tee, a black leather baseball cap with leather pants.

Outfit idea # 9: A white tank top with black leather pants.

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The super simple hipster look with a pair of leather pants.

Outfit idea # 10: A black tee, a pair of black leather pants, and high-top black sneakers.

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A cool look with leather pants, a bucket hat makes it even more stylish.

Outfit idea # 11: A camo jacket with skinny leather pants.

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A black baseball cap, a black untucked oversized tee, a camo jacket, pair of black long boots with leather pants. Camo jacket outfits are one of men’s fave outdoor outfits, with a badass pair of leather pants it becomes even more interesting.

Outfit idea # 12: A minimalist casual leather pants look.

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A tucked in white tee with black leather pants and matching black leather boots.

Outfit idea # 13: A red check flannel with leather pants.

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A red checkered flannel layered over a white tee, and black leather boots with leather pants.

Outfit idea # 14: An open-front chambray shirt with leather pants.

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A blue shirt layered over a white tee, and black sneakers with leather pants.

Outfit idea # 15: A laid-back look with black leather pants.

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A tucked-in floral print shirt with a layered vest.

Outfit idea # 16: A total black look with leather pants.

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So an all-black look interests you? This outfit featuring a black button-down and a black neck-tie with black leather pants is another stylish way to rock leather pants.

Outfit idea # 17: A short sleeve shirt with a necktie teamed with leather pants:

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A short sleeve blue shirt with a necktie teamed with leather pants and black leather boots.

Outfit idea # 18: A chic look with black leather pants.

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A fleece sweater with flared leather pants and black boots.

Outfit idea # 19: A cozy winter look.

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A black puffer jacket layered over a white turtleneck, a white beanie, and a pair of white sneakers with leather pants.

Outfit idea # 20: A black sweatshirt and cowboy boots with leather pants for an all-black look.

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A black sweatshirt and cowboy boots with leather pants.

Outfit idea # 21: A chic look with leather pants.

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A sweater with vertical lines layered over a black turtleneck, and black Chelsea boots.

Outfit idea # 22: A dapper look with leather pants.

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A white shirt layered over a tee with leather pants.

Outfit idea # 23: A double leather look with a twist.

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A red leather jacket is a treat for leather fans, when paired with black leather pants it looks totally awesome.

Outfit idea # 24: A pair of red leather pants in a minimalist summer outfit.

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A white tee and a pair of white runners with red pants.

Outfit idea # 25: A stylish topcoat with leather pants.

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A houndstooth topcoat layered over a rib-knit black turtleneck and black leather boots.

Outfit idea # 26: A white blazer with leather pants.

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A white sports coat, a black tee, and black platform boots.

Outfit idea # 27: A trench coat with leather pants.

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A tan trench coat layered over a black sweater, and buff suede Chelsea boots.

Outfit idea # 28: An all-leather all-black outfit.

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A black leather bomber and black leather sneakers with leather pants.

Outfit idea # 29: An all-leather all-black outfit.

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A black leather moto jacket over a black tee, and black leather boots.

Outfit idea # 30: A sweatshirt with leather pants look.

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A sweater with black and white lining and a pair of black leather platform boots.

Outfit idea 31: A black mock neck with the leather pants combo.

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A black mock neck, a pair of sunnies, and black leather Chelsea boots with leather pants

outfit idea 32: How to style leather pants? Streetstyle leather pants outfit.

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A vertical lined casual shirt layered over a white tee, and white sneakers with black leather pants.

Outfit idea 33: A bomber jacket paired with leather pants.

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A navy blue bomber layered over a white tee and a pair of black platform boots with black leather pants.

Outfit idea 34: A camel coat with leather pants.

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A camel topcoat layered over a black turtleneck, a pair of sneakers, a pair of sunnies, a fedora with skinny leather pants.

Outfit idea 35: A black tank top with skinny leather pants for a stylish hipster look.

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A black sweater vest, sunglasses and a pair of black boots with leather pants.

Outfit idea 36: Sweatshirt with leather pants.

Sweatshirt with leather pants.
A sweatshirt in black and white vertical stripes works perfectly with a pair of black leather pants.
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Outfit idea 37: Leather pants in winter:

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A chunky cable knit turtleneck layered under a Shirpa-lined winter jacket with black leather pants, white sneakers complete the look in style.

Outfit idea 38: Sweatshirt with leather pants.

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A sweatshirt with everything black!
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Outfit idea 39: An all-black leather pants outfit:

An all-black leather pants outfit
This one is an outfit with a bucket hat. A black puffer vest layered over a black sweatshirt, a slim-fit pair of leather pants, and black leather Chelsea boots together create a snazzy total black look. A black bucket hat is just the proverbial cherry on top.
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Outfit idea 35: Black leather pants outfits for guys.

How to style leather pants?
A rockstar look!

FAQs: 

Can guys wear leather pants?

Yes, why not?  These leather pants have remained a part of fashionable men for ages. Cowboys wore them for functional reasons, rock stars rocked them for decades, Instagram influencers are wearing them and now these leather pants are becoming mainstream.  So yes leather pants are for men, men of all ages, and all sexual orientations. 

Is it weird for men to wear leather pants?

Leather pants aren’t weird, men who wear them are not weird. A clothing item is weird only if worn improperly. Leather pants can be pulled off by any guy in a number of very stylish ways, and they look insanely attractive on guys if worn right. If you are comfortable with the fit of these pants and are wearing them with confidence then these leather pants will make you look classy, not weird. 

What do you wear leather pants with?

Neutrals work well with leather pants, weather tees, hoodies, or jackets. You can style any jacket or coat in the fall with these leather pants and with the correct choice of footwear and accessories you can create your own edgie fashion statement.

What shoes go with leather pants?

Leather or suede boots are your best bet when pulling off those leather pants. Whatever tops you are planning to try with your leather pants, a pair of black leather boots is a failsafe choice for you. Athletic shoes or sneakers can work well with leather pants outfits, the key here is matching and color coordination. Matching your sneakers with the tee or hoodie you are wearing is one of the best fashion practices. 


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