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10 Ways to Wear Cropped Trousers – The Ultimate Guide!

by Jamie Wilson October 19, 2022
Cropped Trousers

Table of Contents

    • What Shoes Do You Wear With Cropped Trousers?
    • How Do You Wear Cropped Pants If You Are Short?
  • How To Wear Cropped Trousers? Top 10 Men’s Cut Off Trousers
    • 1. Cropped Trousers With White Sneakers 
    • 2. Men’s Crop Trousers With Sneakers & A Blazer
    • 3. Wide Leg Cropped Trouser With Formal Shoes
    • 4. Cropped Chinos With Black Shoes
    • 5. Denim Cropped Trousers With Casual Shirt
    • 6. Mens Cropped Jeans With Black Boots
    • 7. Cropped Jeans With White Converse Shoes
    • 8. Plaid Print Black & White Mens Cropped Trousers
    • 9. Classic Cropped Trouser Fit With Dress Shirt
    • 10. Ankle Length Trousers All White Outfit
  • How Do You Wear Wide Cropped Pants?
    • Where Should Cropped Pants Hit?
    • On That Note

Reviewed & updated: October 19, 2022 by Jamie Wilson BA

Men who are wondering how to wear cropped trousers will find their answers right here in our article! You can make statement capris look stylish & cool by adding your favorite leather jacket on top, as well as a simple black shirt. Do you have a specific trend in mind, or do you want to go with the flow? Either way it may be, we will teach you how to wear cropped trousers & make them work for any occasion. See how in the text down below.

What Shoes Do You Wear With Cropped Trousers?

Luckily for you, you can wear many different shoes with cropped trousers. Just make sure you go for the cropped trouser look when styling semi-formal or casual outfits. Wide leg pants aren’t the best choice for super formal and fancy or sporty events. Wide-leg jeans or wide-leg cropped pants can be a challenge to pair up for some people. Are you going for that casual vibe? You should go for shoes such as:

  • Converse if you love casual everyday looks & simple looks
  • Loafers that are a bit darker than the rest of your outfit if you need a pop of color
  • Leather boots which will add style for the winter season
  • Regular white sneakers

How Do You Wear Cropped Pants If You Are Short?

You can wear cropped trousers even if you are short. Just make sure you follow these rules:

  • Make sure that your cropped trousers are hitting you at the right angle (around your ankle)
  • You may need to get them tailored to properly fit
  • Always wear proper tops or shoes that you can match with the pants (don’t go for too dark or too light colors)

How To Wear Cropped Trousers? Top 10 Men’s Cut Off Trousers

1. Cropped Trousers With White Sneakers 

Cropped Trousers With White Sneakers 
@Edgar Serrano via pexels

If you are a fan of everyday & straightforward outfits, try to wear something like this from time to time. This outfit is perfect for day-to-day activities, and it should be styled with a simple white top. Also, wear some stylish white sneakers or white flat shoes & enjoy these cropped trousers if you are out on a date, out with your friends, or if you are shopping.

2. Men’s Crop Trousers With Sneakers & A Blazer

Men's Crop Trousers With Sneakers & A Blazer
@Bogdan Glisik via pexels

Tapered trousers in a dark blue color look perfect for formal activities. If you choose these, try to pair them along with a simple white blouse. This can be an excellent choice for those going for that elegant look without doing too much. Yet again, go for a pair of white sneakers & add a simple hat or a cap to tone down the look. Men who are indecisive should try this fit so that they step out of their comfort zone every here & there.

3. Wide Leg Cropped Trouser With Formal Shoes

Wide Leg Cropped Trouser With Formal Shoes
@The Lazy Artist Gallery via pexels

Try to wear cropped pants even for your work! These slim green pants, along with a green jacket, can look amazing for the fall season and colder months. This low-medium block heel in black is a full strike when you opt for a linen outfit. Go for a tucked-in shirt look & throw on some loafers if your workplace demands a specific dress code. Men who love fashion will simply follow these steps & get the perfectly fitted work look.

4. Cropped Chinos With Black Shoes

Cropped Chinos With Black Shoes
@Yasin Gündogdu via pexels

A pair of black shoes, sandals, or sneakers can be paired along with any other color. You should go for a tight shirt and wear cropped pants if you prefer everyday casual styling. Dark navy cropped trouser look with a simple white shirt can be your school, college, or date-night option. Black shoes are the best shoes if you’re trying to get that casual look.

5. Denim Cropped Trousers With Casual Shirt

Denim Cropped Trousers With Casual Shirt
@Volney Fotografia via pexels

This cropped trouser look truly pops with this black, blue & white top. Men should wear cropped pants during the Spring or Summer season and should pair them along with low-cut sneakers. These black Adidas sneakers can be your go-to if you don’t mind showing off your legs and if you feel like wearing something playful on a daily. Cropped wide-leg pants will be truly easy to style in this case.

6. Mens Cropped Jeans With Black Boots

Mens Cropped Jeans With Black Boots
@John Ray Ebora via pexels

High waisted cropped trousers with these black booties can be your go-to in the fall or during winter. If you prefer monochrome outfits, you will enjoy this stylish solution. You can also throw on a simple sweater on top and wear this fit for less-formal events. Do you have this type of footwear in your wardrobe? If so, show off the slides!

7. Cropped Jeans With White Converse Shoes

Cropped Jeans With White Converse Shoes
@Atef Khaled via pexels

Cropped trousers in this light navy color will look the best with a pair of white sneakers. Try to wear this outfit to important meetings or if you are into manly-silhouette shaping outfits. A navy shirt will make your muscles pop, just make sure you get it in your perfect size. Opt for an entire navy outfit and try to wear it whenever wanting to make a fabulous first impression. If you fancy some different styles just know that skinny jeans can also look great with this pair of shoes.

8. Plaid Print Black & White Mens Cropped Trousers

Plaid Print Black & White Mens Cropped Trousers
@Prayoon Sajeev via pexels

Plaid is not the most typical go-to for guys, but those who dare to wear it can make a killer outfit with ease! If you are a fan of bold & catchy outfits, try to wear this for some casual events. Cropped grey trousers & white sneakers are very relaxed & easy to style. Just make sure you go for lighter & monochrome colors. Go for your favorite T-shirt and lightweight fabric to properly show off these culottes!

9. Classic Cropped Trouser Fit With Dress Shirt

Classic Cropped Trouser Fit With Dress Shirt
@Mohamad Khosravi via Unsplash

Cropped trousers in dark grey color can be paired along with a grey top or a grey dress shirt. Try to style these trousers to some less formal events since they are not too formal. Also, go for black sneakers & a simple top to finish off the look. Men who love grey will definitely make this style work. You can also throw on a moto jacket in case it gets pretty cold.

10. Ankle Length Trousers All White Outfit

Ankle Length Trousers All White Outfit
@Mohamad Khosravi via Unsplash

This can be your go-to summer fit. Add some colorful accessories such as a brown belt, loafers, as well as brown or beige sunglasses. Try to style these trousers if you are off to a formal event of some sort, or if you want to add style & a bit of pop to your outfit. Guys who can pull off suede mules will fancy this vibe.

How Do You Wear Wide Cropped Pants?

  • Always balance out your outfit
  • Cropped trouser look needs to be balanced out with a slimmer top
  • Never pair up wide pants along with a wide top, you will end up looking fat or bulky
  • Stick to neutral tones almost always
  • Wear shoes that have a bit of heel since it will add to your height & make the look a lot more cohesive

Where Should Cropped Pants Hit?

Always let them hit around your ankle. Never go for anything above the ankle (since these will automatically become capris or shorts), and never go for a pair of pants that can touch the floor.

On That Note

And there you have it! An in-depth guide on the right way how to get that cropped trouser look. Try to get the right size & always add just a pop of color to your trousers. The best way on how to style them? Simple monochrome shirts and accessories are an amazing go-to if you are trying to show off these trousers. Choose one out of these ten cropped trouser looks and take our tips into consideration the next time you style your outfit!

Feature image from Unsplash

Jamie-Wilson
Jamie Wilson

Jamie has over 10 years experience as both a journalist and professional tattooist, working for some of the biggest brands in the UK. He has completed a BA in English, a NCTJ in Journalism and a BTEC level 4 in Art & Tattoo Design. If you would like to know more about Jamie or further details on our editorial policy then just click the links in the footer.

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