Corduroy trousers don’t need to mirror your grandad’s style (though grandad style can be pretty cool at times. Case in point: these cardigans). The best corduroy trousers, when styled correctly, are a fashion must-have – as cosigned by Elsa Hosk and Emily Ratajkowski, and featured on the runway of Ermanno Scervino.

The secret? For an instantly elevated corduroy look, pair your cosy, retro-inspired trousers with fashion trainers. We promise: you’ve got yourself the ultimate cool girl fit. Ahead, seven ways to combine corduroy with trainers.

Retro brown cords and chunky dad trainers

Cords are the perfect winter wardrobe staple

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As our social media timelines show, brown is the colour for autumn and winter 2025. And the retro texture of corduroy matches perfectly with the earthy shade. Try partnering your wide-leg brown cords with a chunky dad trainer, balanced out with a more sleek trench coat to balance out the casual vibes.

Khaki and white = timeless combo

Cargo trousers with a corduroy feel add instant visual interest to an outfit

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