5 Stylish Summer Trousers That Trendy Dressers Are Pairing With Sandals

      As an editor at Who What Wear for over ten years, I can assure you that discussing pant trends for summer this extensively is quite unusual. However, this year, there are numerous stylish pants available, and many people are choosing them over shorts and skirts. These pant styles are particularly attractive and complement various types of sandals beautifully.

      If you live in a hot climate like I do, you might think I’m odd for suggesting pants, but the styles this season are wonderfully airy and lightweight, making them suitable even for the hottest days, especially when paired with open-toed sandals. So, without further delay, scroll down to explore the five most fashionable summer pant trends and the corresponding sandals.

      **Taffeta**

      Wherever you go this summer, wearing taffeta pants—one of the most talked-about trends—will definitely earn you compliments. For a trendy look in 2026, team them with flip-flops.

      **Shop Taffeta Pants**

      - J.Crew: Cuffed Gingham Taffeta Pants

      - Reformation: Olina Cropped Pants

      - STAUD: Stroll Silk-Dupioni Wide-Leg Pants

      **Shop Sandals to Wear With Them**

      - J.Crew: Audrey Slim Thong Sandals in Leather

      **Ocean Blue**

      Shades of cerulean and aqua are this summer's color trend for 2026, and there's no better way to embrace it than with a stylish pair of pants. These colors look fantastic paired with cognac-colored sandals.

      **Shop Ocean Blue Pants**

      - La Maregold: The Nicole Pants

      - J.Crew: Soleil Pant in Crosshatched Linen

      **Shop Sandals to Wear With Them**

      **Satin + Lace**

      The simple satin pull-on pants popular last year have taken a lovely turn with the addition of lace, which everyone can agree adds a touch of beauty. A strappy, minimal heel pairs perfectly with these styles.

      **Shop Satin + Lace Pants**

      - Reformation: Carolina Silk Pants

      - ZARA: Satin Effect Embroidered Pants

      - AFLALO: Corin Pants in Silk

      **Shop Sandals to Wear With Them**

      **Vertical Striped**

      Vertical-striped pants have emerged as the ultimate cheerful summer print, making them a great choice. Follow the style trend and pair them with flat mule sandals.

      **Shop Vertical-Striped Pants**

      - ZARA: Striped Straight Leg Pants

      - madewell: The Emmy Wide-Leg Pants

      - Boden: Primrose Cropped Pants

      **Shop Sandals to Wear With Them**

      - ZARA: Leather Flat Sandals

      **Sheer + Cropped**

      Sheer lace or gauze cropped pants will help keep you cool while offering an effortlessly chic look. Pair them with bow-adorned mules for an even prettier appearance.

      **Shop Sheer + Cropped Pants**

      - ZARA: Lace Straight Leg Pants

      - DISSH: Cordelia Sandstone Cropped Ramie Pants

      - LESET: Niko Crop Pocket Pant

      **Shop Sandals to Wear With Them**

      - Jeffrey Campbell: Sweet on U Kitten Heel Slide Sandals