Like socks with sandals, wedges, or wearing brown and black together, capri pants are one of those fashion things that you either love or can't stand. If you're a fan, you'll be pumped to know that they're majorly back in style with many a celeb and stylish influencer clamouring for a pair of pedal pushers to post to the grid.
The in-between, semi-awkward length has long been shunned in favour of ‘easier’ styles like denim shorts, but over the past few months, I've personally come around to the idea of a cheeky little calf reveal. Clearly, others are dying to show a little leg, too – Bella Hadid has been papped multiple times wearing capris with everything from flowy blouses to backless halter tops.
And for those of you wondering, “how do you style capri pants in 2025” I've taken it upon myself to prove to you that it's an ideal style for both air flow and summer styling, with plenty of inspo in tow. Feel free to take screenshots for later...
With an oversized button-down
Big Shirt Little Trousers gang, this one's for you. Any oversized button-down shirt will do the trick, so thrift one from a charity shop, steal one from your dad, etc. Then layer it over a pair of tight capri pants and throw on an unexpected shoe, like a little slide or heel. It doesn't get easier than this!
As part of a suit
Who says a suit has to involve long trousers? I certainly didn't. Lean into the cropped theme with a short blazer and some below-the-knee capris for a minimal slay with maximum impact.
With a slinky going-out top
Take a page out of Bella Hadid's book (no, really, she was an early adopter of the trend and has worn numerous pairs) and take your capris to the club. Don a shiny lurex pair or even some sheer lace capris with your favourite heels, and you'll be looking like a walking Pinterest board.
Everyone's clicking on...
With a leather jacket
If you're worried that your T-shirt and capri leggings combo is giving more YMCA energy than you were going for, a little Greased Lightning action (AKA a leather jacket) will prevent that. Accessorising with a heel and some sunglasses makes the outfit feel intentional!
As part of a duochrome moment
One of my favourite ways of putting together an outfit is to create a colour sandwich. It's pretty self-explanatory –pick out a colour scheme for your top and shoes, and then ‘sandwich’ in your favourite bottoms for results that look something like this red and black look.
Hannah is the Shopping Editor at Cosmopolitan, covering all things from chic home decor to trendy fashion finds, TikTok products that are actually worth your $$$, and the perfect gift to buy for your boyfriend's mom. She previously wrote for Seventeen and CR Fashion Book. Follow her on Instagram for hot takes on red carpet fashion and pictures of her office outfits that nobody asked for.
