High-Waist Black Wide-Leg Pleated Trousers

Black trousers are the workhorse of a wardrobe, and this pair is the version worth having. The waist sits above the natural waistline, which visually lengthens the leg and gives tucked-in tops a clean line. The front pleats add movement and a bit of room, and the wide leg falls straight from the hip for a relaxed, tailored look.

They go to the office with a shirt, to dinner with a fitted top, and to a Sunday outing with a tee and sneakers. Because they are black, they pair with every colour in the cupboard, including the brightest kurta-style tops for a fusion look.

• High waist, sits above the natural waistline
• Front pleats
• Wide, straight leg

Care: wash inside out in cold water, hang to dry and press the pleats with a warm iron over a thin cloth. Hanging by the waistband keeps the pleats crisp between wears.