Women's Leather Pants Guide: Styles, Fit and How to Wear Them

Women's leather pants come in many more shapes than the classic skinny black pair: straight-leg, bootcut, flared, wide-leg, cargo and lace-up styles, in smooth leather or suede and in colors from black to cherry red. This guide explains each style, how to choose the right fit for your shape, which colors are easiest to wear and how to style leather pants from the office to a night out.

Women's Leather Pants Styles at a Glance

Style	Shape	Best for
Straight-leg	Same width from hip to hem	Office outfits and everyday wear
Bootcut	Slim through the thigh, slight flare from the knee	Balancing the hips, wearing with boots
Flared and bell-bottom	Fitted to the knee, wide flare at the hem	A 70s look; lengthening the legs with heels
Wide-leg and palazzo	Loose from the hip down	Comfort and a relaxed, elegant shape
Cargo and multi-pocket	Straight or relaxed, with side pockets	Streetwear and casual days
Lace-up	Lacing down the side seams	Statement outfits and nights out

Straight-Leg Leather Pants

Straight-leg pants are the easiest place to start. They sit close at the hip and fall straight to the hem, so they look neat with a shirt and loafers and relaxed with a knit and sneakers. This beige pair has a high waist and a center seam down each leg that keeps the line sharp.

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Bootcut Leather Pants

A bootcut is slim through the thigh and opens slightly below the knee, so it sits neatly over ankle boots and balances wider hips. Black is the most useful color for this cut.

Shop the Women Black Leather Boot Cut Pant →

Flared and Bell-Bottom Leather Pants

Flares are fitted to the knee and then widen dramatically. Worn with a platform or heel that the hem almost covers, they make legs look longer. Try them in brown for a 70s feel, or choose the black bell-bottom pants for evenings.

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Wide-Leg and Palazzo Leather Pants

Wide-leg and palazzo pants are the most comfortable leather pants to wear all day, because they don't grip the leg. Keep the top fitted or tucked in so the outfit doesn't look shapeless.

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Cargo and Multi-Pocket Leather Pants

Cargo pants add side pockets to a straight or relaxed leg for a practical, streetwear look. Wear them with a cropped top or fitted tee and chunky sneakers. This tan-brown pair has a high waist and flap pockets; for a darker option, see the black leather cargo pants.

Shop the Women's Trendy Brown Multi-Pockets Leather Pant →

Lace-Up Leather Pants

Lace-up pants have lacing with metal eyelets down the sides, which makes them the boldest style here. Let them be the focus of the outfit with a plain black top and simple boots.

Shop the Women's Premium Lace-Up Brown Leather Pant →

Choosing Leather Pants for Your Body Shape

• Hourglass: high-waisted straight-leg or bootcut pants follow your curves and define the waist.
• Pear (wider hips): a bootcut or flare balances the hips; darker colors keep the lower half streamlined.
• Apple (fuller middle): a mid-to-high rise with a flat front, worn with a longer top or open jacket.
• Straight or athletic: cargo, wide-leg and lace-up styles add shape and interest.
• Petite: high-waisted flares with a heel, or a cropped length, make legs look longer.
• Tall: wide-leg and palazzo styles keep proportions balanced.
• Curvy and plus-size: high-waisted straight-leg or bootcut pants in a soft leather; custom sizing gives the best fit through the hip and thigh.

Getting the Fit and Size Right

Leather pants should feel snug at the waist and hips without pulling when you sit down. Leather relaxes a little with wear but doesn't stretch like denim and won't get longer, so measure carefully: your natural waist, the widest part of your hips, your thigh and your inseam. Then compare your numbers with our size guide. Every pair is made to order. Most styles come in XS to 4XL, many go up to 5XL, and custom sizing is available if your measurements fall between sizes.

Choosing a Color

• Black: the easiest color to wear and the best first pair.
• Brown, tan and beige: softer than black; great with cream knits, denim shirts and camel coats.
• Burgundy, cherry and plum: deep reds that read as a rich neutral. Pair them with cream, grey, black or camel and gold jewelry. Try the plum leather pants or this cherry pair.
• Bright colors: red, orange, blue and green are statement shades. Keep the rest of the outfit simple, as with the premium red leather pants.

Shop the Women's Cherry Stylish Leather Pants →

See every color and style in our women's leather pants collection.

Smooth Leather or Suede?

Smooth leather is the easiest to care for and suits every style above. Suede has a soft, matte finish and a more relaxed look, like the beige suede leather pants, but it marks more easily and should be kept away from rain. Our pants are made in genuine leather unless the product title says faux or PU; each product page names the leather used.

How to Style Women's Leather Pants

• Office: straight-leg or bootcut pants in black or brown, a silk blouse or fine knit, a blazer and loafers or block heels.
• Casual: a white tee or oversized sweater, a denim jacket and clean sneakers.
• Night out: flares or lace-up pants with a bodysuit or cami and heeled boots.
• Weekend: cargo pants with a hoodie or cropped top and chunky trainers.
• Winter: a chunky knit, a long wool coat and knee-high boots; add a leather jacket in a different shade for a full leather look.
• Summer evenings: wide-leg or palazzo pants with a light tank and sandals.

Prefer a shorter shape? Browse our leather capri pants or read our women's leather shorts guide.

Sizes and Custom Options

Every pair of pants we sell is made to order, so you can have it made the way you want:

• Sizes: most styles come in XS to 5XL.
• Custom size: send us your measurements and we'll make the pair of pants to fit you.
• Custom colour: ask for the pair of pants in another leather colour.
• Leather type: choose lambskin, sheepskin, cowhide or suede.
• Lining: choose a different lining, or ask for the pants lined or unlined.

To order a custom pair of leather pants, see our custom order process (free design consultation) or contact us with the product link and the changes you want.

Caring for Leather Pants

Wipe them with a soft, damp cloth after wearing, and let them air dry away from heat if they get wet. Condition smooth leather every few months, and use a suede brush on suede. Hang them on a padded or clip hanger instead of folding them, and take stains to a leather specialist. Never machine wash or tumble dry leather pants.

Frequently Asked Questions

How should women's leather pants fit?

Snug at the waist and hips, smooth over the thigh and comfortable to sit in. They relax slightly as you wear them, but the length stays the same.

Which leather pants style is most flattering?

High-waisted straight-leg and bootcut pants suit most shapes because they define the waist and lengthen the legs.

What do you wear with burgundy leather pants?

Cream, grey, black and camel are the easiest colors to pair with burgundy. A cream knit with ankle boots works by day; a black bodysuit with heels works at night.

Can you wear leather pants in summer?

Yes. Choose a wide-leg or palazzo style in a lighter color, and pair it with a breathable top and sandals.

Are your leather pants real leather?

Yes, unless the product title says faux or PU. Each product page names the leather used.

Can I order custom leather pants?

Yes. Every pair is made to order in XS to 5XL, and you can ask for a custom size, colour, leather type or lining.

Shopping for him? See our guide on how to choose men's leather pants.