With an abundance of loose-fitting trouser silhouettes across the style spectrum, you’d be forgiven for thinking that sporting a slim fit was a total no-go. Nothing, however, could be further from the truth. While they may figure a little less frequently than they once did among the street-style set, the number of brands placing their vote of confidence in streamlined pants remains plentiful – Miu Miu, Mugler and Zadig & Voltaire among them.

The slim-cut trouser silhouette is a one-stop solution for an effortless, elongated silhouette – and it’s incredibly versatile to boot. You can pair skinnies intuitively with heels, sandals or, well, an ankle boot. Here, we unpack some of our favourite ways to style skinny trousers for the season ahead.

The arrival of autumn immediately has us reaching for our cosiest footwear. JW Anderson’s recently launched collaboration with UGG offers up the shearling boot of the season. Pair yours with slim-fit tailored trousers for a look that balances indulgent comfort with composed chic.

If you’re after something that looks a less like you’ve just pulled yourself off the sofa, Chelsea boots are the perfect answer. A bona fide street-style staple, their versatility is the key to their kudos, pairing as intuitively with everything from denim flares to black skinny jeans.

The stronghold of the flip-flop over style culture carries on strong in the latter half of the year. To shake things up a little, we’re opting for a wedge-heeled iteration – the perfect option to bring the minimalist insouciance of a thong to your look, while also adding a boost in height that enhances the silhouette-extending effect of a slim-fit trouser.

Kitten Heel Pointed Slingback Shoes

There are few styling quandaries that can’t be solved by slipping on a kitten heel. Styled with wide-leg pants, a mini heel emphasises the slim trouser’s cut. Worn with a skinnier fit, the shoes themselves become the focus, resulting in an effortlessly elegant look.

With the holidays fast approaching, ’tis the season for a strappy heel. To bring a sense of occasion to your look, opt for something you wouldn’t necessarily sport on the daily – a pair in a latex coating, suede or supple leather. It’s silly season, after all!