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Whether You Like It Or Not, The Dress-Over-Pants Trend Is Taking Over

It’s easier to style than it looks.

Updated: Feb. 20, 2024

Originally Published: Feb. 21, 2022

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LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: A guest wears grey oversized blazer, pants, button up shirt outside ...

If you’ve ever wondered how to style a dress over pants, you’re not alone. It’s a tricky and, at times, polarizing combo to pull off — but luckily, the trendsetting fashion crowd has plenty of outfits for you to garner inspo from. Tap for 20 wearable dress-over-pants ensembles.

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Stephanie Broek wears a dress over pants.

Found: the coolest “groutfit” you ever did see. A knit tunic dress in a decadent slate color pairs flawlessly with tailored work pants in a similar gray shade. Then, consider slipping into a pair of trendy ballet flats to add the final touch of effortless luxury.Christian Vierig/Getty Images

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