Gwyneth Paltrow Styled Corduroy Trousers in the Most French-Girl Way

As a fashion editor, there are few things that I like more than scrolling through Instagram and landing on a carousel of excellently crafted outfits. Of course, there are plenty of influencers who produce content like this on the daily—which I’m always very appreciative of—but there are fewer celebrities who take part in this trend. However, every so often I do manage to spot a sleek slideshow of outfit inspiration straight from the camera roll of one of my favourite celebrities, and my little celebrity-obsessed heart fills with joy.

Lighting up my Instagram feed, Gwyneth Paltrow just posted her winter-style rotation, and I quickly noticed that she’s already wearing the specific trouser trend that French women reach for come winter. Wearing a white collarless blouse tucked into a pair of camel-coloured corduroy trousers from her own label, Goop, Paltrow affirmed that she’s already on to the winter trend that’s about to take off.

Forgoing jeans or basic wool trousers, Paltrow’s chic corduroy trousers gave her look a polished energy whilst incorporating a wintery twist and a point of interest into her look. With a ridged pattern and textured feel, these trousers have a slightly coarse finish that gives them a casual energy and helps them to pair well with other cosy items including pony hair accessories, wool knits and fluffy coats.

A mainstay in the winter wardrobe of French women, corduroy trousers are on par with jeans for wearability and versatility for the French. Often styled with simple tees in a relaxed way, the trend also looks perfectly paired when worn with a relaxed jumper or a sleek turtleneck.

With roots dating back to the ’70s, the corduroy trousers tend retains a slightly retro edge that gives them a playful energy. Whilst the trend has come far since the days of bell-bottom cords, the fabric’s nostalgic charm does make them feel particularly relevant at the moment, as the fashion industry enjoys another revival of the 70s-inspired boho fashion trend.

Chic, retro-inspired and French-girl-approved, the corduroy trouser trend is destined to be a hit this winter. To shop the style that has Paltrow’s sign-off, read on to discover our edit of the best corduroy trousers below.