Leset’s Kyoto Trousers Are the Anti-Denim Staple Chic Women Love

If there’s one brand chic women and celebrities seem to unanimously agree on, it’s Leset. The LA-based label has quietly built a cult following thanks to its perfectly cut co-ords—pieces that feel as comfortable as loungewear, but look far too polished to be confined to the four walls of your home. It’s the kind of brand fashion people swear by, and come spring, its Kyoto trousers always seem to have the It-girls in a chokehold.

Monikh wearing Leset Kyoto trousers in navy.

The Kyoto Carpenter Pant is, quite simply, the ultimate anti-denim trouser. Made from lightweight cotton with an easy, baggy-leg silhouette that hits at the ankle, they have that rare ability to make an outfit feel effortless but still polished. The styling options are, as you’d imagine, endless. Pair them with a simple tank, an easy linen shirt or a lightweight knit and the outfit is done. The shoe pairings are just as effortless: ballet flats, flip-flops or sleek slingbacks.

After spotting them on so many well-dressed women I trust—including Monikh Dale, who wears hers on repeat—I knew it was time to take the plunge. They come in an impressive line-up of shades, from easy neutrals like beige, brown and navy to prettier spring shades like blush pink and butter yellow, plus bolder pops of cobalt and green. If £275 feels a little ambitious, COS’s Cotton Drawstring Trousers (£85) offer a similar relaxed silhouette, lightweight cotton finish and drawstring waist for a fraction of the price.