I’ve had a tumultuous relationship with capris. Avoiding the look for the last two years, it has taken a long time to discover chic capri legging outfits and sift through capri trouser trends that prove they’re worth the time and energy. As someone who wore jeggings, jorts, denim capris, and sweat capris in the early 2000s, I know a thing or two about what not to wear. Looking back at pics was enough for me to stick my nose up. But don’t worry, those defences have been officially worn down, thanks to the numerous fashion tastemakers who have essentially made a new name for the humble capri.

Consider this a thank-you card to the creators who have perfected the art of wearing capris. As you’ll see, this trouser style takes many forms. There are the classic black capri outfits, which serve as a great foundation and starting point. You can wear them with baby T-shirts, jumpers and windbreakers, plus a myriad of other tops. White capris, print capris, embellished styles and cargo capris are all part of the capri canon, holding ample styling potential. In addition, there are so many good shoes to wear with capris, too, whether you’re more of a sleek pointed-toe heels person or a fan of chic trainers.