NYC weather is finally back on the calendar. In principle there is no longer spring; The sun has come out, and the flowers have bloomed. With that, it’s officially time to break out the flip-flops. In years past, I was hesitant to wear open-toed sandals on the streets of NYC, but after seeing both New Yorkers and Londoners embrace the trend, I was convinced. Inspired by them, I’ve found that thongs look best when worn with baggy trousers. Girls from Oslo to LA also agree with this.
Something about mesh oversized pants and barely-there sandals. Just in time for NYC spring, here are six baggy-trousers-and-flip-flops outfits to recreate. Hint: Black flip-flops are taking over, a pop of color can go a long way, linen-pants season is back, and woven totes are girls’ go-tos this spring.
6 Baggy-Trouser and Flip-Flop Outfit Ideas for Spring 2026
1. White trousers + charcoal button-down + flip-flops
Style Notes: Wear a thin open-toe sandal as a contrast to baggy trousers and an oversized button-down. Specifically, flip-flops. Bonus points if you color block the ‘fit.
just a little
pleated wide leg pants
jenny bird
mini florence earrings
2. Loose trousers + lace-trim top + thin flip-flops
Style Notes: You know if you’re already layering lace slips under your tees this spring. Use dark trousers as a background to make the lace shine.
just a little
Combination Lace T-Shirt
banana Republic
Mid-Rise Relaxed Painter Pull-On Pant in Linen
Hawaiianas
slim square flip flops
quince
Italian leather hand-knitted tote in black
paradise destruction
Julia Long Pendant Necklace
3. Mocha Trouser + Fringe Top + Black Flip-Flops
Style Notes: nyc it girl Coco Schiffer knows the importance of balancing baggy trousers with a skinny sandal. This is exactly what makes this going out look charming and casual.
center piece
Rio Fringe Top Black
massimo datti
Linen Quick-Flare Pant
Eileen Fischer x Mar y Sol
City to Sea Tote
TKEES
Square Toe Lily Suede Sandals
4. Satin Trouser + Linen Blazer + Suede Wedge Thongs
Madewell
Mercer Relaxed Blazer
dish
Riya 2.0 Cream Oversized Cotton Shirt
Improvement
Storm High Waist Satin Pants
Tony Bianco
spiked taupe suede
flattered
clay clutch suede sand
5. Wide-Leg Trouser + Red Crewneck + Platform Flip-Flops
Style Notes: Break up a monochrome fit with a pop of color. A good way to do this is to tie a sweater around your waist.
Aritzia
Sahaj Pant
j crew
cashmere high v-neck sweater
Tony Bianco
Kyra Black Como
coach
Tabi Shoulder Bag with 26 Quilt
6. Gray trousers + oversized tee + thong sandals
Style Notes: Pro Tip: Size Up White T-shirt for an oversized look. Pair it equally with baggy trousers, a top-handle bag and leather flip-flops.
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rustic oversized t-shirt
store controller
Relaxed Fluid Wide-Leg Pants
ancient greek sandals
Cherry’s Comfort Black
jenny bird
mega woven square bangle
Lifner
EW Dome Bag Black
