Daisy Edgar-Jones and Sydney Sweeney Wore the Anti-Heels Shoe-and-Trouser Combo That's Trending in London and NYC

For fear of overcomplicating my already packed morning routine and making myself late more often than I already do, I like to stick to a simple winter styling template to ease the morning time crunch a little.

Most recently, this simple formula has involved a chunky knit that can protect me from the gusty winds, worn with a wide-leg trouser and a puddle-proof pair of platform shoes. Now, there is a little wiggle room in this combination and depending on the weather the jumper might be substituted for a boxy tee or a pretty cardigan, but I’m afraid there’s no comprising on the wide-leg trousers and platform shoes element.

Comfortable and easy to style, this two-piece look shields me against the UK weather while laying down a chic base that I can experiment with daily. Not the only one who’s officially a fan, I’ve also spotted two of my favourite actors embracing the easy two-piece get-up this week.

Stepping out for a walk in London, Daisy Edgar-Jones styled Wide-Leg Pants (£225) and a Shower-Proof Swing Mac (£495) from London-based brand Me+Em. Completing her outfit, the actor reached for a tall pair of Gucci Wedge Loafers (£875) and looped a Gucci GG Belt (£320) around her waist. Picking up on the trench coat trend that Londoners reach for every spring, Edgar-Jones’ easy outfit leaned into timeless staples that helped her craft an outfit that felt both uncomplicated and chic—exactly the silhouette I aim to emulate myself.

On the other side of the pond, actor Sydney Sweeney stepped out in New York taking a similarly chic approach to her winter styling. Selecting high-waisted wide-leg trousers in a light cream shade and brown platform boots, Sweeney stopped her long trousers from skimming New York’s streets while adding extra structure to her silhouette.

While Edger-Jones went for platform loafers and Sweeney reached for an ankle boot, the styling sentiment remains the same—a platform shoe adds height and dimension to a winter outfit, making daily styling feel simple yet impactful.

A practical decision as much as a style one, the platform shoes add extra inches without having to reach for a tall heel or have your floor-grazing trousers tailored. Coupled with wide-leg trousers—winter’s equivalent to pyjamas—this fail-safe combination is one I think we’ll be seeing a lot more of as we move through the rest of the winter season.