The No-Pants Trend Is Taking Over Hollywood

Long gone are the days of fashion having strict rules. Many trends have come and gone and resurfaced again, from outlandish styles like the skirts-over-pants look of the 2000s to more practical aesthetics like the Sofia Richie-inspired quiet luxury. Of all the popular styles of the moment, we can't seem to escape the no-pants trend. While in the past, it was rare to step out without pants, celebrities have shamelessly and successfully produced several style moments that exclude the wardrobe essential. From Rihanna's red puffer jacket and heels for a date with A$AP Rocky in winter 2022 to Dove Cameron's pantless moment with six-inch heels, it's OK not to wear pants.

While this trend is currently enjoying a moment in the spotlight, going pantless got popular as early as 2012. Miley Cyrus was among the first to try the bold styling method at the Billboard Music Awards of that year, wearing just a white Jean Paul Gaultier blazer and black and white striped heels. More stars eventually caught on, wearing oversize tops and jackets to give off the no-pants illusion, including Jennifer Lopez's white button-down and denim boots combination while out in New York City and Nicki Minaj's yellow blazer and black bra and panties she wore to New York Fashion Week in 2018.

Other celebrities have taken bolder approaches to the trend. During a performance at the 2023 Met Gala, Lizzo wore just a silver one-shoulder bodysuit from her shapewear brand Yitty and over-the-knee metallic boots to match. And, of course, the Kardashian-Jenner sisters have naturally hopped on the bandwagon throughout the years, most notably Kylie Jenner's blazer and fishnet tights for her Vanity Fair Italy cover in February and the Loewe white tank and underwear she wore over sheer black tights at Paris Fashion Week in 2022. While stepping out for dinner in Paris during Fashion Month, Hailey Bieber recently sported the look in a pair of black Petar Petrov hot pants with a Saint Laurent belt layered over sheer Calzedonia tights, completing the outfit with pumps.

Ahead, see some of the best celebrity takes on the no-pants trend.

Taylor Swift's No-Pants Outfit
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Taylor Swift's No-Pants Outfit

Spotted on the streets of New York City, Taylor Swift delivered a preppy take on the no-pants trend wearing a Stella McCartney oversized polo shirt with nothing but Prada knee-high boots.

Sofia Vergara's No-Pants Bodysuit

Sofia Vergara tried on black, brown, and beige bodysuits from her Walmart Fall 2023 collection, forgoing pants altogether. She finished the look with straight strands and a matte brown lip — what else do you need?

Jenna Dewan's Pants-Less Mugler Bodysuit

In a June 15 Instagram post, the dancer wore her new Mugler bodysuit with lilac pants.

Dove Cameron's No-Pants Coach Look

Cameron wore a floor-length trench coat and a pair of six-inch heels by Coach, sheer black tights, and a midriff-baring bralette with spaghetti straps. She finished the powerful look with a set of jade cat-eye sunglasses.

Megan Fox's No-Pants Look
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Megan Fox's No-Pants Look

The star delivered yet another daring style moment with a plunging bodysuit and tights at Machine Gun Kelly's Berlin performance on June 7.

Lizzo's No-Pants Yitty Outfit
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Lizzo's No-Pants Yitty Outfit

For the 2023 Met Gala, Lizzo performed in a silver, sparkly Yitty one-shoulder bodysuit with metallic over-the-knee boots.

Ciara's No-Pants Celine Look
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Ciara's No-Pants Celine Look

The risk-taking singer wore an all-black outfit that consisted of a cutout Celine sweater and knee-high lugged sole boots while attending Paris Fashion Week in March.

Bella Hadid's No-Pants Look
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Bella Hadid's No-Pants Look

While grabbing pizza with boyfriend Marc Kalman in September 2022, the supermodel wore a vintage LEGO t-shirt, white boy-briefs, a black-and-blue Opening Ceremony leather jacket, and brown UGG boots. She completed the look with black sunglasses from Choppers and a white tote bag.

Kylie Jenner's No-Pants Loewe Outfit
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Kylie Jenner's No-Pants Loewe Outfit

During Paris Fashion Week 2022, Jenner wore Loewe's infamous white cropped tank, underwear over sheer black tights, and a grey wool coat. She accessorized with black mask sunglasses from the same brand.

Sydney Sweeney's Pants-Less Miu Miu Outfit

During a work trip in Berlin in February, the actress wore a tan Miu Miu trench coat with white crew socks, black heeled combat boots, a leather bag to match, and tinted sunglasses.

Maya Hawke's Pants-Less Look
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Maya Hawke's Pants-Less Look

While attending Milan Fashion Week in February, the "Stranger Things" actress wore a blue-and-white gingham shirt styled as a dress with sheer black tights and block heels. She topped the ensemble with a black Prada handbag.

Keke Palmer's No-Pants Prada Look
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Keke Palmer's No-Pants Prada Look

During an appearance on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" in July 2022, Palmer gave off the no-pants illusion wearing all Prada. The outfit featured a white tank top and black high-rise shorts worn under a mesh dress with beaded embellishments.

Rihanna's No-Pants Martine Rose and Balenciaga Outfit
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Rihanna's No-Pants Martine Rose and Balenciaga Outfit

In true Rihanna fashion, she rocked an oversize Martine Rose jersey, a red Balenciaga puffer, Amina Muaddi crystal heels, an R13 baseball hat, Saint Laurent crystal earrings, and blue-and-red Miu Miu gloves in mid-winter 2022.

Candice Swanepoel's No-Pants Outfit
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Candice Swanepoel's No-Pants Outfit

While attending the 2019 Venice Film Festival, the South African model rocked an unassuming look — a blue-and-white striped oversize button-down with a black belt and heels to match.

Hailey Bieber's No-Pants Margiela Outfit
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Hailey Bieber's No-Pants Margiela Outfit

Bieber wore a simple white Margiela shirt and boots to match, with a black leather blazer and sunglasses while out and about in LA in 2019.

Kim Kardashian's Pants-Less Outfit
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Kim Kardashian's Pants-Less Outfit

While leaving the Plaza Hotel in September 2017, Kardashian wore a black ensemble, featuring sheer tights over a pair of black silky string panties, a leather bandeau top and blazer, and clear plastic shoes.

Jennifer Lopez's No-Pants Versace and Hermés Outfit
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Jennifer Lopez's No-Pants Versace and Hermés Outfit

For a casual day out in NYC in July 2018, Lopez wore an oversize white t-shirt and Versace denim boots, along with a Hermés bag, her nameplate necklace, Le Vian jewels, and a pair of oversize sunglasses.

Nicki Minaj's No-Pants Off-White Look
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Nicki Minaj's No-Pants Off-White Look

While attending a New York Fashion Week kickoff party in September 2018, Minaj stepped out in black high-waisted panties and a matching bra, along with a yellow blazer from Off-White. She also wore black over-the-knee boots from the same brand.

Miley Cyrus' Pants-Less Jean Paul-Gaultier Look
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Miley Cyrus' Pants-Less Jean Paul-Gaultier Look

Cyrus wore a white Jean Paul-Gaultier blazer with black-and-white striped heels from Christian Louboutin for the 2012 Billboard Music Awards.

Hailey Bieber's No-Pants Saint Laurent Look
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Hailey Bieber's No-Pants Saint Laurent Look

Hailey Bieber stepped out for dinner at Hôtel Costes in Paris during Fashion Week on Sept. 25, sporting Petar Petrov hot pants with a Saint Laurent belt over sheer Calzedonia tights. The Rhode founder teamed her underwear with a fitted nude bodysuit from Alaïa and layered a floor-sweeping Balenciaga leather coat on top, finishing with a Jil Sander purse, Jimmy Choo pumps, black sunglasses, and chunky metal earrings.

Ellie Goulding's Black Briefs and Fishnet Tights
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Ellie Goulding's Black Briefs and Fishnet Tights

Ellie Goulding took the stage at The Roundhouse on Oct. 24, wearing a bold take on the no-pants trend. She paired black briefs with fishnet tights and boots for an outfit that proves the look is here to stay.

Nicola Peltz Beckham's Pants-Less Belted Jacket
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Nicola Peltz Beckham's Pants-Less Belted Jacket

Nicola Peltz Beckham was on hand to support her family at the "Beckham" UK premiere, delivering a unique take on the no-pants trend. Dressed in a short belted jacket, teamed with black tights and platform heels, Beckham looked as chic and sultry as ever.