The 10 Best Women's Back to Work Pants for a Wardrobe Refresh
Plus what to wear with them.
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You have your roster of button-downs and basics to dress up—now all you need to complete your office-appropriate wardrobe are some back-to-work pants. The right pair can elevate even a plain white t-shirt, and should be equal parts comfortable (you'll have to wear them while sitting at a desk all day, after all) and stylish. Look for tailored pieces in timeless silhouettes that easily fit in with your existing clothing to make getting ready in the morning a cinch. These 10 trousers suit a wide range of styles and will help you make the transition back to the office a little easier.
Ease back into real pants with this sleek pair, courtesy of Lululemon. Somewhere between trousers and joggers, they're both wrinkle-resistant and shape-retentive, so they'll always look polished.
Another relaxed-fit option, Outdoor Voices’ Rectrek Pant comes in five different colors and a more cropped silhouette that’ll work in more casual office settings. Bonus: The stretchy fabric is weather-proof, so if you get caught in the rain on your morning commute, you’ll still be comfortable.
With their oversized belt and ultra wide leg design, these trousers are a great way to elevate anything—even a plain tee. (Though if you don’t like the belt, it’s totally removable.) Roll up the legs to turn it into a cropped style you can pair with slides or loafers for easy wear.
There are many reasons to love Theory’s coral cropped pants, but our favorite? All the color-blocking possibilities they afford. Pit them against blush pink or berry hues for a tonal look, or go to the opposite end of the color spectrum with an electric blue top for a more vibrant touch.
Consider these a step above your beloved sweats. With an elasticized waist and soft, waffle-knit material, these pants are the ultimate comfy buy. If you’re still working remotely, toss these on along with a more structured top to stay cozy for all your on-camera meetings.
Leather pants don’t have to be a Ross Geller moment—designed right, they can be comfortable and chic. This pair is roomy with an elasticized waist, so you can tuck in button-downs and bulky sweaters alike.
From the crisp, slightly pleated fabric to the splashy kelly green color, there's a lot we love about these tailored trousers. Keep it classic by pairing them with a white button-down.
Incorporate a bit of the '90s into your workwear with Madewell's slouchy chinos. Super high-waisted, they're the perfect thing to wear with a more fitted top, like a turtleneck or bodysuit, as the baggier silhouette will balance it out.
For those days where you don't want to think about getting dressed, pick up these color-blocked flare pants. Stick them with a neutral t-shirt or pullover, and the striped design will have you looking put-together without making any effort.
With their tapered fit and sleek fabric, these pull-on trousers are the perfect way to make any basic feel a bit more polished. Pair them with a blazer and heels for days where you need to be more formal, or keep it casual with a cropped sweater and sneakers.
Elly Leavitt is a fashion and luxury commerce editor with over seven years of experience covering fashion and design. Her writing can be found in Harper’s BAZAAR, ELLE, Town & Country, Esquire, ELLE Decor, and more. Previously, she was an editor at Domino magazine. You can probably find her in line at Trader Joe's. You will never find her at SoulCycle.
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