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1. High-waisted rolled denim shorts in a timeless paper bag shape that'll look effortless with a basic white tee.
2. A dressy vintage-style floral skirt if your goal is to curate a wardrobe that Mrs. Maisel would be proud of.
3. High-rise relaxed Levi's jeans because some days, skinny jeans are just not it.
4. OR these ridiculously comfortable pull-on Levi's jeans with a more fitted shape.
5. Paper-light cotton trousers perfect for tossing on over a bathing suit, or wearing to the office with a cute button down blouse. Can you say "versatile pants please"?
6. A pair of cargo pants if you were around in the '90s and in the '90s is where your fashion will stay.
7. A pair of drawstring shorts for an easy breezy bottoms option you'll reach for time and time again.
8. A pair of smooth organic cotton leggings you won't have to worry about cutting off your waist circulation. They're made with cotton-lycra blend for a soft overall fit.
9. A chocolate brown faux leather skirt since your closet could always use a more biz casual option that'll be perfect for nighttime outings.
10. A high-waisted swing skirt for those days when you wanna turn you favorite album on and twirl around your house in true Lizzie McGuire "The Tide Is High" fashion.
11. A pair of high-waisted leggings with an amazing amount of glowing reviews (over 49,200 5-star reviews), you'll have no choice but to add them to your cart immediately.
12. A skater skirt we're pretty sure Avril Lavigne would've swooned over during her "Sk8r Boi" era.
13. A three-tiered bohemian skirt if you've been looking for a great vacation-ready option you can toss on for all those summer dinners.
14. A high-rise exercise skort — aka a skirt with built-in shorts AND pockets for keeping your must-haves handy like your phone, keys, and wallet. Game, set, match.
15. A pair of track sweats that'll do double duty when it comes to taking on the temp outside. The fabric stays cool when it's hot, and warm when it's cold...in the words of Hannah Montana, these leggings are "the best of both worlds."
16. A pair of Abercrombie '90s high-rise straight jeans so you'll always have a staple pair of denim you can rely on. These will look good with everything — and we mean everything.
My colleague Abby Kass loves these:
"After two years of only wearing jeans a handful of times, I knew it was time to invest in a great pair. I had heard SO much about these jeans on TikTok and decided to see what the hype was all about. And let me tell you, they are SO worth it. I ended up getting the curve style (because it has two extra inches and fit my waist better), but I love how these jeans look. They're a classic style you can really wear with anything. I've only had them for a couple of weeks, and I've worn them in both casual and dressier settings. I've already gone back to get a second pair in black. That's how good these are. These do sell out fast, so don't delay if you want to add these to your closet."
Promising review: "Very comfortable. You can tell the material quality is good since I’ve worn it a hand full of times and still hasn’t worn down." —Mila
Get it from Abercrombie for $99 (available in sizes 23–37, extra short, short, regular, long, and extra-long, 12 washes, and in a curve style).
17. A ribbed knit pencil skirt — a cozy, suitable-for-work wardrobe piece that's also comfortable to lounge in. Who knew skirts could be loungewear?!
Promising review: "Love the fit of this skirt! Material is soft and stretchy. The color is beautiful as well." —Amylia Coover
"Very cute, stretchy and comfortable, not see through, great value! I went large to accommodate my growing baby bump, I’m 5’2” at 28 weeks (130 pre-pregnancy) and there’s still room for me to grow. The slit is high for my taste but I’m planning to sew it up a little. I'm guessing I’ll be able to wear this still post-pregnancy." —
Get it from Amazon for $15.29+ (available in sizes XS–XL and 23 colors).
18. Patchwork pants if you're ready to dabble in a bit of Y2K style fashion (as a child of the 2000s, these are quite a necessity).
Promising review: "I’m normally a size 12 in pants but seeing that the 12 was from size 10–12, I decided to size up to a 14 and OMG they are amazing!!! They’re so comfortable and soft. They are stretchy but not like super stretchy. Sizing up was the best decision I’ve made." —CT
Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in sizes 0–16 and eight styles).
19. A pair of high-waisted flowy pants that kindaaaa look like a skirt but are in fact pants — which means your inner thighs will thank you for not exposing them to the possibility of chafing in the summer sun (this pain is all too real).
Promising review: "These pants are so comfortable and chic! I love that they are wide-legged and flowy. They give you the same breezy feeling that you get with a maxi skirt. The material is super soft and the perfect weight for warm weather pants. The belted ties are just the right length and add a very feminine touch. The pant legs are very wide. I cannot wait for warmer weather to get here so I can wear this outfit!" —Brittany Williams
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in sizes S–4XL and 16 colors).
Psst — this is available on Prime Try Before You Buy so you can try it on before committing to purchasing it!
20. A pair of cutoff shorts featuring distressed edging, because nothing screams *effortlessly cool* like a vintage concert tee and these shorts.
These have over 12,900+ 5-star reviews!!!
Promising review: "Absolutely love these shorts! The fit is amazing, and they are so comfortable and match everything. They are roomy but not enough to size down; they're more of a super comfy fit! I have the black and the dark blue. Love them both!" —Jacob H.
Get them from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in sizes S–XXL and 45 colors and styles).
21. A flowy pair of palazzo pants if you've been loving the "anti-skinny jean movement" and are all for roomier pants.
Promising reviews: "I ordered the cream pants to use on a summer vacation. I was very happy to receive high-quality pants. They were comfortable, breathable, and not transparent. I am very satisfied with this purchase, and I highly recommend it." —Rose
"I ended up buying five pairs in different colors and talked a friend into one. (She loves them.) These are top quality. Tailored like fine trousers. Extremely comfortable, soft, flowing material. I can wear year round. Fit is perfect. Washed with no problem. I pressed a little because I like a polished look. They do not wrinkle with wearing. Bonus was they are such a good price!!!" —Chris
Get it from Amazon for $23.79+ (available in sizes XS–2X and 31 styles).
22. A charming pair of cropped gingham pants so the next time you get invited to a backyard barbecue, your 'fit will be ready.
LinenHome is a small biz based in China making beautifully tailored clothes in everything from muted neutrals to bright colors and fun prints.
Promising review: "The pants are well made and look really nice on me! I love the cotton gingham fabric — it's breathable and perfect for warm climates. The quality is good as well, and I love that there are pockets. Overall, I'm happy with my purchase, and now my mom has ordered a pair after seeing them on me." —Stephanie
Get it from LinenHome on Etsy for $30.90+ (available in sizes S–XL).
23. A beautiful pair of linen pants that can make any (WE MEAN ANY) basic tee or tank look good.
Magic Linen is a family-owned small biz based in Lithuania that, in addition to clothing, makes dreamy linens for the kitchen, bath, and home.
Get it from Magic Linen for $89 (available in sizes XS–XL and 13 colors).
24. A tapered balloon jean featuring a looser fit for maximum comfort that mayyyy make you forget you're wearing jeans and not joggers. *Pro tip* you can cuff these at the bottom and make them into capris!
25. An elastic waist pant because ~casual cool~ is the wardrobe vibe for this summer. Listen, I don't make the rules, I just enforce them.
Promising review: "I absolutely love these! I wasn’t sure about them since I couldn’t tell if they would be see through or how well they would fit and what not, but they aren’t see through, fit well, and are really comfortable. They’re my favorite pants to wear to work! Definitely worth the purchase! I’m considering getting more in different colors!" —Brooklyn & Justin
Get it from Amazon for $27.99 (available in sizes S–XXL and 18 colors/styles).
26. A pair of tapered joggers with an adjustable waist so you can forget about a belt. Whether you dress them up or down, they're sure to get loads of compliments.
Promising review: "These are so comfy and great for summer. Breathable, thin, but quality material. I am getting more! They don’t wrinkle, great for travel. These have been my go-to pants all summer! Love, love, love." —Christine
Get it from Amazon for $36.99+ (available in sizes S–XXL and 14 colors).
27. A show-stopping pair of striped stretch pants for that pop of color your summer wardrobe deserves. Listen, we can go back to the neutral tones when fall comes back around...
Chic Soul is a small biz based in Auburn, Alabama that's focused on ensuring more underrepresented bodies in fashion have access to fun and stylish clothing.
Promising review: "Love these pants, and they are true to size!" —Lindsey R.
Get it from Chic Soul for $52 (available in sizes 1X–3X).
28. A versatile split wrap skirt since your legs deserve to feel the nice summery breeze on them. If you're gonna tell me you don't feel sexy in a high slit skirt, you're lying.
Promising review: "Perfect transition piece. Honestly, impressed. It does not have a lining, but it also was not too sheer to the point you can't wear it. I got MANY compliments on this — and you just can't beat the price for a statement piece. Fit was true to size and if anything had room for adjustment. The waistband also has two buttons so you can wear it looser/tighter! It is a wrap, but it's not revealing at all!" —lexi milone
Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in sizes S–XL and 23 colors).
29. A pair of paper bag-waisted shorts in a slew of colors you'll have a tough time picking which ones to snag.
Promising review: "They fit perfectly and are made very well with high-quality materials. The length is perfect and they look so cute on. These are my favorite shorts to wear this summer. Also they are incredibly comfortable and cool — I wore them in Florida when I went to Disney and they were not hot at all and they were the perfect thing to wear getting on and off rides. I cannot say enough how much I love these shorts I even bought another pair in blue because I loved them so much. Totally worth every penny — definitely go ahead and buy; you will not regret it." —Meagan Marie
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in sizes S–XXL and 38 colors).
30. A pair of fluttery exercise shorts so whether you decide to go on a ~hot girl walk~ or run some errands your pants game will be strong.
Promising review: "I ordered these cause I saw them on TikTok. I am 5’10 and they are perfect! They cover everything and are not too short. I highly recommend them especially for the price!" —MagnoliaBliss
Get it from Amazon for $24.98+ (available in sizes S–XXL and 27 colors).
31. Funky patterned jeans to take your white tank from boring to trendy. I think I need these pants...
Lisa Says Gah is a woman-owned small business that's a one-stop shop for products created and designed by independent artists and designers.
Get them from Lisa Says Gah for $125 (available in sizes 2–10).
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