It shouldn't be a struggle to find a good pair of work pants. Thanks to an influx of flattering pant options from a range of brands, these days it really isn't. Ideally, you'll want work pants that are stylish, professional, and comfortable for wearing all day at the office.
From skinny and slim-fit to flare and wide-leg styles, there is a silhouette for everyone. Plus, affordable options from retailers like Amazon and H&M are delivering stylish options that won't break the bank. If you want to splurge a little bit more, then premium investment pieces from Spanx and Good American can help you do just that.
Whichever trousers you choose, you're guaranteed to be fully fitted for a day of office productivity. Below, you'll find some of the best work pants to be at the top of your game.
If you want your pants to be just as comfortable as your leggings, then Lululemon has you covered. The extra-light fabric is also sweat-wicking, so as the weather warms, no need to worry about leaving sweat stains in your wake.
While these wrinkle-free, clean-line cropped trousers top our list of best travel pants, they're also perfectly suited for the office. Thanks to front paneling and a supportive elastic waist, they're just as flattering as they are comfortable.
With a high waist and relaxed tailoring, these pants fit—and look great on—just about everyone. We're into this chic camel hue, but they also come in 14 different flattering colors. The icing on the cake? You can skip the visit to your tailor by ordering these wide-leg work pants in short, regular, or long lengths.
In case you're on the fence about its ready-to-wear, Spanx actually makes phenomenal work pants. This pair falls nothing short of its name—the high-rise and flare is flattering while looking professional at the same time. Plus, true to the brand's nature, they are super comfy and made for hours of sitting.
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Best Bright Work Pants
ASOS Bright Blue High-Waisted Wide-Leg Tailored Pants
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Best Bright Work Pants
ASOS Bright Blue High-Waisted Wide-Leg Tailored Pants
Take on a sophisticated look in satin. The flattering fit sits neatly between the hips and waist, ending just above the ankle for an office-to-drinks look for work.
Take a break from classic black in the office and think pink! These powder-pink pants will inject freshness and fun into your workday. Wear with heels for a chic, sharp style, or take it down to the street with some classic white sneakers.
We love just about everything that plus-size specialty retailer Eloquii makes—and these premium work pants top our list of favorites. Thanks to a high rise and stretch ponte fabric, they're comfortable yet polished. You can find them in sizes 14 to 32, as well as petite and tall lengths.
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Best Skinny Work Pants
Old Navy High-Waisted Pull-On Pixie Skinny Ankle Pants for Women
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Best Skinny Work Pants
Old Navy High-Waisted Pull-On Pixie Skinny Ankle Pants for Women
As standard as it gets, these are a staple that your closet needs when it comes to work pants. They are flattering and comfortable, and you can dress them up or down depending on the day. Plus, they're available in sizes XS - 4X.
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Best High-Waisted Work Pants
Express Editor Navy High-Waisted Straight Ankle Pant
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Best High-Waisted Work Pants
Express Editor Navy High-Waisted Straight Ankle Pant
Express pants are a favorite at the Oprah Daily offices. The Editor series features a curation of confidence-boosting pieces. These straight-leg ankle pants have a high rise for a flattering silhouette that pairs nicely with your everything from loafers to comfortable heels.
That's right: Cargo pants are having a moment. These Amazon satin pants are dressy enough to wear from the office to out-and-about after. Did we mention that they run in sizes XXS to 5X?
Don't miss out on premium Frame pants at this markdown! These utilitarian-chic wide-leg styles can be easily dressed up with a button-down or dressed down with a tee for weekend wear.
These bestselling chinos are so popular that they come in an extended range of sizes like petite, plus, and plus petite. Pair these lightweight, relaxed-fit pants with a flat or a loafer for a look where comfort meets polish.
These Spanx pants have a roomy, relaxed fit. Designed with smoothing and supportive ponte fabric, they are machine-washable, giving you an easy-wear option for the office. The wide-leg cut gives you an elegant and chic silhouette, perfect for wearing with a comfortable heel. While we're loving the menswear-inspired pinstripe detail, they also come in solid navy or black.
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Best Jeans
Good American Good Skate High-Waist Wide-Leg Jeans
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Best Jeans
Good American Good Skate High-Waist Wide-Leg Jeans
If you're choosing denim for the office, look for premium fabrics and a dressier silhouette like this high-rise wide-leg pair from Good American. The office-ready styling is going to be all in the details. Nothing is more classic than pairing a flattering flare with a comfortable heel, a great belt, and a button-down shirt.
It's a legging that you can actually wear to the office. Yeah, we know, it's a pretty big deal. The stretchy fabric hugs your figure, while the front pleat gives you that tailored look you've been after.
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Best Maternity Work Pants
Hatch Collection The Ultimate Before, During & After Crop Flare
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Best Maternity Work Pants
Hatch Collection The Ultimate Before, During & After Crop Flare
In case you missed our roundup of the best maternity leggings, we tried and tested the best ones on the market. Thanks to Hatch Collection's premium materials and designs, we highly recommend any of its styles from the Before, During & After line—like these stylish crop flare pants. They're breathable, comfortable, completely opaque, and can easily be dressed up or down.
Looks can be deceiving. Like in this pair of white-and-black contrasting plaid—no, not quite pants—leggings. Throw a sweater over the top and don some ankle booties on the bottom, and you're good to go.
These bestselling slim-cut work pants from WHBM are wrinkle-resistant while still being super stretchy. They're flattering thanks to a midrise design and slimming front panels along the front. If you end up loving the fit, you can get these in four other colors as well.