Your dream travel wardrobe capsule consists of a super-comfortable shoe, a roomy crossbody bag or backpack, the perfect carry-on, and layer-friendly clothing pieces. A smart, up-for-anything pair of travel pants should be the foundation. They're endlessly versatile and easily spiffed up with a sweater wrapped over your shoulders, so kick off your next summer getaway in a great pant you feel confident in.
The key to comfy travel style? Non-wrinkling fabrics, relaxed fits, and stretchy compression all provide additional support for long rides or flights. Go the distance with some of our favorite travel pants you can find right now.
Compression leggings provide the comfort and support you'll need for long hauls. And these have Oprah's seal of approval, as they were picked for Oprah's 2022 Favorite Things list. Eco-friendly and size-inclusive (the range goes through 6XL), these compression leggings are available in a plethora of hues. Plus, they feature double-side seaming and pockets.
Sometimes nothing less than sweats will do, and here is where Spanx really excels. Oprah picked these for her 2022 Favorite Things, saying, “You might know Spanx for its shapewear, but it also does fantastic cozy clothes. When I tell you this set feels light as air, I’m not kidding. It’s my new leisure suit. The perfectly loose-and-lightweight fabric is like buttah!”
Plus-size retailer Eloquii's high-rise, wide-leg trousers feature a side stripe for a stylish dash of sport. They're made with a stretchy heavyweight fabric that's ideal for travel. Available in sizes 12 - 32.
Reccomended by our creative director, Adam Glassman, Anatomie's lightweight and wrinkle-resistant pants are a traveler's dream. These cargos come in both khaki and black, and are available in sizes XS - XL.
What could be breezier than a 100 percent linen trouser en route to your next tropical destination? We love that these are breathable and have slit detail at the bottom for added style points. Available in sizes 0 - 26.
We love these lightweight, silky cargos that have adjustable strings at the ankles so you can wear them tapered or wide-leg. They come in black, white, olive, pink, and taupe, so you can adapt with your travels. Available in sizes XXS - XXL.
Comfortable? Check. Clean lines? Also check. These Nike sweatpants closely resemble a pair of smart trousers. They come in nine solid shades, including this chic camel. Available in sizes XS - XXL.
These black flare leggings are made from a really thick, high-compression premium fabric that's snug and supportive for long flights. We love that we can feel sculpting and lifting as soon as we pull them on. Available in sizes XS - 3X, as well as petite and tall inseams.
Uniqlo trousers are wardrobe staples we can consistently get on board with. If you're into straight-leg pants, these are relaxed throughout and tapered at the ankles for a bit of polish. Did we mention they're wrinkle-free and machine-washable? Available in sizes XXS - XXL.
These new high-rise, full-length pants from Lulu are the ideal travel companion. They's made from a soft, weighty, draped 100 percent recycled fabric that comes in nine solid colors. Available in sizes 0 - 20.
These wide-leg trousers are just as elegant as they are comfortable. They're made from travel-friendly, wrinkle-resistant fabric that you won't have to think twice about when you're on the move. Available in sizes XS - XXL.
Constructed with an elastic waistband and roomy front pockets, these structured but cozy wide-leg pants are a dream for travel days. Available in sizes XS - XL.
Paula Lee is a freelance Fashion Editor. Off duty, she can be found day-tripping around the tri-state area, hanging around farm animals, or browsing the library stacks.