31 Stylish Pairs of Cargo Pants You Need to Shop ASAP
Because you can never have enough pockets.
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When it comes to cargo pants, you either hate 'em or love 'em—there's no in between. After all, the baggy, oversized style tends to give 'suburban dad as a tourist' vibes. We've always known that cargo pants are functional, thanks to all those pockets, but not exactly always fashionable. Guess what? Things. Have. Changed! These days, cargo pants are a stylish option for nailing that chill, cool girl aesthetic and remixing a more formal look. They're one of the biggest ongoing trends of 2023, tbh. Street style queens like Rihanna, Zendaya, Hailey Bieber, and Bella Hadid flawlessly execute the look over and over again, and that obvi makes us ready to retire any past hangups about cargo pants. However, that doesn't necessarily mean finding the right pair(s) will be just as effortless. So, we took it upon ourselves to make shopping the divisive style easy for you. (You're welcome!)
What's most amazing about these pants is the versatility—wear 'em with sneakers or dress them up with a strappy heel. Pair with an oversized blazer for the office or a sporty top for weekend play—truly, a cargo pant will take you anywhere. And bonus, you can keep your lipgloss and credit card in one of those many functional pockets and the style can be worn year-round. I'm tellin' ya, there's a pair for everyone. See for yourself—in this curated selection, you'll find patterned pants, pretty colors, fun, and classic silhouettes!
Our top picks for the best cargo pants of 2024:
BTW, if you're trying to get your summer wardrobe together, here are some sweaters (yes, summer sweaters exist!) flirty summer dresses (and some linen ones, too!) and lightweight pants to make life easier. Oh, also—if you have no idea what to wear or how to pair 'em, this list of major summer outfit inspo is just what you need. Okay, okay now scroll down to pick your player.
FRANKIE SHOP Hailey Denim Cargo Pant
Easing into the cargo trend? Start with a classic black pair from The Frankie Shop.
PrettyLittleThing Khaki Wide Leg High Waisted Cargo Pant
PrettyLittleThing Khaki Wide Leg High Waisted Cargo Pant
These are perfect for weekend errands. The elastic waist is comfortable and adds a sporty look. Pair with sneakers!
3.1 Phillip Lim Women's Overdyed Denim Utility Jeans
3.1 Phillip Lim Women's Overdyed Denim Utility Jeans
Go with the acid wash denim in a cocoon shape for ultimate cool girl status.
Vince Drop-Waist Wide-Leg Cargo Pant
If you're looking for a perfect "summer white," look no further.
DES PHEMMES Stone-Washed Cargo Jeans
DES PHEMMES Stone-Washed Cargo Jeans
Level up with a pretty pink palette and jump on the Barbiecore train.
AGOLDE Ginerva Cargo Pant
AGOLDE Ginerva Cargo Pant
Pair them with a sneaker or a heel—this cargo pant has range, honey.
If you're all about color, you can't go wrong with this lilac pair from CAMI NYC.
OFF-WHITE Cotton-Canvas Straight Leg Cargo Pant
OFF-WHITE Cotton-Canvas Straight Leg Cargo Pant
You won't even need a purse with all the pockets on this Off-White cargo pant.
Zara Shiny Cargo Pant
Want something a little flashier? These shiny pants from Zara are perfect for grabbing attention.
Tibi Shiny Nylon Pleated Stella Cargo Pant
Try these for a silky pajama aesthetic!
Heron Preston Ex-Ray Cotton Canvas Cargo Pant
Heron Preston Ex-Ray Cotton Canvas Cargo Pant
One can never have too many pockets, right?
Me + Em Relaxed Low-Rise Cargo Trouser
We love an ultra wide cargo pant for an easy office look.
MANGO Parachute Pants
You'll automatically look chic in a cream cargo pant.
Agolde Ginerva Cotton Cargo Pant
This hip-hugging, relaxed silhouette is ideal for minimal accessories and a tank top.
Monse High-Waist Cargo Pant
Ahhh! Just look at this gorge color. Talk about eye-catching.
The tonal greens are *chef's kiss*.
TBH, I just need this entire set for myself.
Leset Barb Drawstring Cargo Pant
Leset Barb Drawstring Cargo Pant
Pair this silky, gray pant with a tank and a strappy heel for an effortlessly cool look.
adidas Wide Cargo Pant
You can never go wrong with a classic black cargo pant.
LVIR Wide-Leg Cargo Pant
Upgrade your trousers with a pleated cargo pant like this one.
Cassie Anderson is the fashion director for Cosmopolitan, where she leads celebrity styling and fashion continuity for the print magazine and the brand’s digital platforms. Cassie joined Cosmopolitan after 10 years of editing and styling at Harper’s BAZAAR. Cassie has also styled for other Hearst titles, including Elle, Town & Country, and Esquire. Follow her fabulous feed - featuring the A-list talent she’s styled - on Instagram and TikTok.
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