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Mar. 13, 2023

Wide-Leg Pants Are Back

And they’re bigger than ever.

By Lauren Caruso@laurencaruso_
Photo: Banana Republic
Photo: Banana Republic

If you had the foresight to keep your wide-leg pants in the back of your closet since the last time they were trending, know that it’s time to dust them off: Even a cursory glance at the major runways in recent seasons will show you that the baggy, ‘90s-era low-rise style is decidedly back — and wider than ever.

This season, the best wide-leg pants are roomy, comfortable, and versatile. Still, it’s possible to get in on the trend without feeling like you’re wearing your pop’s pants: A pair of timeless, wide-leg wool trousers from Banana Republic’s new spring collection will quickly feel like an office-ready staple when you pair them with a tailored button-down. Meanwhile, the right wide-leg jeans can moonlight as an on-trend alternative to joggers, especially if you style them with a cropped knit sweater or a traditional trench coat.

Photo: Banana Republic

The Cropped Pants

The perfect weekend pant, this ultra-high, cropped silhouette is made from a super-soft cotton for a comfortable fit.

Banana Republic Cruise Cropped Pant, $130
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Photo: SourceUnknown

The Reverse Waistband Pants

Remember back in junior high when you’d buy pants or shorts two sizes too big and you had to roll the waistband? That’s also a trend now — and this pair of wide-leg pants proves it can look polished, too.

SourceUnknown Half Reversed Waistband Trousers, $138
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The Ultra Wide-Leg Pants

This ultra wide-leg pant’s exaggerated silhouette makes it look like a maxi skirt (except this one’s basically wind-proof.)

Banana Republic Minna Wide-Leg Linen Pant, $140
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Photo: Farfetch

The Cargo Pants

Minimalists, look away! These hot pink cargo pants from Scandi brand ROTATE aren’t for the faint of heart. (That’s the fun of ‘em.)

ROTATE Sellarina Cargo Trousers, $220
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The Sweatpants

Ditch your traditional joggers for wide-leg sweatpants. Wear these with a leather moto jacket and a baseball hat for weekend-ready look.

OAK + FORT Exposed Seam Sweatpant, $68
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Photo: Banana Republic

The Pleated Jeans

Never mind the trend cycle: Dark-wash wide-leg jeans are always in style. The high waist and deep pleats make these office-appropriate, too.

Banana Republic Côte Wide-Leg Jeans, $150
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Photo: Moda Operandi

The Faux Leather Pants

Named after Copenhagen-based cool-girl Pernille Teisbaek, these faux-leather wide-leg pants are a great option for chillier spring days.

The Frankie Shop Pernille Pleated Faux Leather Wide-Leg Pants, $340
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The Utility Pants

Diesel put a utilitarian spin on the wide-leg trend with these belted, sage-green pants. Style them with a thin-rib sweater and pointed-toe mules for a true ‘90s-inspired look.

Diesel Belted Wide-Leg Trousers, $365
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Photo: Banana Republic

The Linen Pants

Dip your toe in the wide-leg trend with a pant that’s fitted through the hip and thigh, like this tuxedo-inspired linen trouser.

Banana Republic Salma Wide-Leg Linen Tuxedo Pant, $130
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Photo: Bergdorf Goodman

The Low-Rise Jeans

Size up in AGOLDE’s ever-popular baggy wide-leg jeans for a modern fit that sits just at the the hip.

AGOLDE Low-Rise Baggy Wide Jeans, $198
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Photo: MATCHESFASHION

The Jersey Pants

A basic wide-leg trouser is a must-have in any spring wardrobe.

Norma Kamali Elephant Stretch-Jersey Wide-Leg Trousers, $189
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Photo: NET-A-PORTER

The Deconstructed Jeans

The waist detailing and spliced pockets on these wide-leg, paneled jeans make them feel that much more special.

Maison Margiela High-Rise Wide-Leg Jeans, $724
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Photo: COS

The Bright Pants

Add some color and comfort to your closet with this take on a roomy, wide-leg pant.

COS Wide-Leg Tailored Pants, $135
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