The Most Comfortable Women’s Pants to Wear During the Holidays

Whether you're at work or a festive gathering, these stylish bottoms — from elevated joggers to flared-leg styles — offer roomy waistbands that let you move comfortably.

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The Best Comfortable Pants for Women

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Besides treasured time with loved ones, comfy pants are among the gifts that keep on giving during the holidays. These stretchy-waistbanded bottoms let you eat to your heart’s (and stomach’s) content with plenty of room to accommodate that inevitable post-meal nap. But not everyone wants to throw on basic joggers, baggy jeans or a nap dress — some occasions call for a dressier wardrobe, which is why we’ve rounded up some of the best pull-on pants for staying stylish during Thanksgiving and the rest of the year’s gourmand feasts.

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Whether you’re hosting for the holidays (or even whipping up the entire menu) and want to room to move around, or you plan on a marathon of Friendsgiving meals all weekend, check out some of the most comfortable pants for women below, ranging from sweater-like bottoms from cult-favorite designers to sleek and stylish options from brands spotted on Hollywood stars.

1. Skims Velour Wide Leg Pants

Your favorite aughts-era velour pants deserve a seat at the Thanksgiving table, albeit in a dressier silhouette in the form of these pull-on velour bottoms (available in other colors) from Kim Kardashian’s Skims.

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Skims Velour Wide Leg Pants $72

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2. Heartloom Kiera Pant

Olivia Wilde has been spotted wearing Heartloom’s pull-on Kiera pants for a morning coffee run. They’re made of soft sweater material and feature this season’s wide-leg trend. Lily Collins, Shay Mitchell, Lucy Hale, Camila Cabello and Selena Gomez are just a handful of stars who’ve worn the brand.

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Heartloom Kiera Pant (reg. $89) $67

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3. Amazon Essentials Women’s French Terry Fleece Sweatpants

You’ll want to stock up in every color of Amazon Essentials’ French terry fleece sweatpants, which are made of cozy, stretchy fabric and feature a comfortable fit through the hip and thigh. They come in more than a dozen versatile shades.

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Amazon Essentials Women's French Terry Fleece Sweatpants $14.10 on Amazon.com

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4. Spanx The Perfect Pant, Slim Straight

Given that Spanx is beloved for its smoothing shapewear and apparel, these slim-straight pants (available in black and navy) from the brand prove that the concept of comfy doesn’t always mean wide-legged silhouettes. They feature a four-way stretch and are designed to eliminate the dreaded muffin top.

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Spanx The Perfect Pant, Slim Straight $148

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5. Universal Standard Stephanie Wide Leg Stripe Pants

Available in six color combos, Universal Standard’s stretchy Stephanie wide-leg ponte pants come in sizes 4XS to 4XL and feature a sporty touch with the two-toned stripe down the side of the legs.

Universal Standard Stephanie Wide Leg Stripe Pants $145

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6. Madewell Pull-On Relaxed Jeans

These pull-on Madewell jeans with an elastic waistband combine the comfort of sweatpants with the style of effortless denim. The brand is also treating shoppers to 40% off during its early Black Friday sale — use the code OHJOY through Nov. 24.

Madewell

Madewell Pull-On Relaxed Jean in Chelford Wash (reg. $98) $59

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7. LNA Core Ribbed Joggers

These cozy jogger pants (available in heather gray, nude and black) by LNA add a sleek and laid-back finish to your holiday ensemble. Paris Hilton, Kendall Jenner, Jennifer Lawrence and Sophia Bush have worn the label’s basics.

LNA Core Ribbed Jogger (reg. $106) $53

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8. Lilysilk Simple Casual Straight Leg Silk Pants

Lilysilk’s straight-leg pants are made of 22 momme charmeuse silk and feature an adjustable waistband, so they’re great for dressing up casual looks.

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Lilysilk Simple Casual Straight Leg Silk Pants $150

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9. Victor Glemaud Wool Wide Leg Pants

Known for his inventive knit silhouettes seen on stars such as Iman, Issa Rae and others, designer Victor Glemaud’s wool wide-leg pants add the perfect pop of pink to your holiday looks.

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Victor Glemaud Wool Wide Leg Pants $150

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10. Mother The Springy Ankle

These light green pants by L.A.-based Mother are made of soft, stretchy fabric and feature a comfortable elastic waistband.

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Mother The Springy Ankle (reg. $228) $160

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11. Splendid Chelsea pants

Splendid’s jogger-style Chelsea pants are made of soft silk-like sateen for a luxe look. Pair it with your coziest sweater and heels for a laid-back and polished outfit.

Splendid Chelsea Pants $158

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12. Good American Faux Leather Wide Leg Pants

Khloé Kardashian co-founded brand Good American’s faux leather pants (available in warm camel and black) boast a drawstring waist and wide leg style that bring an elevated touch to classic sweats.

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Good American Leather Wide Leg Pants $149

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13. Pleats Please Issey Miyake Plissé Slim Leg Trousers

If you can pull off a mess-free meal, then these bright white plissé slim leg trousers (by Issey Miyake’s Pleats Please label) offer a luxurious, textured finish to your holiday ensembles.

Pleats Please Issey Miyake Plissé Slim Leg Trousers $322

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14. By Anthropologie Joni Sequin Flare Pants

Casual flare pants get a glam makeover with By Anthropologie’s Joni sequin pants, which come in standard, petite and plus fits and feature a comfy pull-on style.

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By Anthropologie Joni Sequin Flare Pants $188

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15. Wardrobe NYC x Hailey Bieber HB Track Pant

If you prefer a more loungewear-inspired look with an oversized fit, throw on Wardrobe NYC’s track pants designed in collaboration with Hailey Bieber. They’re made of 100 percent cotton and are finished with a zippered split hem that adds edge to an otherwise basic silhouette.

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16. Dodo Bar Cho Jacquard Flared Knit Pants

Make a retro statement with these jacquard print flared pants by Israeli actress-turned-designer Dorit “Dodo” Bar Or’s namesake label. They’re made from a comfortable cotton-blend material and are finished with an elastic waistband.

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Dodo Bar Cho Jacquard Flared Knit Pants $505

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