The Best Dressy Women’s Cargo Pants That Go From Meetings to Cocktail Parties
In sparkling sequins, or crafted of sleek satin and plush velvet, these pocket-laden utilitarian pants are practical yet ready to party.
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With awards season back in full force, it’s time for a wardrobe update to synch up with all the festivities. One answer? A perfect pair of dressy cargo pants. This pivotal, practical piece can span the occasions — from shopping to a myriad of parties and celebrations.
With plenty of pockets for all those wish lists and to-get lists, the best women’s cargo pants are a sartorial problem-solver that can easily be dressed up or down. Pair these cute cargo trousers with sneakers or heels, then layer on T-shirts, chunky knits or a matching jacket.
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Here, we’ve rounded up the most stylish women’s cargo pants — in plush velvet, sleek crimson satin or vegan leather, embellished with sparkly sequins or reinvented in classic red tartan — from brands frequently worn by Hollywood stars such as A.L.C. (by former A-list fashion stylist Andrea Lieberman), Cynthia Rowley, Alice & Olivia, Staud and more.
Alice & Olivia Jouette Vegan Leather Cargo Pant
Reimagined in vegan leather, the Alice & Olivia Joette low-rise cargo pant has chic, flattering wide legs and a sexy low rise.
L’Agence Channing Trouser
A wardrobe staple of countless stars, L’Agence’s luxe stretch-cotton sateen trousers boast a relaxed fit and pair well with a silk blouse, heels and your favorite designer statement belt.
H&M Flared Cargo Pants
These vintage-inspired flared cargo pants in stretch twill feature stitched creases at the front — perfect for the office or brunch alike.
Cynthia Rowley Red Tartan Plaid Cargo Pant
With a relaxed drawstring waist and adjustable drawstring hems, these cool and comfy Cynthia Rowley plaid cargo pants in a classic red tartan pattern easily move from errands to parties.
Banana Republic Slim Refined Stretch Cargo Pants
Banana Republic elevates the utilitarian silhouette with these slim stretch cargo pants with a high waist and tapered leg. They’re finished with a removable belt.
A.L.C. Megan Sequin Cargo Pant
$355 $595 40% off
The flattering wide leg and a comfortable mid-rise cut are a perfect relaxed balance to va-va-voom sequins, making the Megan sequin cargo pants by A.L.C. a go-to for festive occasions.
Ramy Brook Norma Cargo Pant
In satin charmeuse, with adjustable ankle ties and a flattering wide waistband, the Ramy Brook Norma Cargo Pants come in black or a pretty shade of blue.
Steve Madden Ace Cargo Pant
Buy Now at Steve Madden $50
Made with a sleek nylon satin, the Steve Madden Ace Pant also has snap straps at the hems that cinch the ankles for a second look that showcases fancy heels.
Staud Satin Wide-Leg Cargo Pants
$425 at Staud
Sleek and chic the Shay satin wide-leg cargo pants by Staud, with a matching D-ring belt, can be paired with the matching cropped satin Lennox jacket and you are, quite literally, set.
Johnny Was Zatima Silk Velvet Cargo Pant
Johnny Was elevates its flowing wide-leg Zatima cargo pant silhouette in a luxurious silk-blend velvet with the added comfort of an elasticized waistband.
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