If you’re really not ready to part with your joggers, consider these pull-ons from Torrid. Sizes: 00 to 6X (equivalent to 10 to 30) with 25- (extra short), 27- (short), 29- (regular), 31- (tall), and 33-inch (extra tall) inseams | Material: Rayon | Stretch: Very stretchy | Design details: Elastic waistband, faux fly, side slits on hem “You can wear them outside the office without feeling stuffy,” Brown says. These have an impressive cost-per-wear - she likes that they work whether she’s on the clock (with a bodysuit for a put-together, polished look) or off, if worn with the right sneakers. Casey Brown, the blogger behind Streets, Beats, and Eats, considers them “some of the best-quality you will find at the under-$100 price point,” especially as they don’t wrinkle or stretch out as much as others. The pull-on pair features two notable (and noticeable) upgrades: the first is their more flared leg that gives them a little more flair (but not enough to go into disco-era territory), the second is the addition of zippered pockets, which will lay flatter when they are zipped closed. Universal Standard bills this pull-on style as another option for fans of its Moro Ponte Pants, made from the brand’s signature fabric. Sizes: 00–40 with a 32-inch inseam | Material: Nylon | Stretch: Very stretchy | Design details: Invisible zip pockets And just so you know: The pill-, wrinkle-, and crease-resistant fabric is made for being on the go. Unlike past pants, she describes how the waistband of the Moros lays flat around her hips, legs “were slim but still breathable,” and the cuffs taper perfectly around her ankles. Editor Maya Kosoff is also a fan she was “ pants allergic” until she tried on the ponte pair. She considers the Moro Ponte Pants a foundational piece of her wardrobe. Known for style and size inclusivity (here’s their helpful size chart for reference since it doesn’t follow a traditional system), Universal Standard is one of your best bets when trying to find black work pants, says writer Reneice Charles. This marks the brand’s first appearance on our list. There was a consensus among the working women we talked to: Universal Standard is, well, a standard-bearer when it comes to plus-size workwear. Sizes: 00–40 with a 27-inch inseam| Material: Rayon | Stretch: Very stretchy | Design details: Matte black zippers at hem, flat waistband Lifestyle blogger Ashley Carter agrees, adding that the Kadys are “worth every penny” for their high-quality fabric (a combination of cotton, nylon, and spandex) and how well they keep their shape. Content creator Ashby Vose (who works with Torrid) points out that since Eloquii has offered the pants for years, the brand has really perfected them on the fit front. This bespoke quality is why the Kadys rise above the rest. You can also choose between regular (with a 29-inch inseam), short (27 inches), and long (31 inches) lengths. And the Gena is cut to account for fuller mid-sections with narrower hips and thighs. The Viola is for someone who wears a larger size in bottoms than in tops. There’s the Classic, which is designed for those with proportional hourglass shapes (with a defined waistline). The reason these pants won comes down to different body-specific fits that the brand sells. Several panelists shared a similar sentiment to brand consultant and entrepreneur Megan Ixim, who calls the plus-size brand a go-to for workwear as its styles strike the right balance of trendy and timeless. Sizes: 14–28 with 27- (short) 29- (regular), and 31-inch (tall) inseams | Material: Cotton | Stretch: Stretchy | Design details: Hook and bar closure with hidden button at waist, flat-front pocketsĮloquii takes our best-in-class blue ribbon for its tailored (and top selling) Kady Fit Pant. (As a bonus, all but three of the pairs below are under $100.) To help you find well-fitting, comfortable pairs that will last through your 9–5, I talked to plus-size working women - including writers and entrepreneurs - about the work pants they rely on. I saw this firsthand while doing research for our black pants guide, with size ranges at some brands topping out at XL. The only problem, specifically for those shopping plus-size, is that “the lack of size-inclusive options means it is hard to find clothing that is high quality,” says freelance stylist Ansley Morgan. Black pants can be sharp, smart, and oh-so versatile - pair them with Converse for a casual look or imitate something rather Scandinavian with a turtleneck. For many, returning to the office presents a sartorial identity crisis: If your pandemic “uniform” was a sweatshirt with sweatpants, how do you go back to a pantsuit? My best advice is to start with a pair of black pants, the most important basic to have in a work wardrobe.
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