It’s perfectly acceptable to opt for comfy pants over shorts in the summer (although it feels like you’re breaking the cardinal rule). Sometimes you just want to little more coverage.
Give your denim a break with Target’s new lightweight pants from A New Day, Universal Thread, Stars Above and Wild Fable. We’ve found 10 flattering styles, including wide leg options, joggers, chinos, breezy linen finds and more, starting at $18.
Keep scrolling to see what’s worth adding to your summer-ready bottoms lineup.
Comfortable and lightweight pants under $35 each
- New Day High Pleated Front Straight Pants, $32
- Mid Rise Cargo Pants with Universal Threads, $30
- New Fashion High Waist Jogging Pants, $28
- New Daily High Waisted Ankle-Length Flat Chino Pants, $28
- Stars Above Slub Wide Leg Knit Pants, $18
- Wild Fable Mid Rise Wide Leg Beach Cargo Pants, $32
- Cupshe Drawstring Wide Leg Pants, $34.99
- Super-soft Cargo Joggers for a relaxed new day, $22
- Wild Fable Mid Rise Flap Leggings, $22
- New Day High Leg Pull On Linen Pants, $25
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Straight pants with a high pleated front of the new day
Goal
$32 at Target
Work clothes are not just for the office. Grab a pair of classic silhouettes made from summer fabric — linen. The tailored trousers have front pleated legs, front and back pockets and belt holes. One customer said they were “the perfect cross between casual and formal,” while another described them as “old pants that look like money [anyone] in the budget.”
Mid-rise cargo pants with universal threads
Goal
$30 at Target
According to one reviewer, these mid-height sideloaders are “comfortable and look great.” The full-length pants have a fabric that is “light but not thin,” according to customers. Catch the retro bottom in sizes 0 to 30 in short, regular and long lengths and in cream or olive green.
Modern high-waisted jogging pants of the new day
Goal
$28 at Target
You can never go wrong with loungewear any time of year, and these trendy ankle-length joggers are a simple, comfortable outfit option for running errands or lounging around the house. They feature a slim fit, drawstring waistband, and elasticated leg openings that are “very comfortable” and “perfect” for summer, according to one reviewer. Choose from black, tan or teal and sizes from XS to 4X.
Wide leg trousers with drawstring
Goal
$35 at Target
Celebrities like Martha Stewart and Nicole Kidman are among the masses jumping on the wide leg bandwagon. Grab this flowy Cupshe style in khaki or forest green for casual summer wear or as an easy throw-on option over swimwear. An adjustable drawstring waist ensures a flattering fit.
Keep scrolling for more summer pants styles available at Target.
Wild Fable Mid Rise Wide Leg Beach Cargo Pants
Goal
$32 at Target
Super soft Cargo joggers for a new day in a relaxed fit
Goal
$22 at Target
Wild Fable Mid Rise Flap Leggings
Goal
$22 at Target
Categories: Trends
Source: HIS Education