Technically, summer pants could be anything you want them to be as long as they're pants worn in the summer. Of course, if you ask me, not all pairs are created equal. In my opinion, the perfect summer pants should look and feel the part—easy, breezy, not to heavy, not too dark, not too tight! Ideally, they're cool and comfortable and, on a rare occasion, are offered with a matching top or at least pair easily with those you already have.
Below, you'll find 30 pairs of such pants spanning a range of styles, materials, colors, and price points. Starting at $18 (and in ascending order), I've truly got something for everyone, but if you're anything like me, you'll end up with not just some but several things in your cart. On that note, simply keep scrolling to get started.
I'm not typically a stripe person, but I love this pattern and how it pairs with a simple white tank.
A+ for color!
I added these to my cart immediately.
It's the little details that make all the difference.
It's the reviews for me.
I've been wanting a pair just like this.
Clearly, I have a thing for pajama-style pants right now.
Obsessed with this print.
For those of us who still love to wear black in the summer.
Click through to choose between all 12 color options for yourself.
They got these so right.
I think we need the matching top too…
I'm copying this entire easy outfit next weekend.
This whole look is so J.Crew.
As always, the matching shirt is a must.
Style as shown.
Get these before they're gone!
How to look polished in linen.
I'm taking notes on the styling.
One for the low-rise girlies.
They're giving Kendall.
Who doesn't love an elastic waist?
I have these in two colors and am seriously considering buying a third.
They're so good I had to include the twill version too.
We always need a fun option.
It wouldn't hurt to get the matching top too.
The definition of breezy.
So good.
This print is everything.
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