Straight-Leg Pants for Work and Weekend

A straight leg sits comfortably between a slim and a wide cut, falling in a clean column that neither clings nor billows. It is one of the most versatile shapes in a wardrobe, flattering a wide range of figures and adapting from the office to the weekend depending on the fabric you choose. For many women it is the trouser they reach for again and again precisely because it never feels like a risk. Tuck a blouse from tops into a high waist for definition through the middle, or pair with a relaxed knit and flats for the weekend.

A Clean, Even Column Line

The even line from hip to hem is what makes the straight leg so easy to wear, and it suits almost any shoe. A heel keeps the leg line long and lean, while a loafer or a flat sandal suits easier days without losing any polish. For a closer, more tapered line, see our slim-leg pants. For a fuller, more fluid fall with extra movement, explore our wide-leg pants. The straight leg is the cut most women reach for first, because it asks so little and gives so much.