Every Fashion Person Relies On This Easy Staple in the Summer

I'm a tank-and-jeans girl through and through. It's my year-round uniform—the combo I reach for when I don't want to think but still want to feel like myself. The moment the temperature rises (and especially when I'm packing for a trip to Europe), there's only one thing that replaces my beloved denim: a great pair of linen pants.

They're breezy and unfussy and make even the simplest outfit feel like you've thought it through. I rely on them when I want to look polished without trying too hard—whether I'm exploring a new city, heading to a long lunch in the sun, or navigating the heat on a subway platform back in New York. Lately, I've noticed that I'm not the only one reaching for them. Fashion insiders everywhere are styling linen pants in endlessly chic ways this summer, and the internet is full of of them. Which styles are the best of the best? I have tested and tried the best pairs I've come across, and I have thoughts. See my honest reviews below.

Top 5 Linen Pants for Women

• Best Classic Linen Pants: Posse Wyatt Trouser
• Best Striped Linen Pants: Reformation Fernando Linen Pants
• Best Printed Linen Pants: Wilfred Lodge Pant
• Best Low-Rise Linen Pants: Reformation Vida Linen Low Rise Pant
• Best Kick-Flare Linen Pants: Banana Republic Kick-Flare Linen Pant

Best Striped Linen Pants

If you can count on Reformation for just one thing, it's that the materials will always be on point. The brand will never stray from 100% linen, and this style feels just like that. I can't imagine a better relaxed style, whether your summer will be spent on vacation or at home.

Best Printed Linen Pants

If you aren't seeing gingham everywhere yet, get ready because it's back and better than ever. I've already worn a gingham swimsuit and plan to wear gingham pants, tops, dresses, and more. This pair of pants is absolute perfection.

Best Kick-Flare Linen Pants

Kick-flare pants are coming in hot this summer, and while most people are wearing skintight cotton styles, you won't regret switching things up with this pair that comes in linen. It's the perfect thing to style with your graphic tee or a one-piece swimsuit.

Best Low-Rise Linen Pants

I've heard complaints about butter yellow, and I'm here to tell you that this is a trend that shouldn't be going away so soon. I'm obsessed with it. This low-rise style from Reformation comes in multiple colors, but butter yellow simply is my favorite.

Best Baggy Linen Pants

If you like baggy pants, I've found the best possible linen pants for you to try. The material feels like the perfect combination of soft and grainy, and the colorway is my favorite for when I'm bored with wearing white.

Best Drawstring Linen Pants

Even though the name of this product misled me and it's technically not made of linen, it feels just like it is. I love how the semisheer fabric shows off the pockets and makes this one a winner.

Best Classic Linen Pants

When I think of the perfect pair of linen pants, I think of the Wyatt Trousers by Posse. This is a timeless and classic purchase you'll be wearing for years to come. The pants are wide leg without being too baggy, and everyone needs a pair in black as well.

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FAQs

How I Picked and Tested the Best Linen Pants for Women

I've collected linen pants over the years, and there are a few things I consider when buying them. First and foremost, I pay very close attention to the quality of the fabric. Not all linen is created equal, and some brands will advertise an item as linen, but after a closer look at the description, I'll notice there's a bit more polyester than I'd like to see. The vision is 100% linen.

Fit is also important to me. It's easy for a pair of linen pants to feel outdated if the fit isn't exactly how it should be. Right now, I look for relaxed styles that aren't too loose or baggy but have a wide leg. I prefer mid-rise or low-rise pants because they feel fresh to me. But to each their own.

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