When you buy through our links, Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more. Everlane It’s hard enough to find the perfect work pants, let alone ones that are washable.
We rounded up nine top-rated options from brands like Spanx, LOFT, M. M. LaFleur, and more.
Each pair is office-ready, easy to care for, and lets you skip the trip to the dry cleaners. Finding the perfect pair of women’s work pants is an odyssey some of us seemingly spend our entire lives traveling. Day after day, we’re confronted with a never-ending loop of misshapen chinos, leggings that claim to be pants, and the occasional red herring of a great stretch pant that morphs into a deflated parachute by midnight.
But, for all the terrible fits and fabrics out there, there are some really great options — and you don’t have to spend more than $200. All of the work pants on this list are machine-washable, stretchy without bagging out, and some even have upgrades like adjustable hems so you don’t have to change for different footwear or pay a tailor to cut off the necessary four inches for a petite frame. Below, you’ll find our personal favorite washable work pants along with other top-rated options we’ve rooted out based on their many rave reviews.
The 9 best pairs of washable work pants for women in 2021:High-Rise Cameron PantJ. CrewColor options: 4Size options: 00-24The more ways you can wear a certain piece, the more essential it becomes in your workwear rotation. For our associate story producer Elena Matarazzo, the High-rise Cameron Pant has been styled and restyled an endless amount of times since their first wear.
“These J. Crew stretchy but structured work pants are the first business casual pants that I purchased during college,” she says. “For folks who love a higher rise these are a perfect multi use pant that can be dressed up or down.
Two easy ways to style include an oxford button tucked in with loafers or a cropped sweater with tennis shoes for a more casual OOO look. “Zara Wide-Leg Linen PantsZaraColor options: 1Size options: XS-XLWhen it comes to quality workwear that’s still budget-friendly, you can’t go wrong with basics from Zara. Thanks to its timeless silhouette and European Linen threads, these wide-leg pants are designed to outlive any trendy trouser.
Not only do Zara’s pieces withstand dozens of washes like our other top picks, but they’ve been in our closets for several years. In fact, for Stephanie Hallet, our senior personal finance editor, the Zara Wide-Leg Linen Pants have had quite the shelf life before making their way to her own. “I confess that my favorite postpartum work pants are a pair of hand-me-down linen trousers my best friend gave me after her first baby, but these Zara pants are a facsimile.
They are so comfortable, get softer each time you wash them, and actually look quite chic with a button-down shirt (breastfeeding-friendly!) and a good necklace or pair of earrings,” said Hallet. M. M.
LaFleur The Foster PantM. M. LaFleurColor options: 10Size options: 0P to 18Several of us on the Insider Reviews team own the Foster from M.
M. LaFleur, and they’re some of the best overall work pants we’ve come across. The silhouette is sleek, classic, and versatile enough that you can wear it casually on the weekend too.
What really differentiates these pants though is the adjustable hem, a rare feature that lets you instantly change the length. We also like how the stretchy material holds up to its wrinkle-resistant claims so you look as polished at the end of the day as you did walking out the door. Eileen Fisher Stretch Crepe Slim Ankle PantsNordstromColor options: TwoSize options: XXS-XLWhen it comes to quality basics, we could easily fill up an entire wardrobe with Eileen Fisher’s minimalist designs.
The brand’s Stretch Crepe Slim Ankle Pants have a pull-on style and feature all the comfort of a legging, but with a straight-leg silhouette you can dress up with heels or loafers. You can choose from classic black or an elegant off-white color, but take note that the off-white is fairly transparent. Everlane The Dream PantEverlaneColor options: SevenSize options: XXS-XXXXLIf you dread the idea of returning to “hard pants,” the Everlane Dream Pant is here to bridge the gap between joggers and formal slacks.
It’s made with a soft cotton/modal blend but cut into a tailored silhouette with pintucked details. They’ll feel more professional when paired with a button-down or blouse, but you can just as easily pair these pants with a T-shirt too. Like the Foster, the Dream Pant is made with a wrinkle-resistant material to keep you looking fresh from 9am to 9pm.
Spanx Perfect Pant CollectionSpanxColor options: TwoSize options: XS-3XSpanx took its popular shaping technology and turned it into a line of work pants that’s entirely machine-washable. Dubbed “The Perfect Pant Collection,” the four styles include two skinny fits, a straight leg, and a high-rise flare. You can find our full review of the collection here, but the short version is that each is made with a thick, comfortable ponte fabric that looks professional while feeling like a pair of leggings.
Another plus is the inclusive size range and the option to choose petite, regular, or tall lengths. Athleta Brooklyn Ankle PantAthletaColor options: seven colors, three seasonal colorsSize options: 00-26Similar to Everlane’s Dream Pant, the Athleta Brooklyn Ankle Pant is a hybrid style you can wear from work to the weekend. One reviewer notes they’ve worn these pants for a hiking trip and even out to a nice dinner.
Though they might not be the best match for formal office settings, the Brooklyn pant has plenty of range thanks to its performance material: it’s quick-drying, wrinkle-resistant, breathable, machine-washable, and has a sun-protection rating of UPF 50+. Even better, these pants are sustainably made from recycled water bottles. ADAY Turn It Up PantADAYColor options: three colors, two limited editionSize options: XS-XLThe ADAY ethos is anchored in sustainability, versatility, and simplicity, with designs that help you “do more with less.
” The brand’s Turn it Up Pant blends the silhouette of traditional trousers with modern details like an elastic waistband and a washable material. The legs are made to be cuffed for an alternate look, but if you decide you’d rather have them hemmed, ADAY will actually give you a $15 gift card if you send in a copy of your tailoring receipt. Big Bud Press TrousersBig Bud PressColor options: 17Size options: XXS-6XL in regular or petiteBig Bud Press is a gender-inclusive brand that makes comfy clothing in a wide range of shades and sizes.
Associate Story Producer, Maiya Pascouche has been absolutely obsessed with the brand since buying her first pair of pants. “My recent favorite work pants are their trousers,” she shares, “which have the perfect, tummy flattering pleat on the front and an elastic waistband. I only have them in off-white at the moment, but you can bet I’m stocking up on fall tones ASAP.
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