In a fashion landscape dominated by Tik Tok-trends and blink-and-you’ll-miss-them moments, the best work pants for women aren’t necessarily the most exciting, but the most reliable. A great pair of office-appropriate trousers doesn’t need to reinvent the wheel—it just needs to support you for the job of dressing well. Worn with a crisp button-down, an oversized knit, or an easy jacket, the right trousers are the backbone of any working wardrobe. Buy them once, wear them on repeat.
Vogue’s Favorite Work Pants:
That kind of dependability can feel underrated, but it’s precisely what makes these styles timeless. Think classic straight-leg black trousers from stalwarts like Nili Lotan and Theory, or the slouchy wide-leg silhouettes that brands like Toteme have perfected. Then there are the modern icons: The Row’s Gala pull-on pants, whose elegant ease has turned them into a wardrobe hero, and High Sport’s cult-favorite kick flares.
There are also the softly tailored gray wool styles by Khaite and Bottega Veneta, khaki trousers that strike the balance between utilitarian and chic, winter-white trousers that feel unexpectedly fresh, and barrel-leg cuts for the more adventurous. These are the work pants worth building a wardrobe around. Shop our favorites here.
The Classic Black Trouser
You can never go wrong with a black trouser. Tapered or with a slight flare, these timeless styles are made to be worn on repeat. Theory, Vince and Nili Lotan make some of our favorites.
