6 Chic Ways to Style Summer Cargo Pants
Cargo pants are going strong for summer, and the choice of styles has never been better. Here’s a look at some of the latest cargo pants and classy ways to wear them to look casual, elegant, and modern.
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Cropped Cargo Pants
Cargo pants have been around for a long time, but only recently have they transformed from boxy, baggy, and masculine into something much more slimming, stylish, and chic.
For example, I’m a big fan of slim-cropped cargo pants because they fit closer to the body. This sporty pair has a crisp, polished look; the cropped length gives them a sporty summer vibe.
You could wear these with a neutral tee for a more utilitarian look, but I’ve paired them with this flowy chiffon-like floral puff-sleeve blouse.
This unexpected mix of practical and romantic makes this look so modern.
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Wide Leg Denim Cargo Jeans
Denim cargo pants have also become very trendy. These cargo jeans fit slim across the hips, helping balance the long, wide legs. There are only two patch pockets, so there’s not a lot of bulk, and that cool self-belt also jazzes them up.
Stripes are naturally paired with denim, so I’ve paired these cargo jeans with a taupe-striped tee. Since the pants are so wide on the bottom, I’ve chosen a fitted-style tee that makes the outfit more balanced and flattering.
A simple, relaxed leather bag and classic gold hoops with a modern square twist are all you need to look chic in summer cargo jeans.
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Flowy Cargo Beach Pants
Gauze is one of the top trending fabrics this summer, and we’re even seeing Gauze cargo pants. These flowy, crinkled gauze beach pants with the drawstring waist and cargo design are breezy and comfy.
They’re great to keep you cool on a humid summer day and perfect for a beach vacation. Who would have thought cargo pants could look so light and airy?
I added these boho raffia platform slides, beaded earrings, and this white woven bag to play up the beach vibe.
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High-Waisted Cargo Pants
Low-waisted, baggy cargos ruled years ago, but waistlines have risen. Many new cargo pants cover your belly, making them more flattering, especially if you have a mommy’s tummy.
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Slim Cargo Pants
Cargo pants that are slim through the hips and thighs give a more elegant look, which is what many mature women are after. You’ll find straight-leg, skinny cargo pants, joggers, and bootcut cargo pants like these above. I bought a pair of jogger-style, slim cargo pants last season, and I love the look and fit.
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The Final word on Styling Cargo Pants to look Casually Elegant
- Wear a slimmer, less baggy cargo pant
- Pair cargo pants with feminine tops like a floral blouse
- Experiment with fabrics. Gauze cargo pants are a chic new look.
- Add the latest shoes and accessories to upscale your look.
Cargo pants are utilitarian, but the newer styles can also be feminine and more refined. Follow these tips to look casually chic in cargo pants at any age!
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Ugh, sorry to disagree but those big pockets on thighs still are really unflattering on most women and really don’t look “elegant.”
Hi RLB, I hear you! They are tricky to wear for sure, but this was the most minimalist”elegant pair” I could find. Let’s call them sporty-elegant.Cheers!