Chic, Cheap & Lightweight Pants for Days Where You Just Can't Deal With the Heat

We don't know about you, but jeans aren't the move when it's hot AF outside.

By Emily Spain, Kristine Fellizar Aug 10, 2022 8:35 PMTags
E-comm: Summer Pants, Shop Girl Summer

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Whether your AC unit is your BFF or you thrive in the heat, you can't deny that it's gettin' hot in here! Besides stocking up on all the products to keep you cool and comfy like breathable pajamas, cooling pillows, soothing beauty products and an Amazon shopper-loved personal neck fan, we recommend stocking up on easy breezy tops and lightweight pants to get you through the most sweat-inducing summer days. 

Fortunately, you can find some wallet-friendly options to add to your closet from top brands like J.Crew, Banana Republic, Abercrombie & Fitch and more. So as much as we want you to have a Hot Girl Summer, we rounded up 13 breathable yet stylish pants to make you feel cool, calm and collected when the temperatures start to rise and jeans aren't an option.

Check out our picks below.

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Caslon Track Style Linen Pants

If you don't already have a pair of black linen pants to throw on during the summer, add these to your cart ASAP. Plus, they're only $41!

Banana Republic Airstretch Taper Pants

These Banana Republic pants were designed to be "light as air," and feature performance technology and ultra flexible fabric. There are several versatile colors to choose from and they're on sale for $42.

Banana Republic Tencel Wide-Leg Pant

These "luxuriously soft" wide-leg pants at Banana Republic Factory are stylish, comfy and perfect for these last days of summer. It's currently available in cream and a tan. Right now, it's on sale for $42.

Banana Republic Linen-Blend Wide-Leg Pant

These easy breezy linen-blend pants from Banana Republic feature a hint of stretch and come in four colors. They're originally $90, but are on sale now for $50.

Abercrombie & Fitch Linen-Blend Pull-On Wide Leg Pants

These linen-blend pants by Abercrombie & Ftich come in white, dark pink and a floral orange. One Abercrombie & Fitch reviewer called these the "perfect vacation pants," and they're on sale for $49.

Seafolly Dobby Beach Pant

Headed somewhere warm with white sand and turquoise blue waters? These linen pants with shell and bead accents are for you.

Free People Roxanne Set

This set (yes, set!) from Free People's FP Beach collection features a cropped vest and lightweight, "ultra-soft" pants. These are five colors to choose from including black, ivory and flamingo. It's originally $128, but you can get it on sale today for $50.

Old Navy High-Waisted Striped Linen-Blend Wide-Leg Pants

Old Navy shoppers are obsessed with these stylish striped pants. They feature an elasticized high-rise waistband, a faux fly and diagonal side pockets. There are three patterns to choose from, and they're on sale for $19.

Old Navy High-Waisted Linen-Blend Wide-Leg Pants

If you're looking for a cute cheap option, consider getting Old Navy's High-Waisted Linen-Blend Wide-Leg Pants. It's a shopper-fave with over 2,000 five-star reviews, comes in four colors and is on sale for $19. 

Sundry Easy Pocket Pants

Breezy pants and a bright pop of color = our favorite combo in the summertime. These Sundry pocket pants are originally $158, but you can get them on sale for $40.

Joob Joob Women's Comfy Boho Pants

These are the kind of pants you won't want to change out of come bedtime. Thankfully, you can wear them to sleep!

H&M Wide-Leg Linen-Blend Pants

These stylish linen-blend pants from H&M come in four colors including light beige and light blue. They're versatile, breathable and H&M shoppers love them for being more expensive-looking than they actually are.

Wide-Leg Linen Pant

You're going to want to stock up on these linen pants – they are so comfy! Best part is, they're on sale now for $36.

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—Originally published Aug 16, 2021 at 11:33 AM PT.