How Emily Ratajkowski, Hailey Bieber, and More Celebs Are Making Us Fall for Cargo Pants (VOGUE)

26 Aug

One of the joys of street style watching is seeing how celebrities transform mundane items into memorable fashion moments. For example, cargo pants for women don’t exactly scream whimsical wardrobe must-have, but Hailey Bieber, Emily Ratajkowski, and Kim Kardashian all recently proved just how glamorous those utilitarian trousers can be.

Ratajkowski and Kardashian have both worn coveted camouflage pairs by The Attico, and Rihanna has an equally as fabulous Celine pair. The queens of street style proved that the print can be worn so many different ways, from elevating a basic cropped T-shirt to partnering with statement fall coats.

15 Cargo Pants for Women Inspired by Hailey Bieber Emily Ratajkowski and More Celebs

Beyond the traditional camouflage-printed cargo, the heavily-pocketed pant has gotten major makeovers from several designers. Bottega Veneta recently debuted a pair on the runway with long and dramatic (in the best way) zips. Of course, Bieber, who always stays ahead of the fashion curve, has already worn the cool utilitarian trousers. And Tom Ford completely erased all notions that cargo pants must be made of stiff, rigid fabrics, designing a fluid metallic pair that’s available in jewel tones.

Up until recently, the pant was associated with wacky tourist dressing or the polarizing aesthetic of the noughties. But in 2022, cargo pants for women feel much more like a modern wardrobe staple that can be worn running errands or for taking a cool-relaxed approach to dressier occasions. Whether you’re a minimalist in the market for a sleek black pair to keep in rotation throughout the fall or a trendsetter who wants to make a statement in Collina Strada’s fantastical puffy pocket creations, there are 15 options to shop and fall in love with ahead.

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Dries Van Noten cotton-canvas wide-leg cargo pants

With an elasticated waist and a tie fastening, you’ll be able to adjust Dries Van Noten’s cotton-soft, runway-worthy cargo pants to get the perfect fit.

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Bottega Veneta triangular-buckle high-rise cotton cargo trousers

You can get away with wearing this pair—dare I say it—to the office. Bottega Veneta put a sophisticated twist on the utilitarian pants with a tailored design that mimics pleated tailored trousers.

$1,550

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Off-White belted cotton-blend twill tapered cargo pants

Khakis have never looked cooler, thanks to the billowing wide-leg silhouette and tassels that trim the hem of this expertly crafted Off-White pair.

$1,000

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Collina Strada Garden cargo pants

Count on Collina Strada to think beyond olive and khaki and dream up a majestical soft blue pair of cargo pants made right here in the United States.

$425

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Etro high-waisted cotton cargo pants

Etro is known for creating beautiful bohemian-inspired prints, but those playful motifs need a few neutrals to create balance. That’s where this sleek pair of cargo pants comes in with oversized pockets and a straight-leg silhouette.

$1,115

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Ganni contrast cargo pants

Channel the cool-girl ease of Copenhagen’s fashion set with Ganni’s whipstitched cargos. Zoom in, and you’ll notice a frilly peplum detail along the waist and drawstring cuffs at the hem.

$295

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The Attico Lunghi wide-leg cargo pants

Cult-favorite brand The Attico dominates the cargo pant game with its quick-to-sell-out styles. Move fast, and you’ll get a chance to own the coveted Lunghi design, which features a lengthy, high-waist design that puddles to the floor.

$1,250

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Zara satin effect cargo pants

Here’s your chance to test out a silky, dressier version of cargo pants. Who says the cargo pant can’t be worn on nights out?

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Simone Rocha cropped belted cargo pants

Slowly transition from shorts to pants, with Simone Rocha’s perfect in-between length cropped cargos made from 100% cotton.

$995

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Madewell petite Griff tapered Fatigue cargo pants

If you’re still easing your way into the baggy trend, start here with Madewell’s cargo that offers a relaxed fit around the hips and tapers at the ankles.

$88

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Reese Cooper Two Steps Forward cargo pants

Love the borrowed-from-the-boys-look? Turn to Reese Cooper, who originally started out in menswear. The label’s classic olive cargos receive a modern makeover with a green etched print.

$628

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Staud Easton cargo jeans

Hit refresh on your favorite jeans with a pocket-covered design from Los Angeles-based brand Staud.

$295

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Burberry Amelia detachable strap cargo jeans

Ricardo Tisci continues to bring a fresh, invigorating perspective to Burberry. This time, with denim cargos anchored with removable straps.

$1,290

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Dickies stretch duck double front carpenter pant

Dive head first into the utility pants moment with tried-and-true carpenter pants from Dickies. You might have noticed Bella Hadid and other models wearing the functional label.

$60

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Celine cotton cargo pants

Invest in a timeless camouflage pair expertly crafted in Paris by Celine.

$940

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