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It’s a Tuesday morning and you open your closet to pick your OOTD. You stare down the usual suspects: jeans, slacks, a collection of seasonal maxi dresses, and going-out tops that have never seen the light of day. What if I told you there’s another way to get dressed instead of rotating between the same office-appropriate basics day after day? What if I told you that the key to changing the potential of your entire wardrobe lies within one item? Well, I have two words for you: fun pants. Fun pants for women are a game-changing wardrobe option that can take any outfit from boring to brilliant.
Fun, of course, is subjective which means you may need to do a little bit of soul searching to find your own pair of fun pants. Your pair of fun pants could be rooted in comfort which would make a colorful pair of lightweight linen trousers a great option for you. Or, you might define fun through statement pieces. In that case, have you added a pair of sequin pants to your wardrobe?
Fun pants may honestly seem somewhat intimidating at first because they don’t fall into the traditional categories of denim and slacks. That’s the point! Fun pants are meant to be styled as more of an accessory than a basic.
For example, you can take a very simple outfit made up of a white button-down, loafers, and everyday gold jewelry and completely change the vibe with fun pants. This outfit formula can be transformed with a pair of sparkly, striped, linen, or cargo fun pants. Each pair will create an entirely new aesthetic and help expand the potential of your closet.
Ready to join the fun? Keep reading for eight pairs of fun pants to consider below.
I didn’t know that I needed painter pants until I saw this pair on Free People’s site. They’re the perfect combination of cool and casual. The colored “paint spots” give it a carefree edge while the belt elevates the look. This pair also comes in a darker color combo.
Something about a striped pair of pants feels so Parisian-chic. These would be so cute with an oversized chunky knit sweater in the fall. Or, if you’re feeling adventurous, pair it with a blue and white striped t-shirt for some stripe-on-stripe action.
Parachute pants were a big trend from the last year and they’re not going anywhere anytime soon. I love the look of these high-waisted pants from Target. They are available in three fun colors and in sizes XXS-3X.
Do you know what makes a pair of pants extra fun? Comfort. This pair of red linen pants bring color and comfort to any outfit. They have an adjustable drawstring waist so you can choose to wear them high or low-waisted. They also come in four bright color options.
Striped sweaters are a great closet staple for fall but the same can apply with a pair of striped pants. Wear this pair with a simple white T-shirt and Adidas Sambas for a cool, sporty look.
Sometimes you just need a little sparkle—or in this case, a lot of sparkle. These sequin pants will get you so many compliments for a night on the town. Go for a monochromatic look and pair these with another shade of blue whether that’s blue shoes, a top, or a bag.
Here comes the sun! These printed linen pants from Mango were designed in partnership with Simon Miller (which basically has “fun” in its brand DNA). Wear these with a bikini, a linen button-down, or a sparkly knit top for a summer vibe.
Metallic jeans are the greatest going-out pants. They go with all of the same outfits that a regular pair of jeans would go with but they add a side of dynamic shine. This pair from Reformation could also be worn during the day with a white button-down for a more casual look.
