There’s no denying that comfy-chic trends reign supreme at the moment. Just look at the rise in popularity of sneaker-and-denim outfits. There’s one particular pants trend that is bubbling up for 2026 that has fashion people pressing pause on their favorite leggings and jeans throughout the week: relaxed pants. This includes a variety of slouchier styles that can easily be dressed up or down in fabrics like silk, satin, ribbed cotton, cashmere, and more.
To get you inspired on how to pull off the relaxed pants trend for 2026, I rounded up five incredibly chic outfit ideas from style influencers around the globe, including Paris, London, and NYC. Whether you are looking for a more elevated look or something comfortable yet stylish to travel or run errands in, these ensembles have you covered. Keep scrolling to peruse and shop each outfit, then check out some more standout relaxed pants picks.
Outfit #1
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Levi’s
Water Resistant Short Cotton Trench Coat
TOTEME
T-Lock Leather Clutch
Outfit #2
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Andrew Marc
Jupiter Wool Blend Balmacaan
BOSS
Elavu Turtleneck Top
Reformation
Gale Satin Mid Rise Bias Pant
Call It Spring By Aldo
Darlingg Slingback Pump
Outfit #3
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Casa Clara
Lou Beaded Necklace
DRAGON DIFFUSION
Bamboo Triple Jump Small Woven Leather Tote
DO by Dee Ocleppo
Alora Knit Pants
Massimo Dutti
Soft Leather Loafers With Gathered Detail
Outfit #4
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L’Academie
By Marianna Ronny Turtleneck Sweater
H&M
Strap-Detail Tote Bag
J.Crew
Cosmo Pant in Luster Charmeuse
Tony Bianco
Cherish Penny Loafer
Outfit #5
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Guizio
Classic Trench Coat
MANGO
Suede Buckle Bucket Bag
Madewell
Perfect Crewneck T-Shirt
Splendid
Hannah Sweater Pants
Kenneth Cole
Birdie Woven Leather Pump
Shop More Chic Relaxed Pant Styles
ZARA
Elastic Waist Wide Leg Pants
H&M
Wide-Leg Rib-Knit Pants
Chinti & Parker
Wool Cashmere Wide Leg Track Pants
ZARA
Wide Leg Fleece Pants
H&M
Embroidered Satin Pants
Splendid X @cellajaneblog
Seam Pants
ZARA
Soft Touch Palazzo Pants
H&M
Pointelle Pajama Pants
Eileen Fisher
Organic Cotton Blend Ankle Wide Leg Drawstring Pants
ZARA
Flare Pants With Vents Zw Collection
H&M
Satin Pants With Layered Skirt
Splendid X @cellajaneblog
Bouclé Sweat Pants
ZARA
Elastic Waist Wide Leg Pants
H&M
Wide-Cut Pull-On Pants