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If You’re Done With Hard Pants Forever, These 20 Pairs Of Soft Pants Will Speak To You
Even when you’re not, you’ll be sitting on your couch ~in spirit~.
by Margaret Blatz
There’s little worse than being wrapped up on the couch, in your favorite comfortable clothes, and knowing (really, dreading) that you have to go out soon. Whether it be for work, fun, or just to take care of some errands, we all have to leave our houses sometimes. But you can make your outdoor trek just a bit lighter on your soul (and your legs) with a pair of super comfortable pants under $40. (And in the year 2022, “comfort” can be achieved without relying on just your go-to black leggings.) From the most relaxed sweatpants to full-on trousers, you can take the cozy with you wherever you go.
Back in college, I was the queen of tiny dresses — no tights, no coat — all through winter. That’s absolutely not the case anymore. Gone are my days of freezing, squeezing, and being in even the slightest amount of discomfort. Luckily, that hasn’t bound me to a life of sweatsuits or leggings and nothing else. There are so many different fabrics, silhouettes, and styles you can utilize to look ready for anything while still being super comfortable. You’ll easily fool everyone (including your boss) into thinking you love leaving your couch because you look so well dressed.
How To Shop For Comfortable Pants
Just because you love them, however, doesn’t mean they’re the easiest things to shop for. To find your perfect pair of comfy slacks, there are three key components:
- “Ultra-comfortable pants begin with the feeling of the material,” Christina Jaide, one of the founders of JLUXLABEL, tells Elite Daily. “How soft is the touch?”
- Jaide’s second piece of advice is to “look out for the small details. Ensure the bottoms come with an elastic waistband for added stretch and flexible comfort.”
- The final piece of the puzzle, according to Jaide: “Versatility is essential as we shop for garments that can be worn in different ways with many styles.” After all, if you can only wear your comfy pants to the couch, you’re not getting all the use out of them that you deserve.
But, if you’re out of reality and in the digital realm, you can’t exactly feel the fabrics or test the stretch of the waistband. Jaide’s got you covered there, too. “When shopping online, check for product details,” she says. “The product description will help you determine how the pants fit based on measurements. Look for soft, durable, and breathable materials.”
To help you on your comfy-pants journey, here’s a carefully curated list of 20 soft trousers you can take from your couch to the ~real world~.
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Goodbye forever, hard pants.
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Christina Jaide, one of the founders of JLUXLABEL