Best work pants on Reddit
398 reviews from r/AusFemaleFashion, r/HVAC, r/BuyItForLife and 45 more subreddits
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#1
Duluth
4.4
(37)
"You don’t realize how much the 'crotch gusset' makes them more comfortable until you wear them."
"The firehose ones are my favorite."
"Duluth all the way."
"Duluth Fire Hose Flex relaxed fit carpenter style."
"They're the best."
"Amazingly stretchy and comfortable."
"Duluth firehose with built in knee pads"
"Best decision ever."
"Duluth firehose pants. Best decision ever."
"Duluth all day. Ive worn them all, carhartt suck, wranglers lose their button after a couple months."
#2
Carhartt
4.5
(28)
"Saves your knees big time."
"Best work pants ever."
"Having a big pocket on your chest is so damn nice."
"Or Duluth."
"Carhartt or FXD"
"Very durable and clean up well in machine wash."
"Carhart pants! They are indestructible and are made for women."
"Carhartt."
"Carhartt has some great pants for work and many sizes."
"Carhartt overalls last me 2 years and as a 41yr old doing this shit for over 22 years the knee pads I put in are a game changer"
#3
Wrangler
4.2
(26)
"I ended at the $30 walmart ATG Wrangler Pants."
"Three pairs of the wranglers will last the same time as $90 pants and possibly longer."
"Wrangler has an outdoor cargo style of work pants and they are around $30."
"I buy my own, Wrangler Riggs are my favorite pants, and the classic Red Kap uniform shirt."
"Wrangler Riggs"
"Riggs by Wrangler."
"Wrangler ATG are good."
"Loose fit, lots of room, big pockets. About $40. Rugged, but they don't scream tactical."
"Wrangler makes 30x40, hopefully you can find your size."
"They're pretty good and hard wearing too."
#5
Dickies
4.0
(22)
"I highly recommend those vs the one they make for men!"
"They survive everything, have 5 functional pockets, and aren't terribly uncomfortable."
"I wear these pants from Dickies. Best pants I’ve ever gotten."
"Dickies got first place on the crotch tear test but Wrangler Riggs Carpenter won 1st place overall."
"They’re comfortable and I’ve had them for 2 years now"
"Dickies work pants"
"Dickies work pants."
"Dickies work pants"
"They are stretchy and comfy with lots of pockets."
"If you want new pants dickies are my go to."
#6
Aritzia
4.7
(16)
"If you want a more wide leg style Aritzia effortless pants are my go to."
"Limitless and lodge pants for sure."
"The weekender pants. I'm also so shook they're back."
"I have limitless love them. Effortless, agency pants."
"Effortless trouser from Aritzia. I’m 5’4, size 12 and they fit like a dream."
"Aritzia has several styles!"
"I really like my aritzia “the effortless pants”!!! It’s cute with anything and dresses up all my outfits."
"I really like my aritzia “the effortless pants”!!! It’s cute with anything and dresses up all my outfits."
"EFFORTLESS!! They just came out with “shorter” length."
"Weekender pants!!! Super comfy and you can dress up or down."
#7
Truewerk
4.7
(15)
"Well worth the price imo."
"Truewerk pants are so comfortable and durable."
"I have a couple pairs of truwerks. love em."
"My first pair are still going strong after 3 years."
"Truewerk."
"Makes great gear for the trades."
"I really like truewerk brand pants! They are quick dry, tough, stretchy, and have real pockets."
"Truewerk pants are even better."
"110% truewerk t2."
"The stretch is unmatched in any workpant."
#8
5.11
4.3
(13)
"[5.11 Stryke pants] are my go to."
"[5.11 Stryke pants] are my go to."
"They're my go to."
"I have been beyond impressed with 5.11 pants."
"Try 5.11 stryke pants and first tactical."
"Have you tried 5.11? They are tactile but I find them easy to do manual work in."
"Kitanica or if on a budget 5.11."
"Hold up pretty well and have a bunch of handy pockets."
"Last at least 5-7 years for me."
"I've been using 5.11 style pants for about the last 8 years."
#9
Duluth Trading
4.7
(12)
"The only pants I ever wear. Duluth Trading Fire Hose Cargo Relaxed Fit Pants."
"The only pants I ever wear. Duluth Trading Fire Hose Cargo Relaxed Fit Pants."
"I like Duluth Trading, especially the dry on the fly."
"Had em for years now, knees dont wear through."
"Needless to say, it's all I will buy from now on."
"Duluth Trading. Comfort, fit, and absolute workhorse fabric."
"Not Dickies, but you might like Duluth Trading."
"These are my go-to."
"Duluth Trading."
#10
Snickers
4.6
(11)
"Expensive, but very high quality."
"Snickers make the best work pants/shorts."
"Snickers make the best work pants/shorts."
"Iv been wearing Snickers since I started my trade 25 years ago."
"I'll always swear by Snickers."
"Snickers!"
"Really enjoying my snicker work pants."
"They’re kinda spendy but worth it imo."
"Snickers out of the UK. Expensive but several years and going strong."
"The list never really ends, but the price is always going up."
#11
Uniqlo
4.6
(10)
"My work and casual clothes are mostly uniqlo. Great cuts."
"For work as fellow shorty with meno tum I recommend Uniqlo smart ankle pants."
"Uniqlo smart ankle pants!"
"Uniqlo!! I have the same issue with small waist big butt and these fit me like a glove."
"Uniqlo wide leg pants are amazing."
"The pleat pants from Uniqlo are a staple for me."
"Uniqlo smart ankle pants!"
"Uniqlo may also be an option for you."
"Uniqlo ankle pants are affordable, stretchy, and comes in an awesome range of colours."
"Super comfy."
#12
Target
4.1
(10)
"Target wide leg preview pants. They're super flattering, a decent thick material, and only 50 bucks!!"
"Target."
"Target has some good basics."
"I have some I like from Target."
"I like target’s dress pants."
"Buying whatever I want and then getting the pants tailored for length. Target and Country Road have been my go-tos this year."
"Target have lots of options in a wide range of sizes."
"I’ve always found Target pants good for a pear shape."
"I love Target workwear! It’s affordable and well-made."
"Try target. I got mine there, and they are cheep."
#13
Blaklader
4.4
(9)
"I’ve got one pair that’s five years old and going strong."
"I now own 5 pairs of blaklader, the oldest is 4.5 years old."
"So many pockets and you can slide knee pads in and out."
"Durable material."
"Blaklader - Swedish 🇸🇪"
"Blaklader. Stretchy bit in the crotch is very comfortable. Ripstop, very durable."
"The list never really ends, but the price is always going up."
"Has anyone tried blaklader pants?"
"Pants last me like 2 years, sometimes more."
#14
Halara
4.6
(8)
"They are wonderful, they keep their shape despite amazing stretch."
"Halara don't sleep on it. best, comfiest work pants ever."
"I tried Halara’s slacks recently and they’re so cozy I’m in love."
"I’m obsessed with the Halara wide leg pants that are TikTok viral."
"Halara."
"Halara has some really comfy work pants."
"I have some Halara pants I love, but they tend to run short."
"I also put on weight during Covid and I wear Sussan pants to work."
#15
Red Kap
4.3
(8)
"Check out redkap mens performance shop pants."
"Red Kap and Dickies all day."
"I got several pairs of big & tall pants by them on Amazon."
"I have several sets of Red Kap pants and shirts that have survived 7 years."
"They are pretty cheap and good."
"Https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00O4WC8A0?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share"
"They last a good long while too."
"Red Kap."
#16
Kuhl
4.7
(6)
"Kuhl or Fjallraven would be my recs!"
"Everything I’ve bought from them is quality."
"Kuhl pants year round."
"I love Kuhl and Freefly pants."
"Kuhl has very well built pants."
"Kuhl or truewerk."
#17
Dovetail Workwear
5.0
(5)
"Dovetail workwear! They’re a women’s work pants company."
"Super tough, reinforced knees, and lots of pockets."
"Dovetail workwear!!!!!"
"100% dovetail workwear."
"100% recommend Dovetail Workwear. I’m a size ten but have hips and thighs, they size their pants like men’s."
#18
Roundhouse
4.4
(5)
"Roundhouse bibs."
"They're made here, and they can take a beating."
"Roundhouse works the best for me."
"Round house bibs."
"Roundhouse"
#19
Athleta
4.2
(5)
"I love the endless high rise pant from Athleta!"
"Athleta has some nice work appropriate pants with a soft waistband."
"Maybe check out Athleta! I like the Delancey straight."
"Athleta and Lululemon both make really nice looking trousers!"
"I had good luck with Athleta Endless pants."
#20
Universal Standard
5.0
(4)
"Universal Standard ponte pants are comfortable, flattering, and last forever."
"Universal Standard ponte pants are comfortable, flattering, and last forever."
"Universal Standard has really good ponte pants for work."
"Universal Standard has really good ponte pants for work."
#21
Fjallraven
4.8
(4)
"Fjallraven has lifetime free repairs."
"The most comfortable and durable pants I have ever found."
"My Fjalraven’s have held up pretty good."
#22
Duluth Trading Company
4.8
(4)
"I like Duluth trading company too."
"Extremely high quality."
"Https://www.duluthtrading.com/s/DTC/mens-duluthflex-fire-hose-ultimate-relaxed-fit-cargo-pants-71703.html?color=BRN"
#23
Prana
4.5
(4)
"They fit good and dry in like 2 minutes if you ever get wet."
"Pretty high entry price, but worth it in quality."
"They are made with thin, stretchy fabric so they offer a ton of range of motion."
"Have you tried prana?"
#24
Ariat
4.3
(4)
"They rarely tear."
"I like Ariat."
"Ariat. As much as I hate them. Their pants have outlasted all other brands ime"
#25
Everlane
4.3
(4)
"I’ve always had the best luck with Everlane pants."
"Everlane. Two leg lengths, huge size range."
"Everlane easy pant and Lululemon Luxtreme pants"
"I mostly wear pants from Everlane and many styles have fit well."
#26
Madewell
4.3
(4)
"I've had luck with these Madewell trousers. They are wildly comfortable."
"I wear black curvy Madewell jeans"
"Madewell curvy. Everlane. spanx."
"You're gonna spend more than 100$ but you'll get what you're looking for."
#27
5.11 Tactical
4.0
(4)
"Cargo pockets, form fitting, and decent quality."
"5.11 tactical has some very nice more form fitting options."
"Try the brand 5.11, can be found at tactical solutions."
"Worked pretty good for me when I was doing factory work."
#28
Cue
4.0
(4)
"Both my favourite summer work pants are from Cue."
"Cuts are generally flattering, yes it is made of poly BUT for me, the ease of throwing it in the washing machine on gentle wash and may require a light steam (so definitely no ironing required) fits the bill."
"I've had luck with Cue and portmans pants."
"Id say cue however if you want white pants."
#29
Costco
4.0
(4)
"If you have access to a Costco they have many affordable work pants."
"Check out Costco"
"I buy pants at Costco for 20 dollars and they last great."
"Go to Costco and buy a bunch of cheap pants for $14.99"
#30
ASOS
3.5
(4)
"ASOS has good options"
"I look at the tall section on ASOS I love that they make taller fits."
"ASOS, will not be good quality."
"ASOS."
#31
Anthropologie
4.7
(3)
"Anthropologie has great pants for curvy figures and lots of business casual styles!!"
"Anthropologie Maeve Colette pant, my holy grail!"
"They’re pricey but the Colette pants from Anthropologie are amazing."
#32
Commonry
4.7
(3)
"Try Commonry! They have a great sale section."
"Commonry have great work pants! I am loving the Refined Stretch Trouser - looks smart, super easy to wash & dry at home, and very comfortable."
"I really rate the work trousers from Commonry. They are well cut, mostly natural fibres, size inclusive."
#33
Good American
4.7
(3)
"I am curvy size 10-12 and had great luck with good American trousers!"
"Pants fit like a glove!"
"I like Good American pants!"
#34
BetaBrand
4.7
(3)
"I love love my beta brand pants. 7 pocket and regular. Live in them!"
"All of my work pants are Betabrand. Thicker material, lots of fit and color options."
"I like BetaBrand though they can run tight so make sure to size up."
#35
1620 Workwear
4.7
(3)
"They’re tough and they’ll repair them if you fuck them up."
"1620 workwear are pretty indestructible with a gusseted crotch and really durable cordura stretch fabric."
"1620 Workwear!"
#36
Dovetail
4.7
(3)
"I wear Dovetail and love them."
"100% dovetail workwear"
"Dovetail has really worked out for me in the brewing industry."
#37
Duluth Trading Co.
4.7
(3)
"The only brand I buy for tough jobs."
"Absolutely Duluth Trading Co. They are pricey but have frequent sales and are worth it even at full price."
"They are pretty good. The only problem is after a while they get an orange tint to them."
#38
Caterpillar
4.7
(3)
"Absolute game changer work short."
"Been happy with my caterpillar pants I bought from costco around a year ago."
"These brands make thicker types of work pants that will be much more durable than jeans."
#39
Loft
4.7
(3)
"Loft curvy fit is a lifesaver."
"As a short, curvy gal, I want to suggest Loft."
"Loft - they have lots of sales."
#40
Forever New
4.7
(3)
"I just recently bought a pair of wide leg pants from Forever New - size 12, sailor style."
"I bought some fantastic work pants from forever new that practically skim the floor! I wear them at least 3 times a week... and they are still holding strong."
"Have to second Forever New, stocked at Myer and mid price range"
#41
TruWerk
4.3
(3)
"Truwerk all day son."
"Reasonably priced, comfortable, and they last."
"Im wanting to try out the truwerk stuff next time I need pants."
#42
Kuwaii
4.3
(3)
"They’re expensive but Kuwaii Arcadia pants are magic."
"Kuwaii has some fantastic pants."
"Kawaii are my go to are the tailored and the Willow."
#43
Sportscraft
4.3
(3)
"Sportscraft are super good quality with classic tailoring so are more forgiving through the butt and thigh area"
"Sportscraft make great pants suitable for the office."
"Most of mine are from Sportscraft, their ponte and stretch cotton fabrics work in the washing machine and without ironing for me."
#44
Kühl
4.0
(3)
"Kuhl."
"It’s all stretchy, breathable, and lasts a fuckin long time."
"Some very very durable and well-built pants that also look nice."
#45
Hard Yakka
4.0
(3)
"Try 'hard Yakka' - they do women’s styles."
"Do women’s pants."
"Hard yakka raptors. Bit more pricey but have elastic waist."
#46
Lululemon
4.0
(3)
"Believe it or not… Lulu lemon! Don’t mock it until you try it!"
"Think that would survive"
"That have options that are comfy but look smart for the office"
#47
Cat
4.0
(3)
"They’re stretchy and durable and lots of pockets."
"I think cat just came out with a pair of pants with all the tool loops and the pockets fold out to be used as an exterior pouch."
#48
Spanx
5.0
(2)
"Spanx Perfect Pants. They smooth without compression and are very flattering."
"Spanx has amazing work pants"
#49
Hawke
5.0
(2)
"Hawke workwear hands down."
"Hawke; Neo Prime Cuff 3’s. You won’t look back."
#50
Snickers Workwear
5.0
(2)
"Over a year and still look brand new."
"Best work pants ever!"
#51
Eleven
4.5
(2)
"Elevens my guy! Great durability and pocket combos."
"Eleven are tough and comfy."
#52
Zara
4.5
(2)
"Zara have great workwear"
"Zara and asos tall."
#53
Jacqui E
4.5
(2)
"I found fantastic works pants at jacqui E."
"Jacqui e for a less pricey option, classic tailoring and priced well"
#54
Danii Minogue
4.5
(2)
"Danii Minogue are the only ones that have a short enough leg for me."
"I like Danii Minogue. Fits me well."
#55
Ridgecut
4.5
(2)
"Super comfortable and hold up really well."
"Tractor Supply Ridgecut pants are their attempt to compete with Carhartt."
#56
Patagonia
4.5
(2)
"Best by far have been Patagonia."
"Makes some nice workwear pants and have a lifetime guarantee."
#57
Sussan
4.5
(2)
"I recently got a pair of black pants from Sussan with one of those sewn in iron lines."
"I wear Sussan pants to work."
#58
The Fated
4.0
(2)
"They work for me for some reason!! They actually hit where they’re supposed to rather than looking cropped"
"They are quite long. I’m 6ft and always struggle with getting long pants."
#59
Veronika Maine
4.0
(2)
"I just bought a couple from Veronika Maine. Not cheap but great cuts"
"High waist wide leg in linen or similar."
#60
LA Police Gear
4.0
(2)
"LA Police Gear also have their own line of pants and they stock 5.11 and other brands."
"They are made for mobility, extremely stain resistant."
#61
CAT
4.0
(2)
"The CAT ones i bought a couple months ago are holding up well im low voltage though so YMMV"
"Great. I wear them till it’s too hot."
#62
Forcast
4.0
(2)
"Forcast!"
"Forcast brand for work pants."
#63
Levi's
3.5
(2)
"I go to Kohls and get either Levi's or the Amanda by Gloria Vanderbilt. Both hold up well."
"I go as cheap as possible."
#64
Urban Star
3.5
(2)
"Good amount of stretch to them."
"Sure they dont last as long but I can get 5-6 pairs for the price of one pair of carhartts."
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