Washable Workwear Wednesday: Belted Wide-Leg Pant
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Like a lot of people, I am not ready to give up my elastic pants yet. This office-friendly, yet comfortable pant from Ann Taylor means I don’t have to!
These wide-leg, paperbag pants look comfortable enough to lounge around in. At the same time, the coordinating belt, front pleats, and side pockets keep things professional.
Since it’s summer, I’d go all out and choose the “Deep Sea Coral” option, but the “Cappuccino Tan” is also a lovely, neutral option that’ll transition into fall. I like the idea of pairing these pants with a matching top for a set, but they would also look great with a white blouse or sleeveless shell.
These pants are $119 (but since it’s Ann Taylor, be on the lookout for frequent sales). They’re available in sizes XXS–XXL in regular, petite (lucky sizes only), and tall.
Target’s A New Day line has an option in sizes 1X–4X.
Looking for other washable workwear? See all of our recent recommendations for washable clothes for work, or check out our roundup of the best brands for washable workwear.
Sales of note for 9.10.24
(See all of the latest workwear sales at Corporette!)
- Ann Taylor – 30% off your purchase
- Banana Republic Factory – Up to 50% off everything + extra 20% off
- Boden – 15% off new styles
- Eloquii – $29 and up select styles; up to 50% off everything else
- J.Crew – Up to 50% off wear-to-work styles; extra 30% off sale styles
- J.Crew Factory – 40-60% off everything; extra 60% off clearance
- Lands’ End – 30% off full-price styles
- Loft – Extra 40% off sale styles
- Talbots – BOGO 50% everything, includes markdowns
- Target – Car-seat trade-in event through 9/28 — bring in an old car seat to get a 20% discount on other baby/toddler stuff.
- Zappos – 26,000+ women’s sale items! (check out these reader-favorite workwear brands on sale, and some of our favorite kids’ shoe brands on sale)
Kid/Family Sales
- Carter’s – Birthday sale, 40-50% off & extra 20% off select styles
- Hanna Andersson – Up to 50% off all baby; up to 40% off all Halloween
- J.Crew Crewcuts – Extra 30% off sale styles
- Old Navy – 40% off everything
- Target – BOGO 25% off select haircare, up to 25% off floor care items; up to 30% off indoor furniture up to 20% off TVs
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