Washable Workwear Wednesday: Uma Trousers

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A pair of brown pants with small pleats

Pleated skirts are a staple, but if you’re more of a pants person like me, perhaps you’d prefer these flowy, pleated trousers. 

These comfy, wide-leg pants have an elastic waistband and side slit pockets. They’re also made from a lightweight, recycled poly blend that can be thrown in the wash. For some contrasting texture, pair with your favorite nubby sweater-jacket for a comfortable, commuter-friendly look. 

Samsøe Samsøe’s Uma Trousers are $185 and come in sizes XXS-XL. They’re available in seven rich colors. 

P.S. Happy Diwali to those who celebrate!  

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 2/14/25 (Happy Valentine’s Day!):

(See all of the latest workwear sales at Corporette!)

  • Nordstrom – Winter Sale, up to 60% off! 7850 new markdowns for women
  • Ann Taylor – Up to 40% off your full-price purchase — and extra 60% off sale
  • Banana Republic Factory – 50% off everything + 15% off (readers love their suiting as well as their silky shirts like this one)
  • Boden – 15% off new season styles
  • Eloquii – 300+ styles $25 and up
  • J.Crew – 40% of your purchase – prices as marked
  • J.Crew Factory – 50% off entire site and storewide + extra 50% off clearance
  • Rothy’s – Final Few: Up to 40% off last-chance styles
  • Spanx – Lots of workwear on sale, some up to 70% off
  • Talbots – Flash sale ending soon – markdowns starting from $15, extra 70% off all other markdowns (final sale)
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