How to Style Khaki Pants Like a Cool Girl This Spring

Learn how to wear khaki pants like a fashion pro and you’ll realize you’ve been getting pants wrong your whole life.

It’s not your fault: The mere mention of khakis probably brings to mind the kind of low-rise chinos you typically see among finance bros and preppy dads. In the past, I described myself as a khaki hater and thought these casual babies could never look cool. But once I started to see beyond all that, I realized they could actually be the backbone of a well-rounded wardrobe. (Okay, fine, maybe not the spine, but at least the femur.)

With the right fit, coloring, and design details, you can walk the fine line between room monitor and TikTok villain. So, what should you look for? It depends on your personal style. Wide-legged styles with high-heeled boots give off a chic, street style vibe. Cargo pants can fit streetwear when worn with a cool hoodie. And tapered pants – well, they can be pretty much anything you want them to be.

Intrigued? I’ve got all the chic outfit ideas and pro styling tips you need to master the art of khaki pants, right away. Read on to find out how to wear khaki pants this spring.

With baby pink

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There’s just something about a blush pink button-down shirt and khaki pants that seems so timeless. The combo works with any pant silhouette, but capri styles will be especially trendy this spring. Give the tried-and-true look an even more modern feel by opting for a pair of cool slingbacks and chunky aviator sunglasses.

With a trench coat and a scarf

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