Top 10 Black Work Pants

WHY YOU NEED IT

Thanks to the flattering high-rise silhouette, these trousers boast the perfect combination of comfort and polish. They're also made with ponte knit, so they have plenty of stretch and an ultra-soft feel ideal for both work and the weekend.

STYLE WITH

Tuck in a square-neck blouse and add nude sandals for an easy work look.

WHAT TO KNOW
Old Navy's Pixie Flare Pants have a lot going for them. For starters, the soft-brushed twill and clever Secret-Smooth Pockets make them insanely flattering. Plus, they're made with special technology that keeps them from fading. Not bad for $45.

ADDITIONAL THINGS TO KNOW
These flared pants are available in regular, tall, and petite sizes up to a 30.

WHAT TO KNOW
Curve-hugging pants that are work appropriate? Yes, please. The Simone Slim Ankle Pants from Rag & Bone pair a high-rise waistline with skinny pant legs for a style that rivals the comfort level of your favorite leggings.

USER REVIEW
Apparently, these skinny work pants are down to hang outside of the office: “​​Just got back from a two-week trip to Europe. These were the pants I wanted to wear every day. They hold their shape and look just as fresh at the end of the day.”

WHAT TO KNOW
If the look you’re going for is “smart casual,” Uniqlo has your lower half covered. Their Smart Ankle Work Pants combine a stretchy, elastic waistband with a roomy fit in the leg for a silhouette that’s both relaxed and proper.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS
The combination of subtle pleats and a mid-rise waistband makes these pants perfect for tucking a shirt into. Try pairing them with a white tank top and a blazer for a classic, work-appropriate ensemble.

WHAT TO KNOW
Sometimes you just need a little flare, and luckily, the Ultra-Stretch Ponte Bootcut Pants are there for you on such occasions. Described as the offspring of yoga pants and dress pants, this style is definitely in the running for the title of most comfortable women's dress pants.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS
There’s more to love about Quince’s best-selling ponte pants because they’re wrinkle-resistant, made with four-way stretch, and even have belt loops.

WHAT TO KNOW
If you're looking for an affordable black pant for work, you can't go wrong with these. Just $36 and available on Amazon, reviewers rave that they're just as comfortable as leggings but look so sharp.

ADDITIONAL THINGS TO KNOW
These pants are available in 10 colors and come in long, short, and regular lengths.

WHAT TO KNOW
These pants have chic pleating that disguises an elastic waistband, so they feel as good as they look. The close-fitting fabric is “tailored stretch,” an Italian-made, solar-powered material made to be pill-resistant, quick-drying, and thermo-regulating.

SIZING TIP
These pants fit fairly baggy on their own, so no need to size up.

WHAT TO KNOW
J.Crew has put a lot of thought into making women's work pants comfortable. The Cameron Slim Crop Pants are made from their famous four-season stretch fabric that will hold you in and retain its shape, even after repeat wears.

USER REVIEW
Here’s an insider tip that will help you get the fit of these just right: "Don't size down! I know they feel skin-tight in your regular size, but once you machine wash them in cold water, they magically fit."

WHAT TO KNOW
With over 1,800 5-star reviews, Old Navy’s Pixie Skinny Ankle Pants have certainly earned their spot at the top of our list of the best womens black work pants. The style features a high-rise, contoured waistband, cotton blend fabric with two-way stretch, and a skinny silhouette that can easily carry a variety of outfits.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS
These pants are truly made for everyone. They’re available in regular, petite, and tall sizes from 00 to 30, and they also come in eight different colors.

USER REVIEW

"I am very happy with my Black Slim Pants! They fit beautifully and are comfortable. They are so nice you can wear them for special occasions or just casual wear. I am 78 years old and everything needs a little more support at this time of life and these pants do the trick without feeling like a girdle or such. I am 5'1" and the small petite fit like a glove. HAPPY! HAPPY! HAPPY!"

ADDITIONAL THINGS TO KNOW

This slim-straight pair features a hidden core shaping technology that with a sleek pull-on design for a smooth, polished exterior.