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Shop eight ways to take capri pants out for a spin.
Sex and the City was recently added to Netflix, and unlike many Gen-Zers who are watching the coveted series for the first time, I’m on my fifth (possibly sixth) watch-through. Every time I watch it, I pick up on something new, whether that’s relevant relationship advice or the origins of a now-resurging fashion trend. In the case of this article, it’s the growing popularity of the polarizing cropped-pants trend, capris.
Sarah Jessica Parker, or Carrie Bradshaw in SATC, wore the ankle-bearing style in the show more times than I can count, but celebrities like Kendall Jenner and Bella Hadid are making a case that we need to bring them back—and I’m 100 percent on board with making this the pant style of the summer.
That said, I scoured the internet for the eight best capri pant styles from Madewell, Levi’s, NYDJ, Free People, Alo, and more to pair with T-shirts, tank tops, sneakers, or Manolo Blahniks. Shop them starting at $28, below.
8 Best Capri Pants
- Madewell 90s Capri Jean, $60 (Originally $128); madewell.com
- Tapata Capri Dress Pant, $28 (Originally $33); amazon.com
- Signature by Levi Strauss & Co. Gold Pull-On Capri Pants, $28; amazon.com
- NYDJ Marilyn Cuff-Crop Straight-Leg Jeans, $89; nordstrom.com
- Levi’s 311 Shaping Capri Jeans, $36 (Originally $60); amazon.com
- Free People We The Free Knockout Mid-Rise Crop Jeans, $78; freepeople.com
- Lee Cargo Capri Pant, $37; amazon.com
- Alo High-Waist Airbrush Carpi Pant, $88; aloyoga.com
Alo High-Waist Airbrush Carpi Pant
Buy on Aloyoga.com $88
I know many of us find the idea of capri pants making a comeback a bit jarring, so if you want to ease into the trend, I would recommend a style like Alo’s High-Waist Airbrush Carpi Pant. You can wear them as regular workout pants with a sports bra and sneakers, or try styling them like Hadid or Jenner with a comfy top and a pair of kitten heels or flats.
The cropped leggings come in black and white and sizes XXS to L. They feature a wide waistband that sculpts and smooths, no side seams for a seamless finish, and super stretchy fabric for maximum mobility. The fabric is also soft, moisture-wicking, and breathable, making it great for staying cool and dry during the summer.
Madewell 90s Capri Jean
Buy on Madewell.com $128 $60
Madewell’s 90s Capri Jean is another classic pair you won’t regret buying. It has a classic below-the-knee cut and is available in black and medium-wash denim, and in sizes 23 to 33. It features a button-and-zipper closure, side slits, front welt pockets, super stretchy denim, and a high-rise fit.
Levi's 311 Shaping Capri Jeans
Buy on Amazon $60 $36
I’ve already added the Levi’s 311 Shaping Capri Jeans to my cart because, IMO, you can’t mess up styling any kind of denim. I’d pair them with an off-the-shoulder top and mesh Mary Jane flats or a simple white tank top and a kitten heel. The capris jeans come in 10 washes and sizes 24 to 40 plus, depending on the shade. It’s made from a stretchy cotton-blend fabric and features a mid-rise fit that falls to about mid-calf and a classic button and zipper closure for easy on and off.
Shop more comfy capri pant styles, below.
NYDJ Marilyn Cuff-Crop Straight-Leg Jeans
Buy on Nordstrom $89
Free People We The Free Knockout Mid-Rise Crop Jeans
Buy on Freepeople.com $78
Lee Cargo Capri Pant
Buy on Amazon $37