It’s Official: Capris Are Trendy Again—And These Are the Styles Our Editors Are Wearing (2024)

It’s finally happening: Capri pants are back in the cultural conversation, and these are the best capri pants worth knowing about.

Like other controversial bottoms of the recent past—low-rise denim, cargo pants, skinny jeans—they’ve spent a moment in fashion jail. But thanks to some A-list endorsem*nts and a few standout runway shows, the pants trend is on the precipice of another golden age that could rival their ’60s, ’80s, and ’00s heydays. (The 20-year trend cycle wins again.)

The style establishment is firmly pro-capri-pants right now. The Hadids, Bella and Gigi, have both recently stepped out in capris; the former chose black leggings, the latter stonewashed denim. Kendall Jenner is on board, too, sporting Alo’s ’90s-inspired cropped leggings, which you can buy below. And pedal pushers appeared on some of spring’s most exciting runways, including Tory Burch, Sandy Liang, and Mirror Palais. It’s really happening, and we’re not mad about it.

How to style capri pants

“But Glamour,” you say, “didn’t we, as a society, decide that capris are too hard to style well?” We’ll give you that one—they’ve been out of commission for a minute because they’re hard to style right. But it can be done! The easiest way in is with a pair of slim black leggings or trousers; Emily Ratajkowski paired hers with an oversized blazer and sandals, while Bella Hadid went with a matching jacket and heels.

Style capri jeans as you would any other pair for a slightly dressy occasion; we love Gigi Hadid’s tank top and ballet flats situation, and we also suggest a white button-down and slingback heels. (Sneakers aren’t quite right here, so go with loafers, boots, or any of the styles mentioned above instead.) Wider capris, also known as culottes or gauchos, look great with slouchy sweaters, tight-fitting T-shirts, or trim blazers. The most important part of any great capri pants look, though, is confidence—wear them with the (rightful) attitude that you’re cool and ahead of the curve.

Best capri leggings

Again, leggings are the safest way to give this trend a go, since you probably already own a few cropped pairs anyway. Kendall Jenner just wore this Alo pair with a matching sports bra, making it ridiculously easy to recreate the look at home. Sandy Liang’s option comes with a built-in miniskirt, and we’re shocked it’s still in stock, given it’s one of the runway pieces that kicked off this whole trend. Elsewhere, cropped Amazon and Lululemon leggings are just as cute; try them with an oversized hoodie and sporty sneakers.

Best capri trousers

If you’re taking the trend to the office or a nice brunch, you’ll need a slightly dressier pick. J.Crew’s wide-leg option is cropped just enough to enter capri territory, making it a great entry-level find. Tighter gems from Anthropologie, Zara, and Mango hew more toward classic pedal pushers—they could almost pass for perfect vintage-store finds. Try almond-toe ballet flats, simple walking sandals, or comfortable heels to keep your outfit feeling elevated.

Best capri jeans

Long, loose jorts are going to be everywhere this summer, and you can get in on the look with roomy capri jeans. If you prefer the skinnier styles of the aughts, you’ll still find plenty of options. (The white pair would look incredible with a button-down and black flats.) As with capri trousers, stay away from sneakers in favor of dressier footwear like fisherman sandals and strappy heels; the high-low contrast feels now.

Best relaxed capris

Culottes are especially well-suited to warm weather, offering you plenty of airflow and a silhouette that feels very OOO. H&M and Old Navy both offer pairs that would look great with clogs, mesh ballet flats, or slim sneakers. And if you’re really in the mood for a Y2K moment, capri joggers are also back in the mix; wear them with your finest tank and cushy active sneakers the next time you’re off to the gym.

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