It’s perfectly acceptable to favor a comfy pair of pants over shorts in the summer (although it feels like breaking a cardinal rule). Sometimes, you just want a bit more coverage.
Give your denim a break with Target’s new lightweight pants from A New Day, Universal Thread, Stars Above, and Wild Fable. We found 10 flattering styles, including wide-leg options, joggers, chinos, breathable linen finds, and more, starting at $18.
Keep scrolling to see what’s worth adding to your summer-ready bottoms lineup.
Comfy and Lightweight Pants Under $35 at Target
- A New Day High-Rise Linen Pleated-Front Straight Pants, $32
- Universal Thread Mid-Rise Utility Cargo Pants, $30
- A New Day High-Rise Modern Ankle Jogger Pants, $28
- A New Day High-Rise Straight Ankle Chino Pants, $28
- Stars Above Slub Knit Wide-Leg Pants, $18
- Wild Fable Mid-Rise Wide-Leg Cargo Beach Pants, $32
- Cupshe Drawstring Wide-Leg Pants, $34.99
- A New Day Relaxed Fit Super Soft Cargo Joggers, $22
- Wild Fable Mid-Rise Foldover Flare Leggings, $22
- A New Day High-Rise Wide-Leg Linen Pull-On Pants, $25
A New Day High-Rise Linen Pleated-Front Straight Pants
Workwear isn’t just for the office. Snag a pair of the classic silhouette in a summer-forward fabric — linen. The tailored pants feature front-pleated legs, front and back pockets, and belt loopholes. One shopper said they’re the “perfect cross between casual and formal,” while another person described them as “old money-looking pants for [anyone] on a budget.”
Universal Thread Mid-Rise Utility Cargo Pants
These mid-rise utility cargos are “comfortable and look great on,” according to one reviewer. The full-length pants feature a fabric that’s “lightweight but not thin,” per shoppers. Snag the retro bottoms in sizes 0 through 30 in short, regular, and long lengths and cream or olive green.
A New Day High-Rise Modern Ankle Jogger Pants
You can never go wrong with loungewear any time of year, and these modern ankle joggers are a no-brainer comfy outfit option for running errands or relaxing around the house. They feature a slim tailored fit, drawstring waistband, and elastic leg openings that are “very comfortable” and “perfect” for summer, per one reviewer. Choose from black, tan, or teal and sizes XS through 4X.
Cupshe Drawstring Wide-Leg Pants
Celebrities like Martha Stewart and Nicole Kidman are among the masses hopping on board the wide-leg pant train. Grab this flowy style from Cupshe in khaki or forest green for laid-back summer outfits or as an effortless option to layer over swimsuits. The adjustable drawstring waist ensures a flattering fit.
Keep scrolling for more summer pants styles available at Target.
Wild Fable Mid-Rise Wide-Leg Cargo Beach Pants
A New Day Relaxed Fit Super Soft Cargo Joggers