Out of nowhere, every It Girl is opting for this sleek pant trend at the airport in place of sweatpants.

Out of nowhere, every It Girl is opting for this sleek pant trend at the airport in place of sweatpants.

      We're nearing the peak holiday travel season, which means it's time to consider our airport attire. An essential aspect of stylish airport fashion, in my view, is having the ability to seamlessly transition from the flight to post-arrival activities. Loose-fitting pants with elastic waistbands are more refined than joggers yet just as comfortable, and they are currently the go-to pants for trendy individuals. They offer flexibility, allowing you to head straight to a nice meal after landing without needing to change clothes. This is the effortless traveler vibe I aspire to embody, at least.

      It goes without saying that the most desirable elastic waistband pants are The Row’s Gala Pants. With their flowing wide legs and crafted from a comfortable crepe fabric, they represent the pinnacle of casual, hassle-free style. Although they cost over a thousand dollars, thankfully, there are plenty of more budget-friendly alternatives available. If wide legs aren't your style, straight and barrel leg options also offer a sleek appearance. Unlike sweatpants, the elastic waistband pants I refer to come in various materials, ranging from jersey to crisp cotton.

      What can I say? I want what the trendy girls are sporting!

      Shop Elastic Waistband Pants:

      THE ROW

      Essentials Gala Crepe Wide-Leg Pants

      It’s a world of Gala pants; we’re just living in it.

      DEIJI STUDIOS

      Ease Organic Cotton-Poplin Pants

      I adore a pair of fresh cotton pants.

      J.Crew

      Cosmo Pant in Plaid Italian Gauzy Wool Blend

      Versatile for office, travel, and dinner drinks. These pants can do it all.

      DONNI.

      The Sweater Rib Simple Pant

      I'm smitten with this burgundy hue.

      ZARA

      Soft Touch Palazzo Pants

      J.Crew

      Petite Cosmo Pant in Stripe

      I can’t get enough of this striped design.

      DONNI.

      The Rib Kick Flare

      Adding these cropped rib kick flares for variety.

      J.Crew

      Cosmo Sweater Pant in Merino Wool

      MANGO

      Pull-On Stretch Cotton Pants

      Very reminiscent of a 90s rom-com protagonist playing hard to get.

      COS

      Merino Wool Barrel-Leg Pants

      Does anyone do it better than COS?

      The classic white, navy, and black color combination here is incredibly effective.

      H&M

      Pants With Drawstring

      adidas

      Adicolor Classic Firebird Loose Track Pants

      A more elevated choice.

      DONNI.

      X Revolve the Linen Simple Pant

      Elastic waistband pants in this season's trending color.

      COS

      Barrel-Leg Denim Drawstring Pants

      You can be a jeans lover while still wearing elastic waistband styles.

      MANGO

      Pull-On Straight Leg Knit Pants

      These flares are so stylish.

      LESET

      Lauren Wide Leg Pant

      Pants in jersey that look like this? Count me in.

      Free People

      Finish Line Pants

      Perfect for all the early 2000s fans.

      Comme Si

      La Boxer Alta Pant

      Comme Si can do no wrong in my opinion.

      Banana Republic

      Mid-Rise Relaxed Painter Pull-On Pant

      I love a Carpenter pant.

      Banana Republic

      Linen Pull-On Ankle Pant

      These feature fringe at the bottom! Fringe!

      Free People

      Day's End Stripe Pants

      These pants do all the work for you—pair with a solid t-shirt or sweater and you’re set.

      4th & Reckless

      Tammy Tailored Trousers

      Just a note: my mother-in-law’s signature look is track pants with high heeled boots, and she always looks fabulous.

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Out of nowhere, every It Girl is opting for this sleek pant trend at the airport in place of sweatpants.

Let your joggers take a break.