I’ve just discovered the most popular pant trends for summer at Nordstrom—here’s what’s worth purchasing.

      Summer 2026 is becoming the season for stylish pants. As someone who strongly believes in the versatility of pants regardless of the temperature (yes, you’ll see me wearing them even when it's 90°F), I’m always on the lookout for the trendiest styles each season. This summer is no exception, with plenty of chic trends to be excited about.

      Perhaps you're interested in relaxed cotton poplin pants to match with your delicate summer tops. I've noticed them in various cool colors, especially tomato red, cobalt blue, and crisp white. Alternatively, you might be drawn to the luxurious satin and taffeta options that are trending this season, which pair perfectly with casual tank tops. Capri pants are also making a big comeback, and I enjoy styling them with ballet flats and oversized graphic tees. With the World Cup this summer, sporty track pants are becoming increasingly fashionable among the trendsetters.

      Below, I’m presenting seven of the top pant trends for summer 2026 that you can purchase entirely from Nordstrom—ideal for a seamless checkout. Keep scrolling to elevate your pant style to new heights of chic.

      **Drawstring Cotton Poplin Pants**

      - LESET: Kyoto Cotton Drawstring Utility Crop Pants

      - Pistola: Theo Cotton Drawstring Pants

      - Joe's: The Bowie Cotton Blend Drawstring Pants

      - Alex Mill: Hudson Pleated Wide Leg Cotton Twill Pants

      **Capri Pants**

      - Open Edit: Stretch Twill Capri Pants

      - EDIKTED: Ravena Foldover Low Rise Capri Leggings

      - Princess Polly: Bailor Channel Waistband Capri Pants

      - Princess Polly: Baseline Rib Capri Pants

      **Wide-Leg Linen Pants**

      - Open Edit: Linen Blend Wide Leg Pants

      - PacSun: Alisa Linen Blend Wide Leg Pants

      - Haven Well Within: Linen Slim Pants

      - Reformation: Vida Low Rise Linen Pants

      **Satin & Taffeta Pants**

      - LESET: Barb Wide Leg Satin Pants

      - H&M: Flared Satin Trousers

      - Open Edit: Drawstring Waist Satin Pants

      **Balloon Pants**

      - Open Edit: Tie Waist Balloon Pants

      - H&M: Balloon Drawstring Trousers

      - Reformation: Zia Balloon Pants

      - Hush: Tove Linen Balloon Beach Pants

      **Green Utility Pants**

      - Pistola: Sabrina High Waist Barrel Twill Utility Pants

      - Free People: Park Ave Cotton Cargo Pants

      - EDIKTED: Jadah Low Rise Baggy Cargo Pants

      - Re/Done: The Trooper Stretch Cotton Utility Pants

      **Track Pants**

      - LIONESS: Red Eye Track Pants

      - adidas: Firebird Recycled Polyester Track Pants

      - Zella: Travel Lite Track Pants

      - Pistola: Bodie Sport Pants