Anonymous
Post 04/03/2026 10:50     Subject: Do soft lightweight pants exist?
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Atheta Brooklyn Ankle pants. Very lightweight and versatile. I've only tried the tapered style but they come in wide-leg too.
https://athleta.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=198671002&vid=3&tid=atpl000084&kwid=1&ap=7&ds_agid=22304696784-&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22304698785&gbraid=0AAAAAD_AT8vO9KdpjrkbiygnrmmnmQlFr&gclid=Cj0KCQjwp7jOBhDGARIsABe7C4esRTIMl4Pfvu0spNkjDuO_au1uxTMpnhx5YJm4NTEkKxQ-1X3SXkQaAjCIEALw_wcB#pdp-page-content


I tried these and they don’t really work for petite people.

These are very soft. I have several pairs. Caveat I’m only 5’2” so they’re full length on me.
https://vuoriclothing.com/products/womens-miles-ankle-pant-black?queryId=83c07e0f924e4d0ef646358d570c2b8d&collection=womens-pants


I don't like the fabric that Vuori is using now. It doesn't wash well for me.
Anonymous
Post 04/03/2026 09:32     Subject: Do soft lightweight pants exist?
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Atheta Brooklyn Ankle pants. Very lightweight and versatile. I've only tried the tapered style but they come in wide-leg too.
https://athleta.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=198671002&vid=3&tid=atpl000084&kwid=1&ap=7&ds_agid=22304696784-&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22304698785&gbraid=0AAAAAD_AT8vO9KdpjrkbiygnrmmnmQlFr&gclid=Cj0KCQjwp7jOBhDGARIsABe7C4esRTIMl4Pfvu0spNkjDuO_au1uxTMpnhx5YJm4NTEkKxQ-1X3SXkQaAjCIEALw_wcB#pdp-page-content


I tried these and they don’t really work for petite people.

These are very soft. I have several pairs. Caveat I’m only 5’2” so they’re full length on me.
https://vuoriclothing.com/products/womens-miles-ankle-pant-black?queryId=83c07e0f924e4d0ef646358d570c2b8d&collection=womens-pants


The Athleta Brooklyn Ankle Pant works very well for me at 5’3.5” but in a Petite size. Also the Athleta Endless High Rise Pant, again in a Petite size, works very well for me. They are so soft and comfortable.
Anonymous
Post 04/03/2026 09:31     Subject: Do soft lightweight pants exist?
Anonymous wrote:OP, the Anthropologie Maeve pants come in a lot of fabrics and lengths, there is one that is an ankle length cut and very light fabric (not linen, but summerweight) that I love to wear in the spring/summer/early fall. You’d be best served by going into the store to find it since it is out seasonally (I have to think it would be in stock this time of year).


This. Maeve pants are terrific.
Anonymous
Post 04/03/2026 08:52     Subject: Do soft lightweight pants exist?
Anonymous wrote:Can someone please explain to me how these are supposed to be WORK PANTS? Do you all work retail? These are in no way professional.



I was wondering the same thing. Plus, they’re very unflattering.
Anonymous
Post 04/03/2026 08:50     Subject: Do soft lightweight pants exist?
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Can someone please explain to me how these are supposed to be WORK PANTS? Do you all work retail? These are in no way professional.



LOL PP! Go to the Deloitte Face thread.
I think if you work in "PR!" or "Marketing!" consulting or any "Creative!" space, you show up in these because you're so cool and nonchalant and you just need your soy latte and laptop and you can sit in the communal brainstorming room, nay brainhurricaning room and solve all the world's problems! In those pants. Also you have to weigh 115.


I don't work for Deloitte or in any "creative" space and I wear pants like this. They are comfy and look good on me.

It sounds like you are mad about other women being thinner than you are. It's okay if these pants don't work for your body, but you don't have to put down people who wear them.
Anonymous
Post 04/03/2026 08:48     Subject: Do soft lightweight pants exist?
So many options. Here are a few. Also don't write off wide leg automatically, look at the fabric. Some fabric is drapier than others and won't overwhelm a small frame. The last pair on my list is technically wide leg but they don't look it on. They do run long though so you might need to get them hemmed. They are my go to for airplanes right now:

https://bananarepublicfactory.gapfactory.com/browse/product.do?pid=874174011&vid=1&pcid=1045335&cid=3042364&nav=meganav%3AWOMEN%3AWOMEN%27S+CLOTHING%3APants#pdp-page-content

https://www.uniqlo.com/us/en/products/E479134-000/00

https://shop.lululemon.com/p/womens-trousers/Daydrift-High-Rise-Straight-Leg-Trouser-Regular/_/prod20005567

https://wearpact.com/women/apparel/all%20bottoms/easy%20drape%20pant/wa1-wxz-nyb

https://www.nordstromrack.com/s/whisper-knit-high-waist-wide-leg-pants/8423551
Anonymous
Post 04/03/2026 08:37     Subject: Do soft lightweight pants exist?
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Atheta Brooklyn Ankle pants. Very lightweight and versatile. I've only tried the tapered style but they come in wide-leg too.
https://athleta.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=198671002&vid=3&tid=atpl000084&kwid=1&ap=7&ds_agid=22304696784-&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22304698785&gbraid=0AAAAAD_AT8vO9KdpjrkbiygnrmmnmQlFr&gclid=Cj0KCQjwp7jOBhDGARIsABe7C4esRTIMl4Pfvu0spNkjDuO_au1uxTMpnhx5YJm4NTEkKxQ-1X3SXkQaAjCIEALw_wcB#pdp-page-content


I tried these and they don’t really work for petite people.


Huh? I'm 5'2" and the petite size fits well.


I was swimming in the petite size
Anonymous
Post 04/03/2026 07:58     Subject: Do soft lightweight pants exist?
Anonymous wrote:Can someone please explain to me how these are supposed to be WORK PANTS? Do you all work retail? These are in no way professional.



LOL PP! Go to the Deloitte Face thread.
I think if you work in "PR!" or "Marketing!" consulting or any "Creative!" space, you show up in these because you're so cool and nonchalant and you just need your soy latte and laptop and you can sit in the communal brainstorming room, nay brainhurricaning room and solve all the world's problems! In those pants. Also you have to weigh 115.
Anonymous
Post 04/03/2026 07:57     Subject: Do soft lightweight pants exist?
For jeans, Rag and Bones Miramar line. Incredibly light weight.
Anonymous
Post 04/03/2026 07:55     Subject: Do soft lightweight pants exist?
Lululemon has a lot of choice with light weight versatile pants and they come in different lengths
Anonymous
Post 04/03/2026 06:05     Subject: Do soft lightweight pants exist?
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Atheta Brooklyn Ankle pants. Very lightweight and versatile. I've only tried the tapered style but they come in wide-leg too.
https://athleta.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=198671002&vid=3&tid=atpl000084&kwid=1&ap=7&ds_agid=22304696784-&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22304698785&gbraid=0AAAAAD_AT8vO9KdpjrkbiygnrmmnmQlFr&gclid=Cj0KCQjwp7jOBhDGARIsABe7C4esRTIMl4Pfvu0spNkjDuO_au1uxTMpnhx5YJm4NTEkKxQ-1X3SXkQaAjCIEALw_wcB#pdp-page-content


I tried these and they don’t really work for petite people.

These are very soft. I have several pairs. Caveat I’m only 5’2” so they’re full length on me.
https://vuoriclothing.com/products/womens-miles-ankle-pant-black?queryId=83c07e0f924e4d0ef646358d570c2b8d&collection=womens-pants


I'm 5' and also have several pairs of the Miles ankle pants. Five stars. I'm wearing a pair right now.
Anonymous
Post 04/03/2026 04:18     Subject: Do soft lightweight pants exist?
OP, the Anthropologie Maeve pants come in a lot of fabrics and lengths, there is one that is an ankle length cut and very light fabric (not linen, but summerweight) that I love to wear in the spring/summer/early fall. You’d be best served by going into the store to find it since it is out seasonally (I have to think it would be in stock this time of year).
Anonymous
Post 04/02/2026 22:48     Subject: Do soft lightweight pants exist?
Can someone please explain to me how these are supposed to be WORK PANTS? Do you all work retail? These are in no way professional.

Anonymous
Post 04/02/2026 22:45     Subject: Do soft lightweight pants exist?
Varley, Faherty
Anonymous
Post 04/02/2026 22:02     Subject: Do soft lightweight pants exist?
The Ruti On The Loose pants are basically parachute pants - they are primarily nylon. They look and feel cheap. Absolutely not worth the outrageous price tag.