GORDONCHICK Posted July 18, 2023 #1 Share Posted July 18, 2023 We will be on a 3 week trip that includes a 9 night cruise from Manhattan to Quebec City. We will spend a few extra days in Quebec City then fly to Boston, pick up a rental car and drive to Maine for a week. I'm looking for some comfy knit pants (maybe ponte) with real pockets (front and back) in a straight style (not complete against skinny legs) and I would like more than just black. Anyone have some comfy but affordable options they love? I've looked on Amazon and they don't give inseam measurements in their size charts. I don't really want leggings either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awhfy Posted July 18, 2023 #2 Share Posted July 18, 2023 Brigettes by Chicos 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruisemom42 Posted July 18, 2023 #3 Share Posted July 18, 2023 They're not inexpensive, but I really like Eileen Fisher pants for travel. Their stretch crepe (lighter weight) and ponte knit (heavier) are the best and last for years if cared for. The EF website usually offers them in a few basic colors that vary by season. (Always in black.) I don't think they have back pockets, but I don't like back pockets so I don't look for them. (I like a more streamlined look.) If you're looking for a cheaper option, Macys.com carries two store lines (Charter Club and I.N.C. Concepts) that both have ponte pants as a basic item. I got a couple of pairs a few years ago when I couldn't get the Eileen Fisher ones and they are a reasonable substitute but not as durable over time (they tend to pill). 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrgabriel Posted July 19, 2023 #4 Share Posted July 19, 2023 I have a couple of pairs of nice trousers from Ann Taylor. Last year I bought a pair of knit pants that look really good even after being worn for hours. Ann Taylor Seasonless Trousers 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarsenPNP Posted July 24, 2023 #5 Share Posted July 24, 2023 (edited) I like Talbots for basics. Have several pants by them, and I love their pima cotton tees. https://www.talbots.com/clothing/pants/straight-leg?start=0&sz=54 Edited July 24, 2023 by LarsenPNP link adjusted 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slidergirl Posted July 24, 2023 #6 Share Posted July 24, 2023 There is an Eileen Fisher "renew' site that sells gently used items. Could be worth checking out. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GORDONCHICK Posted July 24, 2023 Author #7 Share Posted July 24, 2023 All of these are great options and I'm checking into them! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anita Latte Posted August 4, 2023 #8 Share Posted August 4, 2023 I just got an email advert from Wool& for business casual pants make with heavyweight ponte fabric and thought I’d share here. https://wooland.com/products/rosso-straight-ponte-pant-black?goal=0_798fc90fa9-64bc909daa-96811101&mc_cid=64bc909daa&mc_eid=e17b246214 I don’t have person experience with their pants but I bought one of their dresses, specifically the Isabelle wrap dress, and I LOVE my dress. If the pants are of the same quality, they would be great pants IMO. Merino wool is such a great fabric for travel. I took several pieces on my recent London trip and was quite pleased with how well they held up for being worn multiple times. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slidergirl Posted August 4, 2023 #9 Share Posted August 4, 2023 If you want an ankle-length casual pant, look at Pact. Organic cotton. I've got shirts and wide legged pants from them and I loved them for travel. The ankle length just showed up in my FB feed a few days ago: https://wearpact.com/women/apparel/all bottoms/airplane tulip hem pant/wa1-wng-mnv?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=loy&utm_campaign=MAID2324&utm_content=6370623710513-6368473368713&fbclid=IwAR32bCnQ2gTww7Ctcx_feOIMGzY81BytDy727yUEVqNVIOwc2TdFA9SpZpo 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anita Latte Posted August 4, 2023 #10 Share Posted August 4, 2023 Many colors in that pant too! The front pocket style seems more flattering than the Wool& pant but no back pockets...not that use back pockets normally but having some sort of detail across the back can be nice to do what I think of as "breaking up the space" lol. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bespin Posted August 18, 2023 #11 Share Posted August 18, 2023 32 Degrees (available at Costco and on their own website) have some synthetic pants that are loose-fitting and work well on their own or layered over thermals for colder weather. They’re also easy to hand wash and hang dry. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simplelife Posted October 15, 2023 #12 Share Posted October 15, 2023 I have a pair of microfiber pants that look like silk. I have no idea what brand they are, I either bought them on deep discount off season or at a thrift shop. These are my go-to for cruse elegant nights with a blingy top. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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