14 of the Most Comfortable Men’s Business Casual Work Pants

14 of the Most Comfortable Men's Business Casual Work Pants

There is no need for men to be uncomfortable when wearing business casual pants at the office. There are many chinos or khaki styles that have soft, stretchy fabrics that not only look great but are also unbelievably comfortable to wear.

This new breed of ultra-comfy styles comes in modern colors and is suitable for the office environment or casual wear when out on the town.

We have found some of the best casual pants for the money that will work well for all different body types, whether you are slim, need a shorter leg, or have an athletic build.

Scroll down to see our picks for the most comfortable business casual work pants for men.

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Duer No Sweat Pant Relaxed

If you are preoccupied with being as comfortable as possible at all times, you will want to take a look at Duer. They make dress pants that feel like sweats that you can wear to the office and still look professional. The key to their comfort is the stretch fabric that makes them super comfy.

One style worth checking out is the No Sweat Pant, which is popular because you can wear them casually or dress up. Most men who own this style love them for the extreme comfort level.

Everlane The Performance Chino

Everlane The Performance Chino

Everlane has good quality fitted styles that are perfect for the urban dweller. The Everlane Performance Chino is a versatile option for all kinds of situations due to the style and the weight of the fabric.  They are a slim fit and a regular rise and feature two front and two back pockets.

The fabric is a breathable cotton weave that is super comfortable and soft, with a little bit of stretch to them. The Performance Chino wears well and doesn’t get wrinkled easily.

Uniqlo Chinos

Uniqlo Chinos

If you haven’t tried them yet, a great place to get pants is Uniqlo. Most of their options are quite good quality at very reasonable prices. Their business casual options are relatively modern, usually in a slim or skinny fit tapered in the leg.

One of Uniqlo’s bestselling styles is the Slim-Fit Chino Flat-Front Pants. If you get the sizing right, this fit shouldn’t be too baggy or tight but have just the right amount of room for pure comfort. The flat front gives them a stylish feel that can be dressed up or down. This design can run a little longer than what you may be used to with standard sizing, so it is often worn with the cuff turned up (or get them hemmed). Overall they are an excellent choice for all-day comfort while at work.

Bonobos Washed Chinos

Bonobos Washed Chinos

Since Bonobos’ goal is to make better-fitting clothes for men, you can be sure they have some comfy pants. They started by creating better-fitting pants with a curved waistband that conforms to your waist. These chinos come in over 30 colors and have five different fits available. They also have extensive sizing and length options, so you shouldn’t have trouble finding a good fit.

Bonobos have free shipping, easy returns (you don’t need to pay to ship products back), and outstanding customer service. As far as the pants themselves, the Bonobos Chinos are made from pre-washed, 100% cotton that can be machine-washed and tumbled dry on low heat, so they are pretty easy to care for. If you like to keep things stylish, this design was named one of New York Magazine’s Best Chinos for Men, According to Stylish Men.

Express Chinos

Express Chinos

 

Express has lots of good stretch pants in all different cuts. They also come in multiple shades (too many to list). Since Express have so many styles to choose from, an excellent place to start is to check out their slim Temp Control Hyper Stretch Chino.

The Express Comfort Stretch Chinos are generally super light and comfortable, they tend to fit most men quite well, and they are very stylish. This style is perfect for an office environment.

The Banana Republic Rapid Movement Chino

The Banana Republic Rapid Movement Chino

 

An easy-to-find, excellent-quality design for a slightly more dressy business casual look is the Rapid Movement Chinos from Banana Republic. Like other big brands, they come in many different fits with various colors available. The key selling feature of this style is the stretch material that keeps its shape all day long while also being super comfy. They also have added water and stain-resistant properties that are a little bit of a more unusual feature to find in comfort chinos.

Most BR styles have front coin and off-seam pockets and rear buttoned welt pockets. The BR chinos can be machine-washed and hang-dried. If you like a slim fit, check out the always best-selling and comfortable Slim Traveler Pant.

Eddie Bauer Legend Wash Chino Pants

Eddie Bauer Legend Wash Chino Pants

If you love a classic chino look, an excellent store to try is Eddie Bauer. Eddie Bauer has closed many of its stores and isn’t as popular as they once were, but you can still buy pants on its website. The styles are not all that stylish or modern, but a lot of men will like the looser fits that are available, and some of the fabrics are wrinkle-free.

Eddie Bauer’s styles are known for fitting well, being durable, and keeping their shape. A popular design to check out for comfort is the Eddie Bauer Chino Pants.

GAP Khakis in Straight Fit with GapFlex

GAP Khakis in Straight Fit with GapFlex

Another well-known place to get good, inexpensive khakis is Gap. They have been making great business casual pants for years and have updated most of their styles and fabric to incorporate the new flex material and comfort technologies.

The choices from Gap can be a little overwhelming, so start with the GAP Khakis in Straight Fit with GapFlex. It is one of their more popular styles, and the overwhelmingly glowing reviews praise the quality, amazing fit, and unbelievable comfort of this style. They are usually offered in a few different colors, and the fit is relaxed and slim but not overly baggy.

J. Crew Stretch Chinos

 

J. Crew Stretch Chinos

 

J. Crew chinos are very popular as a comfort option, especially their best-selling 484 Slim and the 707 Straight styles (they have also introduced two new fits, including an athletic and relaxed).

The 484 Slim comes in 14 colors, and they are much beloved by the men who wear this style. As you can tell by the name, they are a slim fit. They come with a zip fly and side and back pockets. The key to the success of the 484 is that they have a little stretch in the fabric due to the blend of cotton and elastane.

The other popular J. Crew style is the 770 Straight. They are very similar to the 484 (they come in 14 colors, a little stretch to the material, and a similar pocket style), but they have a looser fit as they are straight leg, not slim leg like the 484’s.

J. Crew is a little pricier than some options you may be considering, but they can be machine washed and are easy to care for. Both styles are reportedly super comfortable and high quality for the price.

Available from J. Crew

Incotex Four Season Relaxed-Fit Cotton-Blend Chinos

Incotex Four Season Relaxed-Fit Cotton-Blend Chinos
If you are looking for a high-end, deluxe pair of chinos with a designer cut and feel, Incotex may have the style for you. It is a brand that is known for the cut of the designs and the high-quality fabrics that they use.

Incotex has been around since 1951 and has a background in making military uniforms, so you can imagine they make a pretty nice khaki. If you appreciate handcrafted Italian clothing and need a casual chino, look at the Incotex casual pants.

Available at Mr. Porter

Club Monaco Connor Stretch Chino

Club Monaco Connor Stretch Chino
Club Monaco is well worth a look if you want a modern take on casual pants. They are made from comfortable stretch cotton fabrics and come in a wide range of stylish colors. Most of their styles are slim fit and made from a mid-weight cotton blend that you can wear year-round.

One of Club Monaco’s best pants that are well worth checking out is the Connor Stretch Chino. These are soft, great quality, and popular design that is perfect for a stylish look.

Dockers Men’s Comfort Khaki

Dockers Men's Comfort Khaki

Dockers have been the go-to khakis for most men for years and are a casual clothing staple in many workplaces. If you haven’t bought Dockers for a while, you may want to check out some of their latest styles. These days Dockers offers five different fits (skinny tapered, slim tapered, straight, athletic, and classic), and like most other big brands, they have incorporated flex and more lightweight fabrics for a more comfortable experience. They do still offer a few styles with pleats for a more classic look, as well as the more current slim and skinny trend.

As far as colors, Dockers now come in around eight different colors depending on the style that you go for, with some options being more limited in color. The most popular design for comfort is the Dockers Men’s Comfort Khaki. The reason that this style is excellent for comfort is that it is a looser fit, and it has a comfort-stretch waistband that can give you up to two inches of extra room and help you get a better fit. This style is also wrinkle-resistant, and it has a flattering flat front, along with the handy slanted side and welted rear pockets that are nice and deep.

Available from Amazon

Lee Men’s Performance Series Extreme Comfort Khaki

Lee Men's Performance Series Extreme Comfort Khaki

For those looking for an inexpensive option, you are going to want to have a look at the Performance Series Extreme Comfort Khaki from Lee. This style has over 7000 five-star reviews on Amazon, with many reviewers commenting that the pants indeed live up to their name. They are made of stretch material, and they have a slight sweatpants feel to them. They wash well and don’t get too wrinkled after washing.

The Extreme Comfort Khaki features pockets on the back and the side and has a one-button closure above the zipper. This style has a lot of flex in the waistline while still maintaining a flattering fit. They are comfy, great for moving around in, and the price can’t be beaten.

Available from Amazon

IZOD Men’s Saltwater Stretch Chino

IZOD Men's Saltwater Stretch Chino

Izod is a budget brand with a fantastic casual pant that is perfect if you need a style for work but don’t want to spend much money. The Saltwater Stretch Chino comes in slim, classic, or straight fits in various colors.

What is cool about this style is that the fabric is washed and broken in before the chino is made, so it is super soft. They are also designed for movement, so you can bend, stretch, and squat and have no trouble with the design adjusting to your body. They are also machine wash and dry-able and can be worn right out of the dryer with no ironing. The pockets are a nice size, and the build of the chino is sturdy and should last a while.

Available from Amazon

How to Find Comfortable Men’s Pants:

Before you set off to find that perfect pair of khakis or chinos, there are a few basic things to keep in mind.

Fit

The more prominent brands usually have, at the minimum, a slim, straight, or classic fit. Over the last few years, the popularity of skinny styles has also become very popular. The other fit that is pretty popular these days is the athletic fit, which is excellent for those who work out, as it usually gives you a little extra room in the hip and the thigh and is tapered in the leg.

Fabric

Most business casual pants are made from a cotton blend. Cotton is a suitable material because it breathes well and allows you to stay comfortable. 100% cotton pants could be a little stiffer than those that have the flex fabric options, but the more you wash and wear cotton, the softer it will become.

Stretch

The big breakthrough in creating comfortable business casual pants was when companies started to include fabrics that have a little bit of stretch. These stretch fabrics are usually just a cotton blend with a small percentage of either spandex or Lycra/elastane in the mix.

Wrinkle-free

If you aren’t a fan of ironing your clothes, there are a few options that are better than others. Eddie Bauer has a decent selection of wrinkle-free options. Banana Republic, Dockers as well Old Navy sometimes has some options. Just be careful with wrinkle-free styles, as they can sometimes have a slight plastic feel to them that isn’t comfortable.

Colors

The days of only the khaki-colored casual pant being available are long gone; most business casual options come in a rainbow of colors, as well as the basics, so you can pretty much wear any shade of chinos that your heart desires.

Leg opening

When you are shopping, be aware of the type of leg opening that you prefer. Many of the more modern styles are fairly tapered, which means that they get skinnier as they get closer to the ankle. A regular style will mean that the pant will get wider as they go towards the ankle.

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