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What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of linen pants? If it’s your grandparents’ retirement community in Boca Raton, you’re not alone. For a while, these breathable bottoms were considered out of fashion. However, after celebrities like Pedro Pascal and Chris Hemsworth have been spotted wearing them around Tinseltown, linen pants have re-emerged as an “it” style this season.

At a Glance: The Best Linen Pants for Men

But even when linen trousers weren’t on trend, our fashion editors never stopped wearing them because of their versatility. Their relaxed vibe screams, “I’m out on PTO,” making them ideal for a trip to the beach. At the same time, they’re refined enough to wear to the office. Plus, they offer breathability and comfort that’s essential for the sweltering summer days ahead.

How We Chose the Best Linen Pants

To help you find the best linen pants to buy online, our experts looked for a few key things. The first was the fabric. While it may seem obvious, not all linen pants are made from 100% linen. Some are blends of linen and polyester, while others combine linen with cotton. On this list, you’ll only find pants crafted from either European-produced linen or a linen-cotton, linen-viscose blend, which helps enhance airflow and wick away moisture.

The next thing we looked at were the details. Do these pants have an adjustable drawstring waistband? Are there enough pockets to hold all of your shit? Are they lightweight but not see-through? These were all essential things to consider, which is why you’ll find a wide range of silhouettes, colors, and cuts below.

The last thing we considered was the price point. We wanted to provide affordable options that you could buy on sites like Amazon and Walmart, but we also wanted to include pricier investment picks from brands like Zegna and Todd Snyder.

The Best Linen Pants for Men

Shop the nine best pairs of linen pants that you can buy online below. And while you’re at it, grab one of our favorite linen shirts to match here.

When J.Crew puts its best-selling linen trousers on sale, you don’t wait to buy them — you grab them while you still have the chance. At more than 30% off, this classic option sits comfortably on the waist, is available in sizes 28 to 44, and has five different color combinations to choose from.

You likely began wearing Abercrombie & Fitch during your braces and cartoon bed sheets phase — and maybe you’re still there (we don’t judge). Either way, you’ll be pleased to know that the legacy brand now designs clothing for full-grown adults. Pair these roomy slacks with a camp shirt or your favorite tee, and you’ll be ready for the office, after-work shenanigans, and everything in between.

The start of a new season is a great time to invest in some fresh staple pieces, like these tapered linen trousers from luxury fashion house Zegna. Created with crisp, subtle details, they can be matched with the brand’s linen suit jacket for a more uniform fit or kept casual with an open, untucked button-up.

If the purpose of linen pants is to keep you cool, Bonobos’ coastal trousers get an A+. Lightweight, slightly baggy, and oh-so-breathable, you can buy them in this milky white color for those warm summer nights. But, if you’re looking for an option for those day trips to Nantucket, you can grab the same type of fabric in the brand’s signature 7-inch seam shorts.

Linen gets a luxury upgrade with these light green slacks. A new release from Todd Snyder, they can be fitted to your preferred size without ever having to step foot inside a seamster shop, thanks to their adaptable waist buckles. This type of thoughtful detailing is exactly what we expect from the popular menswear company, and they definitely delivered.

We’re not saying that Coofandy makes the best linen pants around, but what we are saying is that for under $35, this affordable option is hard to beat. Made from a viscose and linen blend, they come in just about every color imaginable (yes, even that one) and can arrive in one to two days, thanks to the lightning speed of Amazon’s Prime shipping.

Recently, butter yellow has been everywhere you turn. From our favorite superstars like Timothée Chalamet and Elle Fanning wearing this neutral on the red carpet to the hundreds of designers creating capsule collections surrounding this hue, it’s the “it” color of the season. Try it out for yourself with these Brooks Brothers linen cotton pants — we think you’ll be pleasantly surprised by the trending shade

With just the right amount of wrinkle, Faherty’s linen pants will look just as good at the beach as they will at the surfside bar. They have a slight taper at the ankle, come in three versatile color options, and can be easily adjusted thanks to the convenient drawstring waistband.

QDG’s linen pants offer the best of both worlds: they give you the same cooling effect that you want from this type of material but are available at a much (much) lower price than other similar styles. Sold on Walmart, they have multiple five-star customer reviews.