As Heather Lewenza, owner and designer at Closet Core Patterns, points out, “Trousers are having a major moment.” But they’re not the form-fitting, high-waisted pants that dominated pre-pandemic life. Skinny jeans seem to finally be on their way out. The trousers that are trending have a looser, relaxed fit and often lack a structured waistband. These wide-legged pants patterns work well in midweight cotton denim or twill for slightly structured look, or Tencel twill or wool crepe for a silhouette with more drape and flow.

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Cannes Wide-Legged Trousers from Liesl & Co.: billowy legs and a sash make these easy to dress up or down.

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Glebe Pants from Muna and Broad: pull-on pants with fully or partial elasticized waistband options; for sizes up to 74 1/2-inch hips

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McKenzie Woven Pant from Style Arc: flat-front with a side zipper closure; fits up to 61-inch hips

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Mitchell Trousers from Closet Core Patterns: hidden waistband, deep front pockets enclosed in a pleat, and adjustable waist straps; fits up to size 32

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Sammi Woven Pant from Style Arc: fly-front with contoured waistband; fits up to 61-inch hips

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To find more styles, colors, and fabrics for the season, read Vanessa Nirode’s article “Authentically Autumn.”