9 Of The Best Dress Pants For Men That Consistently Earn Top Reviews

Sizes: 28 to 54W, 28 to 36L | Colors: 20 total | Materials: 97% cotton, 3% elastane

• What’s notable: This pair is wrinkle-resistant and machine washable and comes in many colors.
• What could be better: Some say the sizing can be inconsistent.

Bonobos really excels in the dress pants field, and their Stretch Weekday Warrior Dress Pant strikes the right balance between dressy and smart-casual. With a huge size range and six fits from slim to athletic—plus an embroidery detail in the waistband—building your weekday wardrobe around these easy-to-care-for pants is simple.

Sizes: 28 to 40W, 30 to 34L | Colors: 6 total | Materials: Body: 53% elastomultiester, 47% recycled polyester; pocket lining 100% recycled polyester

• What’s notable: These come in a nice selection of wearable neutral colors and three different lengths.
• What could be better: Some say the waist and length sizing varies.

Lululemon takes the everyday work pant to the next level of comfort. The Commission Classic-Fit Trouser is breathable and made from the brand’s signature shape-retaining Warpstreme fabric, which has a unique, stretchy knit that feels smooth and light in warm weather, or if you just run hot. Other smart details include snap buttons on the back pockets to prevent gaping and an ergonomic gusset to provide a little extra room for movement and flexibility. If you prefer a 5-pocket pant, we also like the Lululemon ABC Classic-Fit 5 Pocket Pant.

Sizes: 28 to 38W, 30 to 34L | Colors: 3 total | Materials: 97% wool, 3% elastane

• What’s notable: The subtle hint of stretch in this pant makes it stylish and comfortable, and it retains its structure well.
• What could be better: If you need a longer 35- or 36-inch inseam, this pair won’t work for you.

Todd Snyder is known for classic-yet-modern styling, and this pant checks all the boxes. The fabric has a soft hand feel, it has the slightest bit of stretch and its weight is versatile for most seasons. This pant is also stylish and modern without being overly trendy: It has a flat front with a moderate rise—not too low and not too high—and the tailored fit falls straight through the hip and then tapers.

Sizes: 28 to 38W, 30 to 34L | Colors: 7 total | Materials: 72% cotton, 28% linen

• What’s notable: The Ludlow is a top-rated, well-fitting pant that accommodates a variety of body types well.
• What could be better: The pant is only partially lined, which can make them potentially see-through in lighter colors, like white.

A contender for your summer dress pants wardrobe, this flat-fronted pant has the easy nonchalance of linen with a dressed up construction and slim fit. Wear this pair to the office, summer cocktail parties or an outdoor wedding with the suit jacket.

Sizes: 30 to 44W, 30 to 38L (unhemmed) | Colors: 4 total | Materials: 100% super 100s wool

• What’s notable: This pant comes in both a classic and slim fit, and you can also get it custom hemmed for $18.
• What could be better: If you have athletic legs, these may be too tight through the thigh.

Sometimes you need a pant that you can wear with loafers or Chelsea boots, and sometimes you want a trouser you can wear with lace-ups and a suit jacket. Enter this pant, which features classic styling and enough polish for the boardroom or a wedding. This flat front style has the slightest sheen—which makes it dressy but not overly so—and a soft feel to keep you comfortable no matter what the venue.

Sizes: 28 to 42W, 28 to 36L | Colors: 12 total (additional made-to-order colors also available) | Materials: 56% nylon, 37% cotton, 7% spandex

• What’s notable: This pant is moisture-wicking, lightweight and machine washable, which makes them easy to care for, since you don’t have to spend money on dry cleaning.
• What could be better: The fabric can be clingy if you’re wearing a size that’s slightly too small, and the taper can be a bit much for some.

Think of these as a dress pant with the elasticity of a sweatpant. Cut from a four-way stretch performance blend, State & Liberty’s suit pants are for athletic guys who may need a bit of extra room through the seat and thighs. This pant is dressy enough for the office, but it can also transition to the golf course on a half-day summer Friday.

Sizes: 28 to 38W | Colors: 3 total | Materials: 60% wool, 38% polyester, 2% elastane

• What’s notable: The fabric is a durable, breathable Japanese wool-blend fabric that’s brushed to make it extra soft.
• What could be better: These aren’t sized by length, although the inseam is longer as waist size gets bigger. Some also say the weight of this pant makes them best for winter months.

Wills’ Stretch Wool Trouser is casual but has a great range—meaning, you can wear it for laidback hangouts and to dinner on weekends, but you can also dress it up with a blazer when necessary. It features two on-seam pockets and two welt back pockets with button closures, and the legs are lined in front down to the knees for wearability and durability.

Sizes: 28 to 40W, 26 to 36L | Colors: 10 total | Materials: Flex-knit performance fabric

• What’s notable: This style comes in four fits—classic, slim, skinny or five-pocket.
• What could be better: Some would like a button closure rather than a snap at the waist.

For days when you want pants with flexibility but still need to look pulled together, Rhone’s Commuter Pant gets you where you need to go in comfort and in style. This pair is low maintenance—it’s both wrinkle-resistant and machine-washable—and comes in a variety of wearable colors for the office or dressed-up events.

Sizes: 28 to 42W, 28 to 34L | Colors: 3 total | Materials: 63% polyester, 33% viscose, 4% other fibers

• What’s notable: The slim fit through the thigh with a tapered leg is modern and polished.
• What could be better: While the fabric is lightweight, some preferred it to be thicker.

This style is a top pick for affordability since it’s cut from a viscose polyester blend that’s wrinkle-resistant and machine-washable. Other style details include a hook and bar front closure with an interior button, front slant pockets and button-through back pockets. 

While lots of guys look to Peter Millar strictly for golf year, the brand’s menswear styles have exploded in popularity for their fit, quality and modern design. This tailored fit pant looks great styled with an oxford shirt for days in the off