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Gen Z has made it clear: Skinny jeans, or any skin-tight, denim-esque pants are officially out. Oversized, ‘90s-inspired silhouettes have begun to replace the more form-fitting styles favored in the early 2000s and 2010s, per the “mandate” of Gen Z. Enter: cargo pants. Bringing function into fashion, this oversized workwear-inspired style has been seen throughout 2022 thus far, from celebs like Bella Hadid to Kim Kardashian rocking the look. As the weather continues to cool down, fashion experts predict that the style will maintain its popularity into fall and winter. Alongside offering additional storage via the extra pockets, cargo pants can be styled in a variety of ways, with a simple T-shirt to more eccentric layering and styling. Not to mention, they are so comfortable, so what’s not to like? Read on for four effortless ways to style cargo pants this season.
- Baby Tee Minimalism
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The multi-pocket pant is enough of a staple on its own, which is why it pairs so well with simple basics. Hailey Bieber styles her green cargos with a simple scoop-neck tee, black bag, sneakers, and 90s-inspired sunnies for the perfect minimalist vibe. Want to get that same effortless, model-off-duty look? Try snagging this baby tee from Los Angeles Apparel ($20) and this pair of cargo pants from Revice Denim ($74).
- Layers on Layers
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Cargo pants can be cold weather-friendly by adding more layers, à la Bella Hadid, who has worn the baggy style since early 2022. The model has been seen wearing cargo pants with micro-cropped sweaters and balaclavas. Layering can include micro-cropped sweaters, scarves, or even a balaclava, if you’re feeling bold.
Pro tip: If you want to avoid shopping fast fashion, you can find full-length sweaters at thrift stores and crop them to your desired length!
- Dressed Up
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Adding a pair of heels can dress up anything, even cargo pants. Kim Kardashian creates a monochrome look with a muted green top and heels, once again proving that cargo pants are a versatile staple that everyone should add to their closet this fall. Camo cargos like Kardashian’s are super cute and aren’t too hard to find — Garage has a pair ($70) and Revice Denim ($79) does, too.
- Oversized Everything
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The baggy silhouette of cargos can be complemented by a baggy hoodie or sweatshirt — casual and comfy. Bieber (the reigning cargo queen) styles her oversized cargo pants with dad shoes and an oversized hoodie. To get her look, try the unisex wide hoodie from Los Angeles Apparel ($62) or just steal your S.O.’s hoodie.
