While we’d like nothing more than to prance around in our boxers all day during summer, there comes a time when pants become inevitable. And when they’re comfy and breathable, we complain a lot less. There are plenty of online places that offer breathable linen and cotton pants. Here are the places that make it to our list.
Bye-Bye Jeans: Get Summer-Friendly Pants From These Places Instead
Manan Design
Founded by Madhavi and Sharad Ganeriwalla, this 20-year-old brand is paradise for summer clothes. Their loose fits, whites, pastels and bright hues make for comfy, breathable attire. Next time you’re near one of their stores, we suggest you take a peek; you might just find the perfect pair of linen pants.
Price: Starting at INR 1,600
Marks & Spencer
M&S is all about clean cuts and minimalism. Their collection comprises of linen, cotton and lyocell pants in both neutrals (black, white, tan and olive), as well as bright, summer-y colours like yellow, orange, and teal blue. We usually stick to blacks and beige at M&S that pretty much go with everything and are perfect for various occasions. It’s expensive but so worth it.
Price: Starting at INR 1,900
The Loom
The Loom brings the best of handmade clothes from across the country to one place, all of which look stunning and are value for money. Apart from the regular linen and cottons, they’ve got mul fabric pants too. For daily wear, check out their brown pants and pleated khadi pants (with pockets!). Also, their Grey Striped Handwoven Cotton Pants and the pair of Mustard Mangalgiri Cotton Paneled Sharara Pants (would look perfect with a white khadi kurta) are some of our other favourites.
Price: Starting at INR 840
Zara
Catering to both men and women, Zara boasts of a trouser collection which comprises loose pants that you can wear all day (and all night). Roughing it out in these seems like a great option, especially when you can almost feel the breeze on your skin. The bold prints, fashion-forward silhouettes and funky textural elements will make sure your summer looks are on trend.
Price: Starting at INR 2,400
Jaypore
Ethnic or formal, printed or solid colours, slim-fit or flared, Jaypore’s got a great variety of summer-friendly palazzos. We’ve been eyeing a pair of their lovely Blue Elasticated Waist Cotton Palazzo, and their Pink Elasticated Waist Cotton Dobby Palazzo and have already started saving up for these Black Silver Straight Khadi Cotton Pants. While their variety of pants is limited, Jaypore makes up for it with its killer collection (& variety) in palazzos. They’ve even got a few cotton silks – perfect for those dressy summer functions.
Price: Starting at INR 900
AJIO
We’ve come to really love and rely on AJIO for budget-friendly, wardrobe quick-fixes that don’t compromise on aesthetics. They have a large collection of palazzo pants in bright colours (team these up with white shirts or t-shirts) and those in basic colours too. They’ve got some prints in the mix as well, but we weren’t as impressed by them. We’d rely on their white pleated pants and their navy blue culottes to breeze through summer.
Price: Starting at INR 550
Little Things Studio
Little Things Studio designs sustainable clothing and their pieces are super elegant, yet comfy. We also think that they have a good amount of cotton and organic fabric pants that you must check out.
Price: INR 3K and upwards
Fabindia
Fabindia is another great place for cotton pants. They've got all sorts of pretty, earthy tones, as well as basic white ones which would look lovely during the summer season. This brand also stock options in all sorts of silhouettes including wide leg, straight fit, flared or tapered.
Price: INR 900 and upwards
Idalia
Idalia has a bunch of flared and breezy cotton pants options for summer. They also have a few rayon fabric palazzos and trousers that are comfort fit, so we definitely recommend that you check them out. Also, they're available on LBB.
Price: INR 700 and upwards
Zachi
Zachi is another great brand to buy summer pants from. They offer a lot of great options for pants, palazzos, and trousers. We honestly think that their striped trousers are equal parts comfy and cute, and are also worth the dime! Plus, they're perfect for both work and casual evenings out so, why not? Also, you can shop for Zachi's pants on LBB.
Price: INR 1,090 and upwards
Femella
Also available to shop on LBB, Femella has great options when it comes to bottom wear. Available in linen, cotton, and so many other comfy fabrics, you won't regret investing your money here. Also, WFH should be trendy right? So, go and start shopping.
Price: INR 650 and upwards
Bitterlime
Bitterlime has such trendiest of trousers that you might not have seen anywhere else, we promise! Available in so many comfy fabrics, we absolutely love their collection. In particular, we are a big fan of their overlap wide legged trousers that are going to super cool with a tank top.
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Price: INR 539 and upwards
109°F
We were always a fan of 109°F's apparel but their range of bottom-wear got our heart struck. Available at affordable prices, you'll be spoilt for choices here. Also, bonus is that whatever they offer is in superb quality so you do not compromise of anything here.
Price: INR 559 and upwards