Two things can be true at once: You can follow a formal office dress code and feel like you're kicking back in your favorite sweatpants. One item among the best ... this classic black work pant ...

They also have a classic elastic waistband ... If you prefer your sweatpants to feel snug, opt for a size down. Lily Wohlner is the associate style & commerce editor at Women’s Health.

So to make this guide to the best work pants for women, I relied on my own years of experience (I own multiples of the best overall pick) and asked women who practically live in black pants for ...

The J.Crew Pointelle Pant is a lightweight, comfortable pair of sweatpants that look like trousers, which made them perfect ...

And by "comfy pants," I don't mean ill-fitting sweats — instead, I've found loads of polished pants that have sneaky details like stretch fabrics, wide-leg silhouettes, or elastic waistbands ...