The 9 Best Pants to Wear When It’s Hot as Hell

You should let yourself make your own life a little bit easier. These pants will do just that. Cut from quick-drying, breathable, and wrinkle-resistant Warpstream fabric, Lululemon’s much-beloved ABC Pants could easily become your go-to summer pants—styling them is a piece of cake, whether you dress them up or down, and the four-way stretch ensures all-day comfort, too.

Linen is essential for summer. These are lightweight, breathable, and cool, and honestly, you’ll be so comfortable, you’ll hardly notice the heat. Plus, if there was ever an appropriate season for white pants, it’s summer; take advantage of the season and get yourself an easy, breezy, comfy pair like this.

The garment-dyed fabric and 2 percent stretch you’ll find in this Flint and Tinder cotton pant will go a long way in giving you the comfort to get you through the day, week, and, as its name suggests, the whole year. This style is equipped with five pockets, garment-dyed softness, and a casual look that you can just pull on and roll with.

Flyweight and flexy, just like the name says—these breathe and move more than you thought a pair of chinos could. The mountaineering-style crotch gusset and pleated knees allow for total freedom of movement, so hit the park and get ready for some serious summer activities. Don’t worry about overheating or sweating too much, either—the breathable, lightweight design will keep you cool.

Made from 100 percent linen—and shockingly just under 50 bucks—these are the summer pants we encourage you to get multiple pairs of in different colors. Once you wear them, you’re going to have trouble putting on any other pants again—especially when you get used to that stretchy drawstring waistband and the breezy, straight-leg design.

Don’t worry, fly guys! Chinos are still super wearable in the hottest months of the year. You just have to find a pair that’s lightweight enough to withstand the heat, like this classy, subtly-striped pair from Bonobos.

Like the name says—these are easy. They’re breathable and breezy, and the elastic, drawstring waist ensures you won’t have to deal with a too-tight waist in humidity and heat. Plus, they don’t hug your legs, which allows for plenty of breathability and flexibility—just what the season calls for.

Made of a linen blend, these relaxed-fit, elastic-waistband Uniqlo pants will take you from dusk to dawn with no fuss. They have a versatile look that you can dress up to emulate khakis, but honestly, these are best dressed-down; the relaxed fit is all about taking those lazy, hot summer days in stride.

Sustainably grown French linen makes these stylish pants friendly for the heat and the environment … and your wardrobe! The striped design is as suited for a walk along the Seine as it is for a warm July morning’s commute to the office, and whether you’re wearing slides or sneakers, these are undeniably cool.