Forget Baggy Denim—Non-Jean Jeans Are the Comfy Trend to Try

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The search for casual pants that aren’t jeans is becoming easier and easier, thanks to labels like Rag Bone and Bottega Veneta. Last year, we fell in love with Rag Bone’s Miramar trousers when Paulina Porizkova posted a picture of the hybrid pants. At first glance, they look a lot like a trendy pair of baggy jeans, but they’re actually wide-leg sweatpants with a denim-like print. Similarly, Bottega Veneta and Kate Moss tricked us with what many thought were jeans, but were actually a luxurious pair of denim-printed leather pants that celebs like Margot Robbie are wearing on repeat. Both delightfully polarizing pants are an example of pure fashion alchemy.

Jeans are often lauded for being a comfortable wardrobe hero. But—let’s be honest—that stiff, rigid fabric doesn’t compare to the lush touch of plush terry joggers or, say, trompe l’oeil leggings. Long gone are the days when we had to choose between comfort or style. Several brands have found ways to cleverly combine the effortlessly cool look of denim with cozy, soft materials that are equally as polished. And the sense of ease doesn’t stop there. Draped pleating that could rival your go-to office pants and body-hugging silhouettes as soft as tights are also key features.

If you’re looking for casual pants that aren’t traditional jeans, we’ve gathered our favorite options for you below.