20 Cargo Pant Outfits That Will Elevate Your Wardrobe This Summer

So we all know diamonds pockets are a girl's best friend, right? There's literally no greater feeling than trying on a gorge dress and discovering you can tuck your hands into those bad boys!!! Well, to appease your lil fashion heart, I'm here to tell you that you can wear all the pockets you want this summer. We've been seeing cargo pants everywhere over the past year (uh, hello Hailey Bieber and Gigi Hadid) and trust me, they aren't going anywhere.

Cargo pants are a super functional and stylish way to update your wardrobe—they're the perf solution for carrying your must-have items while simultaneously giving your outfit a bit more dimension. They come in a TON of varieties as well... think colorful cargos, camo cargos, cargo jumpsuits, and so on. You can be as free as a bird and ditch your purse (even if it's as stunning as these) if you so choose. (I know, I get separation anxiety from my bags, too.) Anyway, I've got you covered on all the ways you can style your cargo pants, so, without further ado, let's get into these 'fits!

A Tank With Sporty Cargos

Got a full day planned and need a comfortable on-the-go outfit? Try a pair of black cargos and keep things simple by styling them with a fitted white tank. To top it all off, add a sleek pair of black sunnies to mimic Hailey B.'s look.

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Abercrombie Essential Tuckable Squareneck Rib Tank

$25 at Abercrombie

EB Denim Cargo Pants in Black

Now 30% Off

$347 at Revolve

LE SPECS Outta Love Oval-Frame Acetate Sunglasses

$39 at NET-A-PORTER

A Metallic Cargo Vibe

Pro tip: Don't be afraid to play with shine. Metallic pants have been such a huge hit the past few seasons and trust me, they're here to stay. Style these bold pants with a simple white tank and a pair of New Balance sneakers.

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NA-KD Ribbed Tank

Now 40% Off

$15 at na-kd.com

YEXPINE Women's High Waist Metallic Cargo Jeans Flap Pocket Wide Leg Denim Pants

Now 12% Off

$50 at Amazon

New Balance 550

$85 at New Balance

Pastel Cargo Pants With Flip Flops

Fashion has welcomed flip flops once again. Last year they were a huge trend coming off the runway. We saw fashionistas all over embracing every style from a chunky flip flop to a sleek heeled flip flop. They really can be a shoe for everyone! This pair of platform flops keeps the relaxed feel of these loose cargos going strong.

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French Connection Chloette Wide Leg Cargo Pants

$11 at Bloomingdale's

Melissa Free Platform Flip Flop

$85 at Nordstrom

AIRE Ursa

$39 at Revolve

Lingerie Details with Heavy Duty Cargos

Garter straps are a fresh update on the lingerie movement, don't you think? Style a garter strap tank with a pair of super baggy and heavily pocketed cargo pants to recreate this look. Don't forget to add a bright green bag for a fun pop of color!

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Zara Rib Shirt With Straps

Now 65% Off

$8 at ZARA

JW PEI Gabbi Ruched Faux Leather Hobo

$89 at Nordstrom

Ponitrack Multi-Pocket Jeans Washed Cargo Pants Y2k Retro High Street High Waist Jeans

$55 at Amazon

A Butterfly Top with Cargos

Designers like Blumarine and Diesel have shown us that the Y2K revival is sticking around for a little bit longer. And nothing says Y2K quite like a butterfly crop top. Style it with a pair of white cargo pants and you'll look like you walked straight out of 2003 in the best and hottest way possible.

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MORE TO COME Lesia Butterfly Top

Now 29% Off

$48 at Revolve

Superdown Gisele Cargo Pant

$88 at Revolve

Rmerom Rectangle Y2k Sunglasses

$17 at Amazon

A Hoodie With Utility Cargos

Hailey Bieber is forever my inspo when it comes to the baggy off-duty model look. Mimic her style here by copping a pair of cargo track pants and a baggy zip-up hoodie. And of course, don't forget to add some bling!

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H&M Oversized Hooded Jacket

$25 at H&M

Adidas Originals Gorpcore Cargo Pants

$80 at ASOS

Mejuri Bold Herringbone Chain Necklace

$198 at Mejuri

A Barbiecore Cargo Moment

IDK about you, but seeing the Barbie movie might have been the highlight of my summer last year. Why don't we keep those Barbie pink vibes going this summer, too?! Spice up your pink pieces by pairing them with a hot pair of pink cargo pants.

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MANGO V-neck Knit Cardigan

Now 33% Off

$40 at Mango

Skims Knotted Micro Triangle Top

Now 48% Off

$28 at Skims

Skims Knotted Micro Triangle Top

$54 at Skims

QYANGG High Waist Cargo Pants

$30 at Amazon

An Eclectic Aesthetic

I've never met a cabana stripe I didn't like! Mix some contrasting colors for a fun and flirty look—and while you're at it, style your cargo pants with a bold sneaker. Together, you'll have an exciting and playful summer outfit.

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We The Free Freddie Striped Shirt

$128 at Free People

Gap Mid Rise '90s Loose Cargo Jeans

$90 at GAP

Salomon XT-6 Mindful 3 Sneaker

$200 at Revolve

A Head-to-Toe Grunge 'Fit

Julia Fox is the queen of grunge. She styles her oversized cargos just right with a micro top and boxy blazer. Try it out for yourself by playing with proportions—style a a micro bag like the one below with an oversized silhouette (or vice versa)!

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Tailored Oversized Blazer

Now 50% Off

$52 at Nasty Gal

Garage High Rise Wide Leg Cargo Jean

$90 at Garage

FantasyBear Small Purse

$25 at Amazon

A Denim-on-Denim Cargo Deal

The "Canadian tuxedo" can be quite a polarizing fashion statement but hey, I love it. Try refreshing your denim on denim outfits with a pair of baggy denim cargos like these below from Rag & Bone. Style them with a denim button-down shirt and a pair of black platform booties.

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Featherweight Cailyn Cargo - Vicky

Now 65% Off

$115 at rag & bone

H&M Feather Soft Denim Shirt

$35 at H&M

Coconuts by Matisse Duke Platform Bootie

Now 33% Off

$72 at Nordstrom$90 at Amazon

A Relaxed Tee With Slouchy Cargos

What's more perfect than a relaxed-fit cargo pant, some chucks, and a boxy tee? Nada. This is the type of outfit you can just throw on without even thinking and it'll always look good. Stylist's tip: I linked my favorite t-shirt from ATM. It has a great fit and is my go-to, everyday.

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ATM Collection Classic Jersey Short Sleeve Boy Tee

$75 at atmcollection.com

Lioness Miami Vice Pants Ehite

$80 at Princess Polly

Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Canvas

$65 at Converse

A Scarf Top With Tie-Dye Cargos

I just love the contrast of feminine and masculine pieces paired together in an outfit, and this 'fit is the perfect example of that. You'll be the ultimate cool girl in this type of 'fit this summer. Top it off with a pair of sleek sunglasses for more baddie realness.

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NASTY GAL Patchwork Print Strapless Satin Scarf Top

$30 at Nordstrom

Forever21 Twill Tie-Dye Cargo Pants

Now 40% Off

$24 at Forever 21

GUVIVI Wrap Around Fashion Sunglasses

$12 at Amazon

An Asymmetrical Orange Top With Camo Cargos

Camouflage and orange is such a great print/color combo. Take some inspo from this fit above and try it out for yourself! Add some dimension to the 'fit by trying a one-shoulder asymmetrical top like the one below from Zara.

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ZARA RUCHED ASYMMETRIC TOP

Now 69% Off

$8 at ZARA

Relaxed Cargo Pant

$46 at Abercrombie

Poppy Lissiman Tay Tay

$145 at poppylissiman.com

Leather Deets With Cargos

Add leather details to any look for a bit of structure. Love, love, love, how Gigi paired her cargo pants with a leather blazer, top-handle bag, and chunky loafers! Match her look by trying these cargos from ASOS, a leather blazer from Banana Republic, and some Steve Madden loafers.

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Banana Republic Vegan Leather Blazer

Now 28% Off

$115 at gapfactory.com

Asos Simmi Pocket Detail Wide Leg Jeans

Now 54% Off

$30 at ASOS

Steve Madden Lando Black

$80 at Steve Madden

A Mini Moment

You may think of your dad in the early 2000s when you hear "cargo shorts" but trust me, they can be worn by the fashion girlies too! Miu Miu and Fendi have shown cargo shorts in recent seasons in cute and stylish ways. Below are a couple of options for ya to try it for yourself!

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superdown Alyssa Cargo Short

$74 at Revolve

Lululemon Relaxed-Fit Super-High-Rise Cargo Short 4"

$49 at Lululemon

PacSun Olive Baggy Cargo Jorts

$55 at Pacsun

An Aviator Cargo Jumpsuit

Playsuit, romper, jumper—whatever you wanna call it—it's easy and super comfortable. I love the oversized shape paired with a sleek stiletto. Because of its larger silhouette, I suggest pairing this with a smaller handbag.

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Nocturne Women's Denim Cargo Jumpsuit - Blue

Now 55% Off

$135 at Macy's$120 at Nordstrom

Aldo Dyanna Heeled Sandal

Now 27% Off

$55 at Aldo

Charles & Keith Mini Croc-Effect Moon Bag

$76 at Charles Keith

A Mixed Combo With Cargos

Don't be afraid to be bold by mixing colors and prints! As long as you stick to a strict color scheme, the prints will play v nicely with each other. If you don't want to do too much print mixing, try opting for a solid-colored metallic bag like the one below from Marge Sherwood.

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AFRM Zadie Top Placed Citrus Swirl

$38 at shopafrm.com

Phortric Womens Cargo Jeans High Waisted Wide Leg

$40 at Amazon

Marge Sherwood Silver Large Bag

$430 at Ssense

A Varsity Jacket With Cargos

Sing it with me now: I feel so high school, every time I... wear a varsity jacket! If Taylor Swift's new song is making you feel like going back to HS, dust off your old letterman jacket and style it with some cargo pants for a preppy but slightly edgy look. Pair the look with slingback pointed-toe heel like shown below.

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Sézane Phoenix Jacket

$350 at Sezane

PacSun Low Rise Baggy Cargo Jeans

$65 at Pacsun

Franco Sarto Khloe Slingback Pump

Now 36% Off

$80 at francosarto.com

A Statement Top and Cargos

One! Big! Statement! Wearing a top that's larger-than-life makes for a great occasion ensemble. It's also the perf piece to go out partying with friends. The mantra? More is more! Try this fun floral bustier from Bardot paired with a classic pair of olive cargo pants for the perfect night out look.

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Bardot Fleurette Bustier

$119 at Revolve

Oma The Label CUBAN LINK COLLECTION

$59 at omathelabel.com

Abercrombie Curve Love Relaxed Cargo Pant

$90 at Abercrombie

A Tonal Look

You can style your utility pockets head-to-toe with absolutely any color, but I love how fresh and summery khaki looks. A pair of boots—combat to cowboy—will also do ya good. Check out the below pieces to recreate this look.

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Superdown Ashlyn Lace Up Top

$68 at Revolve

GUESS ORIGINALSS UO Exclusive Utility Cargo Pant

$98 at Urban Outfitters

Steve Madden Women's Lasso Western Boot

Now 11% Off

$153 at Amazon$76 at Nordstrom$190 at Walmart

Cassie Anderson

Fashion Director

Cassie Anderson is the fashion director for Cosmopolitan, where she leads celebrity styling and fashion continuity for the print magazine and the brand’s digital platforms. Cassie joined Cosmopolitan after 10 years of editing and styling at Harper’s BAZAAR. Cassie has also styled for other Hearst titles, including Elle, Town & Country, and Esquire. Follow her fabulous feed - featuring the A-list talent she’s styled - on Instagram and TikTok.