The 9 Best Linen Pants for Men in 2025, Tested by Style Editors

Sailwind’s linen pants topped the list because it hardly wrinkles, feels super comfortable and looks great in every setting beyond the beach. The fabric blend, primarily linen with rayon and viscose, stood out in testing for its breathability, drape, and softness against the skin. Not all linen pants come with stretch, but surprisingly this pair has some give, allowing me to take big strides on the boardwalk and kneel down to tie my sandals without feeling restricted.

When I packed my summer capsule wardrobe for a work trip, I used the ranger roll technique to keep things compact and wrinkle-free, and it worked. After unpacking, I didn’t spot a single crease in sight, which is more than I can say for other pairs that come out like a crinkled napkin. I also wore these multiple days in a row, and the fabric held its shape well without bagging in the knees or seat.In terms of fit, the straight-leg cut has a relaxed thigh and seat, which provides a tailored look that’s not too tight. It also passed the sweat test during a humid afternoon walk. My legs didn’t overheat, and the fabric stayed dry to the touch.

Style-wise, these pants are very versatile: I’ve worn them with a tank to the beach, a polo for a resort dinner, and even the office with loafers and a tucked-in tee. It’s also become my go-to for morning coffee runs, proving that it’s as reliable in real life as it is on vacation.

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Todd Snyder makes a sharp pair of linen pants that can do way more than just dressy occasions. Our Deputy Editor Christian Gollayan wore them on a beach day that turned into a long dinner with friends, and then again to a “cocktail attire” wedding with a blazer and open-collar shirt. They looked polished every time. But the real surprise? He now wears them to the office, too. They pair easily with dress shirts or knit polos and never feel out of place.

The secret’s in the fabric. Todd Snyder sourced this linen from an Italian mill that’s been around since the ‘70s, and it shows. Of all the drawstring linen pants we’ve tested, this pair looks the most like real trousers, not loungewear. But thanks to the hidden elastic waistband, they still feel as comfortable as joggers. They also took way longer to wrinkle than your average linen pair and held up through multiple wears before needing a wash, which is key, since over-washing can wear linen down fast.

Contrary to popular belief, linen pants can be suitable for the office as long as they look professional. Take this pair from J. Crew. It has a tailored cut, crisp drape, and subtle styling details that give the polish of dress pants with the comfort of summer-ready linen. I’ve dressed it up with a sweater polo and loafers, and looked cleaned up for every meeting on my calendar.

Also, I found these pants feel much cooler than cotton chinos and jeans when the summer heat hits the high 80s. I didn’t sweat on my commute to work or experience any swampy feeling down in the muggy subway station. When we took the grey fine stripe for a spin to the office and a couple evening events, we found that the subtle pattern helps hide the rumpled look that inevitably comes with pure linen.

Instead of rocking stuffy denim in the summer, these 100% linen pants give you the same slim, sharp look, without the heat. This pair is cut like your favorite jeans but feel way breezier. Our testers wore it for cocktail receptions, dinner pirates, and even casual office days, and it held up in both polish and comfort. The subtle striped patterns also spruce up your fits, especially if you’re looking to break away solid neutrals.

That said, we’ve been testing this pair since 2022 on a range of body types and it’s worth noting: the slim fit is not the best pick for guys with beefy thighs, and there’s not much stretch. So, maybe skip it for long-haul travel or situations where you’re sitting for hours. But if you want a crisp, lightweight pant that dresses up easily and doesn’t scream beachwear, this one nails that balance. For leaner builds, it’s a reliable go-to you’ll keep reaching for every summer.

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Looking for linen pants that feel as comfortable as your favorite joggers but still look put-together? Ably’s are the ones to beat. Of all the linen trousers we tested, these were hands-down the most comfortable—so light and breathable it almost felt like we weren’t wearing anything at all. And yet, they looked sharp enough to pass at the office with a button-down and clean sneakers.The fabric is not just soft; it’s engineered with smart features: odor-resistant, stain-repellent, and quick-drying.

We put them through sweaty commutes, coffee spills, and even a sudden summer downpour, and they held up every time without clinging, smelling, or showing stains. Sure, they’ll run you $120, but you’re getting serious performance that most linen pants can’t touch. And because they don’t wrinkle like crazy or soak up sweat, you’ll get way more wear out of them with way less maintenance.

Most linen pants on Amazon tear easily after a few wears, but that wasn’t the case with Coofandy’s performance trousers. Some linen pants give pajamas energy, but these durable pants resemble more of a chino, but with a drawstring waistband. We tested a lot of drawstring summer pants on casual occasions and tropical vacations, yet this was the most comfortable.

Thanks to the roomy cut that drapes neatly down, we felt an occasional breeze up the leg. The fabric blend consists of polyester, linen, and viscose, feels light as a feather on the skin and doesn’t cling to the body on sticky days.

It’s so sharp, I’ve worn it for multiple occasions in one day: a long day at the office, followed by an evening out; on the beach, later for an oceanside lunch. No matter how long I’m sitting down or keep this pair folded up, the fabric doesn’t wrinkle easily like the Mango’s regular fit. Also, it’s super low-maintenance: I tossed it in the washer, and let it air dry for a quick easy cleaning.

If you want the best midweight linen pants that can handle the heat, look no further than Abercrombie’s pull-on pair. It’s designed with a solid fabric, great fit, and wears easily. We tested these on everything from work commutes to beach weekends, and they held up across the board. The linen-viscose blend is the real MVP here. It’s soft and breathable like classic linen but has a bit more heft, so it drapes clean without clinging or wrinkling like tissue paper. That midweight feel makes it perfect for guys who run hot but still want something polished. It’s breezy enough for summer but not so thin that it feels flimsy.

Fit-wise, this one’s a crowd-pleaser. All of our testers who have athletic and lean body types found room in the seat and thighs (so you’re not getting pinched when you sit or move), but it tapers just enough below the knee to keep things sharp. The elastic waistband adds comfort points: you get the ease of sweats without looking like you just rolled out of bed. We wore these with tanks, polos, and even tucked-in button-ups, and they passed the vibe check every time.

Banana Republic’s linen-cotton pant is sharp enough to take you from your next flight to dinner. The fabric is blended with elastane, so you have a bit of give not to feel restricted in one of those cramped airplane seats. A lot of travel pants lean sporty—think nylon blends or performance fabrics—but these feel way more polished. The linen gives them breathability, the cotton keeps them soft, and that touch of elastane adds just enough stretch so you don’t feel stiff sitting on a plane for hours.

Unlike pure linen pants that can wrinkle the second you move, this one holds its drape and doesn’t end up looking like you just rolled them out of a suitcase. I wore it on a five-hour flight from New York to California, and didn’t feel stiff, which I can’t say about dressier pants. When I landed, I still looked crisp enough to grab a bite to eat without needing to change. In terms of fit, it’s got a sharp, tailored vibe, but the fabric feels light and easy on the skin, closer to your favorite lounge pant than the usual dress trouser.

How Should I Wear Linen Pants?

Linen pants are all about casual and looking laidback, so naturally, styling with them should be just as such. Some of our editors’ favorite ways to wear linen pants include sporting them with camp collar shirts or Hawaiian shirts and sandals, slides, or even flip-flops. I personally love to wear linen pants under an unbuttoned short-sleeve shirt and a tank top underneath. Of course, the ritual of casual t-shirts worn tucked into linen pants is a no-brainer.

Should you like to dress up in linen pants—and you in fact can—then topping them off with polo shirts is the best way to go about that. Dress shirts and button-downs will look equally elevated in linen pants if you have the right pair—just make sure to tuck them in. And for a full casual but still formal look, consider wearing linen pants with loafers or boat shoes.