If you're a fan of pockets, then I have great news for you: Utility pants are about to be one of fall 2022's biggest trends. They encompass everything from carpenter (love a cute lil hammer loop!) to cargo styles, and the workwear-inspired look is ready to take over. Brands like Still Here, which released its popular Subway jeans, and Alex Mill, which launched its Phoebe Pants, helped the trend gain momentum among the fashion set earlier in the year, but come fall, I guarantee you won't be able to miss it.
Here, I rounded up 29 pairs of utility pants in all shapes, sizes, colors, and rises, so you're bound to find at least one that's up your alley. Don't let the practical aesthetic make you think that your styling options are limited, either. You can wear them with sneakers or heels, T-shirts or button-downs—or anything in between! Some designs are more tailored, and others are meant to look loose and relaxed, so it's totally up to you. For the upcoming season, check out the best alternatives to jeans and trending fall prints if you want even more style inspo.
Reformation
Harrison Carpenter High Rise Straight Pants
For an ultra-high rise, go with this pair.
Tibi
Garment Washed Twill Sam Jeans
The perfect cream has arrived.
Lioness
Miami Vice Pants
A warm chocolate-toned pair for under $100? Sign me up.
Good American
Good '90s Carpenter
These are available in white and a vivid green.
River Island
Utility Cargo Pants
This pair has a tailored look to them, so you can wear them in and out of the office.
Rag
Bone
Sands Cotton Tapered Cargo Pants
Normally, I avoid parachute pants, but something about this Rag
Bone pair has me changing my mind.
Still Here
Subway Wide-Straight Patchwork Jeans
The contrast stitching is so pretty on this pair.
Zara
Straight Cargo Pants
Sizes of these straight-leg cargo pants are selling quick—better hurry!
Dion Lee
Utility Blouson Pant
The visible hardware gives this style an added edge.
Frankie Shop
Hailey Cotton-Twill Cargo Pants
Keep things loose with this khaki style from Frankie Shop.
Levi's
Dad Utility Pants
The side pockets are actually so convenient.
Staud
Domino Pants
The added hammer loop on this leather pair gives them that utilitarian feel combined with a luxe aesthetic.
BDG
Rae Carpenter Pant
With a 4.5-star rating and more than 50 reviews, this style is hard to pass on.
Dickies
Straight Leg Carpenter Pant
You can't have a utilitarian-pant roundup without including Dickies. Rules are rules!
Ganni
Slub Cargo Pants
White contrast stitching on black pants is always irresistible.
Pilcro
Utility Pants
This pretty pair has a 4.2-star rating and comes in standard, plus, petite, and tall sizing. The range!
Stella McCartney
Mahogany Workwear Cropped Jeans
The statement design of this pair is worth whatever the hassle may be of getting them off and on.
Denimist
Chapel Carpenter High-Rise Slim-Leg Jeans
A cherry-red pair with a hammer loop will get you so many compliments.
The Ragged Priest
Combat Cargo Jean
Cargo jeans are often baggy, but this high-waisted style has slim pockets that reduce any bulk. You might want to go one size up, though, as reviewers say they can run small.
Mother
Snacks! The Fun Dip Utility Puddle Wide Leg Jeans
I always love two trends in one! Puddle and utility pants in this case.
Frame
Stretch Cotton Utility Pants
The forest green and extra seams upgrade this cropped pair.
Alex Mill
Neil Straight Leg Cotton
Linen Utility Pants
Linen isn't just for summer, FYI.
Madewell
Perfect Vintage Straight Workwear Pants
Oversize pockets are the key to my heart.
We the Free
Turn Away Tapered Carpenter Pants
Silver hardware stands out on a navy pair of carpenter jeans.
Everlane
The Utility Barrel Pant
The same shape as typical utility pants with a more subtle visible seam toward the hem.
Banana Republic
Voyage Cargo Pant
Sometimes, a coordinating belt really completes a look.
Rollas
Heidi Jean
The color of these pants makes them a great fall buy.
Frankie Shop
Maesa Pleated Woven Wide-Leg Cargo Pants
A coordinating vest completes the whole look.
Ciao Lucia
Andrea Color-Block Cargo Pants
A two-tone pair is great for those who don't like to commit to one color.
Lauren Adhav is a freelance fashion editor based in Los Angeles. Originally from Orlando, Florida, she got her start as the beauty and fashion editorial assistant at Cosmopolitan and worked her way up to fashion editor. She contributed to both the website and print issues, pitching new ideas, forecasting trends, covering red carpet events, and informing the overall coverage and brand voice.
After five years in NYC, she moved to Los Angeles. As a freelance fashion editor, she contributes to Cosmo, The Cut, and nowBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing
. She also spends an unhealthy amount of time online shopping for the perfect piece, and now that she's in L.A., she's rediscovering her soft spot for malls.