Because cargo pants have so much detailing, from pockets to zippers to straps, pulling off the look can be tricky. Meredith Barnett, fashion editor at Lucky magazine, suggests pairing them with something simple, like a tank top. “For a more refined look,” she says, “stick with the full-length cargo pants instead of the Capri cut, add fun jewelry and either a pair of stilettos or a midsize heel.” Men should avoid anything fancy and go with the traditional baggy variety, pairing them with sandals or trainers. The most important thing to look for? Something very unfashionable: comfort.
