Crop It Like It’s Hot: The 15 Best Capri Pants Worth Knowing About

Photo: Courtesy Of Muse The Label And Paloma Wool (l To R)

Yes, ankle-baring silhouettes are back. And yes, we’ve compiled the best capri pants worth knowing about right now. Welcome to the Isle of Capri (pants).

Words by Simone Richardson · Updated on 08 Jan 2026 · Published on 26 Aug 2024

You’re probably thinking, “really?” and honestly, same. There’s something incredibly jarring about watching a full fashion cycle play out – we’re almost never ready for it and it’s often the subject of polarising debate.

But unlike the revival of low-rise jeans, I’m not mad about the comeback of capri pants. In fact, I welcome it.

Style icons like Audrey Hepburn and Marilyn Monroe popularised this calf-baring silhouette and broke pants into the mainstream for women at a time when they were previously reserved for men.

And while Hepburn’s legendary Sabrina look from the 1954 film spotlighted a classic, black pair with a cinched waist fit, it turns out capri pants are actually much more versatile than I once thought.

There are modern, timeless staples to refresh your capsule wardrobe, as well as vibrant statement pieces that add zing to the everyday outfit. Loose, Bermudian styles are perfect for comfortable wear, while more figure-hugging tights have “ date night ” written all over them.

Whichever it is, here are our favourite picks – plus how to style them – so you can get ready for spring, stat.

Fifteen of the best capri pants

Paloma Wool Bourgeois capri shorts

$370

Paloma Wool is a Spanish brand that’s always reimagining the fashion of a bygone era. Follow the styling cues of retailer Incu and wear neutral tones up top with silver ballet pumps down below.

Buy at Incu

The Frankie Shop Emersyn capri pants

$395

The Frankie Shop is owned by a New Yorker originally from France, whose trademark style is smart, structured suiting. Capris are a natural offering for the brand and you can pick up a pair in black, charcoal or burgundy.

Buy at The Frankie Shop

Matteau long chino shorts

$632.32

If you’re still adjusting to the idea of cropped pants, inch your way there with a pair of bermuda shorts. Made from organic cotton-blend in Australia, this Matteau set features a wide leg cut with a 90s-inspired waist.

Buy at FWRD

Acne Studios pink corduroy shorts

$630

Attention, corduroy is also back. This set of shorts from Acne Studios have been crafted in an organic-grown cotton and washed in a tango pink, seamlessly designed for those grey sky days where a pop of colour is a must.

Buy at Ssense

Guizio Caria black capri leggings

$265

Guizio is all about form-fitting silhouettes, and so these black capris in a stretch rayon and nylon blend make total sense here. Featuring bow accents at the leg’s cuff, this pair does in fact feel very cutesy and very demure.

Buy at Ssense

Muse The Label Gwen capri pants

$325

Designed and made in Melbourne by a mother and daughter duo, the Gwen pants are a slow and sustainable approach to the iconic capri style. Design seams through the front and back add texture and contrast, and the charcoal hue makes for ultimate wardrobe versatility.

Buy at Muse The Label

Kahe Back Buckle long shorts

$336

Jorts have played a big part in the journey to capris and this list would simply be incomplete without a nod to that history. This pair from Melbourne brand Kahe is available in black and indigo and features a vintage-inspired belt buckle that sits at the back.

Buy at Error404

Jacquemus Caraco cropped pants

$817

Leave it to Jacquemus to make classic capri pants even sexier. Slim-fitting with lingerie-inspired straps, this pair has been woven in a wool blend and spotlights a gold-toned buckle that welcomes your match of accessories.

Buy at The Outnet

St Agni black bermuda shorts

$449

If you’re looking for a looser-fitting capri, the bermuda shorts from St Agni are ideal for a slouchy yet polished look. Crafted in a wool blend, this style is completely trans-seasonal and will pair perfectly with everything from riding boots to leather sandals.

Buy at St Agni

Christopher Esber silk pedal pusher

$590

The mahogany pedal pushers by Australian designer Christopher Esber redefine the casual dress code. Silk in fabric and fitted in cut, it’s garments like this that win you over to the capri-naissance.

Buy at Christopher Esber

The Frankie Shop Romane capri shorts

$230

The Frankie Shop strikes again, but this time in a shorter variant. Is beige the dark horse in this race to find the best capri pants? Combine with a pointed mule and an oversized blazer for The Frankie Shop’s trademark look.

Buy at The Frankie Shop

Issey Miyake Pleats Please cropped trousers

$653

For a textural choice that can be dressed up or down, the iconic Pleats Please collection by Issey Miyake is a must. Take styling cues from the brand’s retailer Farfetch and match with leather clogs.

Buy at Farfetch

Mode Mischief bamboo capri pants

$117.70

“But what about comfort?” I hear you say. The Mode Mischief capri uses a soft, heavy-weight bamboo jersey and features a subtle flare at the hem to ease the slow – but inevitable – trend back to skinny jeans. They’re also made in Australia.

Buy at Mode Mischief Studio

J Crew Kate linen capri pants

$164

J Crew is all about making modern classics with character and the brand’s capri pants are no exception. Designed with a straight line cut in a stretch linen blend, it’s set to become that feel-good staple you’ll always reach for.

Buy at J Crew

Jacquemus Le Pantalon Areia capri trousers

$478

The French are synonymous with a cropped pant, so here’s another option by Jacquemus. Made from a faded jute and silk blend, this style features contrast stitching that pops when accompanied by tangerine or coral.

Buy at The Outnet

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