5 Fresh Ways to Wear the Cargo Trend This Spring/Summer

15 May 5 Fresh Ways to Wear the Cargo Trend This Spring/Summer

Posted at 06:25h in Fashion, Seasonal, Trends by found-store 1 Comment

Whether you are a fan or not, the cargo trend has been making a notable comeback for a few seasons now. Off the back of the long-standing y2k renaissance and ongoing penchant for 90s and 00s minimalism, this throw-back trend has shown no sign of waning. If you didn’t succumb to the nostalgia initially, or this trend’s functional benefits, the sheer prominence of cargo and utility styling might have reeled you in by now. Plus, the many iterations make it almost impossible not to find a pair that appeals to your style.

As your jeans take a well-deserved break for the warmer months, cargo pants make a strong case as the casual trouser to reach for. Whilst we love a pulled-together tailored trousers look, when you are looking for something more ready for action, a cargo pant makes a whole lotta sense. Not to mention, as the weather warms up, a summer-ready cargo skirt. Yes, so many ways to wear this hands-free trend. Here are 5 ways to work the cargo trend into your 2023 spring and summer outfits…

The New Season Cargo Pants

From chic tailored iterations to summer-ready linen pairs, cargo pants are an easy spring/summer staple when it gets a little too warm for jeans. Any day now…

Flowy fabric. Wide-leg design. Cargo design. Loops. Two side pockets. Two cargo pockets. Concealed button, hook and zip fastening. Dart detail. — **Mango Wideleg cargo style trousers, £79.99**

For a pulled-together cargo look, Mango is on to a winner with these chic tailored cream trousers that can easily be dressed up or down.

Mer + Em relaxed low-rise khaki cargo trousers are an elevated casual staple boasting our key intelligent design details that elevate the style so that it holds its own with polished tailoring. — **Me + Em Relaxed Low-Rise Cargo Trouser, £165.00**

Me + Em’s wide-leg low-rise pair are perfect for casual days. If these are a little out of your price range, check out Monki’s green cotton low-rise cargo pants too.

The COS cargo trousers are our contemporary take on utility styles. Crafted from a lightweight blend of lyocell and linen, they're tailored with wide, full-length legs and detailed with large flapped pockets. Dress them up with a waistcoat and heels. — **COS WIDE-LEG LINEN-BLEND CARGO TROUSERS, £89**

COS’ linen-blend wide-leg cargo trousers are a chic and versatile wardrobe staple.

Reformation oatmeal coloured ethan linen pan has Cargo pocket detail, Drawstring elastic waist, and Oversized fit. — **Reformation Ethan Linen Pant Es, £200**

The Reformation Ethan Linen Pant comes in sizes 1-3X in Oatmeal as well as 3 other shades in XS-XL (We like the chic white). For a similar vibe check out the Weekday menswear section for their equally easy-breezy Linen Parachute Pant.

The Frankie Shop imparts a fluidity to these grey cargo trousers, cut to a high waist and wide leg from technical cloth that falls in a flattering relaxed drape. — **THE FRANKIE SHOP Maesa canvas wide-leg cargo trousers, £188**

The Frankie Shops grey Maesa wide-leg cargo trousers look perfect with chic sandals and a white tank top for minimal 00s vibes. Try these Monki tailored cargo trousers for a similar look on a budget.

Frankie Shop's Hailey cargo pants will add some utilitarian flair to off-duty looks. They're made from durable cotton denim and designed for an ultra-oversized fit, with cargo pockets along the legs and adjustable ankle cuffs. — **THE FRANKIE SHOP Hailey high-rise denim cargo pants, £156**

If you’re going to do denim, make it spring-ready in crisp white. H&M’s 90s Baggy Cargo Jeans in white are also a great option.

Mango beige Satin cargo trousers. Flowy fabric. Cargo design. Long design. Elasticated waist. Loops. Two side pockets. Two cargo pockets. Two pockets with flaps on the back. — **Mango Satin cargo trousers, £59.99**

Mango’s satin cargo trousers are a great evening option if you want to wade into the world of silky options. Pair with heels and gold jewellery for a slinky and chic look.

The Easy-Breezy Parachute Pants

If you’re feeling a switch up from your classic cargo pants, then there are more and more chic (yes, I said it) parachute pants hitting the shelves. Hailey Bieber’s favourite everyday pair are from Jaded London, but whether high-street or high-end, there are plenty of variations on the theme. With less of a structured fit parachute pants easily lend themselves to a casual warm-weather look, especially in summer-ready linen fabrications.

Mango brown 100% linen Cargo pants are the perfect spring/summer 2023 trousers. Elastic waist with tie closure. Four flap pockets on the front. Two welt pockets on the back. Drawstring hem. — **Mango Linen cargo pants, £55.99**

The perfect partner to this season’s minimalist sandals, this chic linen pair are ready to be your go-to summer trouser. They could easily be dressed up for summer evenings with gold jewellery and this season’s minimalist bandeau top.

An easy way to wear the parachute pant trend Mango's 100% cotton pair come in a flowy fabric with a Medium rise waist with inner adjustable elastic toggle fastening as well as a Concealed zip and button fastening. Two side pockets & Two patch pockets on the back. Hem with elastic band. These come in black. — **Mango Parachute trousers, £49.99**

If you like the traditional toggle style, but can’t be dealing with too much in the way of volume these low-key black Mango parachute pants are a good bet. They also come in beige.

Weekday khaki parachute trousers made from a blend of cotton and recycled cotton. Details include slanted pockets, a metal zip closure with zip shield, patch on pockets on the thighs with velcro closure, a drawstring waistband, and herringbone drawstrings at the end of the leg. — **Weekday Skyler Parachute Trousers, £57**

Weekday’s parachute pant selection is impressive. The Skylar style is satisfyingly oversized and comes in 3 shades including this classic khaki.

H&M black Loose-fit cargo trousers in a textured weave with a low, elasticated waist. Side pockets with a flap and press-stud, a flap patch pocket on each leg and decorative pocket flaps at the back. Drawstring at the waist and hem. — **H&M Drawstring-detail parachute trousers, £34.99**

H&M’s crinkle textured drawstring detail parachute pants are a chic option.

The Ginerva cargo pants from Agolde are made from cotton poplin and cut into a relaxed silhouette. The tonal design has oversized pockets and drawstring detailing on the waist and hem ensures a customizable fit. — **AGOLDE Ginerva cotton poplin cargo pants, £311**

Pair these baggy-fit parachute pants with a minimalist tank or crop top to balance out the volume.

Welcome to the next phase of Topshop
Low rise
Toggle waist
Functional pockets
Adjustable cuffs
Baggy fit — **Topshop low rise baggy toggle parachute trouser in grey, £55.00**

If you’re after the 2009 Jennifer Aniston vibe, then this oversized low-rise Topshop toggle pair are for you. Check out this similar drawstring option in grey if they are sold out in your size, or this black pair from the ASOS Design Curve Collection.

The Cargo Mini Skirt

Warmer days are coming and it’s almost time to give our legs some airtime. A functional but cute cargo mini skirt is a fail-safe option this season.

Arket cargo Mini skirt in khaki is made from a cotton linen blend. Cut for an A-line silhouette and detailed with oversized bellow pockets. Waistband with belt loops and hook-and-bar closure. Zip fly. Unlined. — **Arket Cargo Mini Skirt, £69**

Wear Arket’s cargo mini skirt as per the styling, paired perfectly with a staple white tank and versatile spring jacket to beat the chill. It comes in classic utility green or black.

Put a casual spin on a classic style with this miniskirt from Wardrobe NYC. Crafted from breathable cotton, it's finished with spacious cargo pockets. — **WARDROBE.NYC Cotton cargo miniskirt, £500**

Wardrobe NYC’s cargo miniskirt in cotton is a versatile choice. If you are after a more affordable option, see this H&M low-waisted utility skirt.

Inspired by utilitarian design, Dion Lee's wrap mini skirt features double buckles and cargo pockets. It's cut from denim that's been garment- and reverse-dyed for a gradient effect. Style yours with a cropped top to showcase the 'V'-shaped waistband. — **DION LEE Utility denim wrap mini skirt, £680**

Dion Lee knows a thing or two about how to elevate a cargo mini skirt.

Belted patch pocket cargo skirt crafted from a woven cotton blend featuring large bellow patch pockets and belted waist secured with a silver metal D-ring and large belt loops with zip fly closure in a short silhouette — **& Other Stories Belted Patch Pocket Cargo Skirt, £65.00**

& Other Stories utility belted mini is selling like hotcakes and it has just dropped in beige.

Introducing The Mimi Mini by Peachy Den, carefully and consciously crafted with 100% recycled nylon. The Mimi Mini is a wrap skirt with D-ring detailing, buttons, and two peachy back pockets embellished with a purple drawstring and toggle, for a technical look inspired by the 90s. — **Peachy Den The Mimi Mini, £90**

If you’re a fan of Peachy Den’s sell-out Mimi Parachute pants, then you might want to check out their newly launched Mimi mini skirt made from 100% recycled nylon. The perfect 90s utility look.

The Versatile Midi or Maxi Skirt

If you’re looking for a more weather-proof option, try a classic midi or 2023 favourite maxi skirt. It will do you no wrong this season.

Reformation Ethan cargo midi skirt in black has Cargo pockets, a Drawstring at the waist and a Relaxed fit with cargo pockets on the side. — **Reformation Ethan Skirt, £200**

Reformation’s Ethan Skirt is just as good as their aforementioned Ethan cargo pants.

Calf-length skirt in a crisp cotton weave. Loose fit with covered elastication and an elasticated drawstring with a cord stopper at the waist. Flap pockets at each side of the front, fake back pockets with a flap and a straight-cut hem with a high slit at the back. Unlined. — **H&M Parachute cotton skirt, £24.99**

This H&M parachute midi skirt is selling fast. It also comes in white, grey, and black. If you’re a fan but like a longer length, check out the Weekday Parachute Maxi Skirt too.

Reformation khaki Maggi cargo midi skirt is a straight fit, cargo skirt and features a front zipper fly, front slash pockets, side cargo pockets, and sits right below the waist. — **Reformation Maggi Cargo Midi Skirt, £168**

A classic.

This utility maxi skirt is Aligne’s take on the classic five-pocket jean design, but in a skirt and cotton twill version. Featuring a centre-front cut-away for a flattering look, this cargo skirt comes in a natural beige hue that’s designed to go with anything. — **Aligne HERSHY UTILITY MAXI COTTON SKIRT, €88,95**

Our favourite Aligne maxi cargo skirt in chic beige is still in stock and so ready for spring/summer.

Zara khaki green High-waist cargo skirt with a front flap pockets. Front slit at the hem. Fastens at the front with golden zip. — **Zara CARGO MIDI SKIRT WITH ZIP, £32.99**

Unsurprisingly Zara’s zip detail cargo midi skirt is selling at pace. If you don’t have luck, check out their linen-blend midi skirt, a more casual option that is perfect for summer.

The Cargo Layering Piece

A cargo jacket never goes out of style, ditto the versatile utility overshirt. Equally at home thrown over a floral slip dress, as a pair of chic tailored trousers, this staple transitional jacket makes a solid investment whatever the season.

& Other Stories beige Cargo pocket drawcord jacket crafted from cotton accented with two large chest cargo pockets, two front flap pockets, a drawstring waist and a front placket concealing a zip and snap button closure and a classic turn-down collar. Finished with adjustable cuffs with snap button fixtures and topstitch detailing. — **& Other Stories Cargo Pocket Drawcord Jacket, £135**

& Other Stories cargo pocket drawcord jacket already sold out in classic utility khaki, so don’t sleep on this chic cream version.

Mango Denim style cotton fabric. Straight design. Shirt-style collar. Long buttoned sleeve. Two front flap pockets. Button fastening on the front section. — **Mango Pocket denim overshirt, £35.99**

For a light take on the trend Mango’s pocket denim overshirt in khaki is so versatile. It also comes in a cute pale pink if you want to switch things up.

Arket's black Parka-style cargo jacket made from a cotton-linen blend with a relaxed fit and raglan sleeves is the perfect spring/summer 2023 layer. Closes with zip and hidden press buttons. Detailed with stand up collar, chest patch pockets, slanted welt pockets and adjustable drawstring at waist. — **Arket Drawstring Jacket, £229.00**

Fan’s of Raey’s Giant Combat Parka will want to see Arket’s new oversized drawstring jacket too…

LOEWE Leather-trimmed linen-blend twill jacket, £1,200

Loewe’s leather-trimmed linen-blend jacket is an investment you will return to every year.

H&M khaki Loose-fit utility jacket in cotton twill with a collar, concealed press-studs down the front and a yoke at the back. Dropped shoulders, shoulder tabs and a tab at the cuffs with a press-stud, a drawstring at the waist and bellows chest and front pockets. Unlined. — **H&M+ Cotton twill utility jacket, £49.99**

This H+M+ cotton twill utility jacket is a great throw-on option. Weekday’s Hayden Workwear Jacket comes in a similar style in a darker tone of olive, or a neutral ecru.

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