Insomniac Sale Picks: Quality Work Trousers

*In this late-night feature – which will run Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday of each week – I’ll gather up three fun items that are currently on sale online and share them with you! I would LOVE suggestions: Stylish wide-width pumps? Classic v-necked sweaters? Chandelier earrings? Petite dress slacks? What would you like to see featured?*

Garrett requested a few picks for quality work trousers, so here we go:

Ann Taylor Curvy Tropical Wool Trouser  – was $129, now $77.40
with code TRENDS40

Garrett was specifically hoping for some dressier-than-cotton options, and tropical wool is a classic. These trousers are lined, but tropical wool is lightweight and meant to work year-round. Available in sizes 00 -18, including some petite and tall sizes. (Non-curvy tropical wool options from Ann Taylor here and here.)

Eddie Bauer Slightly Curvy Wool Gabardine Trouser – was $139.95, now $129.95

Not sure why all the sale pants are some variant of a “curvy” style, but these are less so than the Ann Taylor pair. With a mid-rise and just a hint of stretch, these lined wool trousers are also a good bet for all-season wear. Available in heather brown, heather gray, and black in sizes 2 – 20 including some petite and tall sizes.

Anne Klein Tropical-Wool-Blend Bootcut Pant – was $99, now $79.20
with code BRANDS

These are a wool/polyester/stretch blend and unlined, so I’m hoping they’re a nice soft weave. If a wide, trouser leg doesn’t suit you, this slightly contoured boot cut could be a great alternative. They look black, but these pants are navy blue. Available in sizes 0 -16.

Other not-currently-on-sale resources for quality work trousers:

1. Banana Republic  – Although quality can vary, BR is my main source for work basics like trousers. Shop in fall and winter when fabrics are heavier.
2. Talbots – With petite, plus, petite plus, tall, and standard sizes, Talbots gets the prize for best size diversity.
3. Brooks Brothers – With styles from wide legged to skinny and lots of quality materials, this legacy brand is a good bet.
4. And, of course, THRIFT STORES! Durable goods like lined wool trousers typically hold up to use, so they’re good bets for thrifting. (thethriftshopper.com can help you locate stores near you.)

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