Apparel and Gear Fashion This Jennifer Garner-Approved Brand Makes the Comfiest Work Pants I've Ever Worn The office-ready trousers are soft and stretchy — and they make my butt look amazing. By Chloe Irving Chloe Irving Instagram Chloe Irving is a lead commerce writer for Shape with two years of experience covering fitness, wellness, and beauty. After joining Dotdash Meredith in 2021, she became a shopping writer for both Shape and InStyle.Since graduating from Brown University where she was a student-athlete, Chloe became an avid runner, powerlifter, yogi, and triathlete. Today, she's passionate about informing readers about injury prevention products and fitness gear. She spends her free time obsessing over the newest skin-care trends and hair products. Shape's editorial guidelines Published on April 5, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email We independently research, test, review, and recommend the best products—learn more about our process. If you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. Photo: Courtesy of Merchant Like so many people, I'm finally returning to the office after years of working from home, and while I'm ready for the change, my wardrobe is not. Leggings won't do and the skinny trousers I bought for my college internship in 2019 are looking very, well, 2019. In desperate need of an update, I asked my most stylish friend for advice, and her rec was, at first, a bit surprising: from Spanx. If you're like me and still associate Spanx with shapewear, think again. The brand is also the mastermind behind Jennifer Garner's favorite leggings, Jennifer Lopez's sexy leather pants, and even Oprah-approved trousers that are more than work-friendly. Scrolling through the site, I saw pair after pair of office-ready bottoms that I loved, and couldn't make up my mind until I spied the Perfect Pant Hi-Rise Flares (Buy It, $148, spanx.com). Made from Spanx's signature ponte fabric, these wrinkle-proof slacks feature a compressive waistband that smooths the front and even lifts your booty. The flared design is so on-trend, yet the simple silhouette pairs perfectly with a blazer or blouse for an instantly put together look. Plus, the four-way stretch fabric allows for easy, constriction-free movement, a must for anyone who uses public transportation on a daily basis. (Pssst: People Say Amazon's Best-Selling Work Pants Feel Like "Fancy Sweatpants") Spanx Buy It: The Perfect Pant Hi-Rise Flare, $148, spanx.com The first time I tried them on, I was instantly in love. I have long legs, and the bit of extra length was much appreciated. On one of my work-from-home days I wore them to my favorite coffee shop, and used every reflective surface in my path as an opportunity to stare at my butt, which looked more toned and perky than ever. But the best part? These pants feel like soft, stretchy leggings. Even after eight hours of working from a hard bench, I didn't want to run home to rip them off. For any occasion I can't wear sweatpants, these magical trousers are my go-tos. Shop them on spanx.com to claim office hot girl status while staying comfy all day. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit