The pant trend is more popular than linen in 2026

Linen pants will always serve an important purpose in our warm-weather wardrobes, but it’s human nature to crave something shiny and new. And shiny is literally meant to describe the pant trend that’s taking the focus away from linen this season. About a month ago, we declared the taffeta pant the It pant style of spring and summer 2026, and our declaration has proven true again and again recently. The latest example comes by way of rising It girl Ella Hunt, who wore just a pair of black taffeta pants while promoting her role on Mindy Kaling’s new Hulu show, not suitable for work.

Hunt chose to pair her taffeta pants with equally eye-catching pieces, including pumps and a crinkled satin espresso-colored tank. But what I’ve noticed is that fashion girls are choosing to style the fancy pants trend in more casual ways, like with a tee and flip-flops. Whichever route you choose, you’re guaranteed to look cool and trend-forward this summer, just like Hunt and the taffeta pant-loving ladies pictured below. Scroll through for styling inspiration and to shop the best versions of the trend on the internet.