Women's 1920s Pants

These 1920s women's pants are high-waisted and wide in the leg, with a button detail, inspired by the relaxed trousers women began wearing for leisure in the late 1920s. They come in black, in sizes S to XL. Pair them with a tucked-in blouse to show off the high waist.

Wide-Leg Women's Pants in 1920s Fashion

Most women still wore skirts in town during the 1920s, but wide trousers appeared for the beach, sport and lounging, the so-called beach pajamas, and became more common in the 1930s. These pants follow that loose, high-waisted line rather than a slim modern cut.

Styling Black High-Waisted Women's Pants

Tuck in a cream bow blouse and add a cloche and Mary Jane heels for a 1920s office look. For a Gatsby party, try a sequin camisole, a long faux pearl necklace and a feather headband. More ideas are in our 1920s outfits.

Fit and Length

The waist sits high and the leg falls wide to the ankle. The leg has been lengthened, which helps taller women, and the waist fastens with a button closure.

1920s Women's Pants FAQ

What are pants with suspender buttons called?

Trousers with buttons inside the waistband for braces are often called brace-button trousers. They close with a button at the waist; for braces, choose a clip-on pair.

Did women wear pants in the 1920s?

Some did, mostly for leisure, sport and the beach; trousers were still daring for evening and city wear.

What tops work with them?

Fitted blouses, tucked-in knits and short jackets, which balance the wide leg.