A good friend of mine finally got a job — which is miraculous with the current state of unemployment. She told me that her budget for new work clothes is kind of tight, but she needs to look professional for her new job. Beyond finding the best sales, my advice for stretching anyone’s clothing budget is to stick to neutral essentials that easily mix-and-match to create multiple outfits. Basic bottoms, like these Gray Soho Straight Leg Pants, are a necessary foundation to any office wardrobe.

Color and professional style are the key elements that make these pants a good investment. This particular shade of gray, along with the subtle vertical tone-on-tone texture, is an excellent base to work off of. Not too light and not too dark, this color should match almost any top, which means you can wear this pair of pants several times during the week. With a straight leg design, buyers won’t have to worry about these pants becoming dated. Such a simplistic silhouette works in any season, and it’s a classic design with guaranteed longevity.

Some stylistic features give these pants a touch of attitude. Square front pockets are cutesy and functional. An adjustable tab waistband controls the fit without unsightly gathers common to elastic waistbands. As a final touch, the double button closure adds a little sparkle to the garment.

Although these pants are pricey at $58, they are durable for long day wear and appropriate for almost any occasion.

Features Of The Above Double Button Closure With Zip Fly Work Pant