5 pant trends that are in for 2026 and 3 that are out, according to stylists

Different denim styles, fitted-yet-flared pants, and athleisure looks are trending this year, but some fashions are already going out of style.

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• Business Insider spoke with three stylists about which pants trends are in and out for 2026.
• The stylists predict bootcut jeans, metallic finishes, and leather pants will be popular this year.
• However, they said, we probably won't see super-flared pants and distressed denim nearly as much.

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