The High Waist Cargo Pants In Colorblock are built around the principle that functional design and clean silhouette don't have to be mutually exclusive. The cargo pocket layout provides genuine storage capacity — enough to carry a phone, wallet, and keys across all pockets without the pants looking loaded down. The cut sits between streetwear and everyday casual, which means they work as well running errands as they do for weekend travel or a casual night out.
What Sets These Cargo Pants Apart
- Cargo pocket configuration — more usable daily storage than standard pants without the bulk of tactical workwear
- High-rise waistband sitting approximately 25–27cm from the crotch seam — elongates the visible leg line and stays in place through movement
- Colour block design — two distinct colour panels with a clean division; pick the more muted of the two block colours for your top for a coordinated result
- Available in sizes L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL — see the size guide below before ordering
Fit & Sizing
Size to your hip measurement first, then consider the rise. The high waistband sits approximately 25–27cm from the crotch seam — for most people that's 3–4cm above the navel. If you have a short torso, the waistband may land closer to the bra line, which can feel uncomfortable when seated for long periods. Size for the hip and thigh; if the waistband has a little extra room, a belt fixes it cleanly. Going down a size to get a tighter waistband at the expense of hip room is the wrong trade. Sizes: L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL.
How to Style
Pick one of the two block colours and match your top to it — this ties the outfit together rather than adding a third competing colour. Keep accessories minimal: one hardware tone and shoes in a colour that appears in the pants. The colour block is already a statement — the supporting pieces should be quiet. Monochromatic shoes in one of the block colours create a longer leg line than shoes in a third contrasting colour.
Fabric & Care
Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle — this is the single most important step for extending the life of any fashion fabric. Avoid high-heat tumble drying for the first 5–10 washes, which is when colour and fibre integrity are most vulnerable. Turn inside-out before washing to protect the outer face from friction and uneven fading.
| Size |
US |
Hip Size |
Inseam |
Length |
Thigh |
Waist Size |
| L |
12 |
44.5 |
36.6 |
48.4 |
28.2 |
35.6 |
| XL |
14 |
46.9 |
36.6 |
48.8 |
29.5 |
38 |
| 2XL |
16 |
49.2 |
36.6 |
49.2 |
30.8 |
40.4 |
| 3XL |
18 |
51.6 |
36.6 |
49.6 |
32.1 |
42.7 |
| 4XL |
20 |
53.9 |
36.6 |
50 |
33.4 |
45.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you buy
How does the high waist on the High Waist Cargo Pants In Colorblock affect what size to order? +
Size to your hip measurement first, then consider the rise. The high waistband on these sits approximately 25–27cm from the crotch seam — for most women that's 3–4cm above the belly button. If you have a short torso the waistband may land close to the bra line, which some find uncomfortable when seated for long periods. Size for the hips, then use a belt or tuck-in top if the waistband has a little extra room. Going down a size to get a snug waistband at the expense of hip room is the wrong trade.
The High Waist Cargo Pants In Colorblock are non-stretch cotton — how do they feel after a long day of wear? +
Non-stretch cotton has a structured, slightly board-like feel when new that softens significantly after 2–3 wears and washes. By the end of the first week the fibers relax and the fabric drapes against the body rather than holding its shape away from it. What non-stretch cotton does well that stretch blends can't match: it holds the cut of the pant through a full day without sagging at the knee or seat.
Are the side pockets on the High Waist Cargo Pants In Colorblock deep enough, or are they the shallow decorative type? +
The side pockets are functional and appropriately deep — approximately 16cm, enough to hold a medium smartphone without it sitting half-exposed. They're cut at a natural hand-drop angle so you don't have to angle your wrist awkwardly to reach in, which sounds minor but matters when you're doing it 40 times a day. The opening is nearly invisible from the front, which keeps the silhouette clean. The pocket bags are sewn from the main fabric rather than a thin lining, which is what separates a functional pocket from.
Will the High Waist Cargo Pants In Colorblock shrink in the wash, and how do I prevent it? +
Cold wash on a gentle cycle and line dry: shrinkage is 0–1% and undetectable in practice. The risk is machine drying on high heat — non-stretch cotton can lose up to a full size in the waist after five cycles of hot-wash-plus-high-heat drying. A single warm wash won't cause noticeable shrinkage and can actually help break in the fabric faster if the stiffness of new cotton bothers you. Turn them inside-out before washing to protect the outer surface and prevent uneven fading in darker colours.
How do you style color block pants without the outfit looking too loud? +
Pick one of the two block colours and match your top to it exactly or within one shade — this ties the outfit together rather than adding a third competing colour. If the colorblock is black-and-white, a solid black or white top reads clean. If it's a bold combination (red-and-beige, blue-and-tan), the more muted of the two makes the safer top choice. Keep accessories minimal: one hardware tone (all silver or all gold) and shoes in a colour that appears in the pants.
Do the High Waist Cargo Pants In Colorblock work for petite frames or do they need altering? +
At a true petite height (under 5'2") these will likely need a 3–5cm hem taken up — the standard inseam is cut for an average height of around 5'5". Other than length, the proportions work well: the waist and hip measurements scale correctly to petite frames, and the cut doesn't change in a way that looks proportionally wrong. The rise and pocket placement are the more critical details for petite fits: a high rise elongates the leg; a pocket that sits too low (below mid-thigh) can visually shorten an already short.
