The Cargo Pants With Tape Stripe Detail are designed to be worn — not just to look like they belong in a flat-lay. The stitching at pocket corners and stress points is reinforced, the hardware is built to last more than a season, and the fabric weight sits at a sweet spot that is structured enough to hold a clean silhouette but relaxed enough to move comfortably in. Available in Pink, Purple.
What Sets These Cargo Pants Apart
- Cargo pocket configuration — more usable daily storage than standard pants without the bulk of tactical workwear
- Grosgrain tape detail along seams — adds structure and a utilitarian reference, won't fray or peel with washing
- Striped pattern — works best with solid tops; match the top to one of the stripe colours for a pulled-together result rather than adding a third colour to the mix
- Available in sizes XS, S, M, L — see the size guide below before ordering
- Comes in Pink, Purple — each colorway has distinct styling potential depending on how casual or elevated you want the outfit to read
Fit & Sizing
True to size for most body types — these are cut to standard women's sizing without unusual adjustments. The hip and thigh fit is the critical measurement; if you're fuller through the hips or thighs, size up rather than going by waist alone. If the waistband has a little extra room, a belt solves it easily without losing the hip and thigh fit. Most customers find their usual size correct. Available in sizes XS, S, M, L.
How to Style
Solid tops only — even a subtle pattern on the top will compete with the stripes and create visual noise. The simplest approach: match the top colour to one of the stripe colours. A white top with white-based stripes, a black top with black-based stripes. For shoes: solid and in a colour that appears somewhere in the stripe. Neutral stripes (black/white, navy/white, camel/cream) are the most versatile and pair with almost any solid coloured top.
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 |
Length |
Waist Size |
| XS |
2 |
40.2 |
39.8 |
23.6 |
| S |
4 |
41.7 |
40.2 |
25.2 |
| M |
6 |
43.3 |
40.6 |
26.8 |
| L |
8/10 |
45.7 |
41.1 |
29.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you buy
Cargo Pants With Tape Stripe Detail are described as non-stretch — how do I know which size to order? +
Measure your hips before ordering, not your waist — the hip is the measurement that matters with non-stretch fabric because the cut cannot stretch to accommodate. If you're between sizes, go up. The waistband will have slightly more room, which a belt fixes easily; but a hip seam that's too tight will pull across the seat with every step and there's nothing you can do about it. Most customers who return non-stretch pants ordered their usual stretch-denim size by feel rather than measuring.
The Cargo Pants With Tape Stripe Detail 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.
What is the tape detail on the Cargo Pants With Tape Stripe Detail and is it just decorative or does it have a function? +
The tape is a woven fabric strip stitched along the seams or thigh — it's decorative but made from durable grosgrain or twill tape rather than cheap ribbon, so it doesn't fray or peel with washing. The tape adds structure and reinforcement at the seam it runs along, which is a functional bonus. Visually it breaks up the silhouette and adds a workwear or military reference without being heavy-handed.
Will the Cargo Pants With Tape Stripe Detail 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.
What colours and tops work with the striped Cargo Pants With Tape Stripe Detail without creating too much pattern? +
Solid tops only — even a subtle pattern on the top will compete with the stripes. The simplest approach is to match the top colour to one of the stripe colours: a white top with white-based stripes, a black top with black-based stripes. Neutral stripes (black/white, navy/white, camel/cream) are the most versatile and pair with almost any solid. Coloured stripes (red/white, green/white) require a bit more care — match the top to the less dominant stripe colour rather than the primary one for a less matchy-matchy.
Do the Cargo Pants With Tape Stripe Detail 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.
