The Plus Flap Pocket Side Cargo Pants 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.
What Sets These Cargo Pants Apart
- Flap pockets with button closure — 18cm deep, holds a full-size phone, card wallet, and keys without visible bulging
- Available in sizes 22, 24, 26, 28, 30 — see the size guide below before ordering
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 22, 24, 26, 28, 30.
How to Style
In a darker colorway — black, charcoal, or deep olive — these transition easily to smart-casual when paired with a tucked-in blouse or fitted knit and clean leather shoes. In neutral tones, a structured blazer or leather jacket elevates the cargo details rather than fighting with them. Keep everything above the waist clean and close-fitting — the pockets and hardware are the visual interest of this style, and competing details above the waist create clutter rather than intention.
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 |
Hip Size |
Inseam |
Length |
Thigh |
Waist Size |
| 22 |
58.3 |
26.8 |
40.9 |
37.4 |
46.5 |
| 24 |
60.2 |
26.8 |
41.3 |
38.6 |
48.4 |
| 26 |
62.2 |
26.8 |
41.6 |
39.7 |
50.4 |
| 28 |
64.2 |
26.8 |
41.9 |
40.9 |
52.4 |
| 30 |
66.1 |
26.8 |
42.2 |
42 |
54.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you buy
Plus Flap Pocket Side Cargo Pants 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 Plus Flap Pocket Side Cargo Pants 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.
How deep are the flap pockets on the Plus Flap Pocket Side Cargo Pants — do they actually hold a phone? +
The flap pockets are genuinely functional — deep enough to fit a phone up to 6.7" (iPhone 15 Pro Max or Samsung S24+ without a case), a set of keys, a folded card wallet, and AirPods case simultaneously without the pocket bulging noticeably. The flap button closure keeps items secure when crouching or bending. The pocket bag is cut from the same outer fabric rather than a lightweight lining, so the corners don't wear through after heavy use.
Will the Plus Flap Pocket Side Cargo Pants 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.
Can the Plus Flap Pocket Side Cargo Pants be worn to work or are they purely casual? +
In a darker colorway — black, charcoal, or navy — these transition to smart-casual when paired with a tucked-in blouse or fitted knit and clean leather shoes. In creative offices, tech companies, or casual business settings they're completely appropriate. The fit is clean enough to avoid looking like weekend wear when the rest of the outfit is intentional. For strictly formal or corporate-professional environments they'd be too casual regardless of styling.
Do the Plus Flap Pocket Side Cargo Pants work for a pear shape — wider hips and thighs relative to waist? +
These are well-suited to pear and hourglass shapes. Size to your hip measurement: the hip and thigh fit is fixed, the waist can be adjusted with a belt or taken in slightly if needed. For a pear shape, the most common issue with non-stretch bottoms is the gap at the back waistband when the hips are larger relative to the waist — a belt solves this quickly. The key measurement to get right is the thigh circumference, not the waist: if the thigh fits comfortably, the rest of the sizing logic follows.
