Kelly Clarkson Wore the Practical Yet Stylish Pants Oprah Has, Too — Get a Pair from $20

Mar. 15, 2025

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You’ve got to pick a pocket or two — especially when it comes toKelly Clarkson’spants.

As someone who almost exclusively wore fitted tees and cargo pants during the Y2K era, I certainly approve of Clarkson’s decision to pair her wide-leg pants with a striped, elbow-length top. Her khaki cargo pants are in good company, too, sinceOprah Winfreywore a similar light brown style in New York City a few months ago. Not to mention,Mindy KalingandGwyneth Paltrowput their style stamps on the trend, too.

Clarkson’s cargo pants are taking me right back to my teenage yearsandgiving tons of practical yet fashion-forward style inspo. Keep reading for sevensimilar styles at Amazonfrom brands like Free People and Ugg. The best part? They start at just $20.

Lepunuo Baggy Cargo Pants with Drawstring Cuffs

Amazon

$34 at Amazon

Baggy pants have made the rounds on celebs likeJennifer LopezandHeidi Klum— and this pair makes a utility-inspired style statement with multiple pockets and drawstring cuffs. In addition to khaki like Clarkson wore, the pants come in 21 colors like aqua, olive green, and black, plus sizes XS–XXL.

Dokotoo Wide-Leg Cargo Pants

$40 at Amazon

These khaki cargo pants bear a striking resemblance to Clarkson’s, thanks to their belt loops, angled hip pockets, and flap-welt pockets at the sides. Reverse front pleats give them a tailored look, and the wide legs are the perfect complement for heeled booties.

Ugg Kaylee Cargo Pants

$118$59 at Amazon

If you love pants with lots of pockets, this pair has them on the front, back, and sides. They come in light beige, army green, and black, and sizes XS–3X.

Zmpsiisa High-Waisted Cargo Pants

Go for a more casual look with these wide-leg cargo pants in a cotton-blend twill fabric.One shoppercalled them a “wardrobe must-have … whether you’re dressing them up or keeping it casual,” adding that the pockets are “functional without being bulky.”

Automet Wide-Leg Cargo Sweatpants

$30$25 at Amazon

I may be as in love with Clarkson’s Y2K throwback as I am with every outfit choiceMartha Stewartmakes, like the tan sweatpants she paired with a plaid puffer jacket recently. These cargo sweatpants are the best of both worlds, since the comfy wide-leg style has multiple flap-welt pockets down the sides and at the back.

Free People Tahiti Cargo Pants

$138$110 at Amazon

Cargo pockets, cargo pockets, and more cargo pockets — that’s these roomy pants in a fun, utility-inspired nutshell.One shoppersaid they “stand up to many wears and washes,” andanother reviewersaid they “love them so much [they] bought every color.”

Zando Baggy Cargo Pants

$20 at Amazon

Clarkson’s wide-leg khaki pants look similar to this pair, which has both side and cargo pockets, as well as adjustable drawcords at the hems. The versatile wardrobe essential can be dressed up withblack bootsor down withcanvas sneakers.

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