Wednesday’s Workwear Report: Straight Everywhere Ponte Ankle Pant

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Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices.

I’ve been wearing the heck out of a few pairs of Banana Republic pants lately, and I’m thinking that these straight-leg ponte pants might be the next addition to my collection.

Sure, I love a wide-leg pant made from a lightweight, flowy fabric for the weekends, but for the office I’m looking for something a little more substantial, preferably with just a touch of stretch — and even better still if they’re a pull-on style. (Too many years of leggings have ruined zippers and buttons for me.)

These ankle pants would look great with a summer blouse and some loafers for an easy, business casual outfit. 

Sales of note for 5/19/25:

• Nordstrom Rack – Looking for a deal on a Dyson hairdryer? The Rack has several refurbished ones for $199-$240 (instead of $400+) — but they’re final sale only.
• M.M.LaFleur – Daily flash sales, and lots of twill suiting on sale! Try code CORPORETTE15 for 15% off. 5/19’s flash sale: Jardigans down to $175-$209, dresses down to $150, blazers down to $250
• Nordstrom – Lots of markdowns on AGL (50%!), Weitzman, Tumi, Frank & Eileen, Zella, Natori, Cole Haan, Boss, Theory, Reiss (coats), Vince, Eileen Fisher, Spanx, and Frame (denim and silk blouses)
• Ann Taylor – 50% off summer-ready styles
• Banana Republic Factory – 50% off everything + extra 20% off
• Boden – 10% off new women’s styles with code + sale up to 50% off
• Eloquii – 50-60% off select styles
• J.Crew – 60% off sale, and 40% off packing picks (prices as marked)
• J.Crew Factory – New arrivals, plus up to 60% off everything plus extra 50% off clearance
• Rothy’s – Up to 50% off last-chance styles
• Spanx – Free shipping on everything
• Talbots – 30% off dresses, skirts, shoes, and accessories