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With articulated patterning, a gusseted crotch, wide legs and stretchy fabric, the women's Arc'teryx Clarkia Cotton Wide-Leg pants provide unrestricted freedom and flow for climbing and bouldering.
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View all Arc'teryx Women's Hiking PantsBest Use | Hiking Rock Climbing |
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Fabric | 260 g/m2 organic cotton/nylon stretch dobby with FC0 durable water repellent (DWR); warp knit mesh |
Pants Rise | Mid |
Pant Fit | Relaxed |
Pant Leg Style | Wide Leg |
Inseam (in.) | 30.5, 31, 31.5, 32 inches |
Gender | Women's |
Weight | 1 lb. 1.1 oz. |
Sustainability | Contains materials that meet the bluesign® criteria Fair Trade Certified™ Factory |
XXS | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL | XS Short | S Short | M Short | L Short | XS Tall | S Tall | M Tall | L Tall | XL Tall | 00 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 00 Short | 0 Short | 2 Short | 4 Short | 6 Short | 8 Short | 10 Short | 12 Short | 14 Short | 2 Tall | 4 Tall | 6 Tall | 8 Tall | 10 Tall | 12 Tall | 14 Tall | 16 Tall | |
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Numerical Size | 00 | 0-2 | 4-6 | 8-10 | 12-14 | 16-18 | 00 | 0-2 | 4-6 | 8-10 | 0-2 | 4-6 | 8-10 | 12-14 | 16-18 | 00 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 00 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | |
Chest | 30 | 32 | 34 | 36 | 39 | 43 | 47 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Sleeve Length | 28.5 | 29.5 | 30.5 | 31.5 | 32 | 32.5 | 33.5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Waist | 23.5 | 25.5 | 27.5 | 29.5 | 32.5 | 36.5 | 40.5 | 27 | 28.5 | 30.5 | 34 | 27 | 28.5 | 30.5 | 34 | 38 | 24 | 25 | 26.5 | 27.5 | 28.5 | 30 | 31 | 33 | 35 | 37 | 24 | 25 | 26.6 | 27.5 | 28.5 | 30 | 31 | 33 | 35 | 26.6 | 27.5 | 28.5 | 30 | 31 | 33 | 35 | 37 |
Hip | 33 | 35 | 37 | 39 | 42 | 46 | 50 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 43.5 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 43.5 | 47 | 33.5 | 34.5 | 36 | 37 | 38 | 39.5 | 40.5 | 42.5 | 44.5 | 46.5 | 33.5 | 34.5 | 36 | 37 | 38 | 39.5 | 40.5 | 42.5 | 44.5 | 36 | 37 | 38 | 39.5 | 40.5 | 42.5 | 44.5 | 46.5 |
Inseam | 30.5 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31.5 | 32 | 32 | 28.5 | 29 | 29 | 29.5 | 33.5 | 34 | 34 | 34.5 | 35 | 30.5 | 30.5 | 30.5 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 32 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 34 | 34 | 34 | 34 | 34 | 34 | 34 | 34 |
Measurements are stated in inches unless otherwise indicated.
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The Clarkia pant is king you guys. If you don’t own a pair you must purchase. I bought the original Clarkia pant and fell in love. When they came out with the new cotton material I just had to try them. Here are the major differences I’ve found between the two. Cotton Clarkia -one snap button -one side pocket -no drawstring at the ankle -thick matte material -still very stretchy for weight of pant Original Clarkia -two snap buttons -drawstring that seems to taper pants a little more -zipper pocket and side pocket -slippery and every so slightly swishy material -extremely stretchy It really depends on what you want to do in these pants! The original is THE PERFECT climbing pant. The cotton one is still an amazingly cute everyday pant. I bought the cotton version thinking they would be warmer for winter as the originals are so light and breathable they feel like you’re wearing nothing. I do think the cotton ones would be sick with a bottom drawstring though even though their function is more everyday wear? You still could climb in these as I said they are still stretchy. I can squat all the way to the ground in both haha. Sizing wise they do run big. I bought a size 0R in the originals and a 0S in the cotton. I am 25/26 in pants and 5’3. I will link pictures for comparison. I could go up a size if I wanted and use the waist band to tighten but I felt like my legs got swallowed up in material. Both pairs are great- really depends on what you want to do in them!!
I am a male and these are my absolute favourite pants Arc'teryx has ever made! I prefer the fit of the Clarkia cotton over the M's Cronin cotton as they are looser. This allows for better movement but mostly love the style of them. It would be nice if they have a zipper thigh pocket and an opened on like the M's Cronin cotton did but that is only an issue when I am using these climbing. While using to daily wear this is no issue at all. I am a size M or 32 in men's pants and find that the size 8 fits best although I can also use the 10 and cinch the waist more if needed. Make more of them please!! They are always sold out :(
I kept seeing ads for these pants and they sure looked comfy, and boy howdy were the ads right! They are SO comfy. They look nice too! The fabric is a tiny bit loud and swishy, but they also don't really wrinkle much and look fresh even after a day of wearing around. I'm excited to see how well these work over time. The sizing seems true, and the length was also as expected. They are flattering for a wider leg cut, in my opinion. I bought one pair and then as soon as I'd worn them one day, I bought another color as well since they were so comfy. I'd been dreading buying new pants and hadn't for years, bought these without trying on in person and I'm SO glad I did!
These pants fit like heaven. Comfortable on the waist, generous through the hip and thigh, soft in texture and the ideal amount of give/stretch. Wondrously deep pockets, including the rare-but-glorious side-leg cellphone pocket (fits my iPhone Max). I’ve been traveling and wore them for 48 hours in planes/trains/cars, and they were as comfy as pajamas. And each time I put them on again, they look fresh as straight out of the laundry. I’m a strength coach and built like a linebacker, 5’10”, 180lbs, 33” inseam, 32” waist, 45” hips and thicc thighs, and utterly no “women’s” pants fit me well — or any other kinds of pants for that matter. But the 12T in these feel like they were made for me. A hot minute after trying on my first pair, I was online buying a second pair, despite the price. Thank you, Arc’teryx!
Love these pants. I had been waiting for months for a restock and was finally able to snag them. I ordered both a size 4 and a size 4 (5’7”, ~125 lbs, 25” waist, 36” hips). The size 4 are definitely oversized, but the built in belt really helps with the waist fit! The size 2 are perfect off the rip. I’m keeping both! The length hits right around the heel, so they can be worn rolled or loose- looks good either way. I’ve worn them climbing a handful of times over the last week, and the fabric is holding up really well. So happy with these pants, will probably buy some in another color in the future!
Love these pants- great, flattering cut while managing to hit the relaxed trend. They fit true to size through the body, but are very long (I manage to roll them to a crop length and still have them look cool.) If I had more pairs I would consider getting them all hemmed since they are so comfortable, BUT these pants have been out of stock forever in the bases sizes. The material has great body/stability with a natural hand, and the amount of stretch is perfect. I would prefer the logo be DTM the body (FWIW,) making them more versatile. When you bring them back, ArcTeryx?!?
In love with these pants! Usually Arcteryx pants don’t fit me because I’m more curvy but these are perfect 😭 They fit everywhere and are more loose. The waist band isn’t too tight and the cinch on it is super helpful as well. I’m usually between a 12 and 14 with Arcteryx and I ordered a 12 and still have some room in the pants. I have shorter legs so they’re a bit longer but roll up without looking weird. The material is comfortable and not too heavy or too light. 10/10 recommend these pants and this fit! I’m so glad to have found pants that actually work for my body type.
I want to wear them everywhere. I did house renovation, took them to town, biked, hiked, they have such a cool fit that transcends every other sports pants I've owned that I could honestly wear only these pants from now on. They are very comfortable, the string helps a lot to adjust with the changes of your body during the month or day. I was not keen on spending so much money at first, but these were one of the few pants offering tall version and tall they are, finally I don't look like my clothes schrunk. The material is pretty flexible so I would consider to size down next time as the longer I wear them the looser they feel, sometimes to the point where the knees get quite baggy, which would also be my only con.
When I tried on these pants,I thought they were too baggy and did not look great on me. But I really needed a pair of pants like this and I loved the green color. As I have worn them, I have totally fallen in love with them! They are so comfortable. I have really long legs and the regular length size is long enough so that I can roll up the cuffs! Amazing! I get a lot of compliments about them. I love the side pocket for my phone, perfect! The cotton fabric is breathable, sturdy, and stretchy. I weigh 118# 5’8” waist is 29” and I bought a size 2 regular length
These are the best and only climbing pants I've ever owned. Technical pants have never fit this comfortable or well for my body type and I have a big booty, small waist, and a bigger midsection. I can dress them up which is also a bonus! The waist is adjustable, and I wish there was a horizontal pocket that zipped instead of the open concept. I can't go back to wearing leggings anymore for bigger days on the mountain and I'm so stoked on how durable they are for all the outdoor purposes. Well done Arc'teryx! Make them in all the colors!!!