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With a soft, natural feel and 4-way stretch, the women's Stio Vallis pants provide all-day comfort in town or on an impromptu hike.
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View all Stio Women's Hiking Pants| Best Use | Hiking |
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| Fabric | PeakVale soft plain weave 100% polyester, 155 g/m2 with 4-way bi-component stretch and a PFAS-free durable water repellent (DWR) finish |
| Pants Rise | Mid |
| Pant Fit | Standard |
| Pant Leg Style | Straight |
| Inseam (in.) | 28 inches |
| Gender | Women's |
| Weight | 8.5 ounces |
| Sustainability | From a Climate Label Certified brand |
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I wasn't sure what to expect out of this pant - as I got it initially for just traveling (it doesn't wrinkle). Soon, though, I found myself going biking, hiking, and even running in it. I love that it keeps its shape, HAS POCKETS, and features a cute drawstring. Bonus: I love that I can wear these pants all day long and do multiple activities.
I purchased these pants after loving the shorts and wearing them daily. The pants are the same super soft, slightly stretchy fabric, but I can't help but feel a little frumpy in them. Overall, functional for moderate temp dog walks and errands when you're not concerned about how you look. Decided against using them for travel pants given they just don't look that cute, but again, very functional. Purchased the same size as the short (size 10, 5'6, 150#, very athletic lower half), considered maybe sizing down would make them less frumpy but ended up keeping the 10 and just dealing.
These pants are amazing. You can dress them up or wear them down. The material is very comfortable and breathable. I initially bought a size 0 in tan and loved the fit then I bought a size 2 in the blue (since the 0 was sold out) and also loved the fit. The size 0 is more fitted while the size 2 has a little more room but still fitted and flattering. If you want a more relaxed fit, I would recommend sizing up. I wear these pants to work and out on the trail. They’re very much a do it all pant!
These pants are super lightweight, the stretch is great, and I do use the side cell pocket more than I thought I would, though I have a smaller iPhone without a case. While the Stio pinecone logo is cute, I wanted the pants to have the option to class up a bit more, so I was able to carefully unpick and remove that label. At 5’6 124lbs the pants fit a pinch looser than on the model, but I like this size for comfort and to get them over my hips--would say they are fairly true to size.
These fit like an absolute dream and I want them in more colors so I can wear them all the time. I’m wearing them right now!
I love these pants! Another awesome stio product. I got the pinedale pants a few months ago and loved them so much that I thought I would try another style! The Viale are so comfortable and super cute! So far I have worn them hiking, lounging and on road trips. They fit true to size. I got a 0, same size as my pinedales. They are nice and lightweight and will be great for spring and summer! Definitely will be a outdoor capsule staple.
I’m 5’6, roughly 140 with an athletic build. My hips are 39” with like…. A 28” waist maybe? I’m shaped like a box. I generally wear a size 4 and these fit pretty on par. They were comfortable during a heat wave while I was camping, I avoided being super sweaty and smell while still wearing pants AND was able to get another day out of them without being too offensive. Legit.
Really like these pants. Very comfortable. I also find that Stio pants fit me very well. I am a size 8 and athletic body type. Usually pants are too tight in the thighs and too loose in the waist. Stio fits perfect! I do wish that the drawstring was on the inside so I could wear them for golf. These don’t pass muster at my stuffy golf club.
Love these pants . . . BUT they need to offer longer lengths! Too short
The Vallis Pants the my new favorite pants! They are so light and comfortable and super stretchy. I feel like I can wear them anywhere from mountain biking, rock climbing, camping or on the daily. These pants check all the boxes for spring and summer adventures!