Reviews

Review Snapshot
4.6
6200 Ratings
81%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend
Ratings Distribution
Hips/Rear
Overall size
Rise
Waist
Most Liked Positive Review
Great pants-poor quality control

These are my all time favourite pants. I have 2 or 3 pairs in every colour, all the same size. For reference I am 5 ft 4", approx 120lbs and I purchased in a size XXS as I find they tend to stretch out quite a bit after wearing for a while and they do fit big overall-just not in length-see rest of r...

Versus
Most Liked Negative Review
AWFUL, What the heck Athleta?

I bought these last year and they are long gone to the Second Hand Store nearby. The waistline either sits up so high or the crotch seam is half way down to your knees. Bulky material across the stomach and the pockets on the backside were unflattering. I can't believe they are still for sale. ...

Write a Review
6098 Customer Reviews
Great pants, but really long

Submitted 2 days ago

By Carla L

From Undisclosed

Weight 160–170 lbs

Height 5'3"

Reviewed at

athleta.gap.com/

I really wanted to love these, but they were just too long and baggy for my taste. I'm 5'3 with average length legs and these dragged on the floor in the petite length. I guess that's the style trend, but it's not for me. I could make wedges work but not flats. It kinda broke my heart to return them because they were perfect aside from that. I'm even willing to try another color, maybe they'll be shorter? I got them in the undyed.

Perfect Linen Pants

Submitted 2 days ago

By Stephanie S.

From Michigan

Weight 120–130 lbs

Height 5'4"

Reviewed at

athleta.gap.com/

I took a chance and ordered these in size small, petite. I'd say they run a little big, depending on how roomy you want them to be . Perfect fit for me. These are a little heavier than some linen, which helps them drape well. Love the zippered pockets. For reference I'm 5' 4", 130#; size 8.

Cute & comfy

Submitted 4 days ago

By Brooke R

From Undisclosed

Weight 130–140 lbs

Height 5'8"

Reviewed at

athleta.gap.com/

I got these in blue. Great color, comfy fit, nice look.

So amazing

Submitted 5 days ago

By Alexa C

From Undisclosed

Weight 140–150 lbs

Height 5'8"

Reviewed at

athleta.gap.com/

Love these pants! I got them in a small tall and they fit so nice!

Comfy and true to size

Submitted 5 days ago

By anonymous

From Undisclosed

Height 5'6"

Verified Buyer

Sweepstakes Entry

Comments about Retreat Linen High Rise Wide Leg Pant

Endless compliments

Excellent Linen Pants

Submitted 7 days ago

By Laura H

From MO

Weight 170–180 lbs

Height 5'8"

Reviewed at

athleta.gap.com/

Purchased these for some upcoming travel to Mexico and Africa. The pants feel like high quality linen. Fit true to size, very comfortable. I expect them to be great for vacation travel and warm weather.

Favorite Pants

Submitted 8 days ago

By Kiann B

From Austin, TX

Weight 110–120 lbs

Height 5'2"

Reviewed at

athleta.gap.com/

I absolutely love these pants. I bought it in white several years ago and then bought the Undyed color (tan/beige) last summer. The linen is soft and the pants are so comfy. I'm 5'2" & 115-lbs and bought size XS (which is my typical size for pants). They fit well and the length is good for me, though they do drag the ground if I wear flats or flip flops.

Great style and comfort!

Submitted 10 days ago

By Julie, F

From Undisclosed

Weight 170–180 lbs

Height 5'7"

Reviewed at

athleta.gap.com/

I just bought my second pair of these pants and am considering buying even more colors. I have the black and white ones which are great for travel and loved wearing them on a trip to Europe last summer. They do stretch out slightly but run true to size.

LOVE!

Submitted 10 days ago

By Cari B

From Nashville, TN

Weight 120–130 lbs

Height 5'4"

Reviewed at

athleta.gap.com/

I had been eyeing these for a while and my only regret is not getting 2 different colors. I am 5'4 and decided on the petite. So glad I did. They fit perfectly. I average size 4 in pants/dress ordered a small. I might have been able to get by with an x-small just as an FYI. Can't wait for spring/summer to wear these!

Solid choice

Submitted 10 days ago

By Christine P

From Niagara, ON

Height 5'6"

I bought these pants 2-3 years ago, back when they were mid-rise. They are comfy, stylish, and appropriate for so many situations. I love my original (mid rise) linen pants. Fast forward a few years and I bought another pair but I took a few tries to get the sizing right. I find the current (high rise) version fits smaller than the old mid-rise. Call me vain, but no one wants to size up to get a similar fit. However, I do believe linen pants should fit loose so I sized up and got the high rise. They are a nice pant. I check back every so often for a restock on that beautiful cerulean blue colour or new colours for spring 2026. Nothing yet, but I'd love to see these pants in navy or other spring/summer colours.