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Browse all John Elliott pants →Himalayan Cargo Pants / Olive
The verdict
Fit
Himalayan suggests a heavier, possibly textured weave—likely thicker than back sateen. Olive is earthy. Expect a more structured, less draped silhouette.
Quality
At $398, this is a step up in fabric heft from the sateen cargos. Textured weaves wear durably and hide wear patterns well.
Is the price fair?
Fair mid-tier pricing. The heavier fabric and texture justify the $398 point vs. the lighter $348 Back Sateens.
Best for
Durability-focused casual wearers in cooler seasons or outdoor-heavy lifestyles; olive limits color versatility.
Care
Textured weaves hold dirt; regular washing keeps them fresh, and they're forgiving with water temperature.
What owners report about John Elliott pants
Long-term owners report the pants hold up well — one multi-year owner notes the stitching still holding strong with no visible wear — and the cotton-nylon pant fabrics draw specific praise. The recurring complaint is price: at full prices around $348 reviewers flatly say value is not a selling point and steer buyers toward sale pricing. Fits run baggy through the thigh, and reviewers describe finding the right size as tricky. One long-form complaint (about a shirt, not pants) also documents the brand going unresponsive after a customer reported a garment defect.
- Strengths
- Owners report construction and materials that hold up over years of regular wear.
- Watch out for
- Full retail prices draw consistent value complaints, and the relaxed cuts run baggy enough that getting the size right is difficult.
- Sizing
- Cuts run loose — reviewers on the cusp size down, and elastic waistbands on several styles stretch enough to make that easy.
About John Elliott's pants line as a whole. Sources: Light and Tight: John Elliott Himalayan Pants Review · Neat Pleats: John Elliott Studio Pants Review · John Elliott - expensive clothes poor quality and awful customer service