Born in the 1960s as a defiant sartorial response to the restrictive, skin-tight styles of the past, palazzo pants have since cemented their place in the hearts (and closets) of women everywhere.

Since the colorful palazzo pant is naturally more casual, it requires a bit of tweaking if you want to wear the style to work. The easiest hack? Go for a matching top and structured bag and shoes.

Shop cropped, wide-leg, and tailored styles starting at just $19. Tronjori Wide-Leg Palazzo Pants, $27 (orig. $34) Zac & Rachel Pull-On Ankle Pants, $29 Grapent Dress Pants, $30 with coupon (orig.