I tried on linen pants at Gap, Old Navy, and Banana Republic. There was only one pair I wouldn't consider buying.

• I loved the overall fit, style, and construction of the $130 pair from Banana Republic.
• However, I think the Old Navy pants would make a great casual option for the season.

I started my search for the perfect pair of linen pants at Gap.

Sifting through racks at my local store was a bit chaotic and messy, as there were some items on the floor. But luckily, all of the linen-blend styles were grouped together.

I decided to try on the high-waisted linen-blend super-wide-leg pants in white.

I was pleasantly surprised by these pants.

My first impression was that I loved the thick waistband, even though it wasn’t adjustable like the other pairs I tried on were.

I was also excited that the length was actually perfectly aligned with my frame. Overall, the fit of these turned out to be my favorite of all three styles.

However, the fabric was also a bit sheer and thin, made from a blend of 55% linen and 45% rayon — seemingly the same material makeup as the Gap pair, but for half the price ($40).

Despite the slightly flimsy material, I would definitely buy these for a simple and casual addition to my summer outfit rotation.

Overall, I liked both the Banana Republic and Old Navy options.

After trying on all three pairs of linen pants, I figured I couldn’t go wrong with the options from Old Navy or Banana Republic.

I think the Old Navy pair would make a great casual option for the season, but the Banana Republic pair would likely be an investment that’d last several years.

However, I didn’t think the Gap option was worth the $80 price tag, especially given it seemed to have the same fabric makeup of the Old Navy pants.

Business Insider reached out to Gap, Old Navy, and Banana Republic for comment.