Customer Reviews L.L.Bean Petite Vista Camp Pants

The only good thing I have to say about these pants is that they are comfortable. The pockets are too small for a modern cell phone; they have buttons instead of Velcro, and opening them is harder. They are too expensive for the quality of the fabric.

I bought a pair of these about 6 years ago and loved the cut and feel of the fabric. I was however, disappointed in the piling of the fabric, especially in the upper leg area. In reading some of your customer reviews, it appears I am not the only one noting the issue. I am considering ordering a pair of capris, but am wondering if you have improved the fabric.

I have worn these pants for a few months. The fabric has pilled and multiple pulls. These pants are NOT made for outdoor activities. I chose to purchase from LL Bean because of it's reputation for quality. I am very disappointed in these pants.

I wanted to love these, however, besides the great fabric, these pants just did not work out. I found the cargo pockets useless, why do women's pants lack useful pockets?? My small phone did not even fit. Also, that seam across the thigh, so uncomfortable, why is that seam even there? Where is the gussett?

These were very unflattering style-wise. Baggy, shapeless. Also the size guide seemed inaccurate. Based on teh guide, I bought a large but I was swimming in them. I don't normally buy from LL Bean so I don't know what my size "should" be (I'm 5'4", 160 lbs).

I wish I would have returned these pants. They are very baggy in the legs and down through the ankles. Good around the house, but not outside the house. $80 is a lot to pay for ill fitting pants

These pants are too loose everywhere but the waist. The waist is too tight and I am trying to stretch it.

In the past 18 months I have purchased 5 pair of the Vista pants. They are very comfortable, wash easily although I hang them to dry. However I should have paid attention to those reviewers who said that they pill. Yes they do and it is very disappointing. I would not buy any more until they change the fabric.

They wrinkle! You have to hang them almost wet and then pull on the seams to straighten.

Pants are light weight and comfortable. Will be good for hot summer days. But the back pockets and pockets on the legs are useless. Unless you have a small flip phone, you won't get much in them. Come on designers! Women want and need usable pockets not cute decorations.

I loved these pants for the first several months I had them. They fit great and were perfect for working outdoors in Hawaii. However, after about 8 months they developed a fishy smell that I couldn't get rid of, even after washing them several times, including with tea tree oil, and leaving them out in the sun for several days. It might have been sun exposure that make something in the pant break down?

So comfortable and thought I'd go buy more until I washed them. They pilled and I can't get the pills off , disappointed because they may be the must comfortable pants ever. Just doesn't look good when a brand new pair of pants looks 20 yrs old after the first wash and yes I followed instructions for washing & drying.

I ordered per the size chart, but the pants were oversized. I was going to return them for an exchange, but the cost to return them seemed too high and the return process would take too long for me to be able to use these for an upcoming hiking trip.

These parts are very thin, to the point where you can't utilize the pocket zippers without using both hands to open and close them because the pant material lacks any rigidity to support the stability of the zipper. They also do not fit true to size. I am comfortably a size 16US and the XL was large and couldn't be tightened enough to even attempt unzipping the pocket without pulling down my pants. Also, the waist band AND the drawstring are stretchy, so forget being able to tighten the waist enough to be secure. Returning.

These pants are wonderfully light and comfortable but the fabric and stitching are terrible. I bought three pairs of these at around the same time because they were so comfortable, but all three pairs were covered with snags after only a few wearings and they quickly developed big gaps in the overstitching where the sewing failed. Sadly, the only thing I have been able to use them for is gardening. I am very disappointed because I rarely find pants at LL Bean that fit my shape.

I am returning these pants. They were true to size and good quality, but the horizontal seam across the front of the thigh was very rough. It irritated my skin with every step. I had the same issue with both pairs that I ordered. I'm very disappointed that I can't keep them for hiking.

I purchased two pairs of these pants for a trip and was very pleased with them at first but after washing and wearing them for only a few months they are pilling horribly. I am returning the first pair I purchased now and will probably have to return the other pair as well. It's too bad because they are comfy and lightweight

I thought these would be work pants weight but they are very light weight and sloppy looking.

Had these pants since Christmas. Only wore them a few times. They are getting polled above the knees. More on the left side

I love the look of these pants so much that I bought two pair, plus two pair of shorts in the same style. But sadly, the fabric doesn't hold up. It's pilling and looks terrible. :(

The cropped version of these pants would be improved if at least one button pocket was large enough for a passport. The long pants left leg pocket does fit the passport.

I bought this for hiking. They are nice and light weight, but the material is starting to pill. You would not expect that to happen for how much you pay for them. Also, the side pockets are not deep enough to secure a phone. The pone fits in about 2/3 of the way and you cannot secure the button on the closure.

I love the look, fit and fabric of these pants and have ordered several pairs in many colors. However, after two washings ( in cold water, hanging to dry, no iron) they all start pilling horribly, the stitching pops out all over the seams and they look terrible.. For this price that's inexcusable

These are comfortable and light. I like all the pockets and the drawstring cuffs. My first outing in the woods with them resulted in so many snags in the fabric. Soooo many. Their light weight, but not at all rugged.

I loved these pants at first; comfortable, lots of pockets including zippered pockets, lightweight. But after wearing them on a 4-day backpacking trip, these pants look worn out. The fabric itself is fraying from catching on plants during hikes. and some of the stitching is coming out of the pant legs. Maybe these pants weren't designed for backpacking trips, but I sure was deceived by the online description!