Something other than jeans/leggings?!? Help please!

[Friendlymum67]

I am nearing 45, carrying more weight than I should (and desperately trying to rectify this) but having worn leggings all winter and now venturing back into jeans I realise I am fed up with bootcut jeans. I prefer high waisted trousers but need something that is comfortable, practical, smart casual and doesn't make me look frumpy etc ......

Am I asking too much?!?

Not at all - - I found these yesterday www.mandco.com/invt/1142674deepblue - - they do a jeans version and a slim cut trouser version all for £25 00 - - I don't usually shop there but went in for a mooch as I was early for something - and was amazed as they have stretch in them and are very generously cut -- I needed a size smaller ! - - you can wear with boots or trainers, sandals,flitflops or just flat shoes - great!

They are really nice. I love the colours but what on earth to wear as a top?

Maybe something like this -- to hide the tum area ? -www.debenhams.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/prod_10001_10001_017010672848_-1?breadcrumb=Home~Women~Tops

Like the top and definitely need something to cover my tummy!! Trousers are lovely but not sure I am slim enough ....... yet