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Size 18- Harem pant/Jogger

11 replies

TrollTheRespawnJeremy · 11/06/2017 23:18

I can't find anything flattering in this size at all.

I have a wee waist (prob a 14-16) but massssssive thighs and bum that take it to an 18. I can't find anything that sits well. (Nothing will of course but so far I've had baggy crotches and straining seams- sometimes both!)

Any ideas?

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SesameSparkle · 12/06/2017 00:17

Hush harems might work. They are generous and the waist is adjustable.

Titsywoo · 12/06/2017 00:21

Next ones are good. I think they call they jersey tapered trousers. Very comfy and flattering.

Mumsnut · 12/06/2017 06:42

Yes to the next ones

ImADingleDangleScarecrow · 12/06/2017 09:15

Next are the best ones I've tried (and probably the cheapest too). I have plain black but they come in different colours and patterns.

WomblingThree · 12/06/2017 09:27

I got some from Primark yesterday. I'm a 16 with a similar shape to you (small waist, big thighs) and got the 18, so the 20 would probably fit you fine.

They are £6 and come in black, grey, navy and khaki, as well as loads of patterns. They are so soft and comfy, I'm going to live in them I think.

knowler · 12/06/2017 14:22

These aren't cheap but are brilliant - Baukjen neath trousers - with your shape, you could probably go for the 16 on the basis that as stretchy jersey in a reasonably loose fit, they wouldn't be too tight on your thighs. Or, it's an elasticated waist, so maybe just start with the 18s and work down!

knowler · 12/06/2017 14:23

And I've also had Next harems in the past which are a great fit for the larger of thigh/bottom.

tiba · 12/06/2017 18:34

how does the sizing work out with the next harem / jersey tapered trousers?

Im normally a size 12 or 14 in next jeggings or leggings, but currently wearing maternity clothes, and no idea what my actual size is. Im due to give birth any day and just getting so hot and uncomfortable in the clothes that fit (All purchased late winter/early spring), so hoping that these might be an easy transition for me shortly after baby arrives...

ShelaghTurner · 12/06/2017 18:36

Next ones are really good. They fit my humungeous size 22 thighs and arse and are so comfy.

ShelaghTurner · 12/06/2017 18:37

tiba as I said I'm a 22 at least and I've got pairs from 18-22 and they all fit nicely, just a bit baggier round the leg the bigger you go. They're very forgiving size wise.

tiba · 12/06/2017 18:43

thats great news.

The last pair of harems I tried on (Cant remember the shop now, but wasnt next) really showed off my lumpy thighs and bottoms, so have avoided them, but these next ones sound worth a go!

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