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Good quality harem pants/smart joggers?

25 replies

Confusssed · 09/07/2018 17:00

I've just bought some black slimfit harem trousers from H&M. They're surprisingly flattering and much cooler than my usual jeans. But the quality is poor. I've worn them three times and carefully washed once but they're already bobbling.

Can anyone recommend something very similar but much better quality?

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ProudThrilledHappy · 09/07/2018 17:01

I have happy trunks. They are so comfy and get lots of comments on them, wash really well so far. You do have to wait a while for delivery though

OrigamiZoo · 09/07/2018 19:19

I'd like to know too! I either see 100% cotton which results baggy knees, or with some kind of nap on the inside, making them too hot.

I just want a smart jogger with lycra, cotton or viscose, not hareem but not too skinny.

Where are they?!

Tatapie · 09/07/2018 21:53

Sorry no recommendations just I'd like some too, particularly for traveling in.
Have been following the expensive thread and gone neutral and was told recently I look chic Grinon holiday but must be v careful of joggers as could easily tip into Waynetta Confused

catinboots9 · 09/07/2018 21:54

Next! I bought two plain and two patterned pairs for work recently (very hot office)

Lovely fabric and £22 each. I wear with vest tops and sandals

catinboots9 · 09/07/2018 21:55

Oh and they are quite a slim 'harem'.

Not too MC Hammer Grin

LizzieSiddal · 09/07/2018 22:01

I got a pair in M&S. I never usually shop there for clothes but was desperate and couldn’t find any others.

I use them for Pilates and they are great, wash really well and aren’t op baggy.

LizzieSiddal · 09/07/2018 22:03

These are the M and S ones I bought.

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Rassy · 09/07/2018 22:08

Catinboots- please can you link to the next trousers. They sound lovely Smile

worstmotherintheworld · 09/07/2018 22:16

Watching with interest! I bought a few fantastic pairs in H and M 2 or 3 years ago which have been worn every summer since I can't find a replacement. They are a lightweight viscose and came in a variety of patterns. All I can find now are stretchy ones which are in a heavier material which does not keep its shape.

Is it just me or are high-street shops offering some really awful fabrics this year?

DeliaSmythe · 09/07/2018 22:21

I have this hush pair. They wash brilliantly and are so comfortable. They're on sale at the moment too!

DeliaSmythe · 09/07/2018 22:22

Sorry, that must have been an old link - these ones don't think they're on sale now either - sorry Blush

DeliaSmythe · 09/07/2018 22:24

Okay, I'm totally useless, the links won't work! If you search they're the long harem trousers £55 .

Ellapaella · 09/07/2018 22:29

I second the Hush harems. These are mine. They are great quality, don’t bag at the knees like some tend to and are great in hot weather.

Good quality harem pants/smart joggers?
GrannyRoberts · 09/07/2018 22:34

I've also got the next ones, really like them and they come in a range of colours and patterns, I keep going back to get more!

www.next.co.uk/style/st211597#943729

catinboots9 · 09/07/2018 22:38

@rassy yep will do, hang on

Wellhellothere101 · 09/07/2018 22:39

Got to be the hush ones. They're lovely on. I've got the next ones too but they don't compare to the quality of the hush harems. You look lovely in yours Ella

GrannyRoberts · 09/07/2018 22:41

Sorry, linked to the wrong thing.. It's these! Lots more colours and patterns in store..
www.next.co.uk/g672026s2#549830

Ellapaella · 09/07/2018 22:44

Thanks @Wellhellothere101. I wear these with flip flops for casual or with heels for a dressed up look. Comfiest trousers ever.

Rassy · 09/07/2018 22:54

The navy next ones look lovely but they say it is available in petite (I'm 5ft 3 with short legs) but don't seem to be any available ☹️

Rassy · 09/07/2018 22:59

Found them! Smile

MrsPear · 10/07/2018 10:09

I got some green patterned linen ones from monsoon - 39 hips and the 12 is comfortable.

Confusssed · 10/07/2018 10:20

Thank you. If I order the Hush ones what size? I'm 5ft 7 inches and between a 12 and a 14.

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Baxdream · 10/07/2018 10:50

How long are the hush ones? I'm 5'11 but they look so comfortable!

Ellapaella · 10/07/2018 12:23

@Confusssed I'm 5'7 and a standard 10. These are XS (I like them a little more fitted) but the small also fit fine. I would say for you try a small, if you can try small and medium and return one. I think small would be fine though.

Ellapaella · 10/07/2018 12:24

@Baxdream I'm 5'7 if that helps.

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