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Sweaty Betty Explorer Trousers Dupe

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ForSaleChesterDraws · 12/04/2024 07:24

Has anyone found a decent dupe of the SB Explorer Trousers? I love the fabric (drapes well, super comfy, doesn’t knee, dries quickly), the cut but hate the price tag (£98 now)! I have been looking on Vinted at used pairs and in the sale, but keep missing them. I wondered if anyone had found a decent dupe yet?

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NeedANewOne25 · 12/04/2024 07:53

I’m interested too, probably not helpful but there are jumpsuits with vest and T-shirt tops for £59.99 in the sale currently. I am with you on the fabric and would like trousers too but £98 is too much.

ForSaleChesterDraws · 12/04/2024 07:57

Yes I have spotted those, but I want separates.

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NeedANewOne25 · 12/04/2024 09:26

I got the vest jumpsuit for recent holiday and was so comfy and looked good on. Want the trousers and shorts now though, and a whopping discount code 😄🤞

Helpwithfamily · 12/04/2024 09:32

The reviews seem to suggest that people buy the jumpsuit and then cut the vest top off to make trousers. That’s so clever!

ForSaleChesterDraws · 12/04/2024 10:14

I think that could turn out to be a very expensive mistake!

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TokyoSushi · 12/04/2024 10:17

I hadn't seen these, but oh my, look how nice they are! Following!

Helpwithfamily · 12/04/2024 14:43

I have bought the jumpsuit in the sale! I have the SB dress in the same material and it’s great, so hoping the jumpsuit isn’t too clingy.

Helpwithfamily · 12/04/2024 14:44

ForSaleChesterDraws · 12/04/2024 10:14

I think that could turn out to be a very expensive mistake!

It would be for me, I have no creative ability. But 2 of the reviews said they had chopped the top off.

CormorantStrikesBack · 12/04/2024 14:50

They’re on amazing for £65 but only in xl

WithIcePlease · 12/04/2024 15:07

I'm going to try them at SB soon for sizing but I think that they look like 'magic trousers' that are available in lots of cheap shops and on the internet so I will see if I think they are worth the price. I have about 4 pairs from various country shows and shops and they are great for spring/summer and the most expensive were £30 (Cotswolds) These look v similar from a quick google https://www.laundryb.com/made-in-italy-smooth-slim-magic-trouser-navy/?gadsource=1&gbraid=0AAAAADv2QsXzniLwmgTIqVntlgDfbI7c7&gclid=CjwKCAjwt-OwBhBnEiwAgwzrUn4cRHQV4Y2X2LJyddiIJGCz8mILs6z2uyT2fSqIAAOJp5tV7DbORoC3L8QAvDDBwE

whirlyhead · 12/04/2024 15:16

Befriend a fitness professional who gets a 30% discount at sweaty Betty! I have the discount and it’s the only reason I buy there. I have a couple of pairs of explorer trousers and I don’t like them very much so I don’t wear them. Sadly I don’t live in England so I can’t sell them to anyone.

OneHazelSnake · 12/04/2024 15:53

What's so remarkable about them? They look v plain to me (no offense) and expensive is true!

ranoutofquinoaandprosecco · 12/04/2024 15:54

It's not near your birthday is it? As you usually get 50% off an item from memory or if you know any fitness, dance, yoga instructors I think they get 30% off.

OneHazelSnake · 12/04/2024 15:57

I wonder what would stop someone just changing their bday on the site if that was the case!!!

Ginkypig · 12/04/2024 16:17

WithIcePlease · 12/04/2024 15:07

I'm going to try them at SB soon for sizing but I think that they look like 'magic trousers' that are available in lots of cheap shops and on the internet so I will see if I think they are worth the price. I have about 4 pairs from various country shows and shops and they are great for spring/summer and the most expensive were £30 (Cotswolds) These look v similar from a quick google https://www.laundryb.com/made-in-italy-smooth-slim-magic-trouser-navy/?gadsource=1&gbraid=0AAAAADv2QsXzniLwmgTIqVntlgDfbI7c7&gclid=CjwKCAjwt-OwBhBnEiwAgwzrUn4cRHQV4Y2X2LJyddiIJGCz8mILs6z2uyT2fSqIAAOJp5tV7DbORoC3L8QAvDDBwE

Hi what’s the sizing like as I really quite like a couple of the pairs I’ve seen on the site you linked.

im a 16 but sometimes depending on the brand they are a bit tight but almost always if I size up from a 16 they are too big.

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ForSaleChesterDraws · 12/04/2024 16:23

OneHazelSnake · 12/04/2024 15:53

What's so remarkable about them? They look v plain to me (no offense) and expensive is true!

They are very dull but they suit me! U have wide hips and they skim nicely without having pockets that gape like many trousers. I can wear them with flats or boots for work and look reasonably smart for “no meeting” office days. They look good with trainers. I don’t really wear jeans as I find stiff waistbands uncomfortable, but don’t want to wear leggings for casual wear either. They are amazing for travelling as they are lightweight and dry easily.

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ForSaleChesterDraws · 12/04/2024 16:25

Ginkypig · 12/04/2024 16:17

Hi what’s the sizing like as I really quite like a couple of the pairs I’ve seen on the site you linked.

im a 16 but sometimes depending on the brand they are a bit tight but almost always if I size up from a 16 they are too big.

I find they are quite generous. When I’ve been a 14-16 a large has been fine for me. Now I’m a 12-14 the large is too big and I need to size down to a medium, but the price has gone up since I last bought, hence me asking on here.

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WithIcePlease · 13/04/2024 00:10

@Ginkypig I don't know about that site sorry- they are just an example of similar I have bought which look very similar to SB explorers.

Ponks · 13/04/2024 00:35

If you are on Facebook, there's a group for buying and selling used sweaty Betty clothes - might be worth joining, I'm sure I've seen explorer trousers on recently.

ForSaleChesterDraws · 14/04/2024 10:04

Oh thank you! Have just joined that group and will keep an eye out!

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