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Looking for the next Holy grail of trousers.

55 replies

AlicePottery · 18/02/2025 10:33

Ok, I know how some of you like a challenge, so I'm looking for a new pair of trousers which need to fit the criteria listed below.
Currently I live in these (or baggy jeans):

www.marksandspencer.com/fr/pantalon-coupe-large-en-jersey-extensible/p/P60506499.html

They are almost perfect (only flaw being no pockets). Ideally I'd like something similar but in a lighter 'safe' colour (beige or cream, maybe grey) but I can only find them in dark colours.

What I'm looking for (in order of preference):

  • Machine washable (and tumble dryer safe, also I don't iron 😅)
  • Comfortable but smart (for work)
  • Wide fit
  • Long (I'm 5'7 but have stupidly long legs)
  • Pockets

They also have to be deliverable to France. Budget up to 50€. I'm a size 14ish (42/44 French size).

Also I'd like the moon. On a stick. Please.

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UpMyself · 18/02/2025 10:40

Try Uniqlo, Me&Em or Baukjen. No idea really. Might a brand like Robell do them?

PlumpAndDeliciousFatcat · 18/02/2025 10:48

Define ‘long’, please. What’s your inside leg?

UpMyself · 18/02/2025 10:48

In the UK, i'd suggest slightly cheaper than M&S, like Tu at Sainsbury's, George at Asda, Matalan, etc so might French supermarkets/budget brands have something?

PlumpAndDeliciousFatcat · 18/02/2025 10:51

I’ve had some like this from Sainsbury’s and they are excellent but I don’t know if they ship to France: https://tuclothing.sainsburys.co.uk/product/tuc145739885?clickSR=slp:term:jersey%20trousers:22:419:2

UpMyself · 18/02/2025 11:13

Lands' End?Women's Soft Trousers | Lands' End
Over budget and not 'S&B' but a reliable brand.

Fuckitydoodah · 18/02/2025 11:15

Sorry, I can't help, but if someone could send a UK link for the M&S trousers, I'd be very grateful!

ShinyAppleDreamingOfTheSea · 18/02/2025 12:32

Have a look on the Next website - they do a long length in most of their styles but also have other brands. I don't know about delivery to France though.

Exasperated24 · 18/02/2025 12:57

Fuckitydoodah · 18/02/2025 11:15

Sorry, I can't help, but if someone could send a UK link for the M&S trousers, I'd be very grateful!

www.marksandspencer.com/jersey-wide-leg-trousers-with-stretch/p/clp60506499

Chuchoter · 18/02/2025 13:09

I have a couple of pairs of wide leg trousers from Holland Cooper which are lovely.

Mine are black and navy but they also have pale colours.

Exasperated24 · 18/02/2025 14:22

I have these in black and they’re really nice.. would go for more colours but they’re limited in stock in a lot of sizes now.

www.abercrombie.com/shop/uk/p/tailored-wide-leg-pants-51625331?faceout=model&seq=44

Diabolicallly · 18/02/2025 14:23

These

AlicePottery · 18/02/2025 19:24

PlumpAndDeliciousFatcat · 18/02/2025 10:48

Define ‘long’, please. What’s your inside leg?

I have no idea, I'll go and see if I can find a tape measure.

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AlicePottery · 18/02/2025 19:26

Exasperated24 · 18/02/2025 14:22

I have these in black and they’re really nice.. would go for more colours but they’re limited in stock in a lot of sizes now.

www.abercrombie.com/shop/uk/p/tailored-wide-leg-pants-51625331?faceout=model&seq=44

Those are lovely, a bit over budget at 80€, how much are they in the UK? I'm coming over in summer so maybe I should wait until then.

Problem with French clothes shops is everything's so short, apart from H&M but I've had no joy there so far.

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AlicePottery · 18/02/2025 19:37

86cm / 34 inch

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witwatwoo · 18/02/2025 20:00

Halara, I have several pairs and swear by them - elastic waist too !!

Loafbeginsat60 · 18/02/2025 20:28

I keep seeing these on Facebook reels and they look so comfortable

https://amzn.eu/d/iIo7jev

Lots of colours and other options from sellers I just typed in wide fit yoga pants

Exasperated24 · 19/02/2025 00:15

AlicePottery · 18/02/2025 19:26

Those are lovely, a bit over budget at 80€, how much are they in the UK? I'm coming over in summer so maybe I should wait until then.

Problem with French clothes shops is everything's so short, apart from H&M but I've had no joy there so far.

Ah apologies, I’ve just checked and they’re £65 now but were on sale at around £48 when I bought them last month.

buffyfaithspikeangel · 19/02/2025 02:19

Not sure about shipping but these are great
Wash well
I'm 5ft 10, get the long length
Elasticated at the back so comfortable
They do a low rise too which I haven't tried

www.hollisterco.com/shop/uk/p/hollister-livvy-ultra-high-rise-wide-leg-pants-59027826?seq=04&source=googleshopping

buffyfaithspikeangel · 19/02/2025 02:22

Oh and I saw these in person and they looked a lot more expensive than they are

https://www.marksandspencer.com/checked-pull-on-wide-leg-trousers/p/clp60699432#intid=pidpg1pip8g2r1c1%7CprodflaggsrptssQP_13

AlicePottery · 19/02/2025 07:14

Exasperated24 · 19/02/2025 00:15

Ah apologies, I’ve just checked and they’re £65 now but were on sale at around £48 when I bought them last month.

Oooh no, you're right, the light grey ones are in the sales making them more or less on budget. I'm very tempted by the beige ones now (obviously not on sale 🙄).

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AlicePottery · 19/02/2025 07:16

buffyfaithspikeangel · 19/02/2025 02:22

Oh and I saw these in person and they looked a lot more expensive than they are

https://www.marksandspencer.com/checked-pull-on-wide-leg-trousers/p/clp60699432#intid=pidpg1pip8g2r1c1%7CprodflaggsrptssQP_13

I wish they didn't have the stripes down the outside!

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Doggymummar · 19/02/2025 07:53

buffyfaithspikeangel · 19/02/2025 02:19

Not sure about shipping but these are great
Wash well
I'm 5ft 10, get the long length
Elasticated at the back so comfortable
They do a low rise too which I haven't tried

www.hollisterco.com/shop/uk/p/hollister-livvy-ultra-high-rise-wide-leg-pants-59027826?seq=04&source=googleshopping

Second these, they look way more expensive than they are. Mine are too big now so will be the next size down they are brilliant

BitOutOfPractice · 19/02/2025 07:54

Have you tried La Redoute?

Istheworldmadorisitme · 19/02/2025 08:08

You can get Next in France. They usually have a long leg option. And they resell a lot of British brands.

Bjorkdidit · 19/02/2025 08:37

M&S also have these

https://www.marksandspencer.com/textured-wide-leg-trousers/p/clp60733478?color=MOCHA

Sadly the ones linked by the OP seem to be mostly out of stock because I've read a lot about these and would like to try a pair but don't seem to have my size. I'm hoping they become one of their staples rather than a flash in the pan here today, gone tomorrow fashion item and they'll come back in stock soon.

But can anyone say how they wash and wear? I was a bit concerned that the jersey fabric would start to look tired quite quickly, fading and losing it's shape, so wouldn't be any good for regular workwear.

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