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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.

OP posts:
Londonmummy66 · 19/02/2025 13:05

Long Tall Sally? https://www.longtallsally.com/lts-tall-stone-brown-satin-side-stripe-trousers-p

AlicePottery · 19/02/2025 14:54

BitOutOfPractice · 19/02/2025 07:54

Have you tried La Redoute?

No, good idea, although I worry about their stuff being a bit short on me.

OP posts:
AlicePottery · 19/02/2025 14:56

They're lovely but way over budget (100€).

OP posts:
BitOutOfPractice · 19/02/2025 15:03

AlicePottery · 19/02/2025 14:54

No, good idea, although I worry about their stuff being a bit short on me.

I’m the same height as you and I get a lot of things from there. Also I think they do a lot of trousers in lengths.

Ramblingaway · 19/02/2025 17:55

Is this any good? https://www.joebrowns.co.uk/joyful-check-button-detail-mini-skirt-ws446

AlicePottery · 19/02/2025 18:22

Ramblingaway · 19/02/2025 17:55

Well it's very nice but doesn't quite fit the brief 😅

OP posts:
SoScarletItWas · 19/02/2025 18:28

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.

They are unpredictable. I wear them loads. I have a 32” inside leg and I have Regular ones that are longer than Long; Long that shrunk the first time I washed them and ended up far too short even when I let the hem down; and Long that stayed the same.

They wear fine, they don’t bobble or get baggy knees. But the washing is anyone’s guess.

LookItsMeAgain · 19/02/2025 18:40

Have you checked out the Next (France) website?
https://www.nextdirect.com/fr/fr/shop/gender-women-productaffiliation-trousers?p=1#0

Look for the 'grande stature' for longer leg

Gymbunny2025 · 19/02/2025 19:45

Oh wow they look fab! How do the sizes come up?

glasgowstations · 19/02/2025 20:09

Gymbunny2025 · 19/02/2025 19:45

Oh wow they look fab! How do the sizes come up?

I used the size chart and they fit beautifully. They are expensive but I literally wear them every day and they wash really well, no ironing required

OrangeBlossom28 · 19/02/2025 20:14

Do they absolutely have to have pockets? I have a lovely pair of black wide legged trousers from Bershka which were £27.99.

MerylSqueak · 19/02/2025 22:48

These are only ìn black but come in different lengths and the pockets are great - and I hate pockets.

I'm going to keep buying them until they stop making them.

MerylSqueak · 19/02/2025 22:49

Sorry

Looking for the next Holy grail of trousers.
MerylSqueak · 19/02/2025 22:50

Sorry MNHQare reviewing my screen shot. They are Mint Velvet palazzo pants around £40 available at John lewis for the posting

Forthethirdyearinarow87 · 19/02/2025 22:55

Op have a look at Saint and Sofia who go in for different lengths.

BettyButtersBatter · 20/02/2025 22:54

witwatwoo · 18/02/2025 20:00

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

Can you link to a good pair please?

Ritzybitzy · 23/02/2025 00:16

UpMyself · 18/02/2025 10:40

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

Me&em isn’t €50!

angela1952 · 01/03/2025 18:29

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!

https://www.marksandspencer.com/jersey-wide-leg-trousers-with-stretch/p/clp60506499?color=BLACK#intid=pid_pg1pip48g4r1c3%7Cprodflag_srp_ts_CBS_3

Wouldprefertobereading · 01/03/2025 20:08

I have 2 pairs of these.. they’re lovely

www.johnlewis.com/john-lewis-jersey-wide-leg-trousers/p110247739

Socksey · 01/03/2025 20:13

Halara.... life changing... you didn't state your inside leg but +33" works...
All other criteria fit

lucindalucinsa · 01/03/2025 20:16

Halara fan here.
So many choices.
Great customer service too.

Ilovegrantnicholas · 01/03/2025 22:01

I can't post a link but various colours from F&F Tesco. Wash and dry like a dream, elasticated waist and pockets, three lengths, I wear them to work and everything else! £26. Bargain!

ipredictariot5 · 02/03/2025 01:27

I’m a recent switcher to Uniqlo. Takes a while to work out your size as there body measurement sizes are way too big but
you can see measurements for individual items.worth visting a store if you
all my trousers from
there have been holy grail types

PlumpAndDeliciousFatcat · 02/03/2025 07:01

ipredictariot5 · 02/03/2025 01:27

I’m a recent switcher to Uniqlo. Takes a while to work out your size as there body measurement sizes are way too big but
you can see measurements for individual items.worth visting a store if you
all my trousers from
there have been holy grail types

Have they improved their lengths then? They never used to have anything longer than a 29” inside leg but I’ll look again if so!