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White jeans

14 replies

Dahlagain · 28/02/2026 23:40

do these suit anyone? im a size 18 but need ro go up a size. But does anyone look ik v m

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EBearhug · 28/02/2026 23:53

I have told myself I'll buy a pair when I'm definitely through menopause. I realise I will probably still get mud and grass stains and curry on them, but not blood.

I don't care what I will look like. They will just symbolise being free of the risk of flooding periods to me.

This does not help you at all, though.

Dahlagain · 01/03/2026 03:51

@EBearhug im probably in the menopause now. Im an 18 but my M&S ones which I just bought look tight so I feel I should have gone up a size. However not sure im deluding myself in that they look nice

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Overtheatlantic · 01/03/2026 04:27

I wore white jeans from M&S when I was a size 18. Wore them with a blue linen shirt and thought it looked smart.

Judystilldreamsofhorses · 01/03/2026 10:40

I bought off-white jeans last summer and wore them a lot - mainly with pale yellow, chocolate brown, sometimes red, on top. Mine are a loose barrel shape. I actually just ordered these Cos ones for spring last night:

https://www.cos.com/en-gb/women/womenswear/jeans/barrelleg/product/twine-barrel-leg-jeans-light-beige-1298857004

I already have them in blue and really like them so hoping these are nice. I’m a UK 12. Could you exchange the M&S ones for the size up and a looser fit if they look neat? I tried some jeans on in there the other week, both size 12, and one pair was massive, the other I couldn’t breathe in - it’s not you, it’s the jeans!

Catisheavyonmylap · 01/03/2026 10:42

I’ve got some off white M&S ones that I am determined to wear this summer and yes, I think they can look really good.

Dahlagain · 01/03/2026 10:44

So i bought these full price unfortunately and they looked really unflattering at the crotch. The idea was to get out of my rut of darker jeans as i liked seeing the fresh look of lighter jeans, lighter tops. But it seems to hug my belly so i wish id gone bigger

High Waisted Smart Wide Leg Jeans | M&S | M&S

M&S

High Waisted Smart Wide Leg Jeans | M&S | M&S

These '70s-inspired high rise denim jeans bring a touch of retro flair to your everyday wardrobe. Made with added stretch for day-long comfort, they're cut in a flattering wide leg fit with a smart high waist. The permanent front crease adds a tailored...

https://www.marksandspencer.com/high-waisted-wide-leg-jeans/p/clp60585450?color=WHITE#intid=pid_pg1pip10g4r3c1

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Catisheavyonmylap · 01/03/2026 11:07

I love those!

Can you not take them back and get the next size up? You should still get back the money you paid for them.

Dahlagain · 01/03/2026 11:18

Catisheavyonmylap · 01/03/2026 11:07

I love those!

Can you not take them back and get the next size up? You should still get back the money you paid for them.

@Catisheavyonmylap no because i wore them! Then realised i didnt look great!

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Catisheavyonmylap · 01/03/2026 11:25

How annoying!

Crash diet? 😁

Dahlagain · 01/03/2026 20:56

Catisheavyonmylap · 01/03/2026 11:25

How annoying!

Crash diet? 😁

@Catisheavyonmylap I so wish that would work!!!

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Dahlagain · 19/03/2026 23:36

Gave the jeans to a homeless charity and have accepted white is just not flattering on me!

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EleanorMc67 · 20/03/2026 02:03

I have never liked white jeans. They remind me of Elizabeth Hurley wearing them & being papped - coming out of a sex shop with a carrier bag ...

minnowonthesay · 20/03/2026 05:23

I like white jeans for the summer just not too tight, a straight looser leg, cropped above my ankle. It means I can wear my navy tops and still look summery. Last year I wore with brown tops too and tan sandals.
I size up in my M & S white jeans too. I have also bought cream magic pant barrel legs which i think will be useful in the summer with a vest top and overshirt.
https://thestyleattic.co.uk/products/barrel-leg-magic-pants-1

Barrel leg magic pants - cream

Crafted in Italy with meticulous attention to detail, these barrel leg magic pants are the versatile essential every wardrobe needs this season.

https://thestyleattic.co.uk/products/barrel-leg-magic-pants-1

minnowonthesay · 20/03/2026 05:26

Meant to add, I also like denim tops or shirts but I don’t like double denim on me, so white or cream bottoms means I can wear them. I love my Levi shirt, white jeans and colourful Adidas trainers.

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