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Flattering barrel or cuffed joggers (for a flight)

59 replies

MarshaMarshaMarsha · 11/10/2026 09:13

Does anyone have any recommendations? Tried the brushed jersey barrel trousers from Uniqlo but they were a bit “worky”.. I want something with a flattering waist band not really bulky around the waist like jogging bottoms tend to be. Ideally in black or charcoal. Size 14.

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leperol · 11/10/2026 09:40

I have these. So comfortable on, and don't look like overblown balloons 😊(I'm not a fan of the big barrel leg things, I'm big enough ha ha).

www.next.co.uk/style/su601383/f09326

DeathBanana · 11/10/2026 09:52

FizzyColaBottle8 · 11/10/2026 09:36

I’ve just bought these. https://bornnouli.com/products/relaxed-pocket-barrel-leg-trouser-slate

very flattering and comfy. You can get 20% off if you sign up to the newsletter as they are quite pricey.

I keep getting shown these by the algorithm. They look lovely but I’m worried about length. How tall are you?

nextchapterplease · 11/10/2026 10:10

FizzyColaBottle8 · 11/10/2026 09:36

I’ve just bought these. https://bornnouli.com/products/relaxed-pocket-barrel-leg-trouser-slate

very flattering and comfy. You can get 20% off if you sign up to the newsletter as they are quite pricey.

I have these too and came on to recommend them - I love mine so much I want to wear them all the time and may need a second pair - I am 5 foot 5 ish and they sit perfectly around my ankle bones I can wear with boots or trainers . I could nave sized down and a snugger fit would probably come
up higher

FizzyColaBottle8 · 11/10/2026 10:17

DeathBanana · 11/10/2026 09:52

I keep getting shown these by the algorithm. They look lovely but I’m worried about length. How tall are you?

I’m 5’2” and they look about 2 inches longer on me than on the model. So they come right down to my feet. I’ve had to buy XS as a 10 is supposed to be S but they were huge.

MarshaMarshaMarsha · 11/10/2026 12:10

FizzyColaBottle8 · 11/10/2026 09:36

I’ve just bought these. https://bornnouli.com/products/relaxed-pocket-barrel-leg-trouser-slate

very flattering and comfy. You can get 20% off if you sign up to the newsletter as they are quite pricey.

Thanks, I’ve seen those on social media too. Is the waist ok as it looks quite bulky which is what I want (need) to avoid as have enough padding there already! 😂

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MarshaMarshaMarsha · 11/10/2026 12:12

leperol · 11/10/2026 09:40

I have these. So comfortable on, and don't look like overblown balloons 😊(I'm not a fan of the big barrel leg things, I'm big enough ha ha).

www.next.co.uk/style/su601383/f09326

These look nice too but out of stock in my size at the moment.

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FizzyColaBottle8 · 11/10/2026 12:43

MarshaMarshaMarsha · 11/10/2026 12:10

Thanks, I’ve seen those on social media too. Is the waist ok as it looks quite bulky which is what I want (need) to avoid as have enough padding there already! 😂

I don’t know what you mean about the waist being bulky. I’m wearing them now and I’m looking at them thinking are they bulky? 😂

I mean if you have a flat stomach they will sit flat and if not they won’t.

MarshaMarshaMarsha · 11/10/2026 14:00

The waistband itself looks very thick and padded to me in the photos… which adds unnecessary inches. Compared to say the waistband of “leggings” style bottoms that usually sit closer to the body.

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askmenow · 11/10/2026 15:51

FizzyColaBottle8 · 11/10/2026 09:36

I’ve just bought these. https://bornnouli.com/products/relaxed-pocket-barrel-leg-trouser-slate

very flattering and comfy. You can get 20% off if you sign up to the newsletter as they are quite pricey.

God why do people wear these clown trousers?
They look awful!
It’s a veerrry odd fashion design. 🙄

canklesmctacotits · 11/10/2026 16:39

askmenow · 11/10/2026 15:51

God why do people wear these clown trousers?
They look awful!
It’s a veerrry odd fashion design. 🙄

Don’t hold back with your opinions now 😂

They do actually look ridiculous when static but I own x5 pairs of cropped barrel cut jeans and don’t give a shit how clownish I look because they’re so, so comfortable and easy to wear. I’m not in the UK OP but in case you have them there mine are from Marine Layer and Pilcro at Anthropologie.

FizzyColaBottle8 · 11/10/2026 17:42

askmenow · 11/10/2026 15:51

God why do people wear these clown trousers?
They look awful!
It’s a veerrry odd fashion design. 🙄

Nobody asked you for your opinion.

HoldMyWine · 11/10/2026 17:47

ClimbingBear · 11/10/2026 15:28

I have 2 pairs of these , I practically live in them. I just wish they did more colours.

EllaPaella · 11/10/2026 17:54

Adidas barrel joggers are lovely. Super comfy and soft. I’ve lived in mine since I got them.

BorgQueen · 11/10/2026 18:05

I’ve got a pair of very soft, ‘slinky’ ,for want of a better word, joggers from Skechers, they have a flat waistband AND pockets. Ideal for flying in because they aren’t thick. They look smart-ish but feel like pyjamas.

catherinereynolds · 11/10/2026 20:12

ASOS barrel leg joggers, just the basic brushed style I have them in black they’re casual but don’t look too sloppy

EleanorMc67 · 12/10/2026 04:43

FizzyColaBottle8 · 11/10/2026 17:42

Nobody asked you for your opinion.

It has to be said though that they're photographed very oddly in that first colourway - like they've been ironed down the outside so that they have big flaps on the sides ... They look much nicer & more normal barrel-legged in the green!

Trappedinthecastofawhodunnit · 12/10/2026 11:40

FizzyColaBottle8 · 11/10/2026 10:17

I’m 5’2” and they look about 2 inches longer on me than on the model. So they come right down to my feet. I’ve had to buy XS as a 10 is supposed to be S but they were huge.

I love these but I'm 5ft 8 - sounds like they might be too short.

Geneticsbunny · 12/10/2026 14:48

I misread flight as fight...

nomas · 12/10/2026 17:42

What about these from Tu? £15.75 for a pack of two and 60% cotton.

Buy Black & Charcoal Cuffed Joggers 2 Pack L | Girls sixth form outfits | Argos

nomas · 12/10/2026 17:44

Or these for £16

Buy Black Brushed Fleece Relaxed Thermal Jogger M | Thermals | Argos

Gwenhwyfar · 12/10/2026 20:36

FizzyColaBottle8 · 11/10/2026 17:42

Nobody asked you for your opinion.

What? It's a thread for recommendations and opinions. It's the whole point of a talk page.

FizzyColaBottle8 · 12/10/2026 21:00

Gwenhwyfar · 12/10/2026 20:36

What? It's a thread for recommendations and opinions. It's the whole point of a talk page.

This is a thread for recommendations. Clearly not intended for people who dislike them.