Marks & Spencer shoppers are expressing their delight with a pair of linen trousers that 'skim over the stomach', providing a flattering and comfortable option for the warmer months. The Single Pleat Wide Leg Trousers with Linen are currently available for £40 from Marks & Spencer.
Design and Features
The trousers, available in sizes 6 to 24, are crafted with a 'touch of linen', offering a breathable, airy finish ideal for rising temperatures. Featuring a wide-leg silhouette, they create an effortlessly relaxed yet sophisticated look that drapes over the body. A high waistband with a discreet hook bar and zip fastening ensures a smooth, flattering fit, while front pleats add both structure and movement. Practical pockets complete the design, making them as functional as they are fashionable.
Part of M&S's prestigious Autograph collection, these trousers are intended as a premium wardrobe staple, combining contemporary tailoring with refined finishing touches. They are perfect for dressing up or down throughout the season.
Customer Reviews
The trousers have received glowing reviews on the M&S website. One shopper said: "Bought with the matching jacket. Very pleased with the outfit." Another wrote: "Excellent summer work trousers, really flattering shape as they skim over the stomach. They don't seem to crease badly on the first wear, and are a nice shade of navy. Short length is perfect - I'm 5'4." A third remarked: "Lovely trousers. I have them in navy - easy to wear, easy to wash and don't need ironing."
However, a handful of customers had minor reservations. One noted: "Lovely, stylish, flattering trousers. Fit well and hang well. Maybe a bit see-through, but with the right underwear they should be OK." Another commented: "Good quality and fit. Nice fabric. Although I ordered the regular length which is usually OK, they were too long, so have taken them up. Bought for a formal occasion."
Alternative Options
For those who aren't entirely sold on the M&S trousers, Next offers the Chocolate Brown Smart Front Linen Blend Wide Leg Trousers for £34. These are available in sizes 6 to 26, in lengths ranging from short to extra-long, and in both regular and petite fits. They are said to provide 'comfortable wear with an elasticated back' and feature side pockets and a zip button fastening. New Look also offers the Black Tapered Balloon Parachute Trousers for £36.99, available in sizes 10 to 18, with a contemporary silhouette, side slip pockets, and an elasticated waistband.
