In the warmer months, you might want to swap out stiff jeans and trousers for something lighter and cooler. Linen trousers are a wardrobe staple for this time of year and can be transitioned from spring to summer.
The Tie Waist Wide Leg Linen Blend Trousers from Next are being praised by shoppers who are buying them for holidays and the warmer weather.
One shopper particularly praised them for wearing in higher temperatures, saying: “Very cool and comfortable. Great for hot weather.”
They’re also affordable at £30 and come in six different shades—blue, black, and navy—plus a monochrome stripe, a black palm pattern, and a floral pattern—the patterned versions cost slightly more at £34.
The trousers have an on-trend wide fit, so they’re easy to move around in when you want to stay cool. They’re made from linen, which is loved for its airy and breathable feel, while the elasticated waist should improve the comfort even further. The waistband is also thicker than traditional linen trousers, which means they should be more supportive, and they’re high-waisted, which can give a flattering silhouette by pulling in the waist.
You could style the trousers with a knitted vest and trainers for spring, and for a casual holiday look, they could be worn with a T-shirt and sandals. Linen trousers usually fold up pretty small, too, so they’re handy (and light) for packing to take away with you.
Most reviews are complimentary of the fit, and Next is known for having a diverse size range, with these coming in sizes six to 26.
However, one petite shopper said: ”A little long in the leg, so I have had to alter the hem. Apart from that, I have no negatives to add.”
On the other hand, another shopper commented: ”Perfect fit. Great for the holidays and very comfy. They look better on than off the rail.”
Alternatively, the Marks and Spencer Linen-Rich Drawstring Tapered Trousers are £27.50, with a choice of five colours. There’s a particularly wide choice of lengths too, with extra-short, petite, regular and long options available.
If you wanted a versatile piece you could wear after a year, you could buy these in the white shade, as they’d pair well with lighter colours for the summer months.
Cropped trousers are back in style, and Roman’s £28 pair combine the shorter length with the relaxed feel of linen trousers. They come in navy and beige, and the versatile design can be worn with t-shirts and vests on holiday or layered up for cooler days in the UK.
They can remain in your wardrobe throughout spring and summer and are a comfortable alternative to jeans or shorts, especially when you want something breathable for travelling in.
