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Looking for summer workwear? These new M&S trousers tick every box
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If you’re dressing for the office right now, you’ve probably exhausted your wardrobe’s supply of work-friendly dresses, floaty skirts and basic vest tops.
And while we’re certainly not ready to give up either just yet, there’s something to be said for a great pair of trousers when you want to look put together with minimal effort.
That’s exactly why we’re bringing you one of M&S’s latest drops – a pair of smart, linen-blend tailored trousers that should definitely be in your summer wardrobe.
Priced at £46, they’ve got a wide-leg that feels relaxed rather than ‘70s, and the fabric is light enough that you don’t feel weighed down, even on hot days.
M&S Linen Blend Pinstripe Wide Leg Trousers
Available in three lengths, these pinstripe, wide leg trousers are a perfect option for nailing summer office style.
Made from a linen and viscose blend, they’re smart enough for work meetings, but feel comfortable and cool when the temperatures start to climb.
Style them with the matching waistcoat for a co-ord look, or a crisp white shirt and strappy sandals.
The high waisted design means they sit comfortably without feeling tight or restrictive, which honestly makes a big difference when you’re wearing them all day in the office, and they come in three different lengths: petite, regular and long, so there’s no need to worry about getting them taken up or only reaching your shins.
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Made from a 52% linen, 48% viscose blend, they feel light and breathable but don’t lose their shape or wrinkle quite as much as a 100% linen pair would – ideal for times, like work meetings, when you need to be a little more polished. What also makes them such a great buy is how easy they are to style.
They slot straight into a capsule wardrobe and you can wear them with whatever you already own: crisp white shirts, relaxed blouses or simple black vests, even lightweight knitwear when the office air-con is on full blast.
If you’re more of a co-ord wearer or want to jump on the viral trend, wear the trousers with the matching Linen Blend Striped Waistcoat and pair the outfit with black strappy sandals and a braided tote bag.
M&S Linen Blend Striped Waistcoat
Embrace the co-ord trend and pair the trousers with the matching waistcoat.
In a longline style with a V-neckline, two welt pockets and a single button fastening, it’s super flattering on a range of body shapes and the ultimate in cool-girl office wear.
As these trousers are new to M&S, there aren’t many reviews yet, but shoppers who have managed to secure a pair of their own seem genuinely impressed.
‘I bought these trousers to wear with the matching waistcoat. Perfect fit and stripes. Very flattering. Priced well and make a lovely outfit,’ said one review left by a shopper named Grannymorph.
Shopper, Rikki52, said: ‘Very pleased with these smart summery trousers with a proper tailored look and they fit well.’
And a review left by Sweetsandreads read: ‘Very comfortable loose trousers, a little bit smarter than denim but not too formal, will be perfect for my holiday.’
It’s pretty clear that, as far as summer workwear goes, these trousers will be staples in your wardrobe for years to come.
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