Fed up of jeans

If you don’t want to look old ladyish or mumsy, why don’t you try leather look (pleather) or black trousers with a slight sheen giving a similar look.
They don’t have to look tarty if you put the right things with them.

I like trousers to have proper pockets, deep side pockets similar to those in men’s trousers. Please can anyone recommend any currently available? Thank you.

Inspired by this thread I have put my jeans away. I had been been feeling decidedly dumpy and frumpy, although comfortable so I have rooted out my Robell trousers and rediscovered my wardrobe - I am now feeling a lot smarter!

Im glad you think so Lucca. I wasn't sure what you would think. I know people have used it.

nadateturbe

Perhaps your bank statement would prove date of purchase but I'm not sure it's worth the bother for a small amount.

That’s a good idea

Calistemon

moggiek

I second M0nica’s suggestion about Lands End trousers.

Oh good, because I ordered some today.

The tops I ordered in the summer were good quality and washed well and today there was a discount on many winter items.

I liked the Land's End for trousers so ordered more as they have a discount at the moment.

Perhaps your bank statement would prove date of purchase but I'm not sure it's worth the bother for a small amount.

Probably Lucca unfortunately.

I have some cords from Seasalt bought 2-3 years ago which have washed well and still look good. I wear them all winter and have three pairs - navy, grey and plum - which work with lots of tops. Mine have front zips (I think someone mentioned side buttons) and quite narrow legs. As for jeans NYDJ are great. Expensive (but my last pair were half price in a sale) but a pair lasts me about four years and I wear them a lot. Sizing is odd but when you get it right they fit well and look good.

Josianne

nadateturbe

White Stuff are now doing 25% off. So annoying. I bought 4 tops last week at 20% off.

Really? Me too, cords and a dress. Grrr.

I bought one a while ago and want to return it but I’ve lost receipt….I guess I would get a credit note but fir the lower price ?

Nothing wrong with larger women wearing leggings but a short top does them no favours.

I love jeans dark blue or black, dress them up or down.Bought some lovely trousers in navy and black but not worn them yet. Hope they are not one of those buys that stay on the hanger.After buying three pairs of jeggings I have gone off them and just wear them walkingthe park. Leggings I wear in the house with big sweatshirts and a thermal underneath when the weather gets colder. A look I see frequently is very, very large ladies with skin tight leggings and short tops, it’s fascinating to me that they stretch so far.

I got fed up of of jeans so have gone ‘ Athleisure’ wide leg tracksuit trousers with a side stripe and zip at ankle M&S ; and some slouchy soft jumpers( White stuff and Hush) couple of pairs of smart trainers - I’m good to go !

I know what 'dressy' means, and , yes I agree, if I was going somewhere dressy, I wouldn't wear jeans, but then I wouldn't wear anything dressy while going about my ordinary business, Wearing a mother-of-the-bride outfit for doing a the weeks supermarket shop, for example, or having coffee with a friend would look out of place.

But I am at a loss as to what 'ladylike' means, so cannot say whether wearing jeans is ladylike or not, also what has age got to do with it?

The older we are the more varied we are in how we age. I have a tall slim cousin, who was 80 this year. She is one of those people who, even in old age, could look elegant dressed in a black plastic binbag.

I see nothing unladylike about females wearing jeans - at any age. It's a matter of personal choice.

mrsgreenfingers56

Personally I would never wear jeans, nothing lady like or dressy about them at all in my view especially on older women. Find M & S quite good for trousers but I am a dress or skirt girl!

I'm not ladylike anyway.

Personally I would never wear jeans, nothing lady like or dressy about them at all in my view especially on older women. Find M & S quite good for trousers but I am a dress or skirt girl!

nadateturbe

White Stuff are now doing 25% off. So annoying. I bought 4 tops last week at 20% off.

Really? Me too, cords and a dress. Grrr.

White Stuff are now doing 25% off. So annoying. I bought 4 tops last week at 20% off.

I have about 7 pairs of these....any colour you like...with a touch of lycra and so comfortable...

Robell - Marie

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moggiek

I second M0nica’s suggestion about Lands End trousers.

Oh good, because I ordered some today.

The tops I ordered in the summer were good quality and washed well and today there was a discount on many winter items.

Love Robell trousers and jeans. Fab fit and not old ladyish at all! Plenty of colours and designs. Find them online or in independant shops.

I like Brax jeans and corduroys. I have a few pairs of Brax cords in different colours and just got 2 new pairs of Brax velours.

I live in dungarees these days. I find them so comfortable and they make me feel young and hippy chic. Whether they make me look young and hippy chic is another matter . I have three pairs, one White Stuff and two Seasalt. All lovely quality and cut. Not for everyone, but I like them.

I got some lovely navy trousers with a tiny bit of stretch from Roman Originals they look smart and very comfortable . A nice change from jeans but still casual .