Marks and Spencer's £20 Jersey Straight Leg Trousers with Stretch have become a consistent bestseller, with thousands of reviews and an overall rating of 4.4 out of five stars. The stretchy, comfortable design is versatile enough for the office, casual wear with a jumper and trainers, or formal events with a top and heels.
The trousers come in four lengths – Extra Short, Petite/Short, Regular and Long – and are available in two classic colours: Black and Navy. The M&S website describes them as offering "the perfect balance of comfort and style for everyday wear," with a straight leg silhouette and soft stretchy fabric that "moves with you throughout the day." They feature an elasticated waist for effortless dressing.
Shoppers praise comfort and value
One five-star reviewer called them "excellent trousers for work or going out. Wash no ironing. Look very smart and very flattering." Another said: "I love these trousers they are so comfortable, they look stylish but the stretch makes them more comfortable."
A third wrote: "Give me more! So easy and comfortable to wear and can be dressed up or down. Wish you did them in more colours." A fourth added: "This is my second purchase of these trousers, very comfortable to wear. Good fit and feels great."
Some shoppers note minor drawbacks
While most feedback is positive, one shopper knocked off a star for a lack of pockets, saying: "Everyday trousers, nice change to wearing jeans. Comfortable and easy to wear. Wish they had pockets." Another gave four stars, explaining: "They were a little too wide for me. As I am small I don’t like them too wide."
Others highlighted the trousers' durability, with one reviewer noting: "I've had several versions of this trousers over the years, perfect everyday winter pant. The slimmer leg is this year's update. So long lasting at a great price." Another praised them as "a perfect solution" after surgery, adding: "They are also very good value for their cost."
For those seeking a more luxurious option, M&S also offers the £30 Velvet Pull On Wide Leg Trousers in sizes 6 to 24 with three lengths, as well as the £30 Satin Drawstring Wide Leg Trousers in five colourways. Other festive alternatives include Next's Lipsy Black Velvet Wide Leg Sequin Trousers at £50 and Joe Browns' Esme Velour Embroidered Bootcut Trousers at £75.
