What are straight leg trousers?

Straight leg trousers keep the same width from the knee down to the hem, rather than narrowing like a slim trouser or widening like a wide leg. They look neat with a loafer or ankle boot and sit easily over a longer boot.

Which straight leg trousers are best for curves?

The Brax Carola is cut with more room through the hip and thigh, so it suits a curvier figure without gaping at the waist. The NYDJ Marilyn is the other one to try. Both come in classic colours that are easy to wear with most tops.

How long should straight leg trousers be?

The hem should just touch the top of your shoe at the front, with a slight break. If they pool around the ankle, ask us about leg lengths, as these vary from one brand to the next. Our team can help you compare lengths across brands in the shop.

Where can I buy straight leg trousers in Dorset?

At Shirley Allum on the High Street in Shaftesbury, where you can try several straight leg trousers side by side, and online at shirleyallum.co.uk with tracked UK delivery available. Our team can help you compare the Brax and NYDJ fits in person.

Can straight leg trousers be worn to work?

Yes. A straight leg in a smart fabric, like the NYDJ Marilyn trouser in black or navy, looks tailored with a blazer and loafers, and dresses down easily with a jumper and trainers at the weekend.

Straight Leg Trousers

Women's straight leg trousers run the same width from the knee to the hem, which is why they suit almost everyone and work with almost every shoe.

Two fits carry most of it. The Brax Carola gives a little more room through the hip and thigh, in cotton and corduroy, and the NYDJ Marilyn is a smart straight trouser in black, navy, charcoal and brown. Oui and Sahara add relaxed straight styles.

A straight leg trouser should touch the top of your foot without bunching. Leg lengths vary by brand, so ask us in the Shaftesbury shop if a pair is too long or too short.