We’re not ones to outfit shame, but if you’re still wearing leggings on a flight, what are you doing? Airport outfits have come a long way in recent years, transcending the sole priority of comfort to incorporate sartorial preferences, too. With summer holiday season in full swing, there’s never been a better time to shop for a pair of airport trousers than right now.
There are a few key design features you need to look out for. First and foremost, there should be no button or zip fly in sight. The best airport trousers are pull-on styles that feature elasticated waists, or perhaps a drawstring. We’ll be the first to admit these designs aren’t always the most flattering, though, often resulting in bunching around the waist – the part of the body many women are self-conscious about (often unnecessarily so, but years of unrealistic beauty standards aren't always easy to shake off). It's a simple fact: if a pair of trousers makes you feel less confident, you're unlikely to reach for them.
That’s where M&S’ Elasticated Waist Wide Leg Trousers come in.
Possessing the same elasticated waist design as their inferior counterparts, this elevated style incorporates strategic pleating and folding along the fabric’s waistband that offers a smooth and streamlined appearance. Plus, the pretty pleating serves to make the trousers in question look that much more expensive than their £30 price tag. Win-win!
Available in a stylish dark mulberry almost-black colourway as well as a seasonal rust-orange hue, these trousers will keep you looking chic and feeling comfy through passport control, then double as an easy breezy sightseeing outfit paired with a tank top and sandals once you reach your destination. You could also dress them up with a floaty white blouse top and statement earrings for coastal dinners, too.
M&S Lyocell Rich Elasticated Waist Wide Leg Trousers
M&S Lyocell Rich Elasticated Waist Wide Leg Trousers
There’s no need to worry about baggage restrictions when your holiday outfits include what you wear to the airport – that’s just smart packing!
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Alexandria Dale is the Digital Fashion Writer at Cosmopolitan UK. Covering everything from the celebrity style moments worth knowing about to the latest fashion news, there’s nothing she loves more than finding a high street dupe of a must-have designer item. As well as discovering new brands, she’s passionate about sustainable fashion and establishing the trends that are actually worth investing in. Having worked in fashion journalism for six years, she has experience at both digital and print publications including Glamour and Ok!
