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What’s the solution to dressing for summer heat all while feeling utterly on top of your fashion game? Easy! These tick-every-single-box ‘Somerset’ linen trousers by Anthropologie.
Don’t be fooled, these are far more than a pair of ‘easy trousers’ – in fact, the more you look at them, the better they get. First, while most linen trousers have a fiddly drawstring waist, this pair has a smocked waist, which is way more polished and fashionable. Plus, it adds an extra layer of comfort – exactly what we need in a heatwave.
Second, the slouch factor. The Somerset trousers are wide enough to float with you as you walk, but not so wide that they’ll swamp you – and they have deep pockets to enable you to really lean into your laid-back summer mood. Meanwhile, the ankle length means there will be no dragging on the floor and no need for a heel or a platform sandal – and I write this speaking from experience as a petite woman standing at 5’3.
In fact, no matter what height or size you are, all of the above design bonuses will apply to you, because the clever people at Anthropologie have made this multipurpose wonder in petite, regular and plus sizes – meaning they range from sizes xs-3xl. What joy!
If you’re not yet convinced, well, we’ve saved the best for last. This gem of a find comes in six brilliant shades to choose from – and you’ll want one for every occasion. From a zingy lime-green for holiday to a rich fuchsia for garden parties and, of course, classic black for the office or more formal occasions.
So there you have it, your summer trousers solved!
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