LifesGood Posted April 27, 2021 Share Posted April 27, 2021 Need help please eb. I tried these pants on today in the shop and I'm in between M and L. They are really comfy and affordable, plus they are quite smart so I could wear them to work. The M fit like a glove, very snug particularly on the thigh - possibly too snug for work unless I lose the covid kgs . The fabric is stretch and the waist band is elastic at the back. The L was slightly too big around the middle but sat more nicely on the legs. They will have to be taken up as they are too long for me. Previously I always sized up and got a tailor to take them in where needed, but I no longer have access to my trusted tailor. They don't have belt loops. Which would you buy?https://www.zara.com/au/en/jogger-waist-trousers-p01478025.html?v1=98977515 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fruitmincepies Posted April 27, 2021 Share Posted April 27, 2021 I would go for looser on the legs if you are sitting down a lot at work, I don’t like the feel of tight over my things while sitting. If you are on your feet then go the smaller to avoid hitching them up all the time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silverstreak Posted April 27, 2021 Share Posted April 27, 2021 I would go the larger size, as they might shrink in the wash anyway. I hear you on the trusted tailor, I am short and a lot of my tops and dresses need the sleeves taken up and neckline altered. I hope you can find another trusted tailor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seayork2002 Posted April 27, 2021 Share Posted April 27, 2021 I always go up a size or 2 I HATE tight fitting clothes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lurker Posted April 27, 2021 Share Posted April 27, 2021 I would go looser, to accommodate bloat (I bloat like a demon) and to avoid camel toe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LifesGood Posted April 27, 2021 Author Share Posted April 27, 2021 Yes bloating is an issue and also the point about sitting a lot. It is uncomfortable in tight pants. The L is probably the right choice. I've never been size L before. Depressing to acknowledge how much weight I've gained this last year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lurker Posted April 27, 2021 Share Posted April 27, 2021 Yes bloating is an issue and also the point about sitting a lot. It is uncomfortable in tight pants. The L is probably the right choice. I've never been size L before. Depressing to acknowledge how much weight I've gained this last year. Nah, different brands and styles come in different sizes. Right now I'm wearing a 12, a 14 and a 16 and they all fit me about the same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pnut Posted April 27, 2021 Share Posted April 27, 2021 Yes, standardized sizing on women's clothes is anything but standard. It makes online shopping tricky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwi Bicycle Posted April 27, 2021 Share Posted April 27, 2021 Did you try sitting and squating to pick up a pen situation. That's my test for trousers. You don't want seams tearing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
verucasalt Posted April 27, 2021 Share Posted April 27, 2021 I find that I need different sizes for the same brands and sometimes the same item.Comfort is key. If you got the large, you could tuck in a sweater or a few other layers for the Winter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mooguru Posted April 27, 2021 Share Posted April 27, 2021 Is getting both financially viable? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Someone Posted April 27, 2021 Share Posted April 27, 2021 I’ve got pants that are slightly too big around the middle and can’t stand it as I’m always pulling them up, so if the medium was comfortable I’d get them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jolly_F Posted April 27, 2021 Share Posted April 27, 2021 I would go for the medium ones. They will loosen up somewhat in the legs. Pants that are too big in the waist are annoying especially if you can’t use a belt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not Escapin Xmas Posted April 27, 2021 Share Posted April 27, 2021 Time to find a new tailor. Where are you based? I’m sure EB can give you some good recommendations. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LifesGood Posted April 27, 2021 Author Share Posted April 27, 2021 Is getting both financially viable?yes. probably a decent idea actually. Pants for fat days and thin days Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laridae Posted April 27, 2021 Share Posted April 27, 2021 I'd got the M if the L is loose in the waist. I find pants tend to stretch a bit over time anyway, and I hate my pants falling down a bit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosie28 Posted April 28, 2021 Share Posted April 28, 2021 Honestly, neither! Neither size fits you well, so unless you're going to get them tailored, they're not the pants for you. If you do buy them I'd get the larger size and have them tailored, but I would keep looking for a pair that fit well to start with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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