Like shopping for any capsule wardrobe essential, it can be challenging to find the perfect pair of tailored trousers. They should be comfortable, easy to move in and versatile enough to stay in rotation for the majority of the year. They should form the foundation of countless outfits, whether smart or casual, and give you that put-together feeling as soon as they’re slipped on.
It’s easy to assume, as I once did, that such a multifarious piece of clothing would come with a hefty price tag. However, after spending an afternoon exploring the high street and trying on every pair of tailored trousers I could get my hands on, I have come to the happy realisation that there are several retailers that deserve more acclaim than I’ve previously given them. I found myself pleasantly surprised by sleek silhouettes from Arket and gloriously soft cotton styles from Me + Em.
But above all, it was Cos’s wide-leg cotton trousers that left me wondering if I’ll ever fork out the big bucks for a pair of trousers again. From Uniqlo and Cos to & Other Stories and Arket, Vogue puts together the best tailored trousers available on the high-street now. Vogue ’s best high-street trousers at a glance Arket As a devoted Arket denim fan, I was intrigued to try out its tailoring selection.
Pulling these on, I was pleasantly surprised at how comfortably they sat on the waist and skimmed the floor. I’m often between sizes, but opted for the smaller of the two (UK 6), which were fitted at th.