The 23 Best Pairs of Marks and Spencer Wide-Leg Trousers

last updated 10 February 2024

Last year was all about the trouser, and 2024 is following that trajectory. Tailored, slouchy, cargo, denim, low-rise… You name it; people want to wear it. But one shape, in particular, is pulling ahead as the most popular trouser trend, and it’s unsurprising, really. Wide-leg trousers are the wardrobe staple everyone from celebrities to our favourite influencers is wearing right now, and when you consider they’re comfy, chic and a really easy way to make an outfit look polished all year round, it totally makes sense.

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I'm wearing last years M&S Linen Blend Striped Wide-Leg Trousers here.

They’ve quickly become one of our most-wanted categories on Who What Wear, probably because of how versatile they are. Trainers, heels, sandals, loafers—they all go with wide-legs. And since they’re inherently smart, you can pair them with any of the above and they work for the office, running errands, fancy dinners, casual drinks and even weddings if you can find a matching jacket. It’s no wonder, then, that all our friends—fashion or not—are asking us where to find the best ones.

The whole WWWUK team has been converted too, and we’re constantly on the lookout for amazing pairs worth sharing with you. It may have all started with The Row’s Phoebe trousers, but the latest pairs we’ve become obsessed with are a little bit more humble, and you’ll find them at good old Marks and Spencer. By now, you probably know we love turning to M&S for our elevated capsule basics—mainly for the guaranteed quality and great value—and its impressive wide-leg trouser selection is no exception to that rule.

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There’s the popular crepe drawstring pair (worn by managing editor, Poppy, above) which have been reissued season after season for their comfortable yet stylish appeal. Then there’s the linen wide-leg trousers I discovered last summer and wore on repeat. Whilst these are now out of stock, M&S just released a sleek mocha pair which is already proving to be a hit amongst influencers. The best thing? Most of them come in under £40, and they all have multiple length options to tailor the fit perfectly.

Keep scrolling to shop M&S best wide-leg trousers for wearing right now and all the way into autumn.

Shop M&S Wide-Leg Trousers Under £40

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Crepe Elasticated Waist Wide Leg Trousers

The much-loved pair Poppy is wearing above.

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Crepe Elasticated Waist Wide Leg Trousers

Navy is always chic.

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Straight Leg Trousers with Stretch

You'll turn to these so many times over the years.

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Jersey Checked Straight Leg Trousers

Add contrast to your neutrals with this printed pair.

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Pinstripe Pleat Front Wide Leg Trousers

These are over £40, but I had to include them because this whole look is a 10/10.

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Wide Leg Trousers

These make for an excellent work option all year round.

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Linen Rich Tapered Trousers

A cropped option is easy to wear with loafers, sandals and trainers.

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Crepe Tab Detail Wide Leg Trousers

This whole look is a trans-seasonal winner for me.

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Wide Leg Trousers

These are effortlessly flattering.

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Jersey Wide Leg Trousers With Stretch

Comfy and chic.

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Ponte Utility Wide Leg Trousers

This is exactly how I'd wear them too.

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Cotton Rich Straight Leg Joggers

There's something so elevated about this dark brown shade.

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Pure Linen Tapered Trousers

White trousers always feel elevated.

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Jersey Slim Fit Ankle Grazer Trousers

This pair comes in five leg lengths!

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Cargo Wide Leg Trousers

You'll live in these all spring and summer.

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Checked Straight Leg Trousers

With a touch of stretch for added comfort.

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Slim Fit Ankle Grazer Trousers

These are so classic.

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Cotton Rich Straight Leg Chinos

A fun dash of colour for spring.

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