Marks & Spencer’s Linen Rich Drawstring Wide Leg Trousers, priced at £28, gain popularity among shoppers who call them perfect for holidays. Available in four patterns—brown stripes, black stripes, black polka dots, and black-and-white paisley print—these trousers offer versatile summer style.
Design and Fit Details
These trousers come in sizes 6 to 24, with options for extra short, short/petite, regular, and long lengths. Featuring a crisp vertical stripe design, they suit smart-casual outfits. The flowing wide-leg silhouette includes a drawstring tie at the high waist for a flattering fit, plus practical pockets at the hips.
Customer Ratings and Reviews
The trousers hold a 4.8-star rating on the Marks & Spencer website. One shopper noted: “Pleased with these. I went for the beige stripes. Will be great for slipping on over swimsuit.”
Addy commented: “Trousers were a lovely fit, I’m 5.1 so the extra short length was perfect. I would recommend these linen trousers for spring and summer, they are so comfy. They are certainly value for money, can’t wait to wear them in the summer.”
Another customer wrote: “Loved these trousers perfect for holidays lovely material and handy back and side pockets. Size wise come up large so down size when ordering I’m a 14 but a 12 was perfect also 5’ 3’’ ordered short / petit perfect for wearing with flip flops.”
A buyer added: “Bought for holidays. Good quality and nice shape. Bought 2 pairs as I liked the style and fit.”
One review mentioned a drawback: “Trousers were lovely but despite buying the short length they were too long. I am 5′ 2″ and take an 8, normally size 8 short length look tailor made but not this time.”
Alternatives from Other Retailers
Boden offers Kensington Linen Trousers for £119 in colors like mayfly stripe, blue chambray, white, and pink punch gingham. Next sells 100% Linen Premium Wide Leg Trousers for £45 in khaki green.

