The trousers for a Monday that turns into a night out

A pair of high waisted trousers with front pleats, a straight leg and deep side pockets, made for the days that start at a desk and might end somewhere else. The listing offers three inseam lengths, which matters more than it sounds.

The fabric is 92% polyester and 8% spandex, so mostly synthetic with a little stretch. The listing calls it soft, breathable and not too thin or see through. Those are the seller’s words, and how a fabric feels is partly a matter of taste. Care is hand wash only, which is worth knowing before you plan on wearing them every week.

The cut is high waisted with belt loops, front pleats and a straight leg. The listing says the straight leg works for curvy figures and thicker calves and thighs, and that the decorative pocket on the back flatters the hips. Whether that holds for you is something the size chart can inform but nobody can promise from a listing. The side pockets are described as deep enough for a phone and a wallet.

Sizing comes in Short, Regular and Long, each with its own inseam. If a Regular L has the right length but is tight at the waist and hips, the listing suggests trying the Short L, and it points to the size chart in the description. Besides the main color there are Light Coffee, Burgundy and navy blue striped versions. The suggested pairings are tee shirts, crop tops, tank tops, bodysuits and sandals.