Cream ivory wide-leg trousers with a navy tuxedo stripe — the detail that takes a clean silhouette from good to genuinely memorable.

The piece

The NM Women's Cream Ivory High-Waist Wide-Leg Tailored Trousers carry one design decision that makes them stand apart from every other wide-leg trouser in the category: a navy blue side tuxedo stripe running the full length of the outer leg. Available in beige, a second beige tone, and black, in S/M and M/L two-size-range cuts at €27.03, these are trousers that reach for a more considered aesthetic than standard wide-leg tailoring offers. The tuxedo stripe is a formal tailoring reference placed into a wide-leg casual-professional silhouette — and the combination works because the stripe adds visual structure and length without tipping the trouser into costume territory.

Who it's for

For the woman who loves a wide-leg trouser but wants the version that has a specific point of view rather than a generic silhouette. For the person who understands tuxedo-stripe tailoring as a reference with genuine pedigree and wants to wear it in a way that is modern and accessible rather than strictly formal. For the fashion-aware professional who builds her wardrobe around pieces with character — items that have something to say without shouting. For the shopper looking for a £27 trouser that does not look like a £27 trouser, because the stripe and the cut together create an impression that reads at a much higher price point than the actual figure.

Closer look

• High-waist cut — sits at or above the natural waist, elongating the torso and anchoring the wide-leg silhouette from a strong foundation
• Wide-leg tailored cut — generous volume at the thigh and leg, falling cleanly from the hip to the hem
• Navy blue side tuxedo stripe — a single vertical line at the outer seam that adds formal tailoring character and visual length
• Available in beige, beige 2 (a second beige tone), and black — each with the same navy stripe detail
• S/M and M/L two-size-range cuts for a broad, accessible fit range at a generous price point
• Priced at €27.03 — exceptional value for a design-forward wide-leg trouser with a genuine differentiating detail

Fabric & feel

At this price point, NM prioritises a fabric that holds the wide-leg shape without requiring expensive construction tricks — the material has enough body to fall cleanly in the wide-leg silhouette without pooling at the hem or losing its line during a full day of wear. The tuxedo stripe is either woven into the fabric or applied as a trim along the outer seam — either way it sits flat and secure, resistant to the kind of rolling or shifting that would undermine the stripe's visual purpose. Against the skin, the interior feels smooth and comfortable for sustained wear. The cream-ivory and beige colourways have a warm, almost luminous quality in natural daylight that photographs particularly well.

Fit & silhouette

The high waist raises the visual starting point of the silhouette and emphasises the waist before the wide leg opens below it. The tuxedo stripe runs from the hip to the hem along the outer seam of each leg, adding a continuous vertical line that makes the leg appear longer and the overall silhouette more structured than a plain wide-leg trouser would achieve at the same width. In the beige and cream-ivory colourways, the navy stripe creates a strong tonal contrast. In the black, the navy reads more subtly — visible in certain lights, almost tone-on-tone in others. S/M covers the lower end of the size range; M/L covers the mid-range with enough give to accommodate both ends of that bracket comfortably.

Styling

For the cream ivory or beige with navy stripe, pair with a fitted navy blouse or navy knit tucked in — the stripe picks up the navy of the top and creates a coordinated, tonal look that reads as intentional and polished without being matchy in an obvious way. Add a pointed-toe nude or cream heel to maintain the elongating line. For a more casual take, a simple white fitted T-shirt tucked in and white leather trainers works cleanly against the cream-navy contrast of the trouser. For the black version, keep the top minimal — a fitted white or cream top tucked in under a relaxed black blazer — and let the subtle navy stripe be the quiet detail that rewards a second look.

Occasions

Creative office environments where fashion-aware dressing is part of the cultural expectation and a tuxedo-stripe wide-leg trouser reads as current and considered. Smart-casual social occasions — evening events, gallery visits, dinner plans — where the formal tailoring reference of the stripe elevates the trouser beyond daytime-only territory. Weekend occasions where the wide-leg silhouette is the right level of casual but the stripe ensures the look never tips into underdressed. Travel days where the stripe adds visual interest to what would otherwise be a neutral travel outfit, giving the whole look a more purposeful, assembled quality.

Care

Machine wash on a gentle or delicate cycle in cold water. Separate from very dark colours in early washes to protect the cream ivory and beige colourways from colour migration. Hang or lay flat to air dry to preserve the shape of the wide-leg cut and the position of the tuxedo stripe along the outer seam. Do not tumble dry on high heat. If the stripe has a trim component, avoid harsh scrubbing near it during hand cleaning to preserve its adhesion or stitching over time. Cool iron through a pressing cloth if needed to refresh the trouser between wears.

Wow detail

The navy tuxedo stripe is a single line — one stripe per leg, running the full length of the outer seam from hip to hem. The precision of that decision is everything. Two stripes would be a different garment entirely — a different historical reference, a different silhouette effect, a different proportional logic. One stripe, correctly placed and correctly proportioned, is the exact amount of formal tailoring language needed to elevate the wide-leg trouser without changing its fundamental character. NM understood this, and the result is a trouser that earns its place in a wardrobe that already contains a plain wide-leg option — because these do something that the plain one cannot.

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Promise

Every order ships with free EU delivery on orders over €69 and a full 30-day returns window. If the fit, colour, or stripe detail does not meet expectations, returning or exchanging is simple and without conditions. WowStore stands behind every piece it carries at every price point.