It's time to put on your big girl pants: these classy, comfy, cool Lee trousers. (Amazon)
In the last few years, we've all gotten pretty comfortable. Many of us have sacrificed style for that I'm-still-at-home-in-my-sweats sensation. But you can look polished without sacrificing comfort by donning a magical pair of classy-casual black pants suitable for work or play. We're talking about Lee Ultra Lux Comfort Trouser Pants, and these fan favorites are over 25% off for Memorial Day.
Brighten and depuff your tired eyes fast with these gold eye patches. They're reportedly a favorite of Jessica Alba! Simply place a pair under your eyes, wait 15-20 minutes, and voila! Look like you actually got a full night of sleep for once.
"I have always had issues with dark circles under my eyes and my eyes getting puffy overnight. I slap these babies on for 15 minutes in the morning while diapering and dressing kids, rub in the extra moisture when I take them off, and there is a visible difference," said one wonderfully wry Amazon reviewer. "I go from under-the-bridge troll to troll who isn't quite embarrassed to leave the house without makeup on. Super easy to use, they're cool and feel nice first thing in the morning ... Definitely recommend."
I use this lightweight, exfoliating serum on my sensitive skin every single day, and it's one of the few products my medicine cabinet will never be without. Not only does it smooth out rough bumps and even out my skin tone, it's also dramatically reduced the appearance of my pores and absorbs in seconds, so it never feels heavy or sticky. Formulated with salicylic acid, it gently buffs away rough, flaky patches while clearing out pores, and I can safely say it's improved the look and feel of my skin more than any single product ever has. Oh, and it hardly ever goes on sale, so buy a bottle, or 12!
"Fabulous fit, fabulous feel," said one five-star fan of these flattering trousers. "The fit is fantastic, the material feels wonderful, and it's been a great purchase overall. I loved them so much I ended up getting three more pairs in different colors."
The trousers are down to a cool $32 in classic black thanks to Amazon's Memorial Day sale. Similar brand-name trousers can run you $90 or more, so you can get nearly three pairs of Lees for the same price. Savings are best on the black pair, but other colors are still a steal depending on style and size.
Savings aside, these sleek Lee trousers are flattering enough to become your go-to black pants. Made with a flexible blend of cotton, polyester and spandex, they have just the right amount of give and stretch to move with you. They look sharp for work but feel great, so you'll probably use them on the weekends too (dress them up for a party with heels and a pretty top).
A flattering mid-rise and straight, just-roomy-enough cut means they're flattering for almost any body type. A flexible, nonbinding waistband keeps you comfortable all day (through commuting, meetings, lunch — the whole shebang). And unlike fussier pants, they're fine to toss in the washer and dryer.
More than 13,000 Amazon reviewers have given Lee Ultra Lux Comfort Trousers a five-star rating, with many raving about their "fabulous fit, fabulous feel."
"[My] favorite pants for work," wrote one satisfied shopper. "More comfortable than work clothes should be. I have them in two colors, and I neglect all my other pants to wear them every day. I'm a mother to two small children and have to have comfy, easy clothes that look professional. I throw these in the wash and dry with all the baby clothes, and sometimes they sit for a while without folding and they hardly wrinkle. Can't say enough good things."
Another happy wearer called them ideal "dress-up and dress-down pants," adding, "I love the cut. I like that the pants feel fitted but not tight in the butt and waist, but they flare in the legs. I wear a 10 but bought a 12 so I could layer for cold days. ... Nice quality material and dependable brand."
"A must-have! Hard finding clothes that are suitable for my age (53)... These pants are great! Very fashionable! Perfect for work or casual," wrote one fan.
Another fashionista added, "I love these trousers. I am 57, but these will work for any age woman. These are easy-care dress pants with 'structure.' They are not flimsy. The fit is flattering. Best of all, they don't sag or slide down at the end of the day... Highly recommended for women who want comfortable, professional attire."
Some customers felt that the fit wasn't true and they run a bit long. (Note that they also come in short and long lengths.) "I usually wear a size 2 and I am 5'4" and 127 pounds," said this reviewer. "I ordered size 2 in a short inseam. They were a little too big for me in the waist and hips, and also the length was too long to wear with loafers or flats."
Another agreed: "I'm 5'2" and 135 pounds, and Amazon recommended size 6. It was too long by about 4 inches, and two sizes too big in the waist. I am probably a 4, but even so, I think the fit isn't very flattering."
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The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
