High-Rise Flared Sculpt Trousers

Cut high at the waist with a contoured band that holds rather than squeezes, then falling straight to a slight flare at the hem. The flare is small — enough to balance the leg over a heel, not enough to be a bootcut.

A 27 inch inseam and a small flare is a combination most ranges do not bother with, which is why these are here.

The fabric

A woven with body to it that presses flat, so the front of the leg keeps its line through a day of sitting. Soft blue-grey, which is a kinder neutral than charcoal and less stark than black.

How it fits

Inseam 27 inches, rise 11.5 inches, cut to a 27–28 inch waist. The hem is cut for a low heel or a loafer rather than a trainer.

Looking after it

Cold machine wash and hang to dry. It presses easily if you want the seams crisp; a warm iron on the reverse is enough. Wash it with like colours for the first few goes.

For anyone shopping petite dress pants for women and tired of a 32 inch inseam, 27 is the number worth knowing — and as korean fashion pants they are the sharp pair that is not black, which makes them unusually useful among petite clothes for work.