Ask the most stylish women in your life their secret to always looking elegant and put-together, even when winter temperatures are at an all-time low, and they’ll tell you it comes down to following a simple formula. You start with a warm knit, of course, and add a chic winter coat that’s trendy yet tailored, and then comes the real star of the show: the perfect trousers. The right pair of trousers can tie your look together with ease, keeping you comfortable and polished. This season, that pair comes courtesy of Marks & Spencer. The M&S Pleat Front Wide Leg Trousers with Wool are tailored, warm, chic, and quite simply, the perfect cold-weather staple of the year.

Made with a cosy wool-blend, the wide-leg trousers are rendered in a trendy green shade. The trousers are cut for a relaxed fit that allows for movement, while the pleated front means they won’t lose the sleek silhouette – a combination M&S has mastered across its winter basics. The wool construction makes these trousers ideal for the cold, particularly when paired with a chunky cashmere jumper or a tailored blazer. Alternatively, style the tailored pair with a lace-trimmed satin cami and wool coat for evening events.

M&S sells its trousers in three lengths – petite, regular and long – so no matter your body type, they’ll fit you perfectly. Plus, thanks to the roomy wide-leg silhouette, they’re universally flattering too. So if you’re in the market for a well-crafted pair of trousers that’ll take you from Monday morning meetings to dinners with friends and even a Christmas party or two (just add a festive Argyle knit on top), I’d suggest adding these M&S pleated trousers to your cart immediately. Boasting numerous 5-star reviews, like with most M&S bestsellers, these viral trousers are selling fast, so hesitation is really not advised.

Hitanshi Kamdar is a deputy commerce editor for Grazia. Hitanshi is always on the hunt for the latest trends, emerging designers and the internet’s most bizarre style discourse.