Why We Love Fenja Summer Weight Jersey Trousers

If you’ve already read our guide to Stehmann Fenja trousers, you’ll know why they have become one of our most popular style of trousers

The combination of pull-on comfort, a flattering shape that sits somewhere between a straight and wide leg, and a smart tailored appearance has earned them a loyal following amongst our customers.

Today, we’re taking a closer look at this trouser in one of our favourite fabrics, Summer Jersey.

Why Drape Matters

When shopping for summer trousers, lots of women focus only on finding the lightest fabric possible, however this is not always the best approach.

Whilst very lightweight fabrics feel wonderfully cool on a hot day, they are not always smart enough for more formal situations.

With Summer Jersey we take a different approach. The fabric has enough substance to drape beautifully through the leg whilst remaining comfortable enough for warmer weather. Rather than clinging to the body, it skims over it, creating a flattering silhouette that works for a wide range of shapes and sizes.

When trying on our Summer Weight Jersey Trousers for the first time, our customers immediately comment on how smart they look & what a lovely shape these trousers give them as they hang so well.

Smart Enough For Any Occasion

Despite the name, this isn’t the sort of casual jersey fabric most people associate with lounge or gym wear.

Summer Weight Jersey is a firmer fabric, although still soft & with stretch, in fact everyone at Team Artichoke wears them in place of more traditional tailored trousers.

Paired with a blazer, shirt or smart knit, they are perfectly suitable for lunches, meetings, occasions, cruises and evenings out. Dress them down with trainers and a t-shirt and they work just as well for everyday wear.

That versatility is one of the reasons they have become such a wardrobe staple.

All The Benefits Of The Fenja

Like all Fenja trousers, the Summer Jersey versions feature a comfortable pull-on waistband, flattering mid-rise fit and relaxed silhouette that sits somewhere between a straight & wide leg trouser.

The clever faux fly creates the appearance of a traditional tailored trouser, whilst the belt loops allow you to add a belt if desired.

The result is a trouser that feels comfortable enough to wear all day whilst maintaining a smart and polished appearance.

Unlike other Fenja fabrics, for the Summer Jersey we suggest that you stick to your usual size for the best fit.

Summer Jersey Or Summer Bengaline?

In our article about Summer Bengaline, we described this fabric as the perfect alternative to linen.

Lightweight, breathable and easy to care for, Summer Bengaline is often the fabric we recommend for holidays, warmer climates and high summer.

Summer Weight Jersey serves a slightly different purpose.

Where Bengaline is chosen for its coolness and practicality, Summer Jersey is often chosen for its drape  and versatility.

If Summer Bengaline is the pair we’d pack for a summer holiday, Summer Jersey is the pair we’d choose for lunch, a cruise, a special occasion or simply when we want to look a little smarter.

Many of our customers own both, wearing them in different situations throughout the spring & summer months.

Comfortable From Spring Through To Autumn

One of the things we particularly love about Summer Jersey is how long the wearing season can be.

The fabric is comfortable through spring, cooler summers and well into autumn, making it one of the hardest-working pairs of trousers in many wardrobes.

They travel well, wash beautifully and require very little effort to keep looking smart.

For busy women, that combination of practicality and style is hard to beat. It’s easy to understand why so many of our customers return for another pair or three!

Are Summer Weight Jersey Fenja Trousers For You?

Absolutely if you are looking for:

• A smart, polished appearance
• Want a trouser that drapes beautifully
• Find some summer fabrics too clingy
• Need a comfortable trouser for lunches, travel and occasions
• Want the appearance of a tailored trouser without sacrificing comfort
• Appreciate easy-care clothing that works across multiple seasons

The Artichoke Verdict

Whilst every Fenja fabric has its place, Summer Jersey remains one of our personal favourites.

The beautiful drape, flattering fit and smart appearance make it incredibly versatile, whilst the comfortable pull-on design ensures it remains easy to wear throughout the day.

What Happy Customers are Saying ….

“If you think these are standard jersey, they are not. Yes, there’s stretch  but the fabric has substance. The length is great as a crop for me (5ft 6in). These are going to be a good staple for my wardrobe for a smart casual look.” Sarah

” I sized down as I have done in the past but my tummy made the front pockets gape so I returned for a size 14 which hopefully will solve the problem. Customer service is superb as usual – an instant refund because there was a wait for the size to come back into stock. This happened within a week and a phone call from Sarah and Ellie meant that they were ordered and paid for and dispatched very promptly. Thank you all.”  Karen