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Hands up if you spent the last six months in sweatpants.

We can all agree that 2020 was the year that fashion forgot, but with the end of lockdown looming, it’s time to throw open the wardrobe doors and take a good long look at what’s inside for the remainder of 2021.

First up, it’s time to reassess the pants situation.

We know; leggings are lovely for lounging around the house and walking the dog endlessly around the park, but let’s be real; there are few items of clothing less flattering to the human form.

Before you make your grand entrance back into society, swap the sweats for some grown-up style in the trousers department.

Here are five slick pairs to pick up when the shops open on May 17th:

1. ANKLE-LENGTH

Tailored trousers, €27.99 (available in black and cream) at H&M, Opera Lane.

2. ANIMAL PRINT

Brown Leopard Print Shirred Wide Leg Trousers, €29.99 at New Look, Opera Lane

3. CIGARETTE STYLE

Navy Split-Front Cigarette Trousers, €47 at River Island, Opera Lane

4. SUMMER WHITES

White Wide Leg Trousers (also available in Camel, Sage and Denim), €40, Next, Opera Lane

5. JEANS

Gap & Jean ReDesign Sky High Wide Leg Trouser Jean With Washwell, €99.95, GAP, Opera Lane