Buying guide
How to choose the right TARSE wide leg pants
TARSE builds its wide leg pants around one simple idea: keep summer dressing cool, flowy and easy. Soft linen-blend fabric, a relaxed palazzo cut and an adjustable drawstring waist do most of the work, and the range has become a favourite for beach days, travel and everyday wear at an accessible price. The three pairs on this page cover different jobs — an everyday baggy palazzo, a resort-ready side-slit style and a print-forward gingham pair — but they share the same breezy, wide-leg DNA. Here's what to weigh up before you buy.
What "wide leg palazzo" and "harem" actually mean
A palazzo cut flares wide from the waist to the hem for a long, flowing line, while a harem silhouette adds extra room and a soft drape through the hips and thighs. Both sit on a stretchy elastic waistband with a drawcord, so they pull on easily and adjust to your shape. The result is a pair of pants that feels closer to loungewear than tailored trousers — great for hot weather, packing light and moving freely.
Key features across the TARSE range
Whichever pair you pick, most TARSE wide leg models are built around the same core ideas:
Linen-blend fabricSoft, lightweight and breathable, with a nice drape that stays cool in summer heat.
Wide-leg palazzo cutA flowing, roomy leg line that flatters a wide range of body types.
Drawstring elastic waistStretchy waistband with an adjustable tie for a custom, forgiving fit.
Side pocketsDropped side pockets add everyday function and a little extra volume.
Boho-friendly looksNeutral tones and playful prints pair easily with tanks, tees and sandals.
Everyday valueFlowy, resort-style pants at a price well below most specialist brands.
The differences come down to purpose. The palazzo harem with pockets is the everyday workhorse — super-baggy, comfortable and pocketed. The side-slit cropped pair leans resort, with high slits and a flowy, skirt-like drape for beaches and warm getaways. The gingham palazzo swaps solids for a retro check print when you want the same easy fit with more personality.
Which pair fits you?
If you want one versatile pair for everyday wear, lounging and errands, start with the palazzo harem pants with pockets — the super-baggy cut and side pockets make them an easy daily choice. If you're packing for a beach or resort trip, the side-slit cropped pants add airflow and a flirty, flowy line over swimwear. And when you want the same comfort with a bolder look, the gingham palazzo pants bring a retro print to the rotation.
Sizing, fabric and care
These pants are cut deliberately loose, so fit is the main thing to get right. Buyers frequently note that they run very roomy and that sizing down one step from your usual can give a better line while the stretchy drawstring waist still adjusts easily — several shoppers happily dropped from XXL to XL or from their normal size to a medium. The fabric is a soft linen-blend (often with a little rayon), which many describe as softer, less wrinkly and better-draping than pure linen, and lightweight enough to feel like a cooler alternative to jeans in the heat. The roomy cut tends to be forgiving through the tummy, hips and thighs, so it flatters a broad range of shapes. To keep them looking their best, gentle machine or hand wash in cool water (around 104°F / 40°C) and hang to dry — skip the tumble dryer and bleach, which also helps limit any shrinkage.
Sizing tip: Because the palazzo and harem cuts are intentionally super-baggy, check the size chart against your own measurements and consider sizing down if you prefer a slightly cleaner line. The elastic drawstring waist gives you plenty of room to fine-tune the fit.
Bottom line
TARSE packs the essentials of easy summer dressing — a soft linen blend, a flowy wide-leg cut and an adjustable, forgiving waist — into pants that cost far less than most resort-style alternatives. Choose on purpose: the palazzo harem for everyday wear, the side-slit cropped pair for the beach, or the gingham palazzo for a printed statement. Use the links here to check the latest price before you decide.