Why flattering trousers can be a game changer

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View in browser  |  Unsubscribe Wednesday April 3 2024   Lifestyle       “If you do it with conviction, and get the proportions right, you really can wear almost anything.” Not anything, strictly speaking – Lisa Armstrong is referring to the humble trouser. As she explains, a modern pair can pose a bit of a conundrum: wool and flannel can look great in the office, but what about something that works for weekends, too? Look for durable, good quality fabrics, she advises. But above all, “be maniacally fussy about the cut”. A flattering flare or high-waisted shape can go a long way. You can read Lisa’s column and see her trouser picks, from high-street to designer styles, here. Elsewhere, we consider the elusive GP appointment. How did we become a nation forced into a waiting room? Use our specially formulated calculator to work out whether, based on your postcode, you’re waiting too long. Plus, Ed Cumming dines at a restaurant that serves only one type of protein: crickets. Fad or the future? Have a lovely afternoon, Lucy, Lifestyle team     The best trouser shapes for a striking silhouette Choose what’s flattering – if you do it with conviction and get the proportions right, you really can wear almost anything get the look     One whole year. Just £39. Stay expertly informed and advised as the future unfolds. Unlock unlimited access to telegraph.co.uk with a Digital Subscription, plus the latest news updates and the daily digital newspaper in our app. subscribe now     Are you waiting too long for a GP appointment? Use our tool to find out Waiting times have skyrocketed in recent years – find out how your postcode compares to the rest of the country find out more     The Duchess of Sussex channels Princess Diana’s ‘caring dress’ style strategy Meghan wore a floral landscape dress for a visit to a children’s hospital – a markedly different style to her usual ‘stealth wealth’ look read on     Minced cricket rarebit, pulled cricket tacos: Why 2024 is the year of insect dining A new restaurant in Finsbury Park boasts burratas, rarebit and tacos – all made with crickets. But is insect protein really the future? the low-down     The British art of hospitality is not dead yet – trust me, I’m a pilgrim A passionate pilgrim recalls unexpected acts of kindness, eccentric villagers and ‘dream incubation’ in medieval churches Here's why     The 1960s according to Blower: A groovy new jigsaw for puzzle fans Look back on the 1960s with The Telegraph’s celebrated cartoonist, Blower. This 1,000-piece puzzle is the first in our new Decades series – and a must-have for collectors. Order yours today.       Would someone you know enjoy this newsletter? Click the button below to invite a friend to sign up to The Telegraph Lifestyle Newsletter send invitation     Other newsletters you may like... The Live to 100 Exercise Plan A four-week newsletter series to help you live longer through exercise. Sign up Culture A guide to enjoying the arts, from books to box-sets. Sign up Travel Destination guides, travel advice and the latest news from our experts around the world. Sign up     Get in touch Are you enjoying the Telegraph Lifestyle Newsletter? Please email us your thoughts and feedback at lifestylenewsletter@telegraph.co.uk. If you require technical support for Telegraph newsletters, please contact newslettersupport@telegraph.co.uk or visit our newsletters help page. For assistance with your subscription, please visit our help page. Was this newsletter forwarded to you? Sign up here.   We have sent you this email because you have either asked us to or because we think it will interest you.   Update your preferences   For any other questions, please visit our help page here.   Any offers included in this email come with their own Terms and Conditions, which you can see by clicking on the offer link. We may withdraw offers without notice.   Telegraph Media Group Limited or its group companies - 111 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 0DT. Registered in England under No 451593.