Gather round, ladies—this is not a drill. Bridget Jones is back, and so are her iconic big pants

With Mad About the Boy set to hit our screens, it’s official: The queen of diaries, Chardonnay-fuelled karaoke, and questionable voicemail etiquette has returned. But let’s talk about the real star of the show—those unapologetically big, high-rise briefs.

Who could forget the moment Bridget led in Daniel Cleaver’s living room as he discovered her stomach-holding-in pants, proving once and for all that confidence comes in all shapes and sizes (even when reinforced with an industrial-strength waistband) And yet, despite their cinematic glory, big pants have long been misunderstood, unfairly banished to the “just in case” section of our lingerie drawers. Well, no more.

At Stripe & Stare, we believe in pants that make you feel fabulous—whether you’re strutting to the corner shop for emergency wine or reenacting Bridget’s All By Myself scene. Our High Rise range is everything you love about the original ‘big pants’ moment but made for real life: sumptuously soft, sustainable, and actually flattering (no VPL, no digging in, just all-day comfort).

Of course, for those who prefer a more classic take, our Original Brief is a no-brainer—equally comfy, equally chic, but with a little less coverage.

So, in honour of the return of Britain’s most beloved singleton, let’s raise a glass (or a pint of ice cream) to big pants. To comfort, confidence, and underwear that’s got your back—whether you’re dashing across London in the snow or simply living your best, brief-loving life.