Originally Posted by
noglider
I've been using elastic trouser bands for a long time. The ends stay together with velcro.
They've been annoying me. My ankles are narrower than my calves so the bands slip down. I have to adjust them at inconvenient times.
Long ago, I had these oversized clips similar to paper clips. Their purpose was to clip the trousers at the bottoms to narrow them. It was another approach, but I don't think I want to do that. I could try binder clips.
Now I'm thinking of using these bands. They would go under my heels in my shoes and pull my trousers down. I suppose I'll discover the flaw in this idea, too. Probably, it will be that I have to keep them in my shoes and let them dangle or take my shoes off to remove them.
My commuting mantra has always been: Don't commute in your work clothes or work in your commuting clothes. There are presentable sports pants that have side zippers that take away that overlap eliminating the need for any kind of strap. I have 3 pair. The only concession is making sure you put you socks on before your pants.