This topic is about finding comfortable and professional pants options for someone who has a stoma located right at the belt line. This can be a bit tricky, especially when returning to work and needing to look both professional and feel comfortable. Here are some helpful suggestions and insights:

1. Suspenders/Braces
- Consider buying dress trousers one size larger and using suspenders to hold them up. This can look quite normal with a sport coat or an open-collar shirt.
- You might leave the waistband unbuttoned, just zip it up, and keep your shirt untucked to hide the top. Many people find this removes pressure on the stoma and allows the pouch to function freely.

2. Waistbands & Ostomy-specific Bands
- A soft elastic waistband, sometimes called an ostomy waistband, can help keep the bag flat and prevent it from showing through clothes. This works well for both men and women.

3. Flexible/Stretch Belts
- Look for elastic "wave-pattern" belts in men's stores. They are fully adjustable and sit loosely enough not to press on the stoma, costing around $35.
- The Dockers braided web belt, available in beige, navy, and black for about $17 at Kohl’s, stretches and allows you to fasten it at any point.

4. Commercial Supports/Guards
- The OstomyBridge support is recommended by a daily wearer for keeping the pouch in place under a work uniform.
- The Stomaplex stoma-guard belt is praised by some for supporting and concealing the pouch all day, though it may feel bulky for others, especially with a one-piece system.

5. Clothing Sourcing Tips for Women
- Look for higher-rise "classic fit" lines aimed at "mature" women. Christopher & Banks offers casual and work trousers that clear the stoma area.
- During early recovery, sweatpants or other soft-waist casual wear can be more comfortable.

6. General Fit Tips
- Opt for pants one size up in the waist to reduce pressure.
- Higher-waisted styles or trousers designed to sit above the natural waist can bypass the stoma completely.
- Be persistent and try on multiple brands and cuts, as finding the right fit can take some time.