Khaki or chinos? Weird pants or suit pants? Joggers or sweatpants? So many different types of trousers... Choose the wrong ones and you'll look like a robot pirate clown from children's books. Okay, that's an exaggeration. But you WILL look ridiculous.
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These are 15 types of pants every man needs to know about so you can put together your changing wardrobe.
1. Cargo pants for men
Originally made for the military in the 1930s, cargo pants are durable cotton trousers with many large pockets that were traditionally used to store field dressings and other equipment.
Cargo pants don't look trendy anymore, but beware - they're still ultra-casual.
Most of them are baggy, but more stylish cargo pants have a thinner leg and taper to the ankle (or at least are hemmed at the ankle). Usually in shades of khaki or olive, but try a strong, rich neutral for a more modern look.
You can lighten up your cargo pants by opting for a knit sweater, a light shirt, and loafers or Chelsea boots.
2. Types of drawstring trousers.
The drawstring allows you to tighten the waist of your trousers, so whether you have a 30" or 40" waist, you can probably get by with the same pair of trousers.
Made from linen, cotton or synthetic materials, these trousers will be casual due to the loose fit.
3. Men's pajama pants.
Pajama pants are similar to drawstring pants except for the choice of material.
They will use brighter colors, brighter patterns, and fabrics such as wool, flannel, and matte cotton with a shaggy (fluffy) surface for warmth.
4, 5, 6. Sweatpants, sweatpants, joggers
Sweatpants are historically the oldest of these three types of pants. They have a very loose fit, with elastic or drawstring at the waist and possibly pockets.
Sweatpants are often made of synthetic material, can have a very tight weave, and also tend to have a loose fit, although some will be tighter. What sets them apart is the colored band on the sides of the leg.
Joggers are a modern take on sweatpants with the same elastic or drawstring waist and often zip pockets for secure storage. Big difference in fit - joggers fit snugly around the legs and give a streamlined look.
7, 8. The difference between khaki and chinos
Khakis are cotton twill pants that came from British military uniforms in 19th century India - "khakis" in Persian means "dust", from the color.
Chinos are a type of khaki made in China (hence the name) for soldiers in the Philippines during the Spanish-American War.
The easiest way to tell the difference between these two types of pants is not the color, but the stitching.
Chinos on the left, khakis on the right... See that big stitching in the middle of the khaki?
- The stitching and pockets are visible on khakis but hidden on chinos, making them more formal.
- Chinos are much lighter.
- To preserve the fabric, the chinos were designed with a slimmer cut - this also makes the chinos more formal and the khakis more comfortable and versatile (you can do your gardening in khakis).
- Chinos are wider than khakis.
- Chinos have a flat front; khakis can be flat or pleated.
Both types of pants can be worn with a dress shirt and blazer and are better than jeans.
You can wear any of these to work - classic with a navy blue blazer (aka "California suit").
9. Men's jeans
We like jeans because they're interchangeable - you can wear them on or off - and they're relatively inexpensive. Cotton jeans are sold all over the world.
I think that every man should have a pair of dark indigo jeans in his wardrobe that do not cause irritation (rips or fading). Be careful with lighter colors - they are much more random and, of course, distressing.
10, 11. Strange Pants and Suit Pants
The difference between these two types of trousers is simple: do the trousers have a matching jacket in the same material? If so, it's suit trousers. An identical pair of trousers that you bought without a matching jacket would be odd.
Strange trousers can be worn with a blazer, blazer, or even just a dress or casual button-down shirt.
12. Corduroy pants.
Corduroy trousers, also known as "cords", are very distinctive because of the ridges, or wels. They usually come in two sizes - 7 combs per inch (wide combs) or 11 combs per inch (narrow combs).
11 inches per inch makes corduroy a little dressier, but it's a very small difference.
Corduroy trousers can be dressed up a little more than jeans - they will look good with a sports jacket or even a jacket.
13. Moleskin trousers
No moles were harmed in the making of these trousers. Moleskin is a durable cotton fabric with a thick soft pile.
And yes, it feels like mole fur when touched.
Moleskin, usually olive gray or brown in color, is renowned for its abrasion resistance and wind dampening properties. However, it lacks water resistance.
No. 14. Cavalry Twill Pants
Cavalry twill, a strong twill weave with a diagonal cord pattern, was indeed meant to be worn with a blazer.
Many people will avoid it because it has a synthetic feel, but it can be worn on smart occasions, especially with a navy blue blazer.
No. 15. Gray flannel trousers
Gray flannel trousers are perhaps the most underutilized type of trousers and go great with any type of blazer.
Their fleecy surface distinguishes them from ordinary worsted trousers.
Every man should have a pair in his wardrobe, be it light gray or dark gray.
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