Chinos are an essential of every stylish man’s wardrobe.
Comfy, versatile and always fashionable, they’re perfect for those casual days, but they can also be styled to look smarter too. Wondering how to wear them? Check out our quick guide to looking great in your chinos…
Get the right fit
The most important factor in wearing your chinos well has to be getting the perfect fit. Chinos should not be too tight, nor should they be too baggy. They should be fitted with enough room to move around, but not too much excess fabric that they start to look messy.
A well-fitting chino will make your legs seem longer and your body seem slimmer, which is why so many men choose to wear them regularly.
The Casual look
If you want to wear your chinos in a causal style, you will find that pairing them with a tucked in linen shirt is ideal during the summertime. When it’s cooler outside, throw a simple unfussy sweater over that shirt for warmer wear. Team with a pair of Converse, or your favorite sneakers and you’ll look effortlessly cool.
Smart Casual
If it’s the smart casual look you’re going for, the tucked in linen shirt will still work, but instead of the sweater, team your outfit with a smart blazer in a contrasting color and maybe and a handkerchief or pocket square into the mix too. A shiny pair of oxford shoes will complete the outfit well. What are oxford shoes? They’re classic leather shoes, that’s usually laced, and which screams style and sophistication without being over the top about it.
Colors
Chinos were classically khaki, but these days you can get chinos in a wide range of colors from black to pink, and that means that you can do a lot more with them. If you’re thinking of choosing a more colorful pair of khakis, here are some tips for styling them right…
Navy chinos
Navy chinos are probably the most versatile. They look great with everything from a crisp white shirt to a mustard sweater vest, which is why you should have at least one pair in your wardrobe.
Red chinos
Red chinos are bold and brave. They look great with white polo shirts for a casual look or a brown jacket and checked shirt for a classic preppy look.
Khaki chinos
Khaki and brown chinos look great with other earthy colors like rust, tan and dark green. They are best for casual day out looks, but it is possible to style them up smartly if that’s your thing.
White chinos
White chinos are fresh and light, which makes them the perfect trouser of choice for spring. They look great teamed with navy and pale blues for a nautical look. They also go great with denim jackets and aviator sunglasses for an effortlessly cool outfit.
Pink Chinos
If you’re brave enough to wear pink chinos, you probably aren’t too concerned about what you style them with, but just in case you fo care, pink chinos tend to look best with crisp whites, dark blues, and contrasting pinks, all of which help to provide a neat contrast.
How do you wear your chinos?
