Chino pants truly are charming. And that’s not only because they have one of the best cuts in trousers, bringing out a suave silhouette. It is also because of the fact that in the two centuries of their existence in men’s wardrobes, not once have they compromised on comfort.
And yes, you did read that right. Chino pants actually have been around for that long. Initially made for the military in the West as well as the East, these pants became a staple of civilian wardrobes and continue to be so. And all of it has to do with the comfort of the fabric and the way it is tailored. Because they were worn by the military, chino pants still tend to have earth tones like the ones found in the camouflage print.
Of course, they have a lot of variations today and can go with pretty much anything. But too many options can be a little confusing, especially when it comes to curating a balanced look for trousers with such a particular silhouette.
To make that simpler, we have curated five outfits where chinos are both the star and the anchor of the look
Chinos Outfits For Men
1. Olive Chinos + White Graphic T-shirt + White Sneakers2. Navy Chinos + White Graphic T-shirt + White Sneakers
3. Grey Chinos + Black Short Sleeve Shirt + White Sneakers
4. Beige Chinos + White Crew Neck T-shirt + White Sneakers
5. Navy Chinos + White T-shirt + Navy Overcoat + White Sneakers
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Outfit 1. Olive Chinos + White Graphic T-shirt + White Sneakers
The best thing about chinos is that you can dress them up or down, depending on your mood or the kind of day you are wearing it in. Let’s say you want to keep it fashionable and low-key, like the outfit here. Go for a plain white graphic tee, and tuck it into your chinos.
Make sure the chinos have a good color, like the olive one here. You can accessorize with a suave brown belt, a black bag and some shades and classic white sneakers. You can also make it more street-style with a bracelet and a belt chain.
Outfit 2. Navy Chinos + White Graphic T-shirt + White Sneakers
You know how runway models look so effortlessly chic on the streets during fashion week? Chinos can help you achieve that. Get a brand graphic tee with bold colors but an overall minimalistic pattern like the one in the outfit here, pair it with navy blue chinos and classic white sneakers, and you will have the perfect outfit.
To spruce it up, you can add a dark tote bag, and a cord belt in a matching color so that it looks great but also blends seamlessly into the rest of the outfit.
Outfit 3. Grey Chinos + Black Short Sleeve Shirt + White Sneakers
Can you work chinos into a business-casual outfit? Well, you can do pretty much anything with chinos. Notice how dapper and striking the black half-sleeve shirt looks in contrast with the grey chinos and the white sneakers? The shirt immediately adds a professional vibe to the outfit, but the sneakers keep it low-key.
Of course, grey itself is a standard formal color. So, if you are planning for something like this, make sure you choose two complimentary formal colors, such as the black and grey in this outfit. Finish the look with a utility bag, dark sunglasses, and a black belt.
Outfit 4. Beige Chinos + White Crew Neck T-shirt + White Sneakers
The best thing about chinos is the walkability of it, how easily the fabric moves with you. You would be missing out if you don’t style it for a stroll around the block. An outfit like the one you see here is super easy to assemble, and equally versatile.
Just make sure that the white tee is light-weight and somewhat loosely fitted to capture that summer vibe. Also, while the white sneakers are the standard with chinos, don’t be afraid to add a pop of color like the little red graphic on the shoes her. Add a handy tote, and you would ace the look.
Outfit 5. Navy Chinos + White T-shirt + Navy Overcoat + White Sneakers
This outfit has a really underhanded structure to it, which is precisely why it looks so cool and street-ready. First, the navy-blue overcoat dials up the charm of the overall look. It is both striking and comfortable. Two, the white t-shirt works as the subtlest part of whole look, keeping it grounded.
Three, the chinos are more relaxed in their fit, adding to the laidback appeal. And four, the pop of red in the sneakers adds just a touch of whimsy to the whole look. With minimal accessories and an understated rich color, this is a look for the fashion archives.
