Khaki Cornerstones: The Chino Brands That Deserve A Place In Your Wardrobe
It's a common delusion that a couples of jeans is the most adaptable piece in a man's pantyhose arsenal. Actually, this title belongs to the Chinese.
They can go from the battlefield to the first date, from the
evening to the family meal, and from the weekend to work. Name other pants that
can be adapted for all these occasions without blinking. It just can't be done.

With their roots in the military, the Chinese have come a
long way since their inception in the mid-19th century. What was once the
uniform of the British and French armies is now an integral part of the modern
man's wardrobe. Something no style-conscious man should do starved of.
Here we take a aspect at the best trademarks to buy this
chic and casual staple. From Slowear's exclusive, luxurious Incotex style to
Dickies and Carhartt WiP workwear items.
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L'Estrange London
L'Estrange's mission is to simplify the way modern men
dress. The London-based brand produces only what it considers essential, the
pieces that should form the basis of any stylish wardrobe, and nothing else,
and chinos are an integral part of its pantyhose offering.
True to its philosophy, L'Estrange produces a solitary
Chinese style, called "The 24-hour pants". Designed to move readily
from day to night, it features an elastic waistband with a hidden drawstring
closure and is made from organic Italian stretch cotton for all-day comfort.
Available in six versatile colors to suit any occasion.
Buy now at L'Estrange London
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A.P.C.
A.P.C. means "Workshop of production and
creation". Still, it might as well be an acronym for "Accessible
Parisian Cool" given that it's what the brand does best.
The revered French etiquette is known for keeping it simple.
He's a champion of that simple, effortless Parisian aesthetic, and his clothes
are exceptionally well made without breaking the bank. When it comes to your
chino offering, expect straight cuts, tailored for relaxed cuts and classic
minimal styling across the board.
Buy now at SSENS
Nordic projects
Exporting cool Copenhagen to a global audience, Norse
Projects is famous for its masterful blend of workwear, streetwear, and
Scandinavian minimalism.
The brand has some iconic pieces that appear in all its
seasonal collections and one of them is the chunky cotton twill chinos. Both
tough and stylish, Norse's versatile leggings are available in a classic
straight fit or a more tailored slim fit. Both cuts are finished with a subtle
brand patch on the back.
Buy now from Norse Projects
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crew J
Chinos are the lifeblood of preppy, and it turns out that
preppy is something American retailer J.Crew does better than just about anyone
else.
When shopping for your khaki pants at J.Crew, you won't find
bold styling, bold details, or quirky design patterns. What you will find is
basic, well-executed clothing that you don't have to yell and yell to be heard.
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Incotex
These Italians certainly know men's fashion. From handmade
leather shoes to surgically tailored suits, there is nothing that isn't cool.
So it is no wonder that the Chinese are no concession.
One of the brands under the valued Slowear umbrella, Incotex
makes arguably the best Chinese in the world today. Think luxurious premium
fabrics, crisp cuts, and an unmatched fit.
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Dickies
One of the quintessential workwear brands, Dickies has been
equipping hardworking men with durable clothing for nearly a century. These
days, though, you're more likely to see his chinos worn by the street-style
ensemble than by weather-battered Texan railroad workers.
With the growing popularity of looser cuts and wide legs,
the relaxed and utilitarian 'work pants' from Dickies have become the garment
of choice for fashion connoisseurs. They are robust, pleasing to the eye, very
versatile and with excellent value for money.
Buy now from Dickies