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STYLE ADVICE
Three ways to wear chinos
By Kasia Hastings, 22 July 2016
Chinos are a natural choice for summer. Lighter than most trousers and smarter than shorts, they’ve earned their place as a seasonal staple. But, like all classics, it’s important to bring the look into 2016 with some fresh new styling. Here are three alternative takes on the timeless cut.
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Scandi/skate
The clean Scandi aesthetic is nothing new, but here its minimal vibe is given a refresh with some nice skater details. Wide legs, cargo pockets and a drawstring waist mean this pair of khaki cropped trews are a much more interesting riff on your standard chinos. Team with a grey-marl tee, hemmed white denim jacket and black Converse One Star kicks to complete the look.
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Sporty
If you’re after more traditional chinos, try this cream tapered pair from Levi’s Line 8 collection. A slimmer cut in a soft twill fabric, they’re a familiar style that still feels modern. As jeans aren't part of the equation, work in a healthy serving of denim elsewhere with a mid-wash overhead jacket, and add a pair of nylon Nike Classic Cortez and thick white socks for a sporty flavour.
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Smart
Join this season’s 50s fanfare in some straight-leg Dickies and a bowling shirt. If you want to work in some print but still keep things relatively smart, a cool and uncomplicated workwear style like this camel pair means there's plenty of room for panache elsewhere. Add a crisp white tee underneath and some simple white Stan Smiths to polish the look off nicely.
