Casual, comfortable, to be worn on many different occasions: among the most popular models of men's trousers there is without a doubt the chino.

But what are chino pants?

Chinos: The Versatile Must-Have

Usually this men's model is proposed in cotton , but denim models are also appreciated. The chosen weight of the fabric defines the seasonality of the trousers, which can therefore be worn throughout the year.

The style of these trousers is essentially casual , but also very versatile : they can be worn both during the day and in the evening, on elegant occasions or during informal events.

The multifaceted nature of chinos is so strong that it could be scary: what do I wear them with? Polo or shirt? Trainers or lace-ups? Do they go well with a jacket? The answer is that chinos go well with – almost – everything. 

Occasions of use for men's chinos

The beauty of this model of trousers is that it covers different occasions of use . In fact, there are those who wear it to a wedding where a particular dress code is not required. With a shirt, an elegant jacket and leather lace-ups you will make a beautiful figure!

Most of the time it is worn during everyday life : during the day, to go to work, at aperitif time, for a business dinner or with friends.

The extremely comfortable fit of this model makes it ideal for wearing from morning to night , without ever getting tired of it.

Here's a tip: play with the versatility of these trousers! During the warm seasons, go out in the morning matching the chinos with a shirt and remember to put a polo or a t-shirt in your bag or work backpack to wear at aperitif time to feel more comfortable; during autumn and winter, however, wear this model with a shirt and a light sweater , but remember to always bring a jacket with you to show off for a last minute dinner invitation!

Men's Chinos: How to Match Colors 

You will find a great variety of shades available. The most popular are undoubtedly the most combinable ones and therefore dark solid colors for the colder seasons and light ones for spring and summer. For the combinations, keep in mind that if you dare with bright colors on top, make sure that the chinos are solid colors, and vice versa.

The origins of chino 

And now that you know everything about chinos, let's take a little dive into the past to find out where they were born. History, or legend, has it that chinos were born in the military in the nineteenth century and only later became a men's fashion item present in the wardrobe of almost all men.

It is said that the first chinos were the khaki ones , wanted in this shade by an officer of the English army to hide the dust on his white trousers. Since then, chinos have been adopted in the United States always as an army uniform, given their practicality. Shortly thereafter, and we are at the beginning of 1900, chinos also arrived among civilians, among cinema icons like Steve McQueen.

On this site you can find a wide variety of men's chino trousers , well made, high quality and at the right price.