Quality pants are essential. From chinos to jeans, these are the top 10 pants which made their way into the list based on quality, price, style and brand reputation.
J.Crew
J.Crew has been excelling in the pant game for 75 years now. The 484 Slim-fit stretch chino pant is very comfortable, having a bit of stretch in them. They also feature a 1 1/4″ cuff which allows for them to be rolled up nicely or worn down casually. With a variety of different sizes, colors, and fits – they offer a great chino for an even better price.
Bonobos
Bonobos are very well known for their large selection of quality clothing pieces: the stretch washed chino 2.0 being one of them. These chinos offer 4 way stretch which allows for a very comfortable pant. Another great feature on these chinos are the wrinkle resistant material (92% cotton / 8% spandex) which allow them to look dapper 24/7 and wick away sweat, keeping you cool all day. Bonobos also designed these pants with their own little branding style: all pants feature the iconic Bonobos floral pattern in the inside of the pockets and interior.
Todd Snyder
Todd Snyder, not surprisingly, offers a great straight fit chino which has a slimmer fit on the thighs. This chino comes in a variety of colors and has a classic 5 pocket feature which you could say is unique for today’s style. The material is 90% cotton, 8% poly, and 2% lycra.
Lululemon
Lululemon’s commission slim-fit pant comes in many different colors and is 53% elastomultiester and 47% polyester which means they offer a good amount of stretch. If you’re also into clothing pieces that are recognizable, these lululemon pants are pretty noticeable based on how the material looks. They also have button secured back pockets, hidden zippered pockets, and if flipped; reflective cuffs. If comfort is your number 1 priority for a chino/pant, you can’t go wrong with these.
GAP
GAP offers great pants for a great price. These modern khakis in the straight fit style comes in many different colors and are 98% cotton and 2% lycra. This material blend doesn’t allow for too much stretch but due to the straight fit style, they’re still comfortable. This style is a great modern look, especially for those going for that casual street look while avoiding cargo pants.
LEVI
It’s about time denim got some love in this article – starting off with America’s jean brand… Levi. I know $159.60 is a lot; however, they were originally $228 if that helps you justify buying these. To add to this look, they have a button fly and 5 pockets. Can you get anymore vintage than that? Kind of. They are also non stretch, yet look like a lot how jeans used to be. If you’re trying to rock that vintage style, these are for you.
Now, if you’re thinking “I would never spend that much on jeans” or you don’t like the classic vintage style after seeing the prior post, then this is a good option for you. This Levi pair is solid for the price, 98% cotton, 2% eastane, has a zipper fly and 5 pockets. You cannot go wrong with this style, it’s very basic and everyone needs a pair.
COS
COS is a Scandinavian brand which is an under the radar brand for a lot of Americans. They’re always ahead of fashion trends and have quality pieces. This COS chino, is available in 4 colors: khaki, navy beige, and black. The material is made up of 51% lyocell / 49% cotton lining: 100% Cotton.
Wrangler
Wrangler Cowboy Jeans – tighter on the quads and looser on the calves. 5 pockets, 100% cotton, straight leg. Not much to say besides they’re sick and even sicker for the price.
Dickies
One could say I saved the best for last. Dickies relaxed fit straight leg painter’s pants are quality – especially for the price. A nice functional look to be dressed up or down. A utility look that can be considered similar to cargo pants – yet different. Features: they are 100% cotton, have 9 pockets, and are roomier straight-legged.
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