How to choose men's trousers

Man and trousers are inseparable concepts. Properly selected trousers are the perfect basis for a stylish look. But an unsuccessfully chosen model can ruin even the most fashionable bow. What should you pay attention to when choosing the perfect men's trousers? - you ask. I answer: you need to pay attention to absolutely everything - the quality of the fabric, the model, the location of the pockets, the width of the trousers. And now let's talk about everything in order.

A brief excursion into history
Historians note that the first trousers were made 20 thousand years ago. Culottes served as the prototype of modern models. This model was just below the knee, and English men of all classes wore such trousers along with stockings. Mass production of trousers began only in the 20th century.

Do you know why the arrows appeared on the trousers? This is a very interesting fact. One day, the Prince of Wales, who was still that fashionista, got caught in the rain. And it had to happen that on the same day he had to appear at a reception in the palace.

Naturally, the prince by no means could appear at the event in wet trousers. Therefore, one of the maids decided to get along with her trousers by folding them in half.
The trousers dried up and arrows appeared on them. The prince put on ironed trousers and went out to the assembled guests. The arrows on the trousers made a fashionable sensation. Men vying with each other began to ask the prince where he got such trousers from and he replied that this was a new model. After a while, many men began to walk in such trousers.

How to choose trouser fabric
Now on the market there is a huge number of fabrics from which trousers are sewn. There are both synthetic and natural fabrics in this line. Naturally, the latter are somewhat more expensive.
If you choose trousers to wear in the cold season, then pay attention to tweed and wool. Such fabrics warm well and have water-repellent properties.


For spring and summer, it is advisable to choose models from flannel. The flannel is resistant to weather changes and also repels water well. Cotton and linen trousers are perfect for summer. Cotton and linen are breathable. The only drawback of linen fabric is that it wrinkles a lot, so linen trousers will need to be ironed very often.

Models made of cotton fit perfectly on the figure. A 100% cotton fabric also wrinkles, but if you choose a fabric with a small amount of synthetics, then this problem will be solved by itself.
I would like to say a few words about synthetic fabrics. Synthetic pants are the most budget option. But products made of synthetic fabrics have a lot of drawbacks - they do not "breathe", they become electrified and can cause allergies.

How to choose the right style
When choosing a model, first of all, be guided by the features of your figure and for which specific occasion you are purchasing trousers.
Classic pants- this model should be in the wardrobe of every man. There are several varieties of classic models and they are classified according to the presence of a tuck.

A tuck is a small fold that runs along the front of the pants to the bottom. In the 60s they were very popular, but now many men choose models without them. If a man is tall and athletic, then it is better for him to refuse tucks. Visually, they will make the silhouette too elongated. However, if a man is a little overweight in the hips, then visually the tucks will make the figure slimmer. Dress pants are worn either with suspenders or with a belt; under a business suit along with a shirt.

Slacks These are cotton trousers. They usually have a straight cut. Depending on the type of figure, you can choose a model, both with a low and with a high fit. These pants are ideal for men with an athletic build and are not recommended for overweight or, conversely, too thin men.

Chinos- Loose cotton trousers. Chinos are a great alternative to jeans. They can be combined with both a shirt and a T-shirt. The loose fit of the trousers allows you to hide minor figure flaws and make the silhouette visually slimmer. Stylists do not recommend wearing chinos with dress shoes. In this case, it is better to choose sneakers, sneakers or oxfords.

Cargo- earlier such trousers were part of a military uniform. They are characterized by loose fit and a large number of pockets. Cargo pants are a versatile option, they are suitable for men with any body type. The only thing is that they cannot be combined with office style clothes.

How to choose the right length and width of trousers
Let's talk about length first. Ideally, any pants should be hemmed for you. The ideal length of classic trousers should be 1-2 centimeters behind the heel, and there should be a small fold in the front that covers the base of the shoes. If the trousers gather folds and "bubbles" form on them, then the length is chosen incorrectly.

This season, cropped trouser models (slightly above the ankles) have come into fashion. It is best to combine them with high boots. When buying trousers, pay attention to the cuffs. Cuffs allow you to leave a supply of fabric to lengthen or shorten the product.

Pants width is more of a matter of personal preference. Today, skinny trouser models are very popular - they are ideal for tall, slender men. If you like classic style, then choose pants whose width is equal to 2/3 of the length of the shoe. Wide trousers are suitable for overweight men.

Choose a color
For classic models of trousers, dark shades are relevant (black, gray, brown, dark green, etc.). If you choose summer trousers, then pay attention to the shades of white, light gray, beige, sand colors. If you can't go a day without bright colors, then feel free to go to the store for red, orange or yellow trousers.


The most favorite shade of designers this year was khaki. Blue is the universal color for trousers. It goes well with a large number of colors and shades.


If you want to be at the height of fashion, then choose plaid trousers. Inscriptions, stripes, graphic prints on trousers are also relevant now. If we talk about whether trousers should be combined with a jacket, now it is not necessary to have monochromatic sets in which the jacket and trousers are of the same color.


And finally, the most important rule: before buying, always try on trousers - they should sit well on the figure and not bulge anywhere. Ideally, in any men's wardrobe there should be 2-3 pairs of trousers for all occasions.

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