Having brown chinos in the closet guarantees a solid foundation on which to build great looks. And of very different styles, since versatility is, along with comfort, one of its main qualities.
The following are three ideas to combine your brown chinos with style this winter. Simple looks, but that, partly thanks to it, they will help you to leave the pavilion well the high both in the office and in free time.
smart-casual
Mr P.
Mr Porter, € 145
Hogan
Farfetch, € 224
If you have brown chinos, a light blue shirt and brogue shoes, you have everything you need to form a perfect look to go to work if your office dress code is smart casual.
Consider adding a dark gray blazer - as an alternative to the typical navy blue blazer - and a navy blue knit tie. In addition, make sure the shoes and pants are not the same shade of brown. Although showing your socks can help keep your pants and shoes from looking like one piece, it's best if they are in different browns.
workwear
J.Crew
Mr Porter, € 115
Zara
Zara, € 59.95
Sometimes getting a stylish look is as simple as teaming up with two basic pieces of the men's wardrobe. That's the case with brown chinos and plaid flannel shirts. Create three layers of warmth by using a basic white shirt under the shirt and a denim jacket with shearling over it.
Consider adding some work boots to accentuate the utilitarian vibes of the look. Sneakers in general, and skater-style shoes in particular, work great in this look too.
Minimalist
Uniqlo
Uniqlo, € 29.90
H&M
H&M, € 49.99
Create a fresh look - the kind that exudes a lot of style, but it seems like they didn't take you more than five minutes - by adding a plain black sweater and white leather sneakers to your brown chinos. Finishing the look with a classic coat is an excellent idea. Black, navy blue, and dark gray are good color choices.