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The 5 Trouser Styles Every Gentleman Should Own
Trousers are a staple of every gentleman's outfit. We’ve curated a selection of season-spanning styles that every wardrobe should contain.
It's said you can tell the character of a man by the company he keeps—we’d also posit that you can know a chap’s calibre by the cut of his trousers. Peter Christian has done the hard yards and selected five styles of leggings that should be a mainstay of every wardrobe, guiding you from chillier seasons to the florid midsummer nights.
Corduroy—the most striking of cords
It was the poet Elizabeth Barrett Browning that penned these immortal words: “How do I love thee? Let me count the ways.” In corduroy’s case this would be 14: the number of colours available. Stick out from the crowd with the red or camouflage into rural environs with earthy pine: the latter a true gent’s classic that pairs perfectly with the 100% moleskin cotton Doe Merlin waistcoat. Cord is renowned for its warmth and, as with colours, the plethora of cuts. Are you the sort of gentleman that likes to avail himself of life’s royal pleasures? Then we recommend the flat-fronted option, with its accommodating expanding waistband.
Jeans—just the ticket, whatever the weather
Befitting its blue-collar heritage, the humble jean is hard-working and reliable whatever the weather. Nothing better accentuates this than our Wrangler authentic straight denim jean, ideally paired with a washed denim shirt. Looking for something a little smarter? The cotton needle cord adds a tie-straightening splash—especially if you're stepping out in emerald green or chestnut.
If you like the cut of jeans but crave a more forgiving alternative to denim, try the drill jeans with a crisp, check. Tattersall shirt. The 100% cotton Moleskin offers an elevated softness—belying its rugged weave—while the jeano twines the best of the chino and jean worlds. Still can’t choose? Then plump for the timeless blue classic denim: it’ll never let you down.
Tweed—woven in tradition
There is arguably no greater sartorial tradition than that of tweed. Born on the looms of Harris® and Donegal and composed purely of wool born on their homelands, they’re the ideal heavier leggings for colder climes. Both pop as part of a three-piece tweed suit and, alongside a matching waistcoat and jacket, you’ll be ready for any action: from the church to the country club or a jolly bar scrum at The Crown. Want to dial it down? A Harris Tweed® Harrington jacket nods to another cultural totem—the Mods. Adorn one of these above a navy button-down shirt and whizz a Vespa down to Brighton Beach.
Drawstring—comfortably smart and smart, comfortably
Have you yearned for bottoms that twin the comfort of joggers with the chicness of chinos? Then Peter Christian drawstring trousers may just become your calling card. Composed of lightweight, 100% organic cotton, their elasticated waist offers superior day-long comfort. The olive green is arguably the definitive hue: combine with a breezy 100% linen shirt in summer, or a green corduroy chore jacket for transitional smarts.
A fan of mono-fabric outfits? Pair that chore jacket with the corduroy drawstring which, composed of durable 18 wale needlecord, are a little more fitting for colder weather. Smarten up with the sand or dress down the navy with a luxe long-sleeved Breton shirt.
Chinos—there’s one for every chap
Originally designed by Lt Harry Lumsden in 1848 as a means of keeping his troops cool under fierce Indian sun, most chino styles are 100% cotton and reliably comfy—whether you’re dressing for the boardroom or boardwalk. Pair them with an Oxford shirt for a polished daytime look, and depending on the season, layer on a lightweight V neck sweater or a cosy wool fisherman’s jumper.
Their status as an evergreen essential is secured by the palette of hues available—from classic stone to nautical navy or natty Nantucket pink. There’s also a plethora of unique cuts to suit every lumber. From the slimming flat-fronted, modish pleated to the heavier jeano or lightweight tropical chino: there’s a chino for every chap.
Buy better bottoms with our five essential trouser styles for any gentleman’s wardrobe: from corduroy to tweed via the contemporary drawstring. Work better with the hard-working jeans, or stride effortlessly with evergreen chinos.
