What is a chino?
Men's chinos are a must-have pair of pants in any man's wardrobe: semi-slim or straight cut, cotton or cotton-linen canvas, textured or soft finish , often stretchy, versatile, chic yet casual. They can easily be worn at the office, on weekends, or in the evening. A good pair of chinos is a well-cut, comfortable piece, with beautiful materials and finishes that you will wear every day for years. The trick is to find the one you will put on without thinking, at the right price.
The different cuts of Chino
The semi-slim Chino
The classic Chino is the most versatile model in the LePantalon range. With its semi-slim cut that refines the silhouette without being too tight, it is the perfect pants for a neat and contemporary look every day. Its durable cotton canvas and its worked finishes make it the ideal choice for any occasion. Wear it with a cotton shirt or a polo shirt in summer, a turtleneck, a sweatshirt or even an overshirt in winter and mid-season, it is a real essential to wear all year round. These Chino are available in neutral colors ( beige , khaki , navy , gray ) and more colorful colors ( royal blue , fir green , burgundy , pink ...)
This same cut is also available in a textured version , which brings a subtle contrast to your outfits.
The straight chino
Straight chinos are a more comfortable and modern fit: with straight legs, a clean line, and a smooth drape, they suit all body types. Perfect for those looking for a formal look without jeans, they pair perfectly with a shirt and blazer for a business-casual look, or an overshirt and sweatshirt for a more relaxed outfit.
The pleated chino
The pleated chino brings a touch of vintage sophistication with its ironed pleats at the front. Slightly looser on the thigh, it offers increased comfort while maintaining a structured line. Ideal for a retro or elegant style, it can be worn with a turtleneck sweater, an unstructured blazer and loafers for a confident vintage style. It can also be worn with a more classic outfit: shirt, sweatshirt or overshirt , the choice is yours!
Wearing Chinos in Winter: Warm Chinos & Velvet Chinos
The Hot Chino
With its soft and thick material, this style is perfect for fall and winter, providing warmth and comfort without compromising your style. Our machine-washable cotton flannel style is a practical everyday alternative and allows those sensitive to wool to enjoy the softness and warmth of flannel in winter. Comfortable thanks to its carrot fit, and robust thanks to this unique fabric, it has it all.
The velvet chino
The cotton velvet, soft and very pleasant to wear in cold weather, combined with the shape of the semi-slim Chino, makes these pants as comfortable as they are elegant for everyday wear. They are available in rich, wintery tones ( burgundy , dark green , brown ).
Wearing Chinos in Summer: Cotton-Linen Chinos & Seersucker Chinos
The cotton-linen chino
This style is perfect for summer: the cotton and linen blend is known for its lightness, breathability, freshness, and the authentic character of its textured material. Still in a semi-slim fit and adorned with elaborate sartorial finishes, these are the ideal pants for hot days. They will go wonderfully with a linen shirt, or our cotton-linen t-shirts .
The Chino seersucker
With its classic seersucker (pleated cotton) waffle weave, this ultra-breathable style won't cling to the skin and creates a very elegant textured look. Perfect for warm climates, summer evenings, or preppy style.
Which chinos should you wear when cycling or riding a motorcycle? And how should you wear chinos when it rains?
Dedicated to active men, the technical chinos are designed with a stretchy, water-repellent, anti-wrinkle and breathable material, suitable for travel, full movement and rainy days. In terms of finishing touches, its reflective piping ensures you are seen, its zipped pocket allows you to secure your keys and its snap buttons will also make all the difference for practical everyday use. Ideal for urban use and your journeys on two wheels, these water-repellent chinos are also a choice ally against bad weather.
As you can see, there are many variations of chinos , each one adapted to different needs and desires. Discover all of our chinos for men on our website LePantalon.fr or in our stores , and like Sébastien, find the pants that fit your leg !
