Khaki pants or chinos to be more exact have become a scapegoat in men’s fashion. Some think of khakis as a must-have like underwear while others equate their rise in popularity with the demise of proper men’s attire. A salesman at Nordstrom told me once that he won’t even buy a pair of khakis out of fear that he may actually wear them.
Historians note that the U.S. Army adopted khaki uniforms in 1898 and the popularity of the color and fabric spread within the military and among civilians. It is only fitting then that khakis became part of a new uniform, the casual day ensemble.
But khakis don’t have to be relegated to casual Fridays. They look great with a cotton button down shirt and a cotton jacket and since the fabrics are all the same, the outfit will look cohesive. Add the necktie of your choice and you’ve got another polished look for work.
This look works all year. Just make sure your jacket and necktie are seasonally appropriate and don’t forget to iron those khakis!
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