Chinos & Khaki Pants Guide For Men

[@kevenantoine3587]

Raphael kills me every time he smiles after a paragraph. lol. keep up the good work.

[@gentlemansgazette]

Thank you! Stay tuned for more ;)

[@Spazzsticks]

That smile is like the icing on the cake xD

[@tomythekiller38]

I know, he looks insane haha he looks like the most stylish serial killer

[@frankcastle1578]

lmao I thought I was the only one 😂

[@peterwoods35]

5:06

[@richardm239]

when he smiles there should be a little sparkle on his teeth ,it would just add that little extra panache

[@StevenZagaris]

LOL'd in RL

[@Muhammaddanishsharif]

Hahaha

[@MtnLiner]

Bling!

[@barvdw]

It would definitely be very dapper ;)

[@casey00X]

That’s actually not an altogether bad idea, Gentleman’s Gazette.

[@tombrunila2695]

I have for a long time wondered about when and why to use pleated or flat front pants. And now I got the explanation: thin legs flat front, muscular thighs pleated! Thank you.

[@HerrMeier007]

When I was like 14 or so, I used to wear cargo pants all the time. My mom shopped for me and I was happy that could throw so much stuff inside them. I had no idea about style obviously, and just thought they are just fine. But one day, I asked a girl if she liked to go out with me sometimes and she said no. This girl told a female friend of mine later, that I'm always wearing those weird pants and that's why she said no. That left such a mark, that I never wore Cargo pants from this day again! So I should actually thank this girl in retrospective! :D

[@Teddy_Gautier]

Ryan I was just about to say that 😂 Also, there are cargo pants that can still be stylish. You can check out brands like H&M for those

[@RafiqueAdzamTechVlog]

ryan lol

[@abdiyusuf8561]

Ryan true

[@henrymarks2237]

@@thepatriarch6144 can we please try to be respectful, thanks :)

[@dimitrios_sallonika6941]

My friend, you should see how the ladies react to my "cargo" pants!!!! Basically, I wear a battle dress uniform (in black). It's weird how all of those gentleman stuff, is ripped from the military heritage, by snowflakes and yet... They decide what is manly enough? Well... How about being a man, without being an homage of someone else?

[@Ematched]

I just got into wearing chinos, and this video was a huge help. Thank you so much!

[@gentlemansgazette]

You're welcome. Glad it helped!

[@TheRomanTribune]

@@gentlemansgazette What about dark brown chinos? What sort of colored shoes goes with this? As well as shirt? I know black shirts are out! Especially tshirts, but I'm thinking maybe a blue sort of button down shirt? Either light or dark blue.. but with dark brown pants that I own I never know what sort of shoes to wear with it.

[@Prio024]

​@@TheRomanTribune Dark Brown Khakis are more formal compared to Lighter Colored Pants. For that you can wear black dress shoes, loafers, sneakers or brown shoes.

[@fernandocastaneda264]

This is the kind of KZbinr that I would believe everything he says about clothes and culture. This guy is classy.

[@sukmykrok3388]

I once wore khaki pants and a red polo to target. So many people confused me for an employee there so I started to have fun with it, haha!

[@dainforsythe7129]

I'm to the point where, I've seen so many of your vids that by the time you've finished saying, "welcome back to Gentlemen's Gazette" I've already hit the thumbs up button. I've yet to finish watching and and not felt like it was a valuable view. Keep it rollin' out! Most of all - thank you!

[@kipp5862]

Back in late 80s after I was discharged from the Navy, Ralph Lauren was really popular, and I always wore a variation on a theme. My favorite outfit was a pair of Khakis a blue chambray shirt, white socks, and an ox blood penny loafer. In my pennys there weren't the traditional pennies. I took the penny, 1 for each shoe, then for the right shoe I wrapped the penny in a $5 bill, forthe left I wrapped it in a $1 bill. So I always had $6 bucks on me, so long as I was wearing my dollar loafers.

[@smk955]

This video solved many of my style problems... True quality content, thank you!

[@superawesomeboy]

Ok, subbed. Chinos and khakis are my absolute favourite pants

[@jasonb8769]

A video about what color shirts go with certain color chinos would be great. There are enough videos explaining what a chino is.

[@istp1967]

Khaki Chinos with a Oxfors shirt and and Prince of Wales sports coat. Love your style too. 😀👍👍👍

[@joeyc1826]

He has a... I want to laugh face like he's pulling a joke and he's waiting for the person to catch on to laugh with them.

[@penaltypolice9907]

Just what I was thinking 😂😂

[@creativejay-db7261]

Now I'm laughing 😂

[@arunsatheesan3785]

I started caring about fashion recently. These videos are my new entertainment.

[@George30054]

I wear chinos almost everyday. I like more them than jeans.

[@willyummiest]

When I was in high school I wore chinos that had a belt in the back - a nice touch. (I'm surprised Polo hasn 't ever brought that back.) Starting when I got to college, I wore Brooks Bros. chinos. In those days, they were unhemmed and the tailor would custom hem them free of charge. Always cuffs. Alas, those days are long gone. And, yes, I am that old.

[@01Ascii]

something about this man (and the editing on the video) is both mesmerizing and amusing

[@kannabuddharaju]

Thank you, is it still good in 2023.

[@OscarGarcia-ws3rg]

This video should be on the history channel

[@HaiderKhan-xh4cx]

Loved it! You should really get a lot more views, these videos are very good quality and highly informative

[@gentlemansgazette]

Thanks!

[@badgasaurus4211]

Sand, navy and dark green chinos should be in everyone’s wardrobe

[@Filioque_]

This guy never fails to confuse me even more. 😂

[@jonathanmiles7493]

I've learned so much about style from these videos :)

[@jacobshigaki1291]

Would oxblood shoes like burgundy work? Those are one of my favorite shoe colors in menswear?

[@brianc9374]

green can work in the office, subdued green pants with corduroy sports coat look great

[@razor6552]

True

[@dunkanlord]

love your videos but that smile is killing me :D

[@martleyjules2199]

I know right lol

[@mcearl8073]

Ulvis Barkāns I know this is an old comment but I was wondering if I was the only one that noticed. It’s like a cross between a shot eating grin or holding back laughter grin. Not in a bad way or anything, I kind of like it, it makes me laugh.

[@realmrkrabs]

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[@kingfatiusiii4744]

Hey you leave my mans Rafa alone

[@Mark-pp7jy]

Really enjoyed your explanation of the origins of Khakis and Chinos. I spent fifteen years working at an international airport, and saw all manner of different dress styles. Some guys looked like they were going to the county landfill, while others looked very sharp. One day, I saw a guy wearing khakis with black shoes and a black quarter zip sweater. I always thought it would be too much contrast, but it looked sharp. I have a pair of brass colored chinos that I wear with black chukka boots and a black sweater now. I'm very confident wearing that outfit. Best wishes to you!

[@imankalyandeuri6719]

Hey Raphael ! I wanted to know what is that tie, kind of thing you are wearing inside your shirt, called ?

[@claytonkeates2614]

It's called an ascot. Pretty cool

[@zunedog31]

Hmm.. maybe it's because I am in college, but I see chinos as an alternative to jeans, just slightly more dressy, and pleated and cuffed khakis as out of date and something older guys would wear. The GAP Lived in Slim is an incredible pair of pants, very stylish and fit super well. Anyone looking for a youthful casual pair of pants should check those out first.

[@jonny9213]

Honestly they are one of the best I have ever tried on I own 6 pairs

[@zunedog31]

Jonathan I am up to my 4th pair I think. Not sure if I am ready to buy the blue or raisin ones!

[@jonny9213]

zunedog31 go for blue it's easier to match to me

[@zunedog31]

Jonathan Yeah I guess it's close to navy.

[@David-ud9ju]

I agree. Chinos lend themselves to smart casual or semi-formal, but can also be everyday trousers. I do view chinos as being more summery; I would never wear jeans in the heart of summer mainly because of the heat, but also because they're colder weather trousers, whereas chinos are hotter weather trousers.

[@gianmarcoferone]

Good evening, Raphael. Can I ask you about 5 pockets pants? I see them in very shop here in Naples (Italy), and I'm a bit confused: are they suited for a smart casual style? Even if they look similar to chinos, they still remind me too much of jeans.

[@keitomineproductions4133]

Olive green is one of my favorite colors, and coyote brown. might just be the soldier in me feeling nostalgic. Though Coyote brown is a nice color in general.

[@cookingprof]

I've gone by the rule that strait front trousers are uncuffed whereas a pleated front should be cuffed. Your feedback on that is requested.

[@th3barc0dezlliilliilz57]

Hello was wondering how to measure size for chinos. Can’t seem to find anything about it anywhere.

[@Paul-dz7xi]

Ralph Lauren PL chinos are selling for $450.00 U.S. each and are made in Italy. What do you think of this price point? Are they going to fit that much better or look $450 better than the $60 chinos? Over the top, crazy, or worth it?

[@lolvonlolipopp]

You could probably get a pair of bespoke chinos for that price.

[@razor6552]

Sounds over the top. You can get a really nice sports jacket for that $450. A 60 dollar pair of cotton chinos are decent enough.

[@siegfriedo]

Love chinos. They're a staple in my wardrobe and I wear them daily. I stopped wearing jeans years ago altogether and instead wear chinos.

[@adityagupta-xn6mk]

Thumbs up for the research on history ... great job

[@SACRUISER58]

i would like for you to discuss the leg opening at shoes, i am 65 and do not like stright leg, or the classic bagginess, but i want the pants to reach the bottom lace at my shoes, not tapered that it looks like skinny pants

[@CartoonThat]

great video Raphael, just wanted to let you know the noise reduction was a little noticeable in the video

[@ujjwal94roy]

I'm a Indian...learning abt my own culture...

[@andrew_owens7680]

I know plenty about your culture. I get 3 to 4 calls a day from Indian people at call centers who take jobs from my country and contribute zero to our economy. They don't pay taxes or buy anything at all (because they have no physical presence). It's not their fault, but I've lost jobs to India and watched as companies I work for interview Indian after Indian while lowering American wages.

[@MikuHatsune12]

Andrew_Owens Thats not exactly 'indian culture'

[@andrew_owens7680]

No, it's global capitalist culture, destroying human rights for corporate profit.

[@MikuHatsune12]

Andrew_Owens isnt usa The capitalist culture

[@andrew_owens7680]

There is no USA anymore. There are oligarchs who control multi-national corporations that control governments.

[@Mr_anthony_scarbrough]

Would you still wear a pinkie ring with a casual outfit of chinos and shirt?

[@pelonconstante6271]

Rafael, should I have any concerns about wearing a Dickies shirt with my Khaki color Ben Davis pants or am I crossing some unwritten rules ? Or perhaps a striped Ben Davis with solid color pants.

[@mandeepbaweja3021]

Sir what do you think about wearing burgundy chinos with blue blazer?

[@thePowerPlant]

Do it. May not be office wear. But I often wear a maroon pair of chinos with a double breasted, navy blazer.

[@pbcapri]

I was skeptical at first because ypu outfit but the content was actuallu very informing. Ty

[@FranciscoSilva-qr6gy]

Great video. I especially like when you explain the historical aspect. Any chance you could do a review of American shoe companies that still make their shoes in the USA?

[@shaojieshi47]

which one is best for winter

[@dantegoat8568]

do a video about tie patterns and their history. please, thank you

[@gentlemansgazette]

We can add that to our to-do list, we'll see then.

[@dantegoat8568]

thank you.

[@thePowerPlant]

Tan or Dark tan (khaki) is fine to wear with black shoes. Just make sure you coordinate the shirt and jacket. It has been done that way for decades.

[@jimdale9281]

Loving the videos. Would you ever consider doing a video on rapport building? Maybe with a stranger or prospect?

[@osmo3333]

Does somebody know where to buy great chinos? (Im from Europa btw)

[@cocoforcrack]

Do you have any advice for someone like me that has a small waist (28) but has large thighs? I do a lot of lunges, squats, run and I haven’t been able to find a brand that has chinos that fit my waist but don't flare out the pockets. Any help would be heavily appreciated.

[@rcdanger]

Tell us more about Nantucket Red

[@razor6552]

Murray's Tog shop in Nantucket have the only official Nantucket reds. They start off dark pink/red and are supposed to fade to pink. Very popular in the Martha's Vineyard, Cape Cod area.

[@fromatic2]

that setup @8:03 is boss

[@porter2241]

A real gentleman. I love your videos.

[@amiryaqub3996]

Khak is persian word meaning soil or dust, therefore, khaki means dusty colour. Persian was still the official language in india during the the 19th century. Khaki is also used in Urdu Punjabi and Hindi languages originally it was derived from persian

[@firstlast7584]

Amir Yaqub wrong

[@-----REDACTED-----]

I am trying to do some “growing up” wardrobe wise (well…more like surrendering to age appropriate clothing), so please accept my thanks

[@MortezaParkook]

Thanks for the video, Khak in Farsi (Iran/Persia) means soil/dust 😉

[@youngmasterzhi]

Which ones would look best for Jake from State Farm?

[@MRPetexxxxx]

pretty cool , thanks raphael

[@Surfguitarist59]

Another excellent video..!!! Don't know about the rest of you guys, but I always referred to Khakis by the brand name, you got it; Dockers. Question for you my friend. What is your take on turtleneck shirts? As a 60 year old guy, I've worn black turtlenecks with khakis in the past with kind compliments. Question is, how about a sport coat with that combo? As always, love the content brother. Keep it coming please.

[@razor6552]

Yes, of course a sport coat goes with a turtleneck. A corduroy sport coat would be perfect with that combination. Wide Wales are more casual, tight wales are more formal.

[@34meridian]

When I wash my chinos I always get white streaks on them. I regularly clean my washing machine and none of my other clothes have this issue. I wash with a powder detergent at 4o degrees celsius - would you please have any advice, thanks!

[@SamirSamir-oq1km]

Hi thanx for the video, by any chance could you pls ADVICE! How do i hem a chiono? break / no break? And any specific leg's width?

[@adarshfaridkhan3361]

The word Khaki came from Khak which means dust, it's a Persian word also used in Urdu and Hindi. Urdu is a mixture Arabic, Persian and Turkish language so that's why we use word Khaki which was actually taken from Persian language.

[@efandmk3382]

Khaki is a color, and a fabric, and a certain cut of slack. When you talk about khakis, you need to be specific about what KIND you're talking about.

[@shariatiehsan]

@@efandmk3382 In Farsi/Persian/Irani Khak = soil/dust "Khaki" simply means "Earthy"... it can mean the earthy color or more common when something is dusty. Hindi and Farsi have had many linguistic and cultural exchanges forth and back through the history. Both are decendents of the same Slavic people who migrated east for about 2-3000 years ago. The pants called khaki are not an Iranian invention though. Pyjamas however come from Persian words "Pa Jame" meaning "leg clothing" so basically "pants" :)

[@brannonpaulsen7608]

Lets say you where wearing an argyle sweater that was blue, would you need to wear khakis that are beige to go together?

[@jzimage8343]

Would it be appropriate to wear a pastel olive chino, a white button up, and brown chukka boots to give a speech for a school event?

[@RF-js9yj]

Great format, love hearing the depth, and the history!

[@onedirection3510]

Back in the 90’s Polo RL has the best cotton kahki or stone chinos, cuffed or not I think. They’re nowhere to be found these days save for eBay if you can find your size. Sad. Next WAS BB’s who recently cheapened their not half bad chinos yet again. 🤦🏼‍♂️ Peter Millar has decent pieces I think. They have color variety too. Lastly, Paul Stewart had some very pricy ($250?) but super nice chinos. Once again I don’t think they’re available anymore but I’m not sure. You didn’t mention penny loafers for footwear with these pants? Brand recommendations?

[@markrobinson5774]

Thank you for telling about calf sizes I do have tree trunks for calves there huge

[@westfieldartworks8188]

I have a pair of sand colored chino's. I've been searching videos on the subject and can't seem to find out of it's okay to wear sand colored chino's after Labor Day. I see right near the end of this video that the gentlemen in the photo is wearing sand colored chino's with a Fall outfit. I'm a little confused.

[@David-ud9ju]

What's labour day got to do with fashion? You can wear chinos all year round.

[@moviehousefire]

Great vid. Could you do a video on driving moccasins please (even though the summer is almost over)?

[@gentlemansgazette]

No video yet, but we do have an in-depth guide about it: www.gentlemansgazette.com/moccasin-driving-mocs-guide/

[@moviehousefire]

Great, thanks

[@fionnhynes4937]

Does anyone know of any European brands that sell classic cut unhemmed chinos, (besides Cordings, they don't stock them in olive)?

[@The_Equalizer23]

Which brands produce quality chinos? Thanks in advance!

[@rasseliste4095]

I have some Beige chinos, i usually combine them with a navy blue polo shirt tucked in with a brown pair of belt and loafers, i always get compliments on it.

[@TheSirfa11111]

yay you are back !

[@charlesjenkins8078]

I really appreciate the video. It’s very helpful! Thanks.

[@ayushsaraf9796]

Hi Raphael! Love seeing your videos and because of which i have learnt a lot about fashion. I had a question in my mind and it would be very nice of you if you could take out a minute and solve my doubt. I was reading an article in which it was mentioned that 'RTW' Chinos looks better than tailored cotton trousers. Do you also wear 'RTW' chinos or is it tailor made and if it is tailor made then did you find any flaw in it? Would love to hear your reply! Thanks.

[@fionnhynes4937]

Great video! But what is the correct break for chinos with a 2-inch cuff?

[@UmarKhan-ti3tv]

can a chino be worn with trench coat or a peacoat ?? thank you

[@johnrobinson2228]

Contrast! If they're too close it might look a bit weird but tonal looks, especially in tan are very in style right now.

[@johnrobinson2228]

Peacoat is definitely ok though!

[@michael.rausch]

Great video, I am trying to find a good pair but failing. I am a size 30 (Netherlands) but my calves are huge so they fit me good but not the lower part. Even the regular fits are to tight. Any ideas?

[@RevJamesCostello]

This is confusing me. Sven says we should avoid mixing navy chinos with a navy blazer because the colours will clash. I click on the business casual article and right there we see a man in what appears to be dark blue leather trainers, dark blue chinos and dark blue jacket. He looks perfectly fine, too... so...?

[@pegsbarton6353]

Navy can be like black, there are different shades of both colours, in fact it's really hard to get a good match in pieces that are not a suit. A near miss in colour matching is really stand out awful, it's usually much better to go for a full on contrast for the best look. If you want a full colour match then go for a suit.

[@TheVirtuoso883]

What can you wear with navy chinos? shoe wise i was thinking brown brogue or monk straps? and top wise, i like polo shirts, but not sure on the colour. Im trying to make the transition from dressing as a teenager into a gentleman

[@firstlast7584]

Adam Purcell Tan-Mid Brown Shoes, a white oxford cloth button doen

[@douglasbennett5667]

Congo pants come from the jungle fatigue from the US Army in Vietnam

[@UknowJiaJun]

HI, I heard that "real" Chinos actually comes with no pleats and no cuffs? is that true? thanks for everything.

[@napusenimacak1451]

Which break should chinos have (traditionally)

[@Bangkokboy88]

Wow very informative videos on chinos and khakis.....

[@gentlemansgazette]

Thank you!

[@douglasbennett5667]

100%. Cotton and on seam front pockets

[@bektasince7594]

Please can you make a video about ascot foulard?

[@e.cannata]

Do suspenders go with chinos?

[@joshsowers]

Hello, Gentleman's Gazette. Can you please make a video on color coordination, specifically in the IVY and TRAD style. The color combinations you use are amazing and unique. Thank you!

[@minafouad78]

HerrMeier.. do u tried before the cargo psnts with the navy blazer !..

[@midcitygym]

excellent as always

[@124tamir]

Your videos are excellent. Could you produce one about Courdory?

[@razor6552]

Corduroy is the best fabric IMHO if you are not going for regular business, classic, or formal style. Corduroy shirts are great. I haven't had the best luck with having corduroy trousers fit me as well as I'd like. A corduroy sports jacket goes with so many smart casual combinations you wouldn't have to duplicate a look for a long time. I recently got many compliments wearing a corduroy sports jacket with an olive Irish grandfather's shirt.

[@SleepyNose3141]

at 5:29 there is a minor mistake with the text. you forgot the "n" in the word "pants"

[@slimphotog]

Another nice video. Great photo at 8:02 as well. Love that look. I think that olive blazer and brown vest combination would look great in the office, but the olive pants I agree would be a little out of place.

[@gentlemansgazette]

Thanks!

[@DQ_Style]

I enjoyed this video very much, great job!

[@gentlemansgazette]

Thanks, that's good to know.

[@angelodalli6849]

Very informative and well delivered, as usual. Thanks and keep it up!!

[@gentlemansgazette]

You're welcome!

[@pilt6569]

There is a typo when he talks about the cargos. The word pants is misspelled.

[@Pommezul]

Cargo pats.

[@nikogwaj1676]

Can you wear them with tweed jackets?

[@NiKo44433]

Yes, of course

[@dchanluffy]

Thanks, learned a lot as usual. Keep up the good work!

[@gentlemansgazette]

Glad to know that. Thanks for the support!

[@AndrewKerensky]

I was wondering can these be bought high waisted?

[@rlkinnard]

come on, casual does not include an ascot, here in the US.