Five Ways To Wear Navy Chinos | MR PORTER

Want to get the most from this wardrobe classic? MR PORTER's Style Director, Mr Dan May, shows you how.
In this 'Five Ways To Wear' guide, our Style Director Mr Dan May shows the versatility of a single piece. As the perfect halfway point between regular chinos and jeans, we demonstrate how this wardrobe staple can be dressed up or dressed down.
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Featured in this video:
Incotex Four Season Slim-Fit Cotton-Blend Chinos by Slowear mr-p.co/kzvbwA
Chunky-Knit Wool Sweater by Jil Sander mr-p.co/aNUTCI
Cotton-Pique' Grandad-Collar Shirt by Oliver Spencer mr-p.co/LOXoK7
Suede and Patent Leather Sneakers by Lanvin mr-p.co/PPtChE
Quilted Padded Gilet by Burberry Brit mr-p.co/dSIrPs
Slim-Fit Denim Shirt by Dolce & Gabbana mr-p.co/KhwWuL
True Penny Leather Loafers by Quoddy mr-p.co/puSxyX
Slim-Fit Wool-and-Silk- Blend Blazer by Richard James mr-p.co/K2YWhu
Red Slim-Fit Bengal Stripe Double-Cuff Cotton Shirt by Emma Willis mr-p.co/x2kNvt
Cashmere Vest by Doriani Denim
Jacket by A.P.C.mr-p.co/VKOtkZ
Flower-Print Cotton T-Shirt by Raf Simons mr-p.co/Xg7Zpv
Leather-Trimmed Suede and Mesh Sneakers by Valentino mr-p.co/an72gY
Cable-Knit Cotton Sweater by Burberry London mr-p.co/t2tkLC
Sid High-Shine Leather Brogues by Grenson mr-p.co/xa8AoD
Agi & Sam Panelled Cotton Shirt by London Collections: Men
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[@TXchadTX]

Sandals with a 2 pound wool sweater.......i bet Dan May eats cereal with chopsticks because he likes the aesthetic

[@reecehayden7731]

TXchadTX I lolled

[@mazing32able]

you made me shit myself

[@tommasoascari2706]

as if the sandals look any good

[@mysteriousgaming473]

Bro to be honest in my country sandles are normal. Even if you're wearing a jacket. So who knows??

[@ronaldo3888]

HAHAHAHAHAHAHA

[@alanwhite7912]

If it's cold enough for 3 layers on top you need socks!

[@syedabood6892]

"Let's give this man a thick sweater on top of this shirt." Me: oh cool, this would be a great outfit for colder weather days. "And if you're feeling brave, let's throw some leather sandals on." Lolwut

[@x1s44]

Do these look good if you're ugly?

[@victorbeltran7116]

lol I can't stop laughing at your comments

[@johnathanlang7666]

lmfao!!

[@Joeyblannn]

HAHAHHAHAHA comedy gold bro

[@amanworthy]

I'm going to wear a jean jacket to a job interview, but because I feel like I'm too casual, instead of taking off the jean jacket, I'm going to put a double breasted jacket over it. I didn't get the job.

[@xfusion2012]

Lol

[@jarrodrush6277]

Of course you should always dress like a gentleman to any and all job interviews

[@jerrymathers5462]

amanworthy Surprised you didn't get the job. I'd have thought the denim might "pop", a la the white undershirt.

[@herrbrucvald6376]

+amanworthy Perhaps you should have used a past tense in first sentence? Perhaps you didn't get the job unrelatedly to your clothing? Perhaps I have too much time on my hands?!

[@amanworthy]

***** I remember a comedian telling a joke about people who felt the need to correct other peoples grammar as if it actually pertained to the situation. I think the punchline was, they're friends don't like to invite them to places anymore.

[@PnRoll]

He always comes up something great but he has to throw in that last bit of detail that fucks everything up. Like the sandals, the gilet, the fringed brogues and that double breasted over the denim jacket. last one was fine tho

[@jamesclark4099]

+Evan Shang The bag messes with me too. Everytime I see a bag I'm like wtf?

[@BenArthur]

+Evan Shang totally agreed!

[@cameronw6259]

+Evan Shang first one is fine with the sneakers

[@BenArthur]

cameron whitton fine at best though, the shirt is strange, as is the sweater

[@jamesbenn9632]

Mr Porter videos always have such amazing recorded voice over

[@jerrymathers5462]

When he left that t-shirt on for a "pop of white..." sheer genius! I will try that tomorrow, as I have dozens of white undershirts just waiting to pop.

[@pierslunnon-wood1001]

Step 1; remove any sense of masculine style by applying Aphrodite's sandals and a hand bag.

[@ArkansasRed2012]

Piers Lunnon-Wood, three years later and this comment still makes me laugh!

[@romancg]

1st step: Have a model's body.

[@sikaman9]

Your excuse for not having is?

[@GrumpyStormtrooper]

fucking buy clothes that fit you then, dude. this is such a stupid excuse.

[@GeneralWang]

Anyone knows What's the background music everytimes please? Wanna listen them when I take a bath

[@razielmontoya8662]

Me gusta muy buenos consejos y faciles de enteder, gracias.

[@luisfernandocharasepulveda1461]

my favorite is the Classic update. pretty cool and symple. which is the best sox option yo wear chinos??? Greetings from Colombia

[@yeahthatsright33]

Love these 5 ways to wear videos. I hope they come back!

[@yeahthatsright33]

Absolutely love these looks.

[@marlandostewart3823]

love all the looks especially look 3

[@dutinaegoro5310]

I really admire your work mr porter. Kudos

[@jasminderpinder]

Really enjoying this 'Five Ways' series. More Mr. Porter, please and thanks.

[@530horace]

Where can I get that pair of monk strap-loafer-brogue hybrid shoes featured in the 3rd look?

[@joejobzor]

perfect timing, i needed this video.

[@samwilliams6820]

I had to get changed for a job interview, but instead of removing my denim jacket I put on a blazer, and turned up to the interview wearing sneakers. I didn't get the job.

[@fvanbahtar]

cheers to that man.haha

[@barbie6153]

Love all the looks.

[@Leonsanti93]

Last look definitely my style. Question, can brogues be worn year round?

[@Bluellow]

would these combinations also apply to navy suit trousers/pants?

[@vaishakhg]

I don’t care what other people say, I loved all these looks. Admittedly, some were a little bold for my taste but they showed how far I could push my navy chinos.

[@colluslong5691]

Love it!!

[@SamuelLopez-wd5ez]

Excelentes ideas

[@ryanmulhern123]

Very cool looks all round and the 'SHOP' feature in the description is very helpful.

[@ULATAN.]

WTF was that Denim Jacket doing under that blazer at the end of look #4?!

[@jasminderpinder]

Agreed. Cool looks all round and I wear a lot of blue. My favs though were looks #1, #4 and #5. The double breasted jacket was a cool touch and I loved the shirts in 4 and 5; I would wear to show them more. I really like this series and look forward to more.

[@alexanderevans26]

Fantastic to show how to re use a classic piece

[@koolkat214]

The shirt in look 4 was beautiful!

[@mcnuonuo]

5th look is my favorite. It's brilliant to make the shirt not too loud but still made something happen

[@PresbianTier]

Yep that one and the 3rd look were cool with me.

[@nicolastheophanous6688]

whats the brand of the shirt on look 2?

[@chipocle13]

Really classy. All gold.

[@Buddychigo]

Look #3 is my favorite!

[@jmvine2815]

Perfection!

[@dontcare5070]

can someone tell me where to get that white mao collar shirt in the first look? cheers xxx

[@snaavs]

Yup definitely need 4 layers to make it from the car park / subway stop to my destinations

[@yeahthatsright33]

don't care what anyone says, I love these 5 ways to wear videos. I wish you guys made even more!

[@mazing32able]

shut up thats what i say

[@mguerrrero]

mazing32able lmaooo

[@bcbbysausage]

5 ways to wear a mid-length trench coat please? (honey colour please?)

[@007venturecapital]

I really like 3 & 5 - Does anyone know the background music?

[@Dadee3]

These videos are dope.

[@waikeongchan]

I live in Malaysia. 30 degrees Celsius around the year!

[@naheelnadeem5067]

very nice

[@SamuelLopez-wd5ez]

Me gusta mucho el look 3

[@itsjustdorian8927]

Good God Mr Porter all this Prada and super high brands love the channel can't afford half of the stuff lmao I'll just use it for inspiration

[@LG-vc2ln]

Third outfit was definitely the best

[@jimhughes5255]

I need more of these 5 ways to wear, one fore 5 pairs of shoes perhaps?

[@MrJanKarlsson]

How long should this kind of trousers be?

[@AbovetheanklesCoUk1]

the classic update & weekend lunch are definitely my favourites, the rest, definitely not me!

[@TheNicGonzalez]

I have a couple look books on my guys style channel! Guess I need some new chino's!

[@MrTerryferns]

What’s the music playing in the background? Can’t get it out of my head...

[@martingravely2534]

what song is this

[@purrup1]

this dude can stand REALLY damn still

[@bubbie23jw]

My fav is look 3

[@huntertill2692]

MRPORTER, I have a question, when you decide to go with no socks isn't bad for your feet? Cause I really like the look, but I'm afraid it might hurt my feet lol

[@ztrinx1]

Not if it is a quality shoe that fits you. I like the look, too. But I don't like the way it feels, which is why I use ankle socks. FYI, if you wanna go for the no socks look, you should definitely use some talcum powder to avoid sweaty, sticky, smelly etc. feet.

[@ispahan5842]

what sneakers brand did he say at 1:13?

[@simonwilder4535]

Lanvin

[@sophanconnguoi]

I'd say it's all about the fabric. Thinner fabric of cotton and/or linen will do just fine. Check out J.Crew and Target, they have tons of good stuff for layering.

[@danielcustard]

The Classic Update ftw

[@omarsalih3208]

love the first look the most...you have great ideas. can you make somthing about black chinos and darker washed jeans ! thanks

[@Jamaghost]

I like the styles, I just don't like the chino model: too short. Wouldn't it be better if they were just a bit longer, just as to touch and maybe cover a bit the higher part of the shoes?

[@Bakedchatato]

I think that part of the reason that they do so much layering is to show the versatility. Anybody can pair a nice pair of chinos and a white shirt if it gets a bit hot but with this you can have all of the layer you want if it's a bit cool but if you start taking the layers off it still remains congruent,

[@Puzzoozoo]

You usually tuck your button shirt bottom into your trousers, and socks are usually worn inside shoes.

[@ShizukaYuukiko]

I don't really like sandals, but that first one looks amazing.

[@dexterhard]

any of those outfits at the Walmart George

[@jimmymerc5212]

i live in Singapore. Similar weather to yours =.\

[@geraldgerald123]

WELL THATS NICE MR PORTTER

[@vettefever67]

Can't help but wonder. What do guys with bigger quads do in this situation?

[@thisisfiras]

We go to a tailor and taper the pants:)

[@PlatyMoose1]

Firas M. tapered trousers look ridiculous on a more muscular man, they take away from a balanced silhouette and make you look top heavy. go for a straight leg... in my opinion of course.

[@thisisfiras]

PlatyMoose1 That I agree on! I have broad shoulders and muscular legs but I'm pretty thin anyway so it works for me.

[@TheGiantBunnysaid]

Simple white/pink/grey t-shirt or button shirt, with brown belt and matching colored shoes.

[@fire5736]

Number 3 is very me, being a 'country gentleman' haha ;D number 4 isn't too bad either, and I could wear number five perhaps with a tie.

[@Jamaghost]

Number 3 is really cool. I also like a lot number 1: not really too casual, but very relaxed.

[@dompelito]

I choose the classic update

[@ViZillHD]

where are the chinos from?

[@tomasbednar7677]

They are all made in Chino.

[@TheEcon20]

Mr Porter what is your life

[@thehumblegent]

Five ways to be a pretentious turd... 1. Pronounce words with D at the end, instead of T, i.e. 'It starded off here...' or 'sophisticaided' constantly. 2. Suggest a bag by the designer Matra Kosimbo for 'pottering around', for example going to the corner shop to buy a Pot Noodle, or a scratch card. 3. Casually reference lots of obscure Japanese designers, or better still, make some up. Mojî Moshotiwa works well this season. 4. Say 'no sock' instead of 'no socks' and 'pop' a shirt. 5. Have a vacuous jazz Muzak track playing in the background for added pretentiousness. So thanks for reading my five ways to be a pretentious turd, and I hope you've found something that works for you.

[@vackrakristaller]

If you don't like it, wonderful news, you don't have to watch it.

[@thehumblegent]

But by that rationale, how would I know if I liked it? I have to watch it to discover if I like it. As it turns out, I liked it, but probably for different reasons than you. The 'wonderful news' comment. Does it mean wonderful news to me, or you?

[@thehumblegent]

***** Thank you, and may your God reward you too. Preferably in the shape of a comfy, casual yet sophisticaided style shirt with a pop of yellow by P'ataga Dorï'ani that costs around £1409. Peace/Love

[@Mike_Jones281]

Wow!!!!!!!

[@NotoriousRID94]

One of the best KZbin comments ever. Congratulations sir

[@joshuaandrosebartley896]

I would love to be able to afford to dress this way! Lol.

[@MJin03]

It's all about textures, colours and patterns. This is the link between run way and everyday mainstream trends. "Fashion" like this is to showcase more practical combinations and variations of styles which people can see and experience. When a combination is well received by more people it starts to become the trend which is accepted by the mainstream. In the whole video he kept saying "try this", "I think this" or "I feel this". Never did he say you must wear this jacket with this shirt and then these shoes. For example in no.2, if you like the denim shirt style with this chino but not the quilted gilet then don't wear the gilet. He is suggesting that denim shirts and gilets are more suitable for a casual stroll in the park as opposed to a blazer. These are not "set outfits" with set rules like a suit. People who think this is gay is completely missing the point of this. He suggests tone, textures and layers which he think could work together interestingly but it's up to you on how you really want to wear any of it.

[@GuillaumeRx]

+MJin03 You should be top comment...

[@rtohiu9632]

Fucking finally

[@PhilipThornesStudio]

I'm kinda like it

[@duckbrew]

Sandals at 0:56 Nah...just nah

[@nirvana922]

duck brewster wtf are those things holy shit

[@laurajamesburgess6891]

My issue with all of the 5 ways is that nearly all the clothes are so ill fitting short jackets strange gaps between shirts jumpers and jackets

[@anthonygarcia2347]

Make a five ways to wear khakis or light brown chinos

[@immaculatezulu]

curious how we are not told how much any of these items cost...

[@austinzizzi1142]

Can’t say I like a single one of these looks

[@moviedude22]

High-waters are back in style?

[@queenzlink247]

I'd die of a heat stroke wearing these outfits where I live.

[@AlainCorona]

Me too. However with those Jesus sandals our feet will stay nice and cool...so there's that.

[@MatthewJBD]

Those sandals hahahahahaha

[@mickeysealtoe9719]

Mr. Porter please FIRE this guy. He's like the LAPD 'out of control'.

[@saizulk]

No.3 tops all of them.

[@anthonyroland8001]

I love the looks on 5 ways to wear. My only issue is the layering. I know the weather in the UK is very unpredictable and cool, but I live in Dallas, TX. It's hot in the summer and spring. The layers wouldn't work here. Would it be possible to show some looks for people who live in warmer climates?

[@lukewarm711]

+1 Australia here.

[@aagm.]

Surprised (somewhat) to see so much hate in the comments. Even if it isn't your style, you can appreciate the point of the video which is to show the versatility of the piece. They're looks to get you thinking about your own personal style - now, if you guys can do better, be my guest. There's a reason he says "if you're feeling brave" and when I read the anti-homosexuality comments I just know I'm dealing with morons. Thank you to the people who made this video. I was actually looking up the director's IG but couldn't find it easily.

[@TJTroupe]

who made the double breasted blazer at the end of look 4?

[@NickYungkit]

Well hey there fellow Msian! :D

[@KPurge]

Whats up with the purse?

[@chefkdowg]

The third was the only one that worked

[@blipblopification]

The sandals in look one were awesome, as was the gilet in look two

[@antonc108]

Slippers are a measurement of braveness?

[@AlexanderJohnLee]

white socks were missing from those sandals.........

[@runmvp]

The 3rd look its more close to my taste. without the purse of course.

[@geomichael1]

Im in love with the sandals looks like a roman type sandal which is awesome. But the upper wear looks a tad out of context in this century.