The Chino's Fashion

First of all, what's with the name Chino? The name Chino is the Spanish term for Chinese, and it refers to the cotton twill fabric pants that are made with and in China. This fabric was originally used for military and work uniforms and was adopted by American style in the 20th century. Since it is mostly made in a khaki color and although it is being offered in a variety of other colors as well, the chino is usually confused with khaki pant.

As a cotton fabric the chino is a very comfortable and easy pants for spring, and can serve as a dressier style than for example Jeans and therefore can be used for a smart/ business casual dress code as well as for a relaxed weekend look.

Chinos come in their own range from casual to dressy these days, and some may not have the right look and fit to be dressed up at all. This is something one has to get a feel for when looking at the pants, but it’s usually quite obvious.

Fit. Always go for fit. Few things exude more confidence in a guy who knows how to wear chinos properly. Break out the measuring tape or go get measured by a professional if that’s what it takes – any pair of pants can get ruined by poor fit. Flat fronts are best for slimmer guys, and pleated can help streamline a guy with some extra pounds.

Move around a little before you buy. Look at them from all angles. Bend down and touch your toes. Raise your knees. They’re a slimmer pant, to be sure, but being partly synthetic, they should be stretchier and quite comfortable. And consider getting them fitted if necessary. It’s the best way to make sure they look nice and clean.

Avoid excess fabric that might make the pants look baggy, particular in the rise, around the hips, or on the butt. The shape of the legs is slightly more negotiable. Slimmer legs offer a sleeker look, but as long as the rest fits right, you can experiment with boot-cut and straight legs too.

Creyate offers these detailed customisations where one can get measured from their style stewards, choose from variety of fabrics and get that unique chino which is designed specially by you.One can be rest assured to get that perfect fit.

The diversity of the chino is a big advantage and is one of the main reasons it became so popular over the years, more so now with its current contemporary new look it fits into a variety of personal styles and dress codes. During the week day, your chino is a perfect fit for your business casual attire, a fitted cotton dress shirt in stripes or gingham with maybe a cotton tie or even a fun plaid bow-tie under a sport coat or a cotton blazer, paired with  leather loafers or some other form of leather shoes/boots will give a  professional look yet comfortable and stylish. For after hours and for a weekend easy, casual look, pair it with a chambray shirt or a striped long sleeve T (both with rolled up sleeves), accessorize with a vintage looking necklace, maybe even a hat? (if you insist on being trendy than go ahead and roll up your chino) and pair them with a fun casual looking sneakers like a colored converse, or a vintage style military boots.