What to wear chinos with | Chinos and shirt
What to Wear Chinos With?
What to wear chinos with (or chino pants in US) is a common asked question in the context of specific occasions. One can be conscious that they don’t want to be neither overdressed or under dressed.
We are focusing on the chinos and shirt option as this offers the most versatility. If you coordinate the right colours along with one of our polos or tailored shirts you can successfully navigate every situation.
We will share our top eight chino and shirt outfit options for you to consider for wardrobe outfit that range from casual to smart. Further we will also consider layering up options to create a complete outfit.
We will also give advice on the best shoes to accompany each outfit, sourced from British shoe maker Cody Co and London.
To start we will give more information about or British made chinos and shirts
About Our Chino Collection
Our chino collection currently consists of ten colours including popular navy, beige and stone options along with exciting colours like red and tobacco. Each pair of chinos is traditionally styled with front slanted pockets and rear pocket flaps and are hand cut and made to order at our Suffolk factory. We source only the finest materials that are then carefully sewn together by first class British tailors and seamstresses.
Our chinos are made from cloth supplied by British mill Brisbane Moss and are mostly cotton with just a small amount of elastane that stretches in just the right places to make the trousers extra comfortable to wear.
The Perfect Fitted Chinos
Our chinos along with our corduroy and moleskin trousers are part of our online create your own trousers. This offers men a real alternative to a made to measure pair of trousers, but at a fraction of the cost with the added benefit to being delivered to your door. We offer UK delivery on all orders.
About Our Shirt Collection
Like our chinos, we offer a wide selection of shirt colours and patterns including white, blue and pink along with popular checks and stripes. We have shirts that cater for all occasions from our formal double cuff shirts to Oxford button down shirts and our popular linen collection. We also do a selection of tailored polo shirts.
Made in England
All our chinos, shirts, accessories along with all our clothing on our website is hand cut and made in England at our Suffolk factory. Designed by founder Paul Brown, we focus on creating beautifully crafted products that will last a lifetime and become your go to items in your wardrobe. We don’t do fast fashion and believe firmly in sustainability. Clothing should be seen as an investment.
Special offer
While we do not offer a sale on our chinos as they are made to order, you can benefit from 10% off all our British made clothing if you apply discount code: MAKEITBRITISH on our basket page. We also offer free UK delivery on all orders.
Chino and Shirt Outfits
Outfit 1: Navy Chinos with Pink Shirt
One of our favourite outfits is of course our navy chinos outfit with pink shirt as they contrast each other really well. The Dunwich pink tailored shirt is finished with the popular “queue at the zoo” Liberty print inside the collar and cuffs. We also use contrasting buttonholes and sustainably sourced corozo buttons from British button makers Courtney & Co.
Shoes: You can’t go wrong with brown Chelsea boots
Verdict: A smart outfit that can be dressed up. If you are interested in layering up complete the outfit with our wax cotton navy field jacket.
Outfit 2: Beige Chinos with Blue Oxford Shirt
Our men beige chinos outfit with the blue oxford shirt is the perfect all year round combination that will ensure you will look fantastic for every occasion. The beige and blue work nice together and the button down collar signals smart without being too formal.
Shoes: Tan loafers are always a first choice.
Verdict: The all round winner
Outfit 3: Red Chinos with White Shirt
You can’t beat a crisp tailored white shirt and our Bucklesham is no exception. Finished in a beautiful Oxford cloth with paisley contrast and grey corozo buttons, this shirt is a statement in itself. Coupled with our bold red chinos and moleskin bomber this a great option for those men with the confidence to pull it off.
Shoes: Blue loafers make a great contrast to the red and white.
Verdict: If you have the confidence, then this is you next outfit
Outfit 4: Stone Chinos with Navy linen shirt
For those looking for summer sun and need an effortlessly cool outfit for the evening you will not be disappointed with our men stone chinos and navy linen shirts. The navy linen shirt is finished with contrasting striped fabric inside the collar and cuffs which lends the outfit a nautical feel.
Shoes: Tan loafers or desert shoes
Verdict: You can’t go wrong, but remember it is for summer occasions.
Outfit 5: Black Chinos with Grey Shirt
Without doubt our most formal option, our black chinos with grey shirt is a great option for business and work wear. The grey poplin has a luxurious feel and touch to it and like the pink Dunwich shirt is finished with the popular “queue at zoo” Liberty print that brightens up the whole outfit. If you want to layer up further then
consider our grey gilet and black trench coat.
Shoes: Always smart black shoes
Verdict: Definitely for formal and work occasions
Outfit 6: White Chinos with Blue Linen shirt
The ultimate summer outfit. Our men white chinos look fantastic with our blue striped linen shirt. If you are worried about a spot of rain then layer up with our navy trench coat.
Shoes: Brown or navy loafers. Do not wear trainers
Verdict: Summer only and you need confidence to pull this outfit off
Outfit 7: Lovat Green Chinos with Denim Shirt
Our most casual chinos and shirt outfit this is definitely for the weekend. If the weather is a little warmer feel free to roll up the shirt sleeves.
Shoes: Smart trainers
Verdict: Casual attire!
Outfit 8: Brown Chinos with Blue Shirt
Our chocolate brown chinos definitely lean towards a more formal outfit and look great with a blue shirt and printed cotton tie. This a formal alternative to black trousers.
Shoes: Has to be brown shoes
Verdict: Alternative to black chinos!
Outfit 9: Grey Chinos with Blue Polo
Grey chinos are a very versatile option that can easily be dressed up and down. For a great men
grey chinos outfit we have styled them with our popular light blue cotton polo shirt with contrast Liberty print under the collar.
Shoes: Shoes and smart trainers work. We suggest grey or cream
Verdict: A great all rounder chinos option and real alternative to navy or beige chinos.
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Conclusion
Chinos and shirts combined the right way will create the perfect outfit for every occasion. It is important to consider your shape and skin colour to make sure the colours you choose complement you and don’t wash you out which can often happen if you have very pale skin. Also consider the climate and how you can successfully layer the outfit to cater for changing weather conditions.
Frequently asked questions
Do you offer slim fit chinos?
We do offer the option of slim fit chinos in all colours.
Are chinos same as chino pants?
Chinos and pants are the same product.
Can you wear chinos with a shirt?
Most definitely and you can increase the level of formality by selecting the right type of shirt i.e. a double cuff or button down.
Do you sell pink chinos?
We do not offer pink chinos, but do manufacture pink shirts and polos.
What goes well with chino pants?
We recommend a tailored shirt or polo with chino pants. With regards to shoes we recommend loafers as an all round option.
Why chinos are better than jeans?
Our men stretch chinos are a lighter weight with a smoother weave compared to our denim mens indigo jeans. They are without doubt more comfortable to wear and much better suited to warmer climates. They also will add a level of formality to an outfit that jeans cannot ever achieve. It is always worth having a few colour chinos in your wardrobe.
How many pairs of chinos should I own?
We recommend at least two pairs; one navy and a tan colour as this will cover all bases. If you are wearing them for work then you will need to invest in more pairs. If you want something different without being too bold then consider grey or tobacco chinos.
What colour chinos are best?
Depends on many factors but as a rule of thumb you cannot go wrong with a good navy or beige pair of chinos as they complement almost every outfit.
A good alternative to navy or beige is grey, stone, lovat and tobacco as they are very versatile without being too bold.
If you are looking for a really formal option than consider our black or chocolate brown chinos
If you are feeling bold then consider white or
red chinos.
How do you wear a black shirt with chinos?
If you are planning on wearing a black shirt we recommend navy or lovat chinos as they make a good contrast.
Should I iron chinos?
The amount of ironing your chinos will require depends on what you do with them after they come out of the washing machine. We recommend hanging them immediately which will help remove the biggest creases. You then want to iron on medium heat on the inside. Lay them flat as they should not have a crease down the front.
Never tumble dry your chinos and put them on a 30 degree wash.
Special offer
While we do not offer a sale on our chinos as they are made to order, you can benefit from 10% off all our British made clothing if you apply discount code: MAKEITBRITISH on our basket page. We also offer free UK delivery on all orders.
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