10 of the best masculine pants
For some years now, slim tailored pants have dominated as the smarter alternative to jeans. But recently we’ve been welcoming a transition towards looser-fitting, more masculine, easier silhouettes. The sweet spot can be hard to find, though. Essentially, what you’re looking for is a pair of pants that your father might have worn to a semi-formal garden party – if Ashley and Mary-Kate Olsen had been giving him wardrobe advice, that is.
How to style them? These pants are, quite literally, the perfect daytime piece, whether for work or play. Try adding a crisp white shirt to The Row’s design for the office, or go for Tibi’s more casual offering with sneakers and a tank. If you’re feeling the full workman vibe, throw on a tee, some boots and a boxy jacket, plus a feminine bag to stop it from veering into fancy dress.
We love the idea of subverting dressier norms and breaking out the masculine pants by night, too. Roll the hems, swap your restrained sandals for a pair of statement kitten heels and add high-impact jewelry.