8 Types Of Pants Every Man Should Have In His Wardrobe

Cool sneakers, comfy jackets, oversized t-shirts, and crisp shirts have always been integral to men’s fashion. But what about the pants? In order to create a versatile wardrobe collection you’ve got to own a range of different pants styles to suit just about any occasion. More importantly, you’ve got to mix and match them perfectly to create a myriad of looks; from casual and cool to sophisticated and suave. There are different types of pants for men that work best for office wear, athleisure, lounging and formal functions. To help you elevate your ensemble with ease, we’ve rounded up the 8 different styles of pants for men that you need to have in your rotation.

Cargo Pants

From Kartik Aryan to Ayushmann Khurana, we’ve spotted some of our favourite Bollywood celebrities sporting cargo pants, proving that they’ve made a major comeback. In 2023, cargo pants have pockets that are shaped and sized in all kinds of stylish and clever ways. They are available in feel good fabrics and have defining details like adjustable belts. In short, they’re better than they’ve ever been. Pair them with an oversized round neck tee for a more casual look, or layer it with a jacket for a more pronounced one.

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Corduroy Pants

Thick and durable, corduroy bottoms are an under-appreciated pair of pants that need to find a spot in your closet. Owing to its thickness and cosy feel, corduroy pants often finds a place in men’s winter wardrobes. Corduroy fabric has a similar look and feel like denims, but it is much lighter compared to denim. Once considered ideal only for formal occasions, when styled right corduroy pants look just as great with a solid colour tee and jacket, as they do with a blazer and a crisp shirt.

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Linen Trousers

Simple, breathable and lightweight, linen trousers are ideal for summer. Many of our favourite brands like Linen Club and Blackberrys are making you a pair to help you get through the warmer months. have also been seen sporting this relaxed fit and have styled these pants in an effortlessly cool way. When it comes to pairing, cotton shirts are a classic and timeless choice. For a more modern look, combine your linen pants with a blazer. Pair your linen trousers with a polo neck t-shirt and loafers or wear it the formal way with a crisp dress shirt and blazer.

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Cotton Chinos

Whether you’re dressing up or down, a pair of chinos is sure to come in handy. Cotton chinos are supremely versatile. This makes them a wardrobe staple for most men to be able to create a relaxed yet dapper outfit for every day and occasion. If you’re heading to work, pair it with a shirt and blazer; or if you’re hanging out with friends, wear it with a t-shirt, your options are numerous.

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Jeans

This style of pants need no introduction. Jeans have been a wardrobe staple for years, and hold an irreplaceable spot in every closet. Straight fit, loose, skinny, or slim fit, there’s multiple options to choose from. Pair it with a shirt, tee, sweatshirt, or even kurtas, jeans are sure to work with all these options and more.

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Joggers

The ultimate relaxed type of pants that look stylish yet feel uber comfortable. Like sweatpants, but with a slimmer fitting, joggers are a non-negotiable now. Thanks to the good old work-from-home days, joggers have gotten their much-deserved spot in men’s wardrobes, owing to its unmatched comfort. From Vicky Kaushal to Ranbir Kapoor, we’ve spotted them all pairing a baggy sweatshirt with their joggers to ace their airport look. Running errands or going for a jog? A good pair of joggers work for both! Pair it with t-shirts, sweatshirts, or even tank tops and jackets to ace the street style look.

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Pleated Trousers

When Ralph Lauren brought back baggy pleated trousers, he knew what he was doing! These types of pants from the 1930s have made a comeback like no other. Pleats were never just limited to women’s skirts, dresses, and trousers. Pleated trousers were considered a go-to option for formal wear back in the day. Now considered as a more casual option, we’ve spotted Harry Styles in pleated trousers both on and off the red carpet in pop coloured ones. Nail your pleated trousers look by pairing them with a tank top, matching over-shirt, and chunky sneakers.

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Dress Pants / Suit Trousers

This pair of bottom wear, as the name suggests, falls under the formal and/or office wear category. Also called dress trousers, this type of pants come in high-waisted, straight, slim, and relaxed fits. Pick a solid colour dress shirt and form-fitting blazer to pair with these trousers, or be experimental by pairing these pants with more casual options.

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