3 Ways to Wear Corduroy Pants in 2024

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Maybe its name brings back some bad memories from elementary school… Don’t panic, today it’s with pleasure and style that we wear it. The corduroy pants have made their way into fashion shows and now seem to be taking a spot in our wardrobes! Let’s discover together 3 ways to wear them.

How to wear corduroy pants with style?

Yes, we’ve all gone through that phase in our youth where we would hide this corduroy pant whenever possible to avoid wearing it on the playground… But times are changing!

Long overlooked, this style has made a few more or less timid comebacks over the years. For this winter 2024, the corduroy pant seems to want to claim its revenge and has made a statement on the runways of the latest fashion shows, such as at Louis Vuitton.

Highly noted, the piece has appeared in various silhouettes. Both classic and modern in the way they are worn and paired. With straight, mom, oversized, or flared cuts… The pants have been showcased in gray, frozen brown, and other colorful touches, like red, a staple of the season. It adds a retro touch to the outfit or makes an impression in a total corduroy look.

Crafted with different textures, corduroy pants can charm those who prefer more fitted styles made mainly from cotton and polyester. While also appealing to those who lean towards looser and lighter pieces, incorporating fibers like elastane.

Also known as wale corduroy, we discover variations in the ribbed pattern, depending on the width of its wale columns (the stripes). Thus, depending on their thickness, the aesthetic of the pants will change.

How to create a vintage and casual look?

Here’s one way to wear corduroy pants, with a vintage vibe. Between a “bookshop visit” aesthetic and a London style for a Sunday stroll at Columbia Road Flower Market.

We create an outfit in seasonal shades, with a warm brown for the bottom. We opt for straight-cut corduroy pants with fine wale columns. We create a nice harmony with a touch of green, via a Barbour jacket or Ralph Lauren (whose café just opened in Paris!!). The collar creates a perfect color echo with the bottom. We complete the outfit with a pair of patent Dr. Martens, adding character to the whole look. A small pair of cream or white socks will match wonderfully. Just grab a tote bag in one hand and a book in the other, and you are ready to strut!

Which corduroy pants to choose for a slow life style?

If you are a fan of the slow life aesthetic and spend your summers in linen pants, good news: corduroy pants can take over while waiting for the return of sunny days!

While we often wrongly associate this material with discomfort, against all odds, corduroy can be very pleasant to wear! The key is to choose a textile that blends fibers promoting elasticity or softness.

To switch your calming spring-summer wardrobe for an autumn-winter one, keep similar shades. Stick to whites and creams, beiges, and light browns. Pair these corduroy pants with knitted sweaters or cashmere. For shoes, our beloved Birkenstocks are replaced with a lined version or a pair of low Uggs. A chunky scarf, long coat, and beanie complete the look.

How to create a chic outfit with corduroy pants?

Corduroy pants are not just for casual silhouettes. They can very well create an elegant and chic outfit, whether for a workwear look or a night out!

For this, we will favor more fitted cuts, which can incorporate a touch of originality like a slightly flared cut or high waists.

In terms of colors, black and white that are at the forefront of trends work wonderfully. For the more adventurous, pastel shades or bolder colors can also be chosen. It’s also possible to pair them with other current trends, like a tartan blazer.

As you can see, whether in sneakers or high heels, corduroy pants are a versatile piece that can be paired with many styles!

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