If your trousers are part of a lightweight suit, you might even consider wearing the shirt underneath a blazer when summer wedding season hits, with a pair of penny loafers or horse-bit slippers.

Grey Trouser Checklist

Fabric

For one of anything to work in multiple ways, it needs to be versatile. In the case of grey trousers, that means opting for light to medium weight wool in a plain, matte weave. “You’ve heard it many times, but wool really does keep you cool in summer and warm in winter,” says Toby Lamb, design and brand director of Savile Row tailor Richard James.

Fit

One size rarely fits all, but in this case, one fit might. “Slim but not skinny is most flattering,” says Reiss menswear director, Alex Field. “Make sure you feel comfortable around the waist and seat area, and that the knee and hem are tapered for a contemporary feel.”

Cut

Any man who has ever poured himself into skinny jeans one season, only to be saved by wide-leg trousers the next knows that trending cuts often change, but now is the time for consistency. Stick to flat-fronted trousers with a medium rise over anything pleated or high-waisted. “What you want is a classic style that is going to remain untroubled by the vagaries of fashion,” explains Lamb.

Length

When it comes to a trouser length that can fly with sneakers as well as Derbies, the aim is to hit the sartorial sweet spot. “A slither of ankle looks smart with a shoe or loafer but equally cool with a sneaker,” says Field. “You might try a turn-up, but be warned that this doesn’t always work for formal situations.”

Care Instructions

Any garment worn for consecutive days is going to need some TLC, but keeping your threads fresh is made easier when you shop smart. Look for a pure wool or wool-blend fabric that can withstand being ironed every other day and thrown in the wash at the end of the week.