The Rise Of A Classic?

One of the best (and worst) things about fashion is that it is constantly changing and evolving. Each season brings with it a raft of new trends and looks to add to our wardrobe, yet increasingly, old favorites – those items that are often considered timeless – are subtly reinvented or updated under the radar.

We here at FashionBeans have always been vocal advocates of a classic and versatile approach to dressing. Although this ethos centers on building a capsule wardrobe full of pieces that never fall out of style and undergo minimal changes from one season to the next, some items that fit into this philosophy have taken time to cement themselves as staples.

These pieces often spend a couple of years on the periphery of fashion’s consciousness before going mainstream. We saw it four or five years ago with the rise of chinos and brogues, and more recently loafers, tweed and even sports coats/blazers went through the same process. In fact, the majority of the pieces we now consider to be timeless and classic have only become wardrobe staples in the last half decade, coinciding with the explosion of the men’s fashion industry.

And now it seems tailored trousers are set to become the newest member of this exclusive club…

Suit Trousers vs Tailored Trousers

It’s important at this stage to differentiate between tailored trousers and suit trousers. These terms are often used interchangeably, but in the predominantly smart-casual context we will be discussing them today, they are definitely two separate entities.

If you want to begin incorporating tailored trousers into your everyday wardrobe it’s imperative there is a clear separation between your work and off-duty styles. It should never look like you’ve worn your suit trousers by mistake – it’s an easy trap to fall into and will make any casual outfit instantly appear stuffy or uptight.