When it comes to fall staples, trenches, sweaters and jeans usually spring to mind. But we’re about to advocate for a write-in candidate: khakis. The neutral pants are back in fashion as evidenced by the numerous pairs spotted on the streets during the Spring 2019 shows.
And we’re not talking about your traditional trousers. From elongated pockets to colorful cuffs and deconstructed details, khakis now come in a wide range of silhouettes. Plus, super wide-leg versions are trending. While colors can vary from the lightest beige to a deep brown, they all qualify as neutrals. But that doesn’t mean they’re the easiest look to pull off.
The trick to styling these not-so-classic khakis is to balance your proportions. If the pair you pick boasts roomy legs, pair it with a fitted tee or top. If you favor a slimmer cut, find some that feature a standout accent like an exposed pocket or colored hem, then pair it with a chunky sweater that you can half tuck into your pants.
And don’t be afraid of khaki-on-khaki looks. Think of it as the new double denim and layer a statement trench over neutral slacks for a cohesive yet fashion-forward feel.
Now that you’ve been notified of the khaki renaissance, you need to be properly outfitted. Ahead, 19 decidedly 2018 pairs you’ll want to live in this season.
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Khakis for Fall 2018
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Zara
Pants With Voluminous Pockets, $69.90 at Zara
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Mango
Detachable Belt Trousers, $79.99 at Mango
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Lazy Oaf
Wide Leg Pants With Checkerboard Stripe Detail, $119 at ASOS
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MM6 Maison Margiela
Utility-Pocket Cotton Chino Trousers, $485 at Matches Fashion
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Nanushka
Cargo Pants, $316 at Nanushka
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Tommy Jeans
90s Capsule 5.0 Chinos, $108 at ASOS
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Urban Outfitters
Authentic Cargo Pant, $69 at Urban Outfitters
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COS
Wide Tapered Trousers, $115 at COS
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Ganni
Hewson Pants, $205 at Ganni
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Palmer//Harding
Sundance Cotton-Blend Wide-Leg Trousers, $530 at Matches Fashion
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Sea
Kamille High-Rise Cotton-Blend Trousers, $375 at Matches Fashion
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Anthropologie
Blythe Wide-Leg Pants, $128 at Anthropologie
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The Frankie Shop
Beige Denim Pleated Front Pants, $125 at The Frankie Shop
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Genuine People
Loose Cuffed Trousers, $150 at Genuine People
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Urban Renewal
Remade Cropped Surplus Pant in Tan, $59 at Urban Outfitters
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Genuine People
Cotton Pleat Wide Leg Belted Pants, $160 at Genuine People
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Urban Outfitters
Lucia Belted Trouser Pant, $79 at Urban Outfitters
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Zara
ZW Premium Sergeant Chino Pants in Camel, $69.90 at Zara
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Ulla Johnson
Rhodes Trousers, $360 at Shopbop
