Haversack have never been ones to keep things slim and here they are again, showing us the way forward with these wide leg, loose fit chinos. We like the Olive variety, military feel without all the unnecessary pockets and tabs. Herringbone cotton twill, minimal in terms of detail. A no-fuss pair of trousers. Good stuff.

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German based, Closed, shows us their summer collection that’s now available at American Rag. The “Clifton Olive Pants” are a slim style trouser. The pants have a distressed look to the fabric for an added vintage aesthetic. They feature “two front slant pockets and two back welt pockets with tonal stitching.” Solid.

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Left Field produces some of the strongest chinos on the market. What makes them tops is their twills. For Spring 2011, they deliver four styles: “Japanese khaki twill (made from the same heavy-duty cotton twill used to make Japanese military garments), one organic olive twill, and two enzyme-washed organic cotton canvas models. Details are the same four all four pairs, and they include a Corozo button fly, front coin pocket, on-seam side pockets, buttoned back pockets.” We love the chambray pocket bags – made from Japanese fabrics of course. Made in Los Angeles.

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What is the 60/30 chino? In short, its Outlier’s reaction to the pursuit of the perfect pant. They modeled their latest chino in a military style, free of waistband. Pockets are made with a cotton linen blend for improved breath-ability. Added are key loops, a stash pocket and hidden front button – gentle reminders of Outlier’s forward thinking approach to traditional garments.

The 60/30 chino comes in tan and marine blue. We are partial to marine blue.

Detailed shots of the 60/30 chino from Outlier after the jump.

Orslow, a brand from Hyogo, Japan shows us their Spring 2011 Collection. From hardwash jeans and shirts to hardwashed chinos and oxfords, the collection really showed great detail in the pieces. The “Slim” chino pant was probably one of my favorites. Because the pants were “hardwashed” it gave a soft feel to the fabric. I was able to try it on and it fit amazing. A great pair of khakis for the summer months. It’s available at Orslow.

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We bet you think we’re posting these Dickies Chinos because of the Japanese selvedge fabric. Wrong. Your second guess might be our undying love of Americana. Also incorrect.

We’re posting these trousers because they have a “Machi” crotch insert providing greater range of motion and comfort. (And as reminded to go read Jason Dike’s recent feature).

The Dickies Oakwood Selvedge Chino comes in black and is based on the 874 work pant.

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Lining your chinos with a warm fabric is always a smart move in winter – buying them pre-lined is even smarter. Post Overalls have some gingham lined chinos that’ll do the job nicely, making sure you always look crispy but never get cold. (Bureau)

45RPM offers a interesting take on the short pants with these striped chino shorts”Woven shorts with a pinstriped pattern. Single-buttoned zipper fly. Side Pocket and 2 welted pockets on the back. Classic-fitting short constructed for lightweight durability and casual, polished style in refined cotton chino twill.” They are available now from the 45rpm online shop for 256$US. You can never go wrong with garments from 45rpm. The feel is impeccable.

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This isn’t new per se, but it is relevant for the season that’s just around the corner. Our relatively sparse postings on denim aren’t out of hate, it’s because we’re all such heavyweight denim wearers that shopping for new pairs is unnecessary. When it takes a year to break the pair you have, you’re not gonna be on the market for another pair, are you? But these denim chinos are perfect for the guy who loves his denim and doesn’t want to give them up just because it’s summer (i.e. us). As you’d expect from Albam it’s reasonably priced – we wonder why Albam biters bother when the original stuff is so affordable – at £85. (Albam)

We’re noted fans of Soulland here, they give pieces great quirky touches (remember that fedora cap?). What elevates these chinos above a pair of bog-standard chinos is the shade of blue – a few shades above the usual navy, but not so light that you look out of place wearing them in winter – and the pressing. We keep on hearing about how pressed trousers/chinos/jeans are due for a comeback, but this is our first time seeing it in a ‘real’ setting. We were on the fence with regards to this trend, but if they’re as good as these we’ll get behind it. (Azita)

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