A price and style comparison
Put simply, a pair of pleated chinos just looks fresh in 2025. There's an air of old school prep mixed with a modern, boxy silhouette that's popping right now. With a sea of flat-front chinos still walking around out there, these fuller-cut, pleated styles give you a leg up while providing plenty of leg room. If you haven't tried out a wide-leg style yet, pull on a pair and revel in the comfort, and notice how the extra room allows your phone to rest more comfortably in your pocket. As for who makes the best pair for your money, we tested out a few popular brands and came away with our top three to consider.
• Made in Japan from a vintage-inspired fabric that's 98% cotton and 2% polyurethane
• Double pleats with flap coin pocket at the waist
• A relaxed fit, with tapered legs and stitched cuffs at the ankles
• Slash pockets on the back
$140 by Beams Plus
• Made from a stretch cotton blend with 3% elastane for added ease of movement and finished with genuine horn buttons
• Double micro-pleats are more streamlined than other pairs
• Fabric is garment dyed, giving it a soft handle and subtly faded finish
• Pairs with a matching jacket to make a suit
$240 by Mr P.
• Made from a cotton blend fabric with 2% elastane that's been garment-dyed for a rich, saturated color
• Single pleats with flap coin pocket at the waist
• Designed with a longer rise, the fit is relaxed through the thigh and tapered at the ankle
• Finishing details include stitched cuffs and an “X” belt loop at the back
$165 by Alex Mill
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