Chinos are a great addition to the preppy look for a man. Discover how to wear the correctly with this guide from Purple Eagle, Dress Sense Agency for Men. www.purpleeagle.net

1. Chinos for the Preppy Look By Purple Eagle, Dress Sense Agency for Men

2. Chinos Chinos compliment the preppy look with ease. Made from cotton twill, chinos originated in the 1800s and grew popular in America the 1900s. Banana Republic

3. Preppy Look Chinos are especially suited to partnering with polo shirts, blazers, loafers and cardigans. Ralph Lauren

4. Choosing Your Chinos Chinos can be confused with khakis. However they do not have pleats and they are tapered at the bottom of the leg. Hackett

5. Pulling a Look Together Why not try chinos with a suede loafer, a crisp shirt and a stylish blazer. Alternatively, polo shirts or a dressier shirt without a jacket. From www.thesatorialist.blogspot.com

6. Purple Eagle Recommends Chinos are often offered in bright colours like red, pink, deep blur or picnic green. Aim for classic colours instead. Avoid P-Colours (parrot colours). Banana Republic, Gant, Polo Ralph Lauren, Burberry, Hackett, Tommy Hilfiger and Cordins offer a good selection of chinos from £50 to £150. Gant

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