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It is widely known and encouraged that every man should own one particular piece of clothing to complete his outfits; and that one item is a grey pair of trousers. Its neutrality makes it incredibly versatile, timeless and complimentary with almost any colour. From light grey trousers to darker, gun metal grey pants there is a shade of grey for everyone and every outfit.
Why Grey Trousers Are The Most Versatile Suit Pant
The consensus around men’s fashion and formalwear is sometimes to play it safe, and always wear trousers and a suit jacket that match in colour. However, we know better. Personal style can be so powerful, and you can find yours by mixing and matching your wardrobe to create unique looks that enhance your aesthetic without any extra effort.
Grey trousers are the perfect ‘throw on and walk out the door’ pants as well as the ideal ‘wedding guest’ trousers and also, your best ‘date night’ pants. How can one pair of trousers be so versatile, you ask? It’s all a part of their unquestionable appeal.
Grey trousers compliment any shirt colour quite nicely. Excluding grey itself, any shirt will pair with your grey trousers with ease. Suit jackets are often darker in colour, being the statement piece. However, if you do opt for a dark grey pair of trousers to be your new everyday choice we can guarantee that any suit jacket colour will work.
Shades of navy, green, black and brown all look incredibly sophisticated when worn over a pair of grey trousers, no matter the shade of grey. You can easily tie together your look with a tie, bowtie, pocket square, belt, watch or combination of the above.
Photo Source: AMI ParisBeyond their colour, we see a recent emergence in certain styles which lend themselves to a more formal attire.
For example, the old-money aesthetic lends itself to suit pants and luxurious outfits that have an air of ease and expense. Grey pants work with this immaculately, as grey pants can be worn with woollens or short-sleeved shirts and match all different neutral shades.
To put it simply, grey trousers look better, suit more outfits and are the best choice for those looking to upgrade or enhance their wardrobe. One small addition to your wardrobe, one giant leap for your style.
Dress to Impress No Matter the Occasion with a Pair of Grey Trousers
Photo source: PinterestTake your pair of grey trousers, and transform them into the epitome of sophistication with a few simple styling tips. Dark jackets offer a more flattering silhouette and an air of class that lighter colours can lack. By pairing your grey trousers with a navy or black suit jacket, you take your outfit up a level. Formal evening events and black tie events will see gentlemen in darker colours for a reason – their association with being as formal and official as possible. By wearing darker tones you too benefit from this association.
When you create an outfit using grey trousers and a dark navy suit jacket, you’re wearing something that is comfortable and unique while still benign inside the formalwear bubble. Grey trousers are the epitome of understated sophistication, allowing you to easily adjust your outfit to suit the occasion. Transition from a formal occasion to a casual date night seamlessly with your grey trousers, your new favourite piece of clothing. (Or soon to be.)
Briggins’ Favourite Way to Style Grey Trousers
There are a few outfits where a pair of grey trousers is unparalleled. Below are a few of our favourites:
- Dark grey trousers, navy suit jacket, light blue dress shirt, navy tie and brown loafers.
Photo source: Pini ParmLight grey trousers, chequered brown suit jacket, light green shirt, forest green tie and dark brown dress shoes.
- Dark grey trousers, forest green suit jacket, white shirt, fun tie or colourful scarf, black dress shoes or loafers
- Light grey trousers, black suit jacket, patterned light grey vest, black tie, soft blue shirt, black dress shoes
There really are endless combinations and style choices available to you when you build your outfit around grey trousers. You can easily make your trousers more casual with a T-shirt and sneakers, or layer up with a vest for the ultimate formal look. Embrace your nonchalant charm and turn the dial up on sophistication because, with grey trousers, you’ve just discovered the easiest way to look put together without any extra effort.
If you need some guidance on how best to style your own grey trousers, the consultants at Briggins are experts in just that – styling! Visit us in our showroom where our team can create your ideal wardrobe, tailor-made to fit your measurements and needs.
Different Types of Trousers
Before you take the plunge and grab your very own pair of grey trousers, there are a few design options to consider.
Firstly, pants created for suits look a little bit different than trousers created for tuxedos. Suit pants have a belt loop, while tuxedo pants have a side adjuster. While you can choose whichever is to your personal preference, suit pants do allow you to wear a belt with your outfits for that extra pop of colour and point of interest.
Trousers can also come in a variety of lengths, cuff sizes, and pleating options and can be high-waisted, low-waisted or somewhere in between.
Custom Made Grey Trousers – The Perfect Fit Every Time
Grey trousers are the every man’s trousers of choice – a comfortable option that feels safe and is more visually interesting than the reliable black pants. Your outfit choices are no longer your kryptonite with the power of grey trousers in your corner. Enhance this power with custom-made pants hand-tailored to your specific measurements from Briggins.
Tailor-made clothing has all the sophistication and class, with the added bonus of the perfect fit. Gone are the days of ill-fitting trousers; with Briggins on your team, your clothes will fit like a glove every single time. No matter your size or build, we can create custom-made trousers to fit you. With a variety of grey fabrics to choose from, we know there will be a material you love. Choose from different cuff sizes, silhouettes, and pleats you can guarantee your trousers are flattering, comfortable and suitable for your next event.
At Briggins, our in-house tailor works with you to design and craft your dream pair of trousers or suits. Visit our website today to see our range, or make a booking to visit us today.
Shake up your wardrobe and enjoy endless options with a pair of custom-made grey trousers from Briggins. Book a free, no-obligation consultation now!
