Trousers Knowledge Centre
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Trousers Knowledge Centre
Everything behind a great pair of trousers -- fabric, cut, construction and fit -- in ten plain-English hubs.
Trousers sit between tailoring and casualwear, and fabric, rise and leg shape decide how they feel and look. These ten hubs give you the full vocabulary so you can buy the right trousers with confidence.
Trouser Types
Chinos, tailored, cargo and jogger explained
Construction
Waistbands, pleats, linings and hems
Materials & Fabrics
Cotton twill, wool, linen and technical cloth
Performance
Stretch, breathability and weather resistance
Measurements & Fit
Fits, rise and the key measurements
Waistband & Finishing
Fastenings, pockets, hems and finishes
Care
Washing, pressing and storing by fabric
Buying Guide
Fabric, fit and occasion decided
Sustainability
Responsible fibres and standards
Brand Technologies
How the brands we stock make trousers
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