{"id":12012,"date":"2019-04-30T11:41:44","date_gmt":"2019-04-30T15:41:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/?p=12012"},"modified":"2025-03-08T00:38:48","modified_gmt":"2025-03-08T05:38:48","slug":"minimalist-pants-collection","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.themodestman.com\/minimalist-pants-collection\/","title":{"rendered":"The Minimalist Men’s Pants Collection (3 Examples)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Here’s a minimalist pants collection that will have you covered for pretty much any season and occasion.<\/p>\n

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How many pairs of pants do you actually need?<\/p>\n

10? 5? 2?<\/em><\/p>\n

I think most men can get away with owning just 5-8 pairs of pants, and in this article we’ll take a look at this minimalist collection<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n

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But first, why minimalism?<\/p>\n

Benefits of a Minimalist Wardrobe<\/h2>\n

Yes, minimalist is very trendy, and no, it’s not for everyone. Perhaps in response to the excessive lives many modern humans live, minimalism has become a sort of virtue.<\/p>\n

It almost feels like a competition sometimes. Who can survive with the fewest pairs of shoes?<\/p>\n

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I don’t think that sort of approach to minimalism makes sense, but I do think the philosophy can be helpful when applied to our closets.<\/p>\n

First off, having a minimalist clothing collection<\/a> takes up less space, both physically and mentally. You need less room in the closet, and you don’t have as many options to choose from when you’re getting dressed.<\/p>\n

See Also: <\/strong>The Minimalist Shirt Collection<\/a> (opens in new window)<\/em><\/p>\n

Since most people don’t wear most of the clothes they own, they have less real<\/em> options than they think. Why not just get rid of those items?<\/p>\n

Second, if you build a minimal and interchangeable wardrobe, putting together a cohesive outfit becomes a very easy task. When every top goes with every bottom, getting dressed is easy.<\/p>\n

So it’s not about owning the fewest possible garments. It’s about trimming the fat from your wardrobe and being intentional about what you own.<\/p>\n

The Minimalist Pants Collection<\/h2>\n

Of all the different types of garments in your wardrobe, you might get the most wear out of your pants. They don’t need to be washed as often as shirts, and they tend to last a long time before needing to be replaced.<\/p>\n

For that reason, most men don’t need a hundred different pairs pants in their closet. In fact, you can own very few pairs of pants, compared to shirts, for example.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Of course, it depends on your situation. A college student can get away with owning just a couple pairs of casual pants, while a traveling consultant will need both casual and dressy pants (and probably more pairs total).<\/p>\n

But no matter your age or situation, you’ll probably want to own some jeans, chinos and dress pants (i.e., trousers<\/em> or slacks<\/em>).<\/p>\n

Jeans<\/h3>\n

Jeans come in different colors, washed, weights and styles, but the most versatile colors are dark, light, grey and black.<\/p>\n

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Dark Jeans<\/a> | Light Jeans | Grey Jeans<\/a> | Black Jeans<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Sure, some guys love medium blue, tan or white, but if we’re talking about minimalism, I don’t think these are the best choices.<\/p>\n

If you’re super minimal, you can get away with one pair of dark wash or black jeans. But most guys should probably have two pairs (e.g., dark and light, or grey and black).<\/p>\n

Chinos<\/h3>\n

In my modest opinion, chinos are even more versatile than jeans. If I could only own one pair of pants, it would be a comfy pair of chinos in a neutral color like dark blue.<\/p>\n

Chinos can be worn casually with t-shirts or polos, but they can also be dressed up for business casual<\/a> environments. Chinos even look great with tucked in shirts and jackets.<\/p>\n

Just like with jeans, you only really need one or two pairs of chinos.<\/p>\n

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Khaki Chinos<\/a> | Navy Chinos<\/a> | Olive Chinos<\/a> | Black Chinos<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

I probably get the most wear out of my olive chinos. They’re surprisingly versatile and look great with both light and dark tops.<\/p>\n

Dress Pants<\/h3>\n

Here’s where things get a bit subjective. If you’re a working professional, you’re going to need a few pairs of dress pants (e.g., wool trousers). The good news is you suits include dress pants, which can be worn separately, without the jacket.<\/p>\n

On the other hand, if you’re a college student, you really don’t need more than one pair of dress pants. If you have one navy suit, for example, you’re covered.<\/p>\n

Let’s say you’re a 20- or 30-something professional who works in a business casual environment. Here’s what your dress pants collection might look like:<\/p>\n

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Grey Dress Pants<\/a> | Blue Dress Pants<\/a> | Black Dress Pants<\/a> | Dark Grey Dress Pants<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

If your office is more casual (i.e., jeans and chinos are acceptable), you can just pick two pairs of dress pants in neutral colors<\/a>. Again, these may be part of your suits.<\/p>\n

Shorts<\/h3>\n

Some guys don’t like wearing shorts, but I think they’re a necessity for summer, especially if you live in a hot, humid climate.<\/p>\n

The most versatile type of shorts are chino shorts<\/a>. These days, many chino shorts<\/a> are made from performance fabrics that have four way stretch and moisture wicking properties. This is great news for guys everywhere!<\/p>\n

No matter what kind of shorts you like, I recommend flat front, above the knee, slightly tapered shorts (no cargo pockets, bright colors or crazy patterns):<\/p>\n

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Khaki Shorts<\/a> | Navy Shorts<\/a> | Olive Shorts<\/a> | Grey Shorts<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Just like with chino pants<\/a>, I get the most wear out of navy, tan and olive colored shorts. If you could only own one pair, dark grey is a great choice too.<\/p>\n

Extras<\/h3>\n

Almost every guy will need a pair of super casual “lounge” pants. These could be joggers, sweatpants, athletic pants or something else, but they’re the pants you really only wear around the house (or maybe to run a quick errand).<\/p>\n

For example, I really like the Hylete Flexion pants<\/a> and All Day Sweatpants from Peter Manning NYC<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Similarly, you’ll need a solid pair of swim trunks. My favorites are the Bulldog Sport from Orlebar Brown<\/a>. They go with almost any shirt I would wear to the pool or beach.<\/p>\n

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Granted, you may need other pants and shorts for specific activities like running or lifting weights. Since we all have different hobbies and fitness routines, I’m not including those types of garments in this minimalist pants collection.<\/p>\n

Example Pants Collections<\/h2>\n

Knowing that we need some jeans, chinos, dress pants, shorts and extras, let’s look a couple of example collections.<\/p>\n

Basic Bastard<\/h3>\n

Here’s your basic men’s pants collection:<\/p>\n