What are cargo pants?
Cargo pants , sometimes called combat pants , are
pants that have a slightly loose design, characterized by a large number of
utility pockets. These pockets are usually large, square and stand out
from the garment, this being the main element that distinguishes them from
others.
Cargo pants with
military print.
The cargo pants are
called combat pants since the first of their type were used as military clothing,
with the pockets designed in this way to be able to carry different objects,
while the material was resistant for harsh environments and outdoor
activities. The first were worn by the British Army during World War II
(based on earlier military clothing) and were eventually adopted by the United
States Army. Over time, like other garments of their type, they were
adopted as casual clothing over time. In the 80s they were marketed to
fishermen, using pockets as one of their strengths, but in the 90s they secured
their place in men's fashion and in movements such as nu metal.
Since then,
they have become much more universal garments and are one of the essential
pants in men's wardrobes. The classics are maintained with resistant
materials that can even dry quickly, but now they are made of different
materials, with the patch pockets being the only feature that unites them
all. In fact, cargo pants have been so popular that the
famous cargo shorts have been created, the short version of these pants with
similar materials and the classic pockets on the sides.
Cargo pants have
changed designs over the years.
Wearing cargo pants
The classics can be
used for any type of season, being ideal for rainy days if you don't want wet
pants . On the other hand, these pants should
generally be used for casual or sporty looks (being useful for some
cyclists). Its loose look and some materials make it almost impossible to
wear it in any formal, or semi-formal, environment. However, due to their
popularity, there are some cargo pants with a tighter fit and designs that make
them look like chinos, which makes them ideal for smart-casual wear, but it
depends a lot on the type of pants and the colors .
Leather cargo pants.
As for footwear,
although they can commonly be used with sneakers of any type, canvas shoes are
an excellent option, giving a sporty but simple look. This depends on
the fit of your pants , with the tightest ones being ideal for
a slightly more smart-casual look. Oxfords can also be ideal with the
appropriate color of pants . On the other hand, boots may
not be such a good idea, although it depends on your style and if you want to
experiment with something special. In the case of cargo shorts, it is
exclusively casual.
Cargo pants fit
different types of looks, from military to others more focused on street
style or loungewear , having a similar
role to joggers (of which we also have a guide) . The enormous amount of options
makes it difficult to create rules for using them, so it really depends on each
person and the use they want to give them. So experiment with a few and
choose the appropriate ones for your closet.
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