Definition of CHINOS

Examples of chino in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web: Noun

Some of the pieces are cut wide, for maximum flair; others feature functional patches (one accommodates an AirPod case); and some have a light blue stripe running down the side like a chino version of tuxedo pants. — Jacob Gallagher, WSJ, "Does ‘Sustainable Fashion’ Really Mean Anything?," 17 June 2019 The looks included Lycra running tops worn with a chino and topped with a bucket hat as easily as with runner’s leggings and a flat runner’s pack or with a notched suit jacket and matching trousers. — Washington Post, "Sunnei to Palm Angels, streetwear in fashion focus in Milan," 16 June 2019 The result is the Staples Edition by Louis Vuitton, a 30-piece line of menswear essentials like the overcoat, the blazer, the chino and the low-top sneaker, to name a few, rendered largely in versatile neutrals.... — Christine Whitney, WSJ, "Preview Virgil Abloh’s Staples Edition by Louis Vuitton," 25 Apr. 2019 Legs that taper toward the ankle added a bit of fashion flare, and the muted chino exterior made the Live Free dressy enough to fly in any office where traditional khaki pants could. — Joe Jackson, Outside Online, "Testing Men's Crossover Office-to-Outdoors Pants," 2 July 2018 Regular guys outside the fashion sphere have seemed to adapt too; even a simple chino short is cut a little higher and slimmer these days. — Chris Black, Vogue, "“What the Point of Shorts If They’re Not Short?” Celebrating Menswear's Short Shorts Revival," 1 June 2018 Inspired by a pair of Abercrombie & Fitch chinos that belonged to John F. Kennedy, the brand has released a new capsule collection that draws heavily from the 35th president's wardrobe—including, of course, a modernized take on that original chino. — Liz Raiss, GQ, "You Could Use a Style Upgrade," 13 Apr. 2018 Set your legs free with the very best chino shorts. — Yang-yi Goh, GQ, "The Best Chino Shorts Will Summerize Your Go-To Fits," 20 June 2018 The 100 percent cotton twill chino with a compact weave, tonal herringbone pocketing and natural corozo buttons has a slightly oversize fit, a high waist and a straight leg. — Jean Palmieri | Wwd, latimes.com, "Abercrombie & Fitch to debut John F. Kennedy-inspired collection," 9 Apr. 2018

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