Best Overall Chinos
Bonobos Stretch Washed Chino 2.0
Best Overall Chinos
Bonobos Stretch Washed Chino 2.0Pros
- Available in a host colors
- Several fits: tailored, slim taper, slim, athletic, straight
- 5-pocket design, 4-way stretch
- Moisture-wicking
Cons
Our testers all agreed that these are arguably the best chinos in the market right now. Once we slipped our legs into these pants, we found the overall fit and comfort of the fabric to be ten out of ten. That’s not only because Bonobos offers five different fits to cater to your body type, but also because the brand infuses the cotton fabric with quite a tad of four-way stretch, making them extra versatile for days when you want to wear chino pants out to travel, commute, run errands, etc.
In our testing, we also found that the waistband felt comfortable because it curved to the shape of our hip. The fabric, after we wore them for hours on end, turned out to be moisture-wicking as well, and all in all low-maintenance because it is wrinkle-resistant. And we love that Bonobos added a zip pocket to help us safely store our small stuff.
What Do Experts Say? “What I love about Bonobos is how they cater to any body shape. Their original stretch chino is not only a well-constructed item but is at a budget price point as well. When shopping this piece keep in mind what fit will work best for your body shape. Larger thighs? Athletic fit is the option for you. Carry a little more weight around your midsection? Stick with the straight fit,” says personal wardrobe stylist Grace Thomas.
Fabric92% Cotton, 8% SpandexFitSlim Taper, Tailored, Slim, Athletic, StraightWaist Sizing28-46Inseam Sizing28-36
Best Performance Chinos
Everlane The Performance Chino
Best Performance Chinos
Everlane The Performance Chino Pros
- Sweat-wicking and quick-drying
- Designed for everyday wear
- 4-way stretch
Cons
A chino that moves like a jogger but looks like a pair of grown-up pants is no wonder Everlane’s hero item. And this was in fact handpicked to be tested by our Fashion Director Ted Stafford and then fitted on Bullet Train action star Andrew Koji. Why? It will move you from the tarmac to the resort without losing a second of relaxation, courtesy of the spandex four-way stretch that we found was so movement-friendly that we were able to squat and even jog a bit in them with ease. Coupled with a business-casual veneer, Everlane’s chinos won our testing team over with a versatility that’s perfect for traveling, working in the office, or going about your every day.
Our favorite part of these chinos is their sweat-wicking and quick-drying capabilities. We even wore them on hot summer days to stroll under the sun,