Are Corduroy Pants in Style & What Do You Wear Them With?
I have always thought of corduroy pants as the country cousin to jeans – nice, just not as cool. (Lol!) But that’s changing!
This fall, there are all kinds of modern cords in fabulous styles and colors that I’m loving. Is it safe to say that corduroy pants are in fashion now in 2024? You betcha!
Here are some of the latest cords and how to style them, including this new pair I just bought that I can’t wait to share with you. Have a look.
Are Corduroy Pants in Style & What Do You Wear Them With?
Fine, Ankle Length Cords
Over the years, I’ve been an off-and-on fan of corduroy pants. The problem is that they can often be thick and heavy, weigh you down, and make you look and feel frumpy. It’s easy to give up on them.
But recently, I was doing my J.Jill try -on haul and came across the best pair of cords I’ve ever tried on. These are their Authentic Fit Slim Leg Corduroy Pants.
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The cords have so many advantages. First, they have an overall chic look. They are light and fine with thin, tightly packed pinwale, the very opposite of heavy elephant corduroy pants.
They have a great standard fit, which means they fit close through the waist, hip, and thigh and sit just below your natural waistline.
I love the modern length, which is just above the ankle. Not only are these cords chic, but are made of the softest cotton/spandex blend, so they don’t feel stiff.
And isn’t that wine color stunning? It’s so deep, rich, and juicy, but it also comes in a gorgeous brown nutmeg, cream, and an inky black.
A great pair of cords, no matter what kind, is know for it’s beautiful texture. I like to play that up with a casual, nubby sweater. This Harvest Moon sweater, as they call it, is Wow!
I love the juicy berry-wine mix and how perfect this knit looks with these fabulous cords. This casual outfit is classy to begin with, but the colors give it an uplifting, modern vibe.
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I accented this look with my favorite black over-the-shoulder bag and these darling black slingbacks. These slingbacks with this pant silhouette give the outfit an Audrey Hepburn look. The gorgeous earrings and necklace are Dean Davidson.
These are just one of the many new styles of corduroy pants out there. I’ve looked around and found a couple of other interesting pairs that you may want to check out to.
See below how I styled them!
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Wide Leg Corduroy Pants – Cuffed!
The 70s is the inspiration behind these fabulous cropped wide-leg cords. I love the sporty patch pockets and the fashion-forward cuffs.
Add a luxurious neutral-colored cashmere sweater, the latest hobo bag in green suede, some gold jewelry, and these funky clogs, and you have another refreshingly refined corduroy pant look.
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Straight Leg Cords – Dark Forest Green
If you prefer full-length cords to cropped or ankle-length ones, this classic straight-leg pair is for you.
By now, you can see that fine pinwale corduroy is trending and comes in many deep, rich fall colors that can be easily mixed with neutrals to look sophisticated.
This dark forest green pair look very cool and a little edgy with black. The slightly ruffled blouse and the buckle sling-back Mary Janes slingback adds a feminine touch. I love the way the earthy-colored scarf ties it all together, otherwise it could be a little too serious!
More fabulous cords are here!
So what do you think? Do you like the finer cords? Are cords the new denim? Comment below and let me know.
P.S. If you are more interested in a corduroy jacket or dress, be sure to check out my other post on Classy Ways to Wear Corduroy!
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I’m so glad you loved J. Jill jeans and the beautiful cords you have on. They are a great fit and look fabulous on you! I have been shopping for Jill jeans since the late 90s or early 2000s when the store opened here. It is a great jean if it has the word authentic on the jean. I don’t usually wear a cord since I’m petite and have found the old cords added bulk, but the ones you wear do not. I may try them! Thanks for the great review on them!
Hi Bonnie, Thank you for the lovely compliment. They do not add bulk at all, which is one of the main reasons I love them. I always go for a finer look. I’m pretty much new to J.Jill but have been quite impressed with their fall picks. I couldn’t resist this color either – the wine is so classy. Cheers, Deborah
I love corduroy because it keeps me warm. I got a pair in the winter of 2007/2008 and have been wearing them ever since.
I loved chords as a teen in the 70s. Unfortunately I would start a fire with the friction generated from my thunder thighs!
Elle, you are too funny!!!!
That makes two of us!
Corduroy is so tricky to style, but I found this so helpful!
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