*So far these are only available in black online. Check in store near their “new arrivals” display.
Full honesty. As great as these are, they’re also a little odd. And not just because they’re reasonably priced for the incredible feel of the 70% / 30% wool poly blend. They’re solid, thick, flannel trousers, and you just can’t find flannel pants for a decent price this season. Being that they’re from Banana Republic you could get them for a song if you wait for a sale.
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The Good: The fabric is incredible. Feels just like the L.L. Bean Signature flannel suiting pant. They’re a straight fit, so they don’t suffocate your calves on the way down. They seem to run a little big, and while the size 32×30 shown was okay, I could have easily sized down to a 31×30 or 31×32 and had them hemmed to clean up the flat-assness. They’re nice and thick, comfortable, and the perfect winter solution to wimpy dress pants for us jeans addicts.
The Not as Good: Those back pockets. They’re a little long and give the pants a utility look. Which can be good, since that provides a great opportunity to put on something other than denim on the weekends. Wearing a sport coat or blazer with these would cover most of the pockets, but they seem like an unnecessary out of the norm detail from BR. Also, there’s an inner drawstring, which… who knows why it’s there.
If BR comes out with another pant that uses this same straight fit and cleans up the seat area with some more standard pockets, it’d be a complete home run for the price. But how big of a deal are those pockets to you?
Suiting up with a little color and other small nods to spring.
Next up in the trilogy: warming up a smart casual look.
The first of three style scenarios as we transition to warmer weather clothes.
Plus a restock (no sale) of a favorite USA assembled dive watch.
It's nice when a brand warns their customers in advance of raising their prices.
Spring ready sneakers, grooming goods, watches, etc. Saddle up. Amazon's spring sale is on.