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I wear denim almost everyday to work, but I was just promoted and need to step up my game. Are there dress pants that are as comfortable as jeans?”
Printed dress chinos, $119.50 at Club Monaco
(Shown with herringbone blazer, $369; turtleneck, $150
and Allen Edmonds cordovan shoes, $650)
Even in a relaxed office environment, where a dress code isn't mercilessly enforced, we've always believed that stepping up your style at work is the easiest way to look like you're on top of your game. And whether cut from cotton, wool or textured fabrics like tweed, today's better versions are actually cut a lot like your favorite pair of denim. Here are a few tried-and-true favorites that can easily be subbed in for jeans but won't feel stuffy at the office.
Styling Tip
The always-dapper Sid Mashburn shares his thoughts on pant lengths and why you should lose the break.