21 Rugged, Stylish Corduroy Pants That'll Keep You Cozy and Elevated

FOR THE better part of this new millennium, corduroy pants as a menswear style have remained somewhat out of the limelight. But—thankfully—the tides are changing as the fashion landscape's obsession with retro-ness continues to aggravate and, of course, thanks to celebrities. Whether it's the casual corduroy looks of Andrew Garfield and Eddie Redmayne or the red carpet cord style of Bradley Cooper and Mark Ronson, men's corduroy pants are becoming the new jeans—and we're here for it.

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Why the hype, though? Because corduroy pants are actually comfortable. Their namesake comes from the fabric woven into “cords,” or ribs and ridges, creating a ripple effect with a lush, velvety feel. The result is corduroy which softer than denim by a mile, with a heat-trapping capacity that makes it a cool-weather staple. In addition to warmth, this process also makes the fabric more durable.

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But you'll mostly want some corduroy pants because of their distinctly vintage-inspired flair that makes you feel like you're starring in a Wes Anderson film. So feel free to lean into this versatile retro wardrobe essential that now comes in a variety of colors, cuts, and style categories from chinos to dressy options to travel pants with drawstrings. And because no two pants are the same, we've rounded up the 21 best corduroy pants for men to help you get started.