reasonably priced wool trousers

[ryan3]

Any suggestions on some reasonably priced, well-fitting, mid-gray wool trousers? I need to ramp up my grey pants. Suggestions? (links would also be much appreciated)

[alan]

Budget?

[ryan3]

I would say $100-150 per pair.

[Jeremy B.]

I am interested in this too. Right in that price range.

[Fred G. Unn]

I have a couple pair of the Benjamin trousers from eHaberdasher which are nice for $99. Same closure and belt keeper as Incotex. He hasn't restocked in a while though so sizes and colors are bit low now. Just search for trousers here:

http://www.ehaberdasher.com/servlet/StoreFront


I've heard lots of people recommend Howard Yount and there are a few on sale for $145 now:

http://www.howardyount.com/collections/wool-pants


BB, 2 for $229:

http://www.brooksbrothers.com/Madiso...K&contentpos=5

http://www.brooksbrothers.com/Regent-Fit-Plain-Front-Classic-Gabardine-Trousers/188J,default,pd.html?dwvar_188J_Color=BLCK&content pos=8


If you live near a Century 21 (NY or NJ), it seems like I can always find Hickey Freeman for $100-120 there. STP carries HF and Hiltl too:

http://www.sierratradingpost.com/mens-pants~d~143/hiltl~b~1476%2c2234/mens-dress-pants~d~320/


SuitSupply, $149:

http://us.suitsupply.com/trousers/Trousers,en_US,sc.html


Boden, $148 but there's always a coupon code floating around:

http://www.bodenusa.com/en-US/Mens-T...?NavGroupID=19

http://www.bodenusa.com/en-US/Mens-Trousers-Jeans/Suit-Trousers/MC320/Mens-Londoner-Wool-Suit-Trousers.html?NavGroupID=19


Hope that helps!

[redbeardedmike]

@Fred - Nice array. Lots of picked through sizing, though.


How would these choices compare to Bonobos wool trousers? I like the fit, but frankly I'm not too impressed with the fabric. So I'm not sure they're worth the sticker price of $175 (not that I paid that). And some BR tailored slim fit wool trousers I bought have almost the same slimness waist, rise, and leg opening and retails for as little as just under $100 (although you can get it for much less than that on sale) and the wool might even feel a little nicer.


So would wool dress pants listed above (Howard Yount, Boden, etc), be a step up in fabric quality?

[washedout]

Did you see the wool trousers in the Lands End Canvas post by Joe? I ordered a pair in 608 skinny and will let you know what I think... honestly though, if you're on the skinnier side I feel like the 608 is a great option.

[Fred G. Unn]

@redbeardedmike - I've heard great things about the Howard Yount trousers but I don't own any. They are sort of on my sartorial wish list. Epaulet trousers are as well if they ever go on sale: http://www.epauletshop.com/servlet/the-Mens-Clothing-cln-Trousers/Categories


I have the Boden charcoal donegal trousers and they are very nice, and are sort of a midway point between less expensive and premium trousers. Split waistband (good), finished seams inside, but I prefer the kind of button (or buttons) that extend over an inch or so, I don't know what this is called. They have 6 belt loops - cheaper pants only have 5, more expensive usually have 8. Nice fabric and nice slim fit and you can always find a coupon code. They generally make nice stuff but Boden's jackets and shirts don't fit me because the arms are always too long.

[ryan3]

Those Brooks Brothers are a good deal (2/$220) but I do not want to get 2 when I do not know how they fit. Can anyone vouch for the fits of BB? What is the difference between the fits? i.e. Madison vs Regent fit.


I have been eyeing Howard Yount recently and I have heard good things about them from StyleForum. Has anyone tried any HY stuff before? This is where I am leaning.


Also, does anyone have anything to say about Banana Republic wool pants?

[shad0w4life]

Lands end all the way and they hem them for you.

[Fred G. Unn]

The RL flannel trousers are pretty nice too and they are easy to find NWT on eBay. Retail $425, they are $220 in the current sale (w/code):

http://www.ralphlauren.com/product/index.jsp?productId=13193016


eBay, NWT, lots of options for less:

http://www.ebay.com/sch/Pants-/57989...+flannel&rt=nc

[JBarwick]

Banana Republic Tailored Slim Fit are good wool trousers for the price. I recently picked up a few pairs with the deals they have going on all the time. I would never pay full price for BR clothing period.

[ryan3]

I am really digging everything going on at Howard Younts, pants and sport coats especially.

[alan]

Wool pants st BR are $100 unless you're looking at suit separates. It's a reasonable place to start.

[emynd]

Bump!

Any new options? Seriously considering picking up a pair of Epaulet's or Howard Yount's but I'd prefer to spend less than that if at all possible.

Thanks