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cargo pant style advice?

The_Foxx

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gearing up for my next overseas adventure, but still have trouble figuring out what the hell to wear with all these cargo pants. the green and khaki pairs are easier, but really liked these (almost a chocolate brown in person) and got em on sale as well. can't put a khaki shirt with them-- ideas?

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The_Foxx

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noted, but usually like the advice of guys in this forum more than the streetwear folks.

Originally Posted by soxpats
Might be in wrong forum
 

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I assume you're not planning typical leisurely tourist resort stuff. Those would be very good for travel if you're planning some mountaineering / exploring / excavation work.

How about a Norfolk jacket on top?
 

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linen shirts would look great too.
 

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Yes: Dreadful looking things. Take them back or burn them.
 

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Look at the Brunello Cucinelli lookbooks, or even images of the man himself. He's always wearing them.
 

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May I ask why you have so many cargo pants (work related?) and in what situation you plan on wearing them? Cargo's to me are what I would wear when i don't want to think about what to wear (hanging out with my kids, supermarket etc). If you are asking how to "dress them up", well, that is like wearing a shirt/tie and jacket with shorts and you're not in Bermuda.
 

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I think it will look fine as part of a travelling/adventure outfit.
 

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with the exception of GBR's and Tristan's ******* idiotic comments, good suggestions! Please keep 'em coming. I'll be working in combat zones, and cargo pants are sorta the dress code and serve a function.

tchoy, i found a worn-in light blue washed jcrew shirt that seem to be great with the pants, thanks for recommending.

I'll be taking a handful of short sleeve polo shirts for the warmer months, but the company has discouraged them a little as "not really collared shirts"

WWIJD, indeed-- if only indy had worn cargos.
 

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How about a simple canvas button down or a pilot-style shirt (with epaulettes) in a cream or natural?
 

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