How to Wear Green Pants

Green pants are a great menswear item that is versatile and stylish. The key is the shade of green. Here’s how you can style green pants.

Why Should I Wear Green Pants?

It’s a style essential and the color is what makes the biggest difference. When you’re looking for them, stay away from the bold and bright colored ones and find ones that are muted and olive.

Olive Green Pants

This is the best color to go with. Olive is a darker shade of green that can almost be considered a neutral color. It’s a rich color and provides a feeling of elegance.

Another amazing thing about these pants is that you can buy chinos, jeans, corduroy pants and dress pants in olive green – it’s easy to find!

These easy to find pants are also great for any season. It’s a color that can be worn with fall and summer colors. During the fall, pair it with a camel coat and in the summer, a white button-up.

What Not to Wear with Olive Green

Although, olive green pairs well with many colors… There is ONE color to not combine and that color is red.

Red is on the other side of the color wheel, which causes contrast and that is a good thing. However, the reasoning behind this isn’t because they are complementary.

In most cases, contrast is the way to go.

You should stay away from pairing red and green because it is generally associated with Christmas.

Instead of getting a “wow, you look great!”, chances are it’ll lead to a “wow, aren’t you ready for Christmas.” Unless you are going for a festive look, stay away from this combination.

There’s ONE way to wear the red and green combination. That’s to wear burgundy. Darker shades of red go well since it delivers contrast and is more subtle.

Why You Need Olive Green Pants

This darker shade of green makes it easy to pair with other colors.

They are versatile, meaning you can wear olive green ANY TIME of the year.

It’s unique. Many people don’t even try to pull off an outfit with them. Khaki, blue jeans, black or navy are classic essentials but when you wear green pants well – you stand out (in a good way, of course).

Green Pants Outfit Ideas

Below, I’ll share 6 styles from casual to dapper!

1. Camel Coat

• Olive Green Pants
• Black Chelsea Boots
• Black T-Shirt
• Camel Coat

2. Black Coat

• Olive Green Pants
• Black Chelsea Boots
• White Button-Up
• Black Raincoat

3. Denim Jacket

• Olive Green Pants
• Black Chelsea Boots
• Black T-Shirt
• Denim Jacket

4. Navy Blue Jacket

• Olive Green Pants
• Black Chelsea Boots
• Black T-Shirt
• Navy Quilted Jacket (Similar One)

5. Black Tee Shirt

• Olive Green Pants
• Black Chelsea Boots
• Black T-Shirt

6. White Button Up

• Olive Green Pants
• Black Chelsea Boots
• White Button-Up

What Color Looks Good with Olive Pants?

The key to pairing colors with olive pants is to create contrast. You should use colors that are lighter or darker than them. Colors that pair well include:

• Black
• White
• Beige
• Grey
• Blue
• Camel/Tan

What Color Shoes Go With Green Pants?

Olive pants are very versatile and can mesh well with many wardrobes. The best color for shoes is similar to shirts:

• Grey
• Navy
• Beige
• Brown
• White

Additional Pants Resources

Want to learn more about styling pants, or matching clothes? Here are a few additional resources:

• How to Style Grey Jeans
• How to Match Clothes

Stay connected with us on Instagram and Facebook!

Photos by David Em/Next Level Gents