Garnet Red Stancliffe Corduroy Trousers

Fort Belvedere has christened this model of trousers the “Stancliffe,” evocative of a stately English manor house secluded amongst verdant trees and rolling hills, redolent with a life of ease, sport, and gentlemanly pursuits. 

Garnet Red = Exceptional Statement Piece

Bold and dramatic, these trousers can add a flash of color to any fall ensemble or even pair elegantly with a preppy look reminiscent of Nantucket reds. An exceptional statement piece, you are only limited by your imagination when it comes to how to style these dandy-approved trousers.

Combining with Shoes and Socks

Trousers in red tones pair most easily with socks that have some shade of red in them: you will have no trouble helping these trousers pop with socks that combine red and gray, red and blue, or red and navy. Warm tones provide another easy avenue for harmony: pinks, yellows, and oranges are all available for consideration, but be aware that the results can be very dramatic and are more suited for casual ensembles.

When it comes to cooler colors, higher-contrast blues that are either very dark or very light provide the visual strength necessary to keep up with this bright shade of red. Medium grays are also an unexpected option that offers great results. Similarly, light or dark shades of green can also appear very elegant, but be wary of employing medium-greens, which can appear just a little too Christmas-y … unless of course you’re getting ready for a holiday party! 

Red trousers have the benefit of being able to pair well with nearly all leather colors and textures. With black they look dramatic, with tan they look casual, with shades of red they look mysterious, and with browns they look more sedate.

Boots + Corduroys = Winner!

Boots, especially boots with contrast elements like suede, are always an excellent companion to corduroy because of the intersection of transitional-weather seasonality and unexpected texture. These trousers will appear elegant with a wide range of boots, from any shade of brown to black, and even to more unusual shades like reds, grays, and even some blues: we’ve had particular success with medium-brown chukka boots, believe it or not!

In general, be wary of pairing corduroy with hot-weather footwear. As a rule of thumb, the fabric is simply too heavy for use with any style of shoe with which you might wear no-show socks.

Outfit Ideas for Garnet Red Corduroys

What better way to highlight the fun, casual potential of these trousers than with a red and white checked shirt. For visual weight, consider dark cognac shoes, perhaps monk straps for visual interest, and red and navy socks for a smooth transition between the elements.

To emphasize prep styling, let’s craft an ensemble straight out of Nantucket, starting with a white shirt, contrast-stitching pocket square, and red crest tie, with, of course, a  navy blazer. To match the dramatic flair of these trousers, an exotic crocodilian belt beautifully sets off cognac slip-ons that evolve from the trousers through a pair of red and blue striped socks.  

Finally, for a versatile combinational look, let’s try red and blue socks with chukka boots, a light blue shirt, and a gray sport coat. This colorful look is especially elegant in transitional seasons. 

In general, the weight of corduroy requires a certain balance between your upper and lower half which is easily accomplished by layering. The simple addition of a sport coat will go far in making an outfit with corduroy look exceptional: focus in particular on textured fabrics, such as tweed, that will contrast while harmonizing with the cords of the trousers. Be wary, however, of hot-weather textured fabrics like seersucker, which is too seasonally incongruous to wear with corduroy.

You can achieve a similar effect with knitwear, such as a tennis sweater in the warmer months or cardigan in the cooler: add a scarf during colder weather to ensure that your upper half is as insulated as your lower.

Questions?

If you have questions or need style advice in choosing a pair of socks for yourself or someone else, let us know, we are happy to help.

SKUs: 28 - 4054956026504, 30 - 4054956026511, 32 - 4054956026528, 34 - 4054956026535, 36 - 4054956026542, 38 - 4054956026559, 40 - 4054956026566, 42 - 4054956026573

These are true high-rise trousers / slacks / pants with a full cut on larger sizes and slimmer, but never skinny fit for slimmer sizes.

Please check the size guide by the size selectors to learn all about sizing, measurements for each size, and everything else to find the right size for you.

All pants are Unhemmed to 38" - 96.5cm inseam, so you can tailor them to your length with/without cuffs.

How to Store Your Corduroy Trousers.

Your trousers will arrive neatly packaged in a box. Do not, however, store your trousers in the box as they can become creased. 
We recommend storing your trousers on a hanger, either fully extended with a clip hanger or folded over a traditional trouser hanger: ensure that the hanger has a sufficiently thick rod to avoid setting in creases. 

If you wish to store your trousers in a chest of drawers, fold them loosely - a tight or compacted fold can set in prominent creases. 

How to Care for Your Stancliffe Corduroy Trousers

Wash your trousers with a mild powder or liquid detergent at 30° C or 86° F, which is the equivalent to “Warm” on most modern washing machines. Do not bleach your trousers and do not tumble dry. When air-drying, lay the trousers flat on a drying rack or towel.  

When ironing, turn your trousers inside out and iron them on the “Warm” setting, indicated on most irons by two black dots. 

Your Fort Belvedere Stancliffe trousers can be dry-cleaned with petroleum solvents only.  

• Body Composition: 100% Cotton
• Pocket Lining & Waistband: 100% Cotton
• Crotch Lining: 100% Acetate
• Fabric made in Italy.
• Trousers assembled in Portugal.  
  

• Durable Luxuroy™ Corduroy Cotton Fabric
• Weight: Heavy 705 grams per meter cloth for superior drape
• Incredible longevity, with 20,000 Martindale double-rub certification
• Classic 8-wale ribbing, Luxurious Hand + Milled in Italy with British Style & Feel
• True high-rise waist with double button waistband and Flapped Coin Pocket
• Classic Full Cut, Not Skinny or Slim Fit - Tailored by artisans in Portugal
• Model is 220 lbs - 6’1” or 100kg - 185cm and wears Size 38
• Unhemmed to 38" - 96.5cm inseam - Tailor it to your length with/without cuffs
• Hook-and-clasp closure for trim lines at the high-rise waist
• Fully-cut seat and front for comfort & mobility that still drapes beautifully
• Full to the knees, the trousers taper somewhat towards the hem for an opening that is pleasantly full but not excessive, being neither too broad nor too narrow.
• Two recessed forward pockets
• Two button-closure rear pockets, and an elegant right-front ticket pocket with buttoned flap
• All buttons are made from natural Materials. They are either made from genuine corozo, which resembles ivory but is sustainably made from tree nuts. Or they are made from water buffalo horn, which has been sustainably harvested according to the latest environmental practices.
• Each button is held in place by the Ascolite system, which employs a durable shank and heat sealing for the tightest hold