Because they hit that sweet spot between casual and formal, you can wear a pair of well-fitting khakis with pretty much any top: a blazer, a denim jacket, your college hoodie and even an old band tee. 

A khaki look can be as simple as a cropped pair with a tee and a sweatshirt. Or if you live in a place with microclimates like we do — we’re looking at you, San Francisco — sub in a hoodie and layer on a Trucker Jacket, shirt jacket or wool blend top coat. For date night or an interview, we recommend styling your khakis with a button-down shirt and a sweater. 

TL;DR: Khakis are foolproof.

According to our Head Stylist, Jackie Groffman, neutrals are always a good way to go. Think: black, white, cream, gray, navy and earthy green. That said, we’ve never met a khaki look we didn’t like, so feel free to reach for any color. Just trust your gut and have fun with it. 

When it comes to khakis, the only rule is there are no rules.