Wool trouser choices — worsted, flannel, fresco
Worsted trousers are the most common and most formal — a smooth, firm cloth that holds a pressed crease well and reads as properly professional. A worsted trouser in navy or charcoal is the foundation of every business wardrobe.
Flannel trousers are softer and warmer, with a slight texture from the brushed surface. A mid-grey flannel trouser worn with a tweed or herringbone jacket is one of the classic combinations of British professional dress. In Chennai, flannel is appropriate only in the cool months.
Fresco trousers — in a high-twist, open-weave worsted — are the most practical for Chennai's climate among the wool options. The open weave allows air circulation; the high twist gives the cloth resilience and a clean crease. It is our most recommended wool choice for year-round wear in the South Indian climate.