My Hunt for a Modern-Day Pantaloon

My Hunt for a Modern-Day Pantaloon

“I want a pantaloon that looks like it wouldn’t flinch at the site of an iPhone, infused with modernity and without any suggestion of ‘yo-ho-ho.’”

Getting dressed in early fall is one of life’s most uncomplicated joys. The forecast calls for room temperature, and the full breadth of my closet unveils itself to me.

I have access to a wide range of clothing items, including loafers, sweaters, leather boots, and summer-weight cotton, all coexisting in a glut of possibilities known as the “Transitional Wardrobe.”

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Author's summary: A hunt for modern pantaloons begins.

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New York Magazine New York Magazine — 2025-10-15