Cargo Trousers, Khaki
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- Material
- 96% cotton, 4% wool
- Construction
- Made in Morocco
- Care
- Machine washable at home, dry cleaning is not necessary.
Wash at 30 °C (86 °F) inside out, short cycle, mild detergent with no bleaching agent.
Wash separately the first few times: dyed cotton bleeds slightly.
Do not tumble dry: air dry in the shade.
Iron at medium heat, on the reverse to protect the colour.
Avoid fabric softener, which clogs the fibre and reduces its breathability.
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Cargo Trousers, Khaki
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Full size guide →Men's khaki cargo trousers, born of the battle dress
The large pockets that give cargo trousers their name come from the British battle dress, worn from 1938: they were used to carry field dressings and maps. The American army took up the idea during the Second World War on its paratroopers' uniform, to hold rations and ammunition. The Battle Dress Uniform, the American combat uniform from the early 1980s, then set the grammar we know: gusseted thigh pockets, buttoned flaps, a drawcord at the hem. These men's khaki cargo trousers keep the whole architecture.
- Material: 96% cotton, 4% wool
- Origin: made in Morocco
- Detail: original colour
- Detail: 296 g/m² canvas
- Detail: tapered carrot cut
Cut and sizing
The period cargo, straight and bloused, was designed to be tucked into boots; over a low shoe, it thickens the leg. Ours stays wide at the top of the thigh, then tapers clearly toward the ankle. The drawcord at the hem, inherited from the military model, tightens the bottom further if you like. The very tight cloth does not stretch in wear: if in doubt, the size guide helps you decide. From 28 to 36.
How to wear men's khaki cargo trousers
With a work jacket: two functional pieces, provided the shades differ. With knitwear, a indigo sailor sweater for example, which softens the military side and avoids the fancy-dress effect. Turned up over sneakers, a short cuff frees the ankle and shows the hidden detail. They also come in black and navy.
Care
Machine washable at home: 30 °C (86 °F) inside out, short cycle, mild detergent with no bleaching agent, and separately the first few times, because dyed cotton bleeds slightly. No tumble dryer and no fabric softener, which clogs the fibre and reduces the water-repellent effect. Air dry in the shade; iron at medium heat, on the reverse.
Khaki, the colour of dust
Khaki was not chosen for its looks. The word comes from Persian khāki, "earthy", "dusty"; the British army in India used it from 1848, and the shade attached itself to land armies at the beginning of the 20th century. You had to blend in with the terrain. Our khaki is a muted green, close to dry earth: it is the original colour of the cargo, and the one that goes most naturally with work jackets.
Patina and durability
In three years, this khaki will have taken on the colour of dry earth.
The big pockets of the cargo come from the British battle dress of 1938, made for dressings and maps. American paratroopers took them up during the Second World War. This one keeps the original khaki, in a very tight, water-repellent 296 g/m² canvas. Here is how it ages.
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firm material, solid color, clean finishes.
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the piece softens where it works the most.
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wear creases mark themselves and return from one wear to the next.
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follow the composition instructions; excessive heat and tumble dryers are to be avoided.
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borders and friction zones soften first.
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the color shades with use, without aging all at once.
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the piece is made: supple, familiar, always holding.
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a seam, a button, a snag is mended in the workshop.
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nearly three years: a well-kept piece gains in character what it loses in newness.
Khaki is the original colour of the cargo, the one that makes sense. Its pockets are really usable, and its drawcord at the hem comes from the military model. It is the trouser for active weekends, which you keep for years.
A tight cloth, finished inside
The cloth is a very tight canvas of 296 g/m², woven from 96% cotton and 4% wool: the wool adds a little warmth in winter without changing the feel of the cotton. It is treated to be water-repellent, which is enough for a shower, without making them rain trousers. Inside, the pockets and waistband are lined with an ecru cotton, and the crotch is built with flat-felled seams, the strongest for an area that works hard. The trousers are made in Morocco.
Gusseted pockets with no visible button
The two side pockets are gusseted: they gain volume when filled and stay flat when empty. They close with a flap, and a finish we developed hides the corozo buttons entirely underneath: opening stays easy, but nothing sticks out. At the back, flap pockets and waist adjustment straps complete the set. One last detail hides under the hem; you discover it by turning the cuff up.
We are here to help you
Find here the answers to the most frequently asked questions to help you choose with confidence.
Our clothes are made from exceptional materials (Japanese selvedge denim, French wool from Tournier…) and assembled on vintage machines.
Every piece is designed to last, evolve and develop a patina over time. The fabrics are developed to our own specifications: we design our own weaves, then have them woven by the best mills in the world (Japan, France, Italy, Portugal, Morocco), often on old looms. A new cloth can take up to a year to come to life.
This exacting standard is what sets Champ de Manoeuvres apart.
Yes, we ship worldwide. Shipping costs are automatically calculated when you place your order. Delivery is free in France and Belgium for orders over €150, in Europe for orders over €300, and worldwide for orders over €400.
Delivery times vary depending on the destination: 2 to 5 business days in France, 2 to 8 days in Europe, and up to 16 days for the rest of the world. You will receive a tracking link as soon as the order is shipped.
Of course! Returns and exchanges are free in France and Belgium for all orders over €150. You have 14 days to try on your items at home and return them if necessary.
Each product sheet contains a detailed size guide and fitting advice. Please contact our customer service for personalized advice before your purchase. Otherwise, here is a link to a general measurement chart .
Each product comes with tailored care instructions. We favor durable, easy-care materials to ensure your clothes last a long time.
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