Most men own navy trousers without really thinking about them. They came with a suit, or they were a safe buy that never quite got worn. That is a waste of a colour that can do a lot of heavy lifting. Navy sits further from black, which means it actually works better with more of your wardrobe. Earthy tones, white shirts, grey knitwear, tan leather. The combinations organise themselves.

What we have been focused on is the cut and the cloth. A navy trouser in a good wool or wool blend sits differently from one in a synthetic mix and you notice it the moment you put it on. Flat front. Proper break. A leg that works with a leather shoe but does not fight a clean trainer. These are the details that determine whether a trouser earns its place or just takes up space.

The ones here have earned it.