Cargo Pants

Cargo pant is a quite popular casual wear garment for men. The garment is made of blended fabrics for stronger construction and durability. It is generally worn for outdoor activities. The garment is loose for allowing freedom of movement.

History
The history of cargo pants can be traced to the 1980s in the UK. The style gained popularity during the 1990s in the US. Cargo pants became very popular with young men and teenagers as a casual wear. Its construction with side pockets enabled the wearer to carry useful things with them. The look of the garment was rugged and was apt for outdoor activities.

Buying Tips Choose fabrics that are soft to feel and lightweight. Choose fabrics with higher thread counts, as it means that the fabric will be softer. Choose a blended fabric as it will be stain resistant and more durable. A garment with higher polyester content will be more uncomfortable.

The earliest cargo pants were quite hard wearing because of the fabric. They tended to be a little bulky. It was only during the later years that softer and light weight fabrics were used that made the garment more comfortable.

Materials Used
Cargo pants are made of durable, hard wearing and quick drying fabrics for use in outdoor activities. The garment has tough stitching for longer life. Blended fabrics are used for manufacturing the men's casual wear garment. Some of the popularly used fabrics are:

• Cotton
• Cotton twill
• Canvas
• Polyester
• Microfiber