Organic cotton trousers, linen trousers & shorts

Why organic cotton trousers are worth it

Organic cotton trousers use cotton grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilisers, which is better for the soil and for the people who farm it. That much is widely agreed. The gap is in the label, because some trousers carry an organic claim for only a small share of the fibre. Look for a stated percentage or a recognised standard on the fabric. Komodo makes most of the organic cotton trousers here, in straight, wide and check cuts, alongside organic cotton jeans and joggers. Natural fibre trousers in cotton, linen and Tencel breathe better than polyester and soften with wear.

Linen trousers for warm days

Linen trousers stay cool because linen fibres let air and moisture move through the weave. Linen creases easily, so choose a looser cut and accept a relaxed look, or pick a linen blend such as Komodo's Tencel linen, which creases less. An elasticated waist suits holidays and long trips, while a button fly and belt loops look sharper for work. If you wear a belt, see Belts for woven and vegan leather styles.

Organic cotton shorts and linen shorts

Organic cotton shorts are the easy everyday choice, soft enough for weekends and sturdy enough for long walks. Linen shorts are lighter still and suit hot holidays. LAW Design Studio makes colour block linen shorts, and IMperfectionists adds linen and black styles. Check the inseam length on each product page, because shorts vary a lot in leg length. A five to seven inch inseam sits above the knee, and nine inches or more lands close to it. Trousers and shorts in the same fabric often share a size chart, so if one fits you well, the other is a safe bet.

Joggers, jeans and culottes

Joggers in organic cotton jersey are the comfortable middle ground for home and travel, and Ration.L makes plain pairs in grey, oat and black. For denim, organic cotton jeans avoid synthetic pesticides in the cotton, and Organic cotton clothing: The label is the last decision, not the first explains what to check before you buy. Vegan Trousers gathers the animal-free styles, and Tops and Knitwear have pieces to wear with them.