When you wore corduroy pants as a kid you were sure to become the center of all the jokes at school. Now there is no limit to expressing one’s style and the classic corduroy has become chicer than ever!

The name ‘corduroy’ is derived from patterns made in the actual fiber. When twisted, the cloth creates the rigged pattern known as a ‘cord.’ Although historians have debated about the exact origin of the fabric, there are links leading to America, Latin America, and Egypt.

On the bright side, corduroy pants come in loads of colors and fits to match every personality, so add a pair to your closet!