This season’s trendiest textile was originally favored by British men for tailored workwear and sports apparel. That was followed by a period of worldwide popularity in the 1970s, when corduroy showed up on miniskirts, flared trousers, and dinner jackets. It fell out of fashion soon after, but you wouldn't know it by the fall/winter 2017 runways, where corduroy once again showed up everywhere, in a variety of silhouettes for men and women that referenced both historic and contemporary styles. Here, eight stylish ways to incorporate the new-again fabric into your cold-weather wardrobe.
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A.P.C. Trousers
These high-waist, belted, ankle-length trousers feature clever pleating for a casual, relaxed silhouette.
We love the layers of texture created by the satin shawl collar and the fine corduroy on this adventurous take on the tuxedo jacket. Who says corduroy and black tie don’t mix?
Ralph Lauren Purple Label Dinner Jacket, $2,995; ralphlauren.com.
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Acne Studios Dress
In the perfect winter white, a stunningly draped asymmetrical dress inspired by the works of artist Paul Klee.