The Riso Pant

The Riso is a men’s designer trouser informed by classic 1990s five-pocket jeans. Its straight-leg silhouette creates a clean, balanced line, while familiar jean-style construction gives the shape an understated utility. Reworked in premium fabrics including corduroy and cotton moleskin, the Riso moves beyond traditional denim while retaining the clarity of the original reference. The result is a versatile straight-leg trouser grounded in material and proportion.

Men’s straight-leg trousers should maintain a consistent, defined line without feeling restrictive through the leg. The Riso uses a classic straight cut to create ease while keeping the silhouette controlled and uncomplicated. Its five-pocket construction gives the fit the familiarity of jeans, with fabrication changing the weight, texture, and drape. For further guidance on Studio Nicholson trouser silhouettes and sizing, consult the Fit Guide.

Straight-leg trousers provide a versatile foundation for different proportions and layers. The Riso can be paired with a refined men’s shirt for a cleaner silhouette or knitwear for additional texture and softness. More generous outerwear can sit naturally over the straightforward leg shape without disrupting its balance. Corduroy and moleskin also introduce tactile depth to restrained seasonal dressing.

Corduroy and moleskin are both substantial fabrics, but their surfaces create distinctly different effects. Corduroy is defined by its raised ribbed texture, bringing depth and structure to a straight-leg silhouette. Cotton moleskin has a smoother, dense surface with a softer handle, creating a more uniform finish. On the Riso, both fabrics retain the same clear five-pocket construction while changing the texture and character of the trouser.

The Riso takes the familiar construction of five-pocket jeans and refines it through fabric and proportion. A straight leg provides a clear, versatile silhouette, while premium corduroy and cotton moleskin bring greater texture and substance to the shape. The absence of unnecessary detail keeps the focus on construction and material. It is an elevated approach to everyday trousers, designed to work across a contemporary modular wardrobe.