I've had some of Berle's Khaki pants on my radar for a long time. How is their quality, say, compared to the original Bill's Khakis? I never read anything about them on this forum. The Charleston Khaki is their top offering in khakis. Thanx...
crispyfresh
I am a big fan of Berle, but have only purchased their classic khakis (not the Charleston khakis). One of the selling points for me is the range of sizes and colors available in the classic khaki - regular or long rise, well up into the 50's on waist sizes (which, thankfully, I do not need anymore), flat front or pleated. It sticks out in my mind that the Charleston khaki has a fixed waist (not sure if that is the right term) meaning that it cannot be altered, while the classic khakis may be altered in the waist, and that the Charleston khakis are softer than the classic khakis.
I have not had the pleasure of ordering Bill's, in part because I have enjoyed Berle so much. Although Berle is available from many places (including H. Stockton in Atlanta), I have always received good service, and a $15 discount when you buy two, from americansuitstore.com. While I highly recommend the classic khaki, I would not hesitate to try the Charleston khaki if that's what you want based upon the quality of Berle's other offerings.
Good luck!
I have not had the pleasure of ordering Bill's, in part because I have enjoyed Berle so much. Although Berle is available from many places (including H. Stockton in Atlanta), I have always received good service, and a $15 discount when you buy two, from americansuitstore.com. While I highly recommend the classic khaki, I would not hesitate to try the Charleston khaki if that's what you want based upon the quality of Berle's other offerings.
Good luck!
I have owned both. The material appears to be the same. The only problem I had was that the zipper in the Berles was some type of synthetic (nylon?) which eventually was destroyed by the cleaners. I had it replaced with a brass YKK and still have them. The Charleston khakis were a spur of the moment purchase. I was in Charleston, so... I'm very happy with both.
Well, i DO intend to lose at least one waist size, so being able to alter my pants is a biggie with me. I will contact Berle about that and see if i can still purchase the Charleston Khaki. One more thing, good looking out about H. Stockton. I've been to their stores before. Thats one way of putting my hands on some and seeing first hand how they are. Thanx...
Not sure how relevant my input is, but I purchased three pairs, I believe, of Charleston khakis back around 2005 or 2006. They were my go-to khakis for years. At the time, the waistband was alterable. They held up well. My only issue with them is that I found the material to be too soft. I prefer a stiffer/heavier material, closer to Bills or to the old J Crew Essential khakis. For that reason, I wouldn't buy the Charlestons again. But others may feel differently about that.
I think you are right about that, and I have a similar preference. One of several reasons why the classic khaki by Berle has been my go-to khakis for years.
That's precisley why they are my go-to khakis; these things get soft like a pair of pajamas. I would say after a couple-three years they are no longer suitable for wearing as anything approaching a dressy look. My favorite pairs won't hold a crease without starch (which I don't use on these), the cuffs are a little frayed, and as soon as I touch them I smile.
They are great casual pants.
They are great casual pants.
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