Hip to be square

published 31 October 2011

Traditionally geeky cords are back, and set to enjoy a similar renaissance to chinos.

FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: Burgundy cords £89 by ALBAM; albamclothing.com. Camel cords £110 by EASTIE EMPIRE TAILORS; eastiestore.com. Blue cords £38 by RIVER ISLAND; 020-8991 4904.

FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: Light grey cords £17.99 by H&M; 0844-736 9000. Dark green cords £120 by HILDITCH & KEY; 020-7930 5336. Copper cords £95 by FRED PERRY; fredperry.com.

All shirts by Arrow frpm £69-£89: 0800 123 400

As a former Shortlist Staff Writer, Danielle spends most of her time compiling lists of the best ways to avoid using the Central Line at rush hour.