NNT chino pant, men's slim fit (CATCNM)

The NNT Chino Pant is a slim fit work pant that sits in NNT's men's trouser range, and the cut is a full length slim leg rather than a loose or relaxed style. It is built for corporate and front of house roles where denim or casual trousers do not suit the dress code.

The fabric is a stretch cotton chino, 97% cotton with 3% elastane. That small amount of elastane is what lets the pant move with you through a shift without the leg feeling stiff. The pocket setup is practical for a chino: two front slant pockets, two functional welt pockets with buttons at the rear, five belt loops, and a front fly with a button closure.

If you are kitting out a team and want everyone in the same trouser, this is the kind of garment that does the job. You can read the full listing or order the NNT Chino Pant on Done Right Safety once you have settled on sizing.

Choosing the right fit

This is a slim fit pant with a full length slim leg, so it reads tidier and closer to the body than a classic or relaxed chino. If your team is used to a roomier trouser, expect this one to feel trimmer through the thigh and lower leg. The 3% elastane gives some give, but it is still a slim cut, not a stretch performance pant. Sizing across men's corporate ranges varies by brand and cut, so check the measurements on the product page and, where you can, fit one or two reference sizes before committing to a full roster order.

Setting up a uniform order

Where this garment earns its place is in a uniform program. Trousers and chinos complete a uniform where denim or casual pants are not the right look. Order against the exact SKU (CATCNM) every time so fabric, fit and colour stay matched across repeat orders and new starters. Brand matters, but the more useful comparison is fabric, fit and pocket layout, and how the garment will actually be worn day to day.

Care and longevity

Specific wash and care instructions are not listed in the product facts, so follow the care label on the garment itself or confirm the details on the product page before laundering at scale. As a cotton rich chino, it will generally respond well to gentle washing and reshaping while damp. The two rear welt pockets are functional and button closed, which helps keep contents secure, and the five belt loops take a standard belt without fuss.

These are all like-for-like, same type men's corporate work pants from the same trouser category, so the comparison below is genuinely apples to apples. The differences that matter come down to fabric, fit and waist or pocket detail.

Pick the NNT Chino Pant (CATCNM) when you want a slim, cotton rich chino that looks neat in a uniform and has functional buttoned rear welt pockets. If you would rather a dressier wool blend look with an easy stretch waist, the NNT tailored pant (CATCPA) is the closer fit, while the Biz Collection Lawson (BS724M) leans into a soft, garment washed cotton feel at a stated 250 GSM.

If alterations are your priority, the Biz Collection Classic Flat Front (BS29210) is the standout: it uses a 65% polyester, 35% viscose easy care fabric and builds in wider seams plus a 5cm hem allowance, which makes tailoring across a varied team far simpler than a slim cotton chino.

For a corporate trouser, this NNT chino covers the basics well. The stated 97% cotton with 3% elastane gives it a natural cotton hand with enough give for a full day, and the slim leg keeps it looking sharp rather than baggy. The pocket layout is sensible: two slant fronts you will actually use, and two buttoned welt pockets at the rear that hold contents securely.

What is confirmed on the listing is the fabric blend, the slim fit and full length slim leg, the front fly and button closure, the five belt loops, and the pocket count. What is not listed is the fabric weight, available colours, the size range, and the care instructions. Those are the things to verify on the Done Right Safety product page or datasheet before you place a roster order.

The honest takeaway: if a slim, tidy cotton chino suits your dress code and your team is comfortable with a closer cut, this is a straightforward choice. If you need a roomier fit, a heavier or easy care fabric, or generous alteration allowance, one of the comparator pants may serve you better.