What Is The Ideal Pant Hemming?

This is how to choose the best pant length for you.

The correct pant length can make or break an outfit. The easiest way to make trousers look cheap and nasty is to have the wrong fit and length in the leg. By spending a little more time in the fitting room, your pants will look better, fit better and ultimately give your look a well deserved polish.

1. What Are The Main Trending Pant Lengths?

These are the only appropriate lengths for great pants.

- The Full Break – The pant finishes around 7cm below the ankle bone

- The Half Break – The pant finishes around 4 cm below the ankle bone

- No Break – The pant finishes around 2 cm below the ankle bone

- High Hem – The pant finishes on the ankle bone

2. Which One Should You Choose?

Choose which is best for you, depending on personal style.

- The full break is perfect for the classic gentleman and is the most traditional style.

- The half break is ideal for the contemporary business man who likes slim fitted pants and knows fit is very important.

- No break is best for an ultra modern look. It embodies that truly Italian look and is flattering for slim legs.

- A high hem is perfect for hipsters looking to break the mold and add some eclectic vibes to their outfit.

3. Don’t Forget To Measure Up In Store

Sounds like a given but you’d be surprised how many people skip this step.

Just because you were measured for your prom suit at eighteen, doesn’t mean that’s the number you should stick to. Many things have changed about your body since then and just because your pants fit, doesn’t make it a good fit. Besides, every designer’s cut is different and you should be measured for each pair of pants you purchase.

Extra Tip

If you can’t get the correct length in store, always opt for a slightly too long length and have them tailored to perfection.