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Have you ever watched a man trip over his own pants?
Not cool.
Pants too long that result in pools of fabric bunching over your shoes makes you look sloppy.
On the other hand - cropping your pants too short makes you look like a school boy wearing capris.
Paying attention to where your trousers breaks is the difference between an outfit that sings and one that looks like borrowed clothing.
The break of a trouser refers to the point where your pants touch your shoe.
What makes it so important to your overall outfit...
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[@jonathanlunglo]

Great video! I think trouser break is one of those things that I thought was hard to explain to people, but you've broken it down and articulated it very well!

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+Jonathan Lo thanks - I highly appreciate the feedback!

[@mrnobody6354]

I prefer a no break that just covers your socks when standing straight.

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+Shawn Long The biggest danger with this style is that it’s easy to hike your trousers too high and expose too much of your socks.

[@mrnobody6354]

Real Men Real Style I guess my "no break" is not too bad, when I sit down it shows a tiny bit of socks, which I don't mind since I wear the same coloured socks as my trousers.

[@TheBooban]

Real Men Real Style thats ok if you have cool socks. Fashion forward is like that, the pants are high. I dont think this trend will last though.

[@yorkshire3939]

@@koolmaaan most tailors will leave 2 to 3 inches of fabric to play with on the inside just in case you need to lengthen them later.

[@rodeo600]

I made that mistake of no break and with no taper on the bottom. I looked like a clown in a suit. Luckily there was enough material to re-hemm to a half break.

[@AntonioDal.]

Thanks for the tips. As a short man I told my tailor to make my trousers shorter while I already had the half break. The tailor thought I was crazy.

[@gusherfelter1068]

I am glad I found this video. Now I know that the half break will fit me perfectly with my 5' 6 height. I will follow these tips to the letter!!

[@peterpwn9558]

I feel a full break especially in slacks helps me balance out my proportions. While I am not especially tall, I have long legs as well as big glutes and quads, so the break around the ankles adds some balance.

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+PeterPwn! A full break generally shouldn’t be worn unless the rest of your outfit is also a little aggressively casual.

[@peterpwn9558]

Real Men Real Style You are right. A full break can look sloppy very quickly. For a more formal look I still like to go with a half break though.

[@hairolizhar]

Very solid advice Antonio. I've always wear the full break but I think at 5' 7" I'd better off with the half break or no break. Thanks.

[@killerjayce151]

Can you do a video about how jeans or dress pants should properly fit around your ankles and the different kinds they're are that can fit snug or loose around your ankle?

[@magdalenojuan]

It's crazy how you can buy a nice suit, but there's more art into the perfect fitting. Thanks for the info. Would you say investing into a tailor is worth even if the clothes aren't super expensive? Because tailors are quite pricey nowadays.

[@andreyv1]

No break with my johnston&murphy's ftw

[@ssj4kevin]

No break is best for showing off some nicely patterned/coloured socks.

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+Kevin James Yeah

[@matthewbutler232]

I have a mixture of half-breaks and no-breaks. I prefer the no-break because I am 5' 9" and I prefer to look a little taller. I am glad you posted this video because I wanted to see your thoughts on pant length.

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+Matthew Butler Glad it helped

[@patraDeepankar]

do we need to cuff (fold) the pants or we must tailored to the no break length

[@Mayankbhattacharya]

Golden advice here! Sharing it everywhere possible! :D Awesome job Antonio..

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+Mayank Bhattacharya awesome - thanks Mayank

[@ringo_real]

Didn't expect you here😃

[@pookatim]

Great information. I notice with off the rack trousers, where one buys by waist & length size, one has to be careful of the rise. Different manufacturers place the trouser crotch at different lengths from the waistband. Since trouser length is measured from the crotch, it can make a huge difference. One pair of pants may fit perfectly while another in the same size will be too short or too long. You have to try them on with the same sort of shoes you will be wearing them with!

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+Pook Atim that's right!

[@anasnaeem99]

Great video. What about the skinny/slim fit jeans?

[@Lester.M]

Excellent video, thank you!

[@markart157]

Dear Antonio, your videos are really good. Thank you very much for making such a good work.

[@etilrets]

what a lovely shirt Antanio!!!

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+Amol Ahire thanks Amol - I got it from Trim - pi250.isrefer.com/go/TRIMRMRS/RMRS/

[@abishaakmal7455]

great video, love it! btw Antonio nice shirt, love how your collar looks

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+Morozov Akmal thanks -it's from Trim - pi250.isrefer.com/go/TRIMRMRS/RMRS/

[@103imartinez]

Good video. No break or small break is a new trend, but I am 6'3 and when I walk they look short like you said.

[@103imartinez]

+Prion Even half break I feel is too short. When standing it looks good, but when walking they feel short.

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+Prion Get to know a tailor for a little adjustment. It’s rare that a tall guy like you can buy off-the-rack clothing and get an immediate perfect fit. Here's more information for you - www.realmenrealstyle.com/style-tips-tall-men/

[@frankmarafiote3992]

Great insight into this topic. Full break just looks creepy and sloppy.

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+Frank Marafiote thanks Frank!

[@Ra1nFreeze]

I'm loving that watch Antonio!

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+yofunforlive thanks!

[@thomasgilbert9347]

Thanks for the style tip. I am a big fan of the half break, i am 6-2 so no break makes me feel odd. Like the shirt you had on.

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+Thomas Gilbert thanks - it's a company called Trim - pi250.isrefer.com/go/TRIMRMRS/RMRS/

[@MrJime49]

I like the idea and it works for me 👌👍

[@RoisinMcAuliffe]

Thanks for clearing this up. I didn't know what I didn't know until now, but now I know :D This makes so much of a difference in a guy's appearance.

[@KevinKennedy]

love it, I'll have to check my dress pants for this now, also I do love that shirt, first thing I thought was... Do want...

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+Kevin Kennedy Thanks! You can buy it from Trim - pi250.isrefer.com/go/TRIMRMRS/RMRS/

[@EthanRom]

There's this in between a no break and half break. That's where I live

[@maycatyuiop]

Great video Antonio. These are the videos I really enjoy.

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+jonathan Jaffe awesome - what else do you want to see from my channel? what topic?

[@maycatyuiop]

+Real Men Real Style I really appreciate these videos you put out about simple questions like how long your trousers should be. Or how a suit should fit,where your tie should fall. My father wasn't exactly a style guru and nor are my friends so I really know nothing about these subjects aside from what you Alfa m and Sven put out. As my SAD always says knowledge is power. And the informative videos you put out that are full of history knowledge are incredibly valuable.

[@huntercp4]

I asked your opinion on this about one month ago. I hope this puts an end to double break trousers. Great video! I wish it mentioned something about cuffs versus no cuffs but very helpful nonetheless.

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+huntercp4 Here you go - www.realmenrealstyle.com/dress-pants-cuffs-no-cuffs/

[@adhithasimhanraghavan7516]

Your shirt looks great on you btw!. I can infer that half break best suits me than any other.. thanks Antonio.

[@slimjim8736]

very good video i enjoy a half break i think it looks the best of both worlds and it looks apporiate

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+slim jim87 great! A half-break is comfortable, conservative, and inoffensive in all settings.

[@nickdoddle9715]

I'm glad when trousers fit. Fit the waist and long enough to reach the shoes. That's probably 3 weekends spent on shopping. Then I'm done. Online shopping is just the same. L, XL, XXL, 3XL, whatever, nobody bothers to SPECIFY any size. Only when it comes to money they specify the cents, and don't accept a medium amount for medium quality. Shopping is a nightmare. So I usually spend my spare time in the woods with some wellis.

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+Nick Doddle Yeah, different measurements for different brands

[@leojoachin]

thanks a lot for the tip! Best regards from Guatemala

[@RealMenRealStyle]

You're welcome! Cheers Guatemala

[@BeauBeckwith]

your hair looks great! love the videos, thank you.

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+Beau Beckwith you're welcome!

Awesome shirt man!

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+Paulo André Silveira Júnior thanks Paulo!

[@baze3SC]

I think that no break only works on slim fit trousers that are tapered towards the ankle. Otherwise it looks like your shorter brother's pants. You need to be a slimmer guy to pull it off.

[@Feldspar__]

Thumbs up for getting Sharp Dressed Man stuck in my head.

[@shehzad2831]

hi please could you do video of winter scarfs for formal and casual , thanks shehzad

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+Shehzad Gul Thanks for the suggestion - will keep that in mind www.gentlemansgazette.com/scarf-guide/

[@shikerchi]

A great video.

[@schnabel602]

great video, I'm loving all this new information.

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+schnabel602 thank you! glad you enjoyed it. What topic would you like me to talk about or to cover?

[@Flametasticeedits]

Im only 5'6 and I have a hard time finding dress pants that fit me. So I usually have my pants all the way up to my stomach LOL and tighten up the waist good with a belt. Then I just have my shirt untocked. finally after all that the bottom of my pants don't look funny lol

[@JP-1990]

No break for warmer/hotter weather. Especially within socks showing. Looks super metropolitan.

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+JP Sheehan that's right!

[@maycatyuiop]

Not timeless though. It may go out of style in a year or two.

[@solomonkain]

Useful video. Thanks very much.

[@AB-xh4vr]

Im 5'10 and am trying to see what would be better half break or full for dress pants with polo shirts and long sleve sweater

[@michaelcolello2735]

I detest full break. Looks sloppy, on everyone. I just got a new suit, wanted no break but the pant taper is a bit too subtle for it to work. Plus, I'm 6'1" and, as Antonio noted, it doesn't work in my favor. So, got em adjusted and I think they're now a subtle quarter break. Which is okay. However, I may go have the taper increased and the hem brought up because I don't like how quarter break can at one moment look clean and streamlined (ideal) and the next, depending on how the pant hits the top of the shoes, look like bell bottoms.

[@TheJaimeGamingShow]

Awesome video and info. Thanks.

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+Jaime Flor You're welcome!

[@deepvariya2966]

Helpful sir

[@sweetwater718]

Very informative video.

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+sweetwater718 thanks!

[@jezzmoto]

I go full break and have never had pants tailored with a specific pair of shoes.

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+Jesse Taylor It’s usually best left for very tall men - whose legs make the extra folds seem smaller and more appropriately-sized - or for looser trousers in a casual material like corduroy or denim.

[@MightySavagE]

I concur Tony, half-break is the way to go. Most of the time I see full breaks tho, or even "super breaks" ;D

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+MightySavagE That's right

[@ebsalonga]

Hey man, how can I dress sharp even if I live in a tropical country?

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+Eugenio Salonga Here you go - www.realmenrealstyle.com/dress-smart-hot-weather/

[@4082410557]

Another great video Antonio! If you want to wear 1953 Gucci horse-bit loafers then half break is the way to go? Does half break work with whole cut oxfords?

[@rafaelrub]

Good info! Great video...

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+Rafael Rub You're welcome!

[@bushcraftonhorseback303]

Nice Shirt!!!

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+Bushcraft on Horseback Thank you. It's from Trim - pi250.isrefer.com/go/TRIMRMRS/RMRS/

[@jdhsingi]

great information....thanks for sharing.

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+Jim D you're welcome Jim!

[@OG213LA]

Thank You!!!!!

[@ruthlessluder]

I bought these extra slim fit pants from Express. The pants are long enough to have a full or half break, but because of how narrow the bottom of the pants, they don't cover my shoes and make it look awkward. For these type of pants, should I have it adjusted to have no break?

[@AnimeTube7Junior]

JUST THE VIDEO I NEEDED

[@kondojunagaraju8899]

Straight fit with half break.

[@lillmondo]

Hi Antonio, i love your channel and thanks for the amazing videos, i have a question, im 5.3 ft tall, so i bought a classic trousers that actually were the perfect fit for me but two things i have to point out, the trousers have a high waist that reaches just to my belly button and a large cuff about 2.3 inches. what do you suggest? im thinking of returning it

[@Bernard3rd]

Antonio, First off, thanks for all of the great content and for presenting things in a systematic and understandable manner. I have a question about pant length when wearing dressy boots. Is it ever acceptable to hem your pants with less than no break without committing a style faux pas? What I’m curious about is styling a pair of Allen Edmonds Dalton’s with some nice flannel trousers perhaps with a Navy pea coat and a sweater. With this ensemble (or similar examples), can it be considered permissible to have the pants hemmed a bit less than no break to show off the boots a bit more? I think that I know the answer to this question (which is to say that less than no break is not advisable), but wanted to get your opinion. Best, Bernard

[@spidrmage]

Antonio, do you have a video that addresses pleats/darts in shirts?

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+spidrmage sounds like another video topic - watch out for it

[@theeyeshaveit309]

where can I order some dress pants, I remember you had a video on the topic. tks

[@Dadee3]

The full break are for old people then, lol.

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+Dadee3 It's a tough one to pull off well! It’s usually best left for very tall men

[@theeyeshaveit309]

Real Men Real Style hi, any suggestions where I can buy some dress and casual pants? I remembered you posted a video of a company with some soft breathable pants but sadly I can't find that video. thanks for all your help. love your videos

[@JS5074]

Or if yo sock games like mine

[@JonnyBeoulve]

Thank you!

[@akbarchaki9579]

My waist 32 which kind of trousers I have to wear

[@skeagle7181]

Nice Video as always. But isn't your collar a bit too big?

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+Skeagle thanks!

[@eddiecarlcalhoun]

I'M 5' 7 I THINK THE HALF BREAK WOULD WORK FOR ME. I have several pair of pants that fit comfortable but I am also stout and lately have noticed my pants are dragging in the heel ...i have actually shrunk about 3/4 of and inch thus 5"7...

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+eddiecarlcalhoun A short break makes a shorter man appear taller. I think the No Break should work on short men

[@eddiecarlcalhoun]

O K...

[@aledzurc831]

But when you fold the pants, will it not unfold when your walking etc. If it does then what do I do to hold it?

[@MementoVita]

Thank you, jeez I see everybody having absolutely no break at all even in their jeans 🤦‍♂️

[@saidhosseini872]

cool video as always!

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+said h thanks!

[@MrDge704]

is there a 3/4 break with not as much excess of a full break but more excess of a 1/2 break. I think that's the best of both worlds.

[@MightySavagE]

+Daniel Evans there is - just adjust the pants however you want ;)

[@KruptoStrategic]

What about this new fashion trend with the no break or almost "high water" look? I see it commonly with Chino's or slim fit trousers. I like the look of it, but don't know how to properly pull it off. Any help with that?

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+N Betts I stick to classic styles :)

[@audunjemtland8287]

Do you have any idea why my pants are always bulging in the front? The crotch area. They always do. Even tailored made.

[@mayankchand7078]

is the half break good for chinos too??

[@willywallybangbang]

I didn't find the stuff on suits and dress shirts in the article.

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+willywallybangbang ??? stuff on suits and shirts?

[@willywallybangbang]

+Real Men Real Style Yeah, you mention this during 0:20 - 0:45 .

[@Ndondiafrika254]

Your shirt is a bit baggy sir...... you might want to reduce it in the arms area

[@lusl1094]

Nice shirt, where did u get that from?

[@edyflak]

+lusl1094 There's a link in the description.

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+lusl1094 It's from Trim - pi250.isrefer.com/go/TRIMRMRS/RMRS/

[@Josiahjjr]

Hello Antonio! I've come to follow your channel relatively recently and love it. So much great info, thanks for sharing. I understand how to talk about break, and realize I like the look of a no break that grazes the shoe. What I don't understand how to talk about is taper. I have 3 or 4 pairs of khakis and couple other trousers that were bought before I started really paying serious attention to fit. They are much too baggy through the legs and swallow my shoes. I want to get them tailored, but I've never been to a tailor before. How can I communicate with this tailor to define how I want the pants to taper? Are there any specific terms (like break for length) that I should know?

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+Josiah Robinson Check out this video - www.realmenrealstyle.com/proper-fit-trousers/

[@akbarchaki9579]

My age is 38 my chest is 32 so which kind of i have to wear

[@AIRFORCEFREAK1]

Damn. I think I know you are the founder by now.

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+USPATRIOT96 Haha :)

[@omdthe9382]

On a sidenote: great haircut! Makes your head less round..

[@64fizar]

I am 168cm ( 5' 6') tall and having an athletic figure, can you tell me what's my 'break' for my type of body. Currently, I use the half break. Is this suitable?

[@lightsidemaster]

Hey Antonio, I have a question if you don't mind. I heard of the existence of "casual blazer jackets" Jackets that look casual, but still have a very good style. What are those called exactly?

[@strkszone]

+lightsidemaster Are you thinking of sport's coats? He did a video on the differences between sport coats, blazers, and suit jackets.

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+David Zee genius! :)

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+lightsidemaster yes! Sports coat. Here you go - www.realmenrealstyle.com/sports-jacket-blazer-suit/

[@lightsidemaster]

David Zee Real Men Real Style Thanks a lot you two! :D

[@Amy_Stanmore]

Do you have any info about wearing hats?

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+Ann R great to hear from you - www.realmenrealstyle.com/9-classic-hat-styles/

[@Darwizzy796]

My trousers for school has 2 breaks is this bad

[@Tavohl]

what can I do if my trousers get stuck on the back of the shoe when im walking?

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+Tavohl Sounds like a new topic to create a video for :) This should help - www.styleforum.net/t/313102/dress-pants-getting-stuck-in-back-of-shoes-help

[@Tavohl]

+Real Men Real Style there is some useful information, but as the OP said I believe it's the fabric, I've tried different shoes and it's the same problem with most. I wear slim fit so I don't know if that could be the problem. If you make a video could you go over different tips to solve this, like some chemicals you could use, or weights, or shaving my legs lol.

[@donkeyman8187]

tell us some thing about our hair styles

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+harsh sharma sure - what do you want to know?

[@donkeyman8187]

Like u know when to hair style like what I mean when we go to party when we go to school college birthdays to meet some one how can we make ourselves upper part means face area more attractive

[@noor37130]

at 4:55 that's what happens with me

[@panslawista]

is that shirt not too big for you?

[@MultiMrMiles]

full break is just awfull imo, italian style, half or no break way more elegant, although depends of the model of the pantalon and fabric. Buy your stuff at a good place and tailor them always really

[@markart157]

It's a matter of tastes, to my tastes Italian style looks simply nerdy and half break looks more professional. It's really a matter of preferences, and most important is to be happy with what we wear.

[@JonathanBrandonBissoo]

Why not 3/4 break :/

[@Razzzordback]

I'm short guy but this new trend with no break don't work. I think the best classy and fashion is half break. For people who want be more modern i recomended slightly break but no this ridiciolous no break.

[@henryho2293]

Did you shed a few pounds Antonio? You look great and healthy.

[@link3rd]

hey antonio, I've read the article as well as the info graphics seen in the link below: www.realmenrealstyle.com/visual-suit-fit-guide/ I think the graphics are a bit exaggerated for the pants. Can you go into more detail with actual pics so i can really see what's happening? I bought a suit recently, the jacket fits prefectly. I had a blazer altered last year and that fit perfectly. I got this and the jacket fits the same way. When i bought the suit and tried on the pants, I was a bit dehydrated from being out in the cold and when i tried on the pants, it was ok. When i got home, a little later in the day, it really hugs by butt. I sent it to a tailor to let out the but area and the crotch a bit so things will sit better. I just don't want to look like im about to squeeze out of the pants whenever i sit. Also, I go to the gym every week and i do legs. squats, leg extensions, calf press, etc (regarding legs). The thighs are really snug. I can pinch fabric, but very little. I'm hoping that this will fix everything. Also, it's tapered, And the tailor recommended a half break. I'm not used to wearing snug clothing, so when i got the blazer altered, I was a bit hesitant that it might be too tight, but after wearing it for a year, i love it. I'm really not too sure about the pants.My waist is a 31, but i buy a 32 waist in jeans and dress slacks to get the thighs wider. the Suit is a 38R, which means a 32 waist, so im hoping everything is good. I wear a 32x30 levi's 569 LOOSE jeans and that's all that can fit me. Those jeans are the baggiest levi's that I can find, so me in a tapered pants makes me feel like a pirate with a wooden leg. Also, the pants is really close to my hamstrings. The tailor advised that loosing the butt area will free up that space. also, when i sit, it will free up the seat a little and the crotch being let out will free up the thighs a bit. Thoughts??? Also, an illustration with real people would be best for me :) :P

[@link3rd]

+link3rd Just a few fyi's... This is my first suit. I'm just really experimenting with fashion. I don't really have that many good clothes. Maybe a few polos, some work shirts, some casual shirts and ONE blazer. I view your videos ALOT!!! they really help me make up my mind on the blazer. thank you. I just really want a suit for like interviews, weddings (if i'm ever invited to one) some kind of "formal event" where business attire is recommended, a work party, etc. I ended up getting a navy, lol. The charcoal really made me look pale and old. Black was too formal like you said. Also, I've been using my dad's suit for interviews. It's a 42R, 3 button, center vent, so it's clearly not mine. I really look forward to your reply. Thanks again!

[@harrypotter-yw9lg]

this man talks like english male teacher

[@harrypotter-yw9lg]

from my school

[@blancaw6280]

I see a lot of 20-30 year old men here in NYC wearing the no break style with very slim fitting suits. (Think Rue Paul when he is dressed as a man) A lot of the realtors that are showing apartments in my building are coming dressed like this and they are wearing no socks and wing tips. You really have to have the perfect body to pull that type of look off. I Would hate to be in the room when he takes off those leather shoes after wearing no socks! Phew!!! You are right about us ladies knowing how to rock the perfect hem line. I have pants I can only wear with my 5 inch stilettos. If I tried to wear them with any lower shoes I would be walking off about a yard of fabric! LOL!

[@KorriTimigan]

+Blanca W The no break thing kinda just comes with slim fit trousers, if there is enough fabric to actually form a break they still can't because the trouser openings aren't large enough to actually fit over the shoe. I really want this slim fit trend to end, as you said very few people can actually pull it off. It started about a decade ago, surely it must be getting close to finishing now!

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+Blanca W Exactly

[@Loukbots]

Full breaks aren't classic. In the 1930's, the era of classic clothing, men would never wear trousers with breaks.

[@crazy10bears]

"Use clothing and style as a weapon to get what you want out of life." Nah.