10 Mid-High Waisted Trouser Brands to Replace Your Jeans (2024)

Welcome to my channel! In today's video, we're diving into the world of mid-high waisted trousers and exploring some of the best brands for beginners. If you're looking to upgrade your wardrobe with stylish, comfortable, and versatile trousers, this guide is perfect for you. I've selected brands and items that are great for those wanting to start wearing a higher waist without looking old-fashioned.
Thank you for watching, and I hope you find the perfect pair of mid-high waisted trousers!
For a full list of brands & links check out the Substack - open.substack....

[@MrDeanross]

I’m seeing loads of guys in high waisted trousers in London. It’s a really refreshing look. I was startled to see this trend after years of skinny jeans but they’re very flattering and elegant even when styled casually

[@JustABowlOfCherries]

I want them to look old fashioned and "old man-ish", but in-between baggy and slim with a higher rise. Informale has to be my favorite. Thanks!

[@aassante]

100% agree! A pair of navy T005's from Informale would likely prove to be the easiest thing for anyone to wear outside of corporate or formal situations. They're the perfect first step into high-waisted pants as you could always go untucked, add a layer, or cheat and wear them less high if the look pushes too far out of your immediate comfort zone. I was outside of my comfort zone when the founder Steve Calder charmed me into buying mine years ago and I've since worn them more than anything else in my wardrobe. And with tanks, t-shirts, hockey jerseys, cashmere turtlenecks

[@LukeHodges]

Great shout!

[@aassante]

@@LukeHodges great video!

[@Kiennguyen22360]

A budget option is the Uniqlo linen blend trousers. Good rise for 50quid

[@LukeHodges]

Great shout!

[@SeanChurchill97]

Honestly, my recommendation for someone who’s not sure whether to drop the money (as they’re typically expensive in menswear for some reason) is to go into M&S or Zara with a white shirt on and go to the ladies section, pick up a pair, see if you like the overall look

[@abz7509]

Loving these high rise trousers. It’s so difficult to find something affordable.

[@LukeHodges]

They can be hard to find but more and more brands are doing them. Also preowned is a great option!

[@tonytropea7540]

I just picked up 2 pairs at spier and McKay. Very nice very happy with the fit. Not too high.

[@elliottmcfadden6261]

I’ve found luck looking at military surplus pants in non-battle dress uniform (BDU) trousers for a low cost high rise option. They are often high rise in classic cuts. I’ve also had regular modern cut pants that were a size too large and having them altered down to my true waist (belly button level) size. The extra material in the larger pant size mean they can comfortably rest at a higher rise.

[@The_Irish_Fox]

@@tonytropea7540what kind did you get? Been looking at that brands.

[@bernardo6360]

@@LukeHodges doing research on actual affordable pieces would be of great value!! I'm sure there's brands doing half a decent job for a better price. Even if its not the greatest quality

[@xcessiveOverlord]

this is the type of mens fashion content I've been waiting for. thank you so much LH!

[@LukeHodges]

Thank you! glad you like it

[@jpovedart]

Not on the most affordable side, but I can't recommend enough the "Officer Chinos" by Rubato. Mid-High rise, beautiful construction and materials. I was very lucky to get a pretty much brand new pair for 130€ and they're my favorite and most used smart/casual pair of pants

[@georgeleorgebeorge2354]

This is what fixed my baggy ass syndrome. I always thought the reason I had baggy asses on my fits was my small backside, but in reality it wasn’t. Once I switched to higher waist, the pants stay in place up there without sliding down all the time.

[@user-vg4hk7th7m]

me too

[@LukeHodges]

The power of a high waisted trou! 🙌🏻

[@MrDanielEarle]

As a man with a longer torso and shorter legs (like a football/ soccer player), thank you for this video.

[@connoisseurm103]

Some good recommendations there, however some really didn’t look high waisted to me. Possibly because I have incorporated them in my wardrobe for a while now. Some other recommendations would be Lemaire, for those that have a bigger budget and are not afraid to wear a more relaxed version. At the other end of the price scale is Suit Supply who offer a few lovely pieces, particularly their black linen ones. Finally there is Cos which offer a number of variations. Their Atelier line are made to a really high standard but are limited in quantity.

[@LukeHodges]

Thanks for the additions! I intentionally chose those that aren’t too high for 1st time high-risers

[@connoisseurm103]

@@LukeHodges Yeah, I hear you. Totally understandable. I love your "Top Gear" comment! 🤣 It perfectly describes the look you were highlighting!

[@wendellclyne2292]

Just ordered from kit blake thanks for suggestions

[@LukeHodges]

Enjoy!

[@patrickpatel5527]

Thanks for making this mate! Appreciate it

[@LukeHodges]

My pleasure!

[@olliescott3135]

Been waiting for this video! Thank you!

[@user-vg4hk7th7m]

As long as they are trim and tapered, the higher waist is attractive

[@miles-178]

perfect video and recommendations .... greetings from Czech republic

[@stylishoversixty9459]

I truly appreciate your recommendations, however, I think your list is not complete if you don't include Pini Parma and Spier and Mackay I'm sure there are others, but I highly recommend those two, to any gentleman who might be considering or interested in high waisted trousers, thanks for sharing!

[@LukeHodges]

Love both brands!

[@janekJK22]

Love the wide range of options, the higher comfort level when wearing high waste can’t be stressed enough. What’s your take on cuffs?

[@LukeHodges]

I like both cuffed and a plain finish. I normally just go for a cuff to weigh down lighter fabric trousers but they can also make some heavier ones easier to wear with boots etc

[@janekJK22]

@@LukeHodges true, I think it also helps ti bridge the transition to your loafers, when you have larger feet or are not yet ready for wider trousers.

[@tonycanelo2519]

I need to find high waisted jeans.

[@Freco1967]

Thanks Luke! For those based in the US, Todd Snyder has some options. Any experience with Collaro? They offer made to measure high waisted trousers in a variety of fabrics but I've yet to try them.

[@sorrywrongnumber5280]

I wish it was easier to find them from cheaper brands like a $50 pair of dockers with just a little more fabric up top. I was able to get some at DXL for $55, but they're pleated. And I like them, but now I need to find a flat fronted pair. If anybody wants to get the pants from DXL, they have waist sizes 42 and up

[@arabicsartorial2431]

Try Granqvist, Pini Parma and Oliver Brown.

[@LukeHodges]

🙌🏻

[@jackmurphy7537]

I’ve bought 4 pairs from Natalino. Two fatigues and two cotton single pleat. Finding it hard to get my shirts tucked in enough as there seems to be extra fabric that is a bit unsightly. Is this just to be expected or any other tips?

[@LukeHodges]

Love Natalino! Do you mean an extra thickness around the waistline? You may need to let them out a tad just to allow for the shirt material

[@sc1]

Rota is a good high-end brand for trousers.

[@LukeHodges]

🙌🏻

[@user-nt5uv5tj5d]

Any links?

[@jamieward3574]

I need high waisted for better proportion. I'm 6'3 but only have 31inch inside leg so I'm a bit top heavy. If my legs were in proportion with my torso I'd be something daft like 6'9

[@gotthefeelin]

Is that your actual leg measurement, or the length of the trouser? I’m the same height as you and usually take a 32” trouser leg, but my actual measurement is 34”. Before I took any notice about the details of menswear, I’ve found trousers to not only look wrong on me (torso looks way too long), but they’ve been very uncomfortable to wear as I’m slim. The culprit has been low rise trousers that sit on my hip bone. I found a pair of higher rise trousers in a charity shop a few years ago and they made a huge difference, but it’s pretty disheartening to find that the rise I need is so hard to buy now.

[@jamieward3574]

@gotthefeelin actual measurement. It's annoying. The other thing that sucks for me is if you aren't wearing fairly high rise, shirts don't stay tucked because they're rarely long enough for my torso. I ended up getting Eton extra long shirts for the office just so they stay tucked it

[@muhammadrifkiali2030]

put the link on each items please

[@LukeHodges]

All of them are in the substack link

[@alternateunreleasedshellac505]

Do you know of any brands that sell mid to high rise trousers made from natural fibers? That also includes the stitching, label & buttons.

[@LukeHodges]

Sorry, none that cover all those bases. Oliver Spencer is the closest from the list

[@rlmanthorpe]

Can trousers be too high waisted? I've got a pair of ex-military ones that are honestly nearer my nipples than my belly button. I do wear them but I'm never brave enough to tuck my shirt in

[@LukeHodges]

It depends on your personal style. I know a few guys that wear them very high and it fits their aesthetic well. I tend to be a bit more reserved and have a similar pair to the ones you mention and probably wouldn’t tuck a shirt in when wearing them as it feels a bit much.

[@baciperugina836]

pleats or no pleats though?

[@jaysterling26]

I read English pleats - 2 - is better but for some with large hips wouldn't that make them look larger?

[@LukeHodges]

Both!

[@aassante]

The rule I have for my wardrobe is flat front for suit/formal/blacktie pants and double pleats for everything else

[@emjayy1233]

My quads are too big

[@johnalex1345]

I think low waist pants could look good if someone is skinny, but can look very bad if someone has a large belly. It makes the belly look droopy and shocking to others.

[@btudor_06]

I am skinny and prefer mid to high rise trousers.

[@theirishcontrarian4626]

Been wearing a pair of Gurkhas the last two years. Im a bit tubby and not tall and having checking myself in the mirror over time im thinking its a slim mans garment. I feel like i look like uncle Monty sometimes in them. Im sure when i lose weight and tone up itll work better. Height 5, 8 and about 90kg plus

[@aassante]

Wear what you're comfortable in! Gurkhas inherently have more fabric around the top because of he way they buckle. As a stockier guy, my advice would be to evaluate the cut to ensure they're sitting on the waist as opposed to the hips. Depending on your frame, this may balance and streamline silhouete. If you really like the idea of Gurkhas, I'd invest in having a pair made for you as your frame is likely not going to suit your typical house cut. If you do, consider a single buckle Gurkha as opposed to a double closure, and double inward pleats to allow for movement and comfort when sitting.