Proper Length of Men's Pants | Trouser Length

Today, we're talking about the proper length of jeans, chinos and dress trousers.
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[@RealMenRealStyle]

Dropping the essential knowledge!!! Love ya John!

[@40OverFashion]

Thank you Antonio!

[@braveheart3351]

Im 54,a filipino and had Been a follower for more than 2 yearS now.. all your tips and advice in becoming more fashionable on this age of ours helps me a lot... of all male fashion vloggers ,its your vligs that i love a lot.. Thank you more power and God bless

[@40OverFashion]

Thank you!

[@alponca5943]

Glad you made this video! Its true as we get older the perception may be that we are sloppy by not paying attention to this small detail. Thanks for all the great content you make in your channel and share with us all John!

[@adamkirby2570]

Love this video. I truly believe...cuffing is ones own style and how you feel when you look in the mirror. I am 47 years young and started cuffing my jeans this year (showing ankle...with a very low sock or a no-show sock) and it looks really good I think. I have gotten so many compliments this year on my "new" look (not just my pant cuffing), it's been so nice. I would like to thank you for some of this John, I watch your videos and after losing 80 pounds, my entire "look" (wardrobe) has obviously changed!!!👍

[@bw5187]

good job

[@michaelstratton6701]

I really like your style, it's very simular to mine, in the past year I've stepped up my game,thanx for the tips

[@robertofont1878]

I think some of my favorite videos is when you cover men’s fashion and your “personal opinions.” I am fortunate to have a great seamstress 5 minutes from my home & I have taken quite a few pants to have them taken up and narrowed. John, I still think you are the person men (at least I) would hire for a consultation & shopping expedition.

[@40OverFashion]

Love that! Thank you very much!!

[@dugtipton]

Jon, perfect timing per usual, I'm visiting Downtown Boston currently and I have noticed several men, sharply dressed with varying trouser lengths, my son and I actually had a conversation about it...thanks as always, I like the wide cuff personally

[@40OverFashion]

Thank you Doug!

[@charleschristopher5319]

Simple and meaningful presentation ! Excellent John !! Thank you.

[@c.1211]

My dude John! Looking good like always! You've help me out a lot. Thanks for your videos.👍

[@40OverFashion]

Thank you very much!

[@BobsCreativeDays]

Great info!!! Also loving the jacket. Have a great day John.

[@40OverFashion]

Thank you Bob!

[@dfreshley58]

More good stuff John! Thanks for sharing

[@Gururaj90]

Great, informative n much needed video. Thank you John 😊

[@40OverFashion]

Thank you very much for watching!

[@walterflores456]

Thanks for the video John, I enjoyed it and also appreciate the techniques, take care!!

[@40OverFashion]

Thank you very much for watching!

[@ttime2024]

John, love your communication style. Thank you for your hard work.

[@40OverFashion]

Very welcome

[@veronicianyveronica5290]

Great show as always, John!

[@40OverFashion]

Thank you!

[@chronometa]

As a short dude tailoring is essential, especially if you have an athletic build.

[@JosuesierraNetpage]

Hey John! Just landed a new role at an organization with a more "dressy" culture, so I'm buying dressier pants for the first time in 6 years! I Google'd pant's length and found your channel! Great content -- subscribed and liked! Now I'm off to find your videos about shoes.

[@40OverFashion]

That's awesome! Glad you're here Josue!

[@jobro524]

One of your best videos. Loved the information

[@40OverFashion]

Thank you Johnra!

[@jacknjill3000]

I know a few years back, pants (chino and jeans) everyone was letting them bunch up and that was the look. But now with pants slimming down, I think it doesn’t look good breaking/bunching up too much as before. Yeah. I have some new pants and need to hem them bc I normally buy 32” lengths but on the slimmer chinos, they look not right. I think part of this is bc many are wearing slimmer chinos with no break or higher to show their ankles and shoes. Thanks for the video.

[@dennish9553]

Great content and new sub. After 2 yrs of WFH and loosing 30 lbs it's time for new wardrobe. Your channel and o.g. are helpful. Always liked slight to no break in trousers. Replacing my now baggy jeans with same. Best regards.

[@40OverFashion]

Thank you Dennis!

[@leonardcroft1467]

Great Video !! Love Cuffs on my Trousers !!

[@ravjc55]

thanks, john. extremely helpful.

[@andrew1212w]

Nice video John. I prefer a full break on all my pants and jeans because I have long legs with a long stride and I don’t like showing too much ankle when I walk (bare ankles and skinny fit jeans are OK on younger guys!)

[@jaynarayanan3593]

I was waiting for this session John.. Thank you. What about having sessions specifically on apt attire styles on different built men?

[@40OverFashion]

Great suggestion Jay!

[@philipmack2115]

Awesome content John! Thank you. Have you ever covered in detail what kinds of hats older guys should wear? I found one of your videos with a brief mention of hats.

[@40OverFashion]

Great suggestion! I'm not much of a hat expert, but it might be something I can look in to.

[@jerryvelmer7037]

@@40OverFashion i’m

[@markcluff7104]

Can you do a video on gym clothing? I’m over 50 and want to know what to wear at the gym. Thanks

[@mohammedrahman3447]

I think it should be noted that if the length is just above the shoe or with minimal break than when sitting it will expose the leg and socks more than you might like. So I think just a tad bit of a break is just enough.

[@gilbertb8078]

I'm learning,thank you.

[@morgan97475]

Informative video. But for me, though I prefer the "straight leg" version of jeans and chinos, my rather thick calves make me a bit self-conscious about that style. When I get up from a seated position, my straight-leg trousers are caught on my thick calves and while standing, I wonder if the trousers look too narrow. Recommendations?

[@edwardchew7049]

Thanks! Very informative 👍

[@stuartroberts6272]

Rebuilding my wardrobe from near zero after losing 3 suit sizes. Thanks for the length info. I'm searching for the perfect balance in a navy blazer, not too expensive, not too gaudy with logo buttons, wear it for years quality. Any suggestions? On sale is always a good idea but I need a 41 long NOW.

[@Final_Turn]

I am fan of Chinos - Ankle is the last stop . Good Content John Appreciate that ! Regards,

[@40OverFashion]

Thank you very much! Appreciate your comment

[@ronaldbohan2720]

Thanks for the good video on pants length.

[@David-wo9un]

Excellent content as always!

[@40OverFashion]

Thank you David!

[@rod5330]

Those monk straps were fire!

[@ronm6585]

Good stuff John, thank you.

[@40OverFashion]

Thank you very much Ron!

[@mikeserum1409]

Excellent Video - love the shoes at 2:15 - can you tell me brand - LOVE!

[@ckchappell]

Very good. Thank you! To anyone. Is a jean or chino pinch cuff still work in 2022?

[@buzmcg]

This video is EXACTLY what I was looking for. Thanks very much! Also, I appreciate the formality of referencing me as "Mr. McGuire," but everybody calls me Buz.

[@40OverFashion]

Thanks for the suggestion! I’m glad you liked it.

[@martinnorwood378]

Love your channel...I always wondered what the appropriate length should be for men our / my age. Now, what about these wild colored socks I see a lot of guys wearing???

[@ardenpowers7730]

Great info ! Formal attire should be worn with no cuff, and at least touching the top of the shoe or with a slight break in the front. While the over all "high water" look exposing the ankle , or contrasting length dropping below the heel in the back of the shoe are no go's. Thanks for sharing . . .

[@willlevine9692]

Thank you, John.

[@40OverFashion]

Thanks Will!

[@davidalonzo1030]

Excellent info. I'm gonna try the SANDWICH IN THE CUFF idea. 😂 Excellent info. I have had trouble finding my proper length of pants. I'm short; 5ft 8. Short legs; 29 or 30 length. I like your rules. Thank you.

[@Mohamedalijama143]

Thanks John!

[@40OverFashion]

Thanks for watching!

[@WheelieMacBin]

Cuffs to me are a bit too much of a 'just stepped off the yacht' nautical look, and best worn with a pair of deck shoes. You just can't beat good tailoring for a quality looking hem. Love the video's John, keep 'em coming.

[@rushikesh707]

Great stuff buddy

[@lesliemanuel6971]

Great post

[@rdl4530]

Great video John, firm believer in the taper from the knee down to the foot. I have a short inseam so I prefer a 7” leg opening with no break.

[@90210sky]

I love the no break look, but I hate the rear of my hem jumping inside the edge of the shoe. Alternatives are to wear casual boots, inclined hem or.........? any better ideas?

[@afrieser]

Good tips! Cheers from Chile!

[@40OverFashion]

Cheers my friend! Thanks for watching!

[@artsim5977]

Can you make a video on what to wear to a nightclub/gentlemans club?

[@nothingbettertodonbtd3539]

Hi john. May i know what shoes u were wearing with the white chinos (orange shoes) and also w the jeans (black shoes)? Thanks

[@LowdenFretter]

Great video John, at least in my opinion :)

[@greggraham9785]

Hello John, how are you? Thank you again for that informative video. Stay safe

[@40OverFashion]

Thank you very much Greg!

[@alexmataac8462]

John, You always emphasize that pants should be tapered starting from the knee. I have a denim given to me by my brother that is slightly flared. What can I do to make myself more "fashionable" by not altering the pants. More power to you and your channel. By the way, I'm from the Philippines.

[@Flexrolon]

Hi John, really like this video as always you're doing a great job. By the way like your haircut, and also I would like to see a video on polo shirt, not the brand. Stay safe

[@40OverFashion]

Thank you very much Felix!

[@40OverFashion]

I made a video about Polo shirts a few months ago.. kzbin.info/www/bejne/epaaiqZnaLFjp8k

[@FastTrack-1]

It's good you made this video, but it would be good to know what would be general guide to how much taper form the knee down. Or how much would a typical hem width be (measuring one side flat ). Also with regards the length touching the shoe, ( I know this might be silly question ) would this be still valid if wearing socks ?

[@Larry-qz3es]

I am 5'5 tall and I have all my pants tailored for a no-break look that touches the shoe and taper with a 28 inseam and 7.5 leg opening. This helps us as a short men to accentuate good clean look and height.

[@40OverFashion]

Exactly! Well done Larry!

[@beyondview]

yous shawt

[@laurenthanser]

Hi John, sorry... Watching you after a long time due corona measures. Glad to see you are still up and running. Btw, Just hit age of 50, but still feel like i am end 30..... 😂. Keep up the vids ! Great job again !

[@40OverFashion]

Welcome back!

[@jasonnixon433]

This issue is always with me specially with jeans😂.Thank you.

[@AlexGonzalez-qo7yp]

Great John 👍👌

[@abbasalkawiz2228]

Good video, Thanks John👍🌷. You are right .. ankle expose doesn't work for older folks.

[@christiancasaboza8608]

i'd like to know Nick Wooster's opinion.

[@abbasalkawiz2228]

@@christiancasaboza8608 😂

[@SamTheOwl]

cool thanks

[@aliboss52]

Whether is it short, medium and long break all three choices are of individual preference. I prefer the old school style of dressing. I like to wear high waist pants, semi baggy cut with long droop break and one and a half inch cuff of course. Dressing is a very subjective preference. To each their best.

[@cedargroves]

Good info. Thank you sir

[@40OverFashion]

Always welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@Hi-pt2nq]

Hi, which sneakers are those at 2:18,first I thought they were greats royale but I see they are not?

[@kyprianharasymowycz9378]

Thanks for this, John. I’m 6’4”, and it’s nearly impossible to find the right length in my waist size, 38”. My tailor will be seeing a lot of me!

[@40OverFashion]

You'll be looking sharp too! Thanks for watching!

[@ttop64]

Well John I've gotta say that I definitely have a case of shoe envy after watching todays' video. I'm really diggin' those monk straps you were wearing. Brand? Peace. :)

[@40OverFashion]

Thanks Kevin! Those are actually custom shoes from Daniel George. If you remember the custom suit I had made, the shoes were also part of that process.

[@SansAziza]

Suspenders can help to fine tune the cuff length.

[@supersonique001]

Agree on most of what you've said except for the 'excessive tapering' issue that seems to still be prevalent today. I really don't think it works well for classic style dress trousers especially if u have an athletic build (muscular thighs and calves) and start looking like u have legs like a string of sausages a la Daniel Craig! It also accentuates big feet which look like large rowboats, clownish! Middle of the road would be my recommendation .

[@ameeral-shammaa9012]

Are these single monk strap dark grey/ black shoes from Santoni?

[@henryvillalona7833]

Hi again, when will you talk about T-shirt?

[@darrellfoster5889]

Nice video!!!

[@40OverFashion]

Thank you Darrell!

[@cuthbertwchance9045]

Long time no see john, like this. Information on pant enjoy stay safe sir

[@40OverFashion]

Thank you!

[@kareemroberts3698]

In my casual pants and dress pants I rather have my pants to a half break.... those other pants will feel tight on me. My jeans will continue to be relax fit. I tried the slim fit and it feels tight on me

[@40OverFashion]

Thank you for your comment!

[@andreleverettejr3747]

I'm in Texas, pin-rolling my pants to show the ankles as saved me from more than i know, I respect your opinion sir very much but because of the weather and being in a casual setting most of the time I have to lol I use to be stationed in California as well so yes hot weather my legs thank me lol

[@40OverFashion]

Thanks Andre!

[@davidgitonga2907]

I love this, though i was not expecting to lough until the other guy made a comparison of cuff being same size as sandwich 😁😂😂😂😂

[@gungfuriceboy]

Great videos John thanks! i'll be 'hitting' 60 this April 2022. i've lost a little bit of weight..( waist 38..to about 36 inches ..short inseam 29 inches ). i think i'm 'shrinking' too!..LOL! My question is: Can a Good Tailor...taper..& hem my pants ( jeans...to chinos..dress pants )...not only with the 'Length' ...but tapering a bit in the Hip / waist..& Bum area...so it's Not 'flapping around'?? This Goes for my 'Jackets as well...Would it make 'sense' to have them 'Adjusted'.. ...or do i have to SPEND Big Bucks On a New Wardrobe?...Would Appreciate Your Guidance/Suggestion! Cheers From Canada...( Robert ).

[@40OverFashion]

Yes they can!

[@gungfuriceboy]

@@40OverFashion Thanks John! now to find the 'Right-Experienced' Tailor! cheers!

[@ThaBKeeper]

Fun fact, cuffing straight leg raw denim, looks dope

[@keithosorio8598]

Unfortunately I am between inseam length so I usually have to have my pants hemmed. My tailor retired and I haven’t found a new one yet. Lots of seamstresses around, but not many real tailors.

[@40OverFashion]

Keep looking Keith, you’ll find one. Thanks for watching!

[@rashidsaifudheen9178]

Nice video 👍🏻

[@40OverFashion]

Thank you!

[@juliemenezes254]

Thanks for a great video. Now I know why guys trousers are always too short when they are sat down!

[@Aggnog]

What is the length of the cuffs here? Looks like 5cm or so, but I've heard 4.2cm as a good size as well.

[@aapezel]

Just enough for a sandwich 😉

[@jonasaberg]

I tried the cuffed jeans look for about five minutes but honestly, I just felt it made me look like I bought jeans too long and just said "F it". In the past (when I was in junior high and actually had pants that were too long) I just couldn't get them to stay cuffed/rolled up. At some point they just fall down and get stepped on, which is very annoying especially when raining or in the winter. Personally, I feel properly hemmed jeans or any other type pants is the safest way to go. Pinrolling may be in right now but what about a year or two from now? I just can't be bothered to follow fashion that closely.

[@kironchowdhury2277]

Bangladeshi 🇧🇩 fan your❤️❤️

[@stanislas4990]

It's a great video about men's pants length. Jeans or pants too long are ugly. When it's too short (when your socks are visible), even if it's a trend right now, it's not nice neither. One break is perfect. I am not a fan of cuffed jeans or chinos. In my opinion it's better to have them tailored.

[@40OverFashion]

Thank you very much for watching!

[@sfyie]

what is three- fourth length in a trouser🤔

[@Kanoemirate]

Cuffing a pant is something I find disgusting & I'm less than 40.

[@fahimbilwani1338]

Informative. Thank you John

[@40OverFashion]

Very welcome!

[@truenorthaffirmations7049]

Always🔥🤘🔥

[@hanks72]

Thank you for that information. My problem is that I'm struggling to find a reliable tailor. So many in the past have ruined my clothes. Can you help?

[@40OverFashion]

That’s a tough call, sorry you’ve had that experience. My only advice would be to find an actual tailor, not a partial tailor in a dry cleaning business. Find someone that does military uniforms, and wedding dresses. They tend to have a higher skill set.

[@hanks72]

Thank you for replying. I will absolutely look into what you have suggested.

[@randallsmith7124]

my big thing is, I don't like it when the hem of my pant gets caught in the back of my shoe... which is why I go a little longer. A little break in front... and coverage in the back...

[@harrilahti-luopa5953]

You are stylish and handsome.

[@danielfrancis3660]

Love the shoes 4:45 beautiful

[@zenzombie72]

What's the difference between fashion and style?

[@40OverFashion]

Fashion is what you wear. Style is what you have.

[@douglasyong6939]

Is there a correlation between jacket sleeve length and trouser length?

[@40OverFashion]

Hi Doug, there’s no real correlation other than they should each be the correct length. Not too long, not too short.

[@jimklemens5018]

No.

[@mikemikecohen]

Good basic knowledge as usual. Finding someone to shorten jeans is not as easy as it sounds. Special equipment is necessary to do it properly and asking for 1/2" shorter adds a major expense to the already overpriced item.

[@mikew742]

Massive cuffs on any trouser (see 4:45) is the exact reason why so many take the piss out of US fashion. That look was in during the 1990’s, never since.

[@Manakel77]

Hi Jon, may I give you all a buying recommendation, even if slightly out of topic? buy clothes in your home country!!! people from different areas of the world have different body proportions, legs length/girth/waist rate, shirts torso/shoulder/sleeves/collar rate. I come from a Mediterranean country and I live in the UK. I hardly find clothes that fit my body shape in the UK (I'm 179cm, 65kg, in metric system).

[@abbasalkawiz2228]

You have in UK: Next, marks and spencer and debenhams. And what I like in Next is they have wide range of chinos and jeans with different cuts and different length of inseam. I am 176cm 88kg and most of my wardrobe from Next.

[@Manakel77]

@@abbasalkawiz2228 indeed! I like Gap and River Island too. I'm saying that the same company makes different products to different countries to fit the average body parts proportion. You now remind me I'm not having a walk in Oxford St since last march, thx pandemia!

[@ephremhardin4291]

Hello John, You know what I noticed about men fashion channels. I never ever see or seen information about fall , spring or summer golf outfits. Something that might be interesting. What do you think? Only because I play golf.

[@abbasalkawiz2228]

@@Manakel77 Most of the brands currently offer online shopping service, IMO Zara and Gap are one of the best affordable brands.🌷

[@Manakel77]

@@abbasalkawiz2228 that's great once you already know your actual size. I don't know that because I lost 10kg during the lockdown. Thank you for the tip. I appreciate.

[@YourRandomQuestionGuy]

At the moment most of my pants have elastic around the waist.

[@lovemadeinjapan]

No elastic in pants. Nowhere. Not even in the fabric.