How Long Should Men's Pants Be?/Trouser Break Explained

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How Long Should Men's Pants Be? In this video, Jeff from The Style O.G. discusses how long men's pants should be. He breaks down the four different trouser breaks and which one's are best for different men.
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[@corpuzone]

For taller gentleman, the full break works. However, shorter below 5’9” it’s best to keep a no break or slight break depending on the type of pants worn. Great tips!

[@lance153]

Close your eyes and you'll hear Samuel L. Jacskon giving you lecture about proper pant length.

[@Hengel_Andrews]

I will NEVER forgive you for this! I can’t unknow or unhear this now that you’ve said this.

[@MileoMajor]

Lmao

[@jonathpeters]

IKR

[@jamesc3695]

😂

[@SJRogers0786]

Except he didn’t use foul language.

[@privateprivate4315]

Getting a Salute from the style O.G. Is the highlight of this holiday season. Also nice that it’s on a video featuring a topic I’ve been wondering about. Thanks for the consistently great videos.

[@TheStyleOG]

Glad to hear it Private!

[@biggdogfresh2263]

@@TheStyleOG what's good big dog I've a problem I like mid break jeans but when I sit down they rise to high showing socks what should I do

[@jaywayytoofresh9670]

I'm 6'1 and usually a no break guy but l would try a slight break just to step out of my comfort zone great video Style O.G.

[@TheStyleOG]

Thanks Jay!

[@MIKE1REAL]

I like this dude. I seen a couple of his videos, but I was a little on the fence. Well, I'm officially a subscriber now, with the alert button on active. Keep doing your thing. Salute! Mike

[@TheStyleOG]

glad I got you off the fence Mike! lol . welcome to the channel!

[@derrickjohnson3096]

I am 6ft 1ins. and I go with slight break for my dress pants and no break for my jeans except for my dark denims that i treat like my dress pants so they have a slight break. Keep dropping that knowledge OG.

[@TheStyleOG]

you know I will Derrick!

[@TrojanMars1]

I remember posting this exact question a couple of weeks/month ago: glad you opted for a full video additional response. Thanks again G. And as always: Saaaluuuute!

[@TheStyleOG]

Salute Trojan!

[@ricallen621]

I just got done explaining this to one of my employees. It was good to share this video with him. Thanks brother

[@TheStyleOG]

no problem Ric!

[@garthwright6308]

Slight break on everything, especially on suits. Awesome content as usual!!

[@tc5691]

Nice work on this one Jeff. 👍🏻

[@kevlaar4795]

Man.right on time with this one bro Got birthdays and anniversary coming up,gettin pants tailord real soon ....salute!!!

[@TheStyleOG]

Salute Kevin!

[@bossinlife.4927]

Yo bro always on top with the facts G..thanks man..enjoy your week king.💯

[@TheStyleOG]

You too King!

[@jasonm129]

Glad to see the sponsors reaching out! 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@TheStyleOG]

my man Jason!

[@bmorebigboi5009]

I'm 47 and I didn't know what a pants break was until this moment. Thanks O.G.

[@TheStyleOG]

No problem!

[@ardentdfender4116]

I totally get the break now. I like somewhere between the slight to medium. I wear very high quality leather shoes that are stylish or leather ankle dress booth type, so showing off my shoes is a good thing in my style. Got over a dozen new dress pants incoming soon to take to tailor. So I now understand how to assess the break and trouser tailor look I want. Thanks.

[@johnmoses681]

Your style advice is always right on and I appreciate you cover styles for the mature man.

[@TheStyleOG]

Thanks John!

[@ihatefosters]

Nicely broken down! And you getting sponsors is a great sign for your channel 👌

[@TheStyleOG]

Thanks Slick!

[@PiecesOfJenus]

Again, you nailed it!

[@rideyalife]

I press like before i even watch the video. Thats how confident i am of my style OG, Jeff ;)

[@TheStyleOG]

my guy!

[@RizwanKler]

Salute O.G! Thanks for explaining this 😎

[@TheStyleOG]

no problem Riz!

[@goldigums]

What up OG!! You put up another banger my man!!!

[@TheStyleOG]

Thanks Goldigums!

[@alb8463]

I appreciate you taking time to educate and style all your bros out there. I have a question, along with length what’s a good taper size or opening size ?

[@dominicescaner5500]

Definitely agree to “Fit is king”. 👍🏾 👍🏾 Great video OG!!

[@TheStyleOG]

Thanks Dominic!

[@joelsrerese4648]

Great video! I love watching his videos because it helps a lot of improving my style in fashion, SALUTE TO YOU SIR!

[@TheStyleOG]

Salute Joel!

[@YoungoneYoung-lm4xe]

Aside from Pat Riley, you're the only person I've heard speak on this topic.It's refreshing to see that I'm not the only person who knows what a "Break" is and the different types.Keep em coming O G.

[@TheStyleOG]

Salute !

[@djdebonairone]

My Sunday was going along ok until the notification came out for another master class in style. Now my Sunday is complete.

[@TheStyleOG]

much love DJ!

[@djdebonairone]

Of course brother.. Keep the lessons coming..

[@nickalton]

Excellent video!! Very helpful!

[@TheStyleOG]

Thanks Nicholas !

[@martinm5961]

Always enjoy your presentations.

[@TheStyleOG]

Thanks Martin !

[@claudia8861]

I learn good useful things in this video. Thanks, sir.

[@diaymae]

always filling in the fashion knowledge gap. this video thought me about pants length I had no idea. Thanks and Salute!

[@TheStyleOG]

Salute Oscar!

[@charliejenkins3510]

Thanks for the info man!

[@TheStyleOG]

No problem Charlie !

[@franciscofausto1378]

This video helped a lot. Great content.

[@TheStyleOG]

Glad to hear it Francisco!

[@steveh2027]

Can you do a video on where to pickup some wool trousers for the winter, especially for the guys with bigger thighs? I usually wear athletic fits or the Levi 502 when I can find it but unfortunately wool trousers seem to be mostly slim or classic fit.

[@TopMale]

Understood! Thanks G!

[@melanadkins2170]

Thanks for the advice in this video

[@TheStyleOG]

You got it Game!

[@KingBuddha84]

Great video. As usual!

[@TheStyleOG]

Thanks Pinero!

[@staceycarter3956]

Thank you 🙏 so much brother

[@scottswartz4922]

Great video, breaks are something about pants that I never really understood. Now that I know might be a little less conservative and go for a medium or slight break, as I don’t really enjoy showing off my ankles.

[@TheStyleOG]

Appreciate it Scott!

[@westfieldartworks8188]

Slight break or no break.....any more than that makes my heart ache. Thanks, G.

[@TheStyleOG]

Haha!

[@kirisutegomen12]

No pants above your ankles? Lol

[@Razzzordback]

Thx OG as a short guy First Time in my Life i try no break or slight on my jeans . And this look spectacular Good.

Nice video, great content OG 👌Salute!!!

[@TheStyleOG]

Thanks Ralph!

[@donaldivey6777]

The KZbin God's sent me to you🤣🤣🤣. Been wanting to dress more like a grown up. I ain't no young cat no more. Just watched a couple of videos of yours and I appreciate the tips. Keep'em coming 🙂.

[@TheStyleOG]

welcome to the channel Donald!

[@michaeljohnson1015]

Great breakdown. 🔥🔥🔥

[@TheStyleOG]

Thanks Michael!

[@thestylishgrownman5919]

Another hit, Jeff!

[@TheStyleOG]

Thanks Mike!

[@christopherlynnjohnson2706]

Great advice!

[@TheStyleOG]

thanks elliven!

[@RUCROCK1]

Another excellent vid fam, very informative, happy holidays, Be Safe;-)

[@TheStyleOG]

appreciate it my G!

[@robertjackson3819]

Well done, Jeff.

[@TheStyleOG]

Thanks Robert!

[@Larry-qz3es]

Great video as always O.G. As a short man of 5'5 tall, waist 30 and 28 inseam, I go for a no break in my for pants. Tapering my pant to a 7.5 opening is good to give a show of my shoes as well.

[@TheStyleOG]

good stuff Larry!

[@derekdauchan2741]

Thanks for breaking this down. Always struggled with finding that sweet spot where the break is not too long but doesn't feel too short when walking. Mainly with jeans and slacks. Appreciate this brother !

[@TheStyleOG]

You got it Derek!

[@justmythings4921]

IAM a tall guy like 6" what break should I go for trousers

[@stookeyslaughter]

This video actually works for us guys 32-34 length. Thanks O.G.!

[@RobertBryant-sr6hs]

I have a question for you Og it's about blazers and sport coats do I remove the buttons on the sleeves, ?

[@real_fjcalabrese]

Great practical explanation and advice. I favour a somewhat vintage look, and the full break is too much for me. At 5'11" 205 lbs, I'm not a small man, and I cannot pull off either the full break or no break looks. I know guys who can pull off these looks. Experimenting with different breaks is the best way to discover this.

[@TheStyleOG]

I agree Frederick!

[@frankonolfi7328]

I'm thinking different breaks for different trousers.

[@deeparks282]

Great video and tips 😎👍👍. Salute

[@TheStyleOG]

Salute Dee!

[@alanwhite7912]

Great..top video. Really informative.

[@TheStyleOG]

Thanks Allen!

[@hardenernest5]

Hey Brother Jeff how you doing man since I've been watching your Channel I'm more conscious of what I wear how I look and how it looks on me I'm really into the break of the pants and you show me the one that I need which is the one that you wear the most the slight break I've even got my wife looking at men's pants and she'll say they're too long they don't look good salute

[@TheStyleOG]

wife know best Ernest!

[@hardenernest5]

@@TheStyleOG hey Jeff I'm thinking about buying my first pair of brown wingtips what brand do you recommend

[@lawyerpace]

Teach my brother I love you shows I've been telling all my older brothers

[@TheStyleOG]

Thanks LP!

[@dacjr9]

@The Style O.G. New subscriber here. Thanks for putting out this informative video, I'm learning quite a bit from your channel so far. Anyway, I've just started to address my style issues especially concerning the pants I wear. I'm 5'10, 215/220ish and usually a 36/38 in the waist, should I go with 36x30/38x30 to go with my chelsea boots? I currently wear 36x32/38x32 and now realized it is way too long. Thanks in advance brother!👍

[@DrShawnECarrSrUnveilingTruth]

I'm traditional and conservative at 5" 7 and like a slight break.

[@Jack-jh5ls]

Awesome video!!!!! Targets goodfellow chinos are the best fitting pants I own and they break a little too! I am going to look into Peter Manning as well!

[@TheStyleOG]

Appreciate it Jack!

[@mikejohnson7067]

Hey @thestyleOG I like the slight break the best. What size do you think I should get. I'm 5'9. I was thinking a 29?

[@WopOnDaTrack]

Where did you get those jeans from the no break example and the grey pants from the slight break example?

[@TheStyleOG]

Peter Manning

[@MrHwallach]

Og you brake it down well pun intended with the knowledge you show. I'll be rocking loafers with no show socks so have a few higher brake pants, keep the cool vibe and vids Geoffrey

[@TheStyleOG]

Thanks Hagen!

[@ScooterBlia2]

Great informative video! Would it be unusual to try get all my pants in a slight break and cuff from there? Referring specifically for denim and casual pants such as chinos.

[@TheStyleOG]

not unusual at all...

[@thomasweeks7992]

Thank you I am so glad I found you

[@TheStyleOG]

No problem Thomas !

[@jmorgan0829]

Hummmm ..now this is a very interesting topic... something i would have never thought off. No break...looks good on the younger guys and very fashionable guys like my nieces husband . Your correct. Minor break is a great look to show off the shoes. Medium break is a very overall look. The full break is what i see alot of old dudes wear lol. Also inference to your sponsor Peter Manning NYC he came up with a excellent concept for men who have difficulties with length among other things. I love the trousers, jeans,etc.. i also think they do a fantastic job selling great quality clothes ..for a reasonable cost. Great job again bro❤

[@TheStyleOG]

Appreciate it Jeannine!

[@mac_vegas7026]

Good vid.

[@TheStyleOG]

Thanks L!

[@jbameagamontana7774]

Oh This is Dope!!!

[@TheStyleOG]

Thanks JBA!

[@willjavtor]

As a big guy I LOVE NO BREAK LOVE SHOWING MY SHOES 😔 but with chinos or denim trouser med break but everything always taper

[@TheStyleOG]

appreciate the input willjavtor!

[@Nemo0610]

What up O.G. With my suits and chinos- no/slight break... jeans medium, stacked look always looks good with the mid shoes

[@TheStyleOG]

appreciate the input Nehemiah!

[@DreadlockRasta843]

Salute OG

[@TheStyleOG]

Salute Eric!

[@chrisbarr5795]

Also went through Birmingham great clothes, there they looked sharp.

[@mitigatedgalltv5747]

Damn this video was dope.. ima big fan plaboy✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾 #salute

[@TheStyleOG]

Appreciate it !

[@sam-o8589]

As always great video brother.....slight-break all the way......👍🔥🙏

[@TheStyleOG]

Always appreciated here Sammy!

[@chrisbarr5795]

Didnt know that term, handy! Thanks G Oh, dropped into memphis seen people with stylish clothes. Everywhere but, it was all wrong the clothes were wearing them.

[@TheStyleOG]

You got it Chris!

[@quaddafismith7018]

I'm old school (40 yrs old). The medium break is the style for me. Sometimes full break depending on the shoes I'm wearing. It's some Jordans that look bulky so I got to find the right break

[@TheStyleOG]

appreciate the input Quaddafi!

[@jorad4887]

The rock ain't got nothing on your eyebrow, your killing it!

[@fraac]

damn, i didn't know any of this. thanks!

[@TheStyleOG]

no problem Kenneth!

[@allensilva7357]

Love the video!! just rocked my gray New Republic Chelsea Boots last Friday and the jeans with no break The girlfriend loved the look. Does the shoe dictate the break? One again great stuff lets get you to 100,000 before 2019!! SALUTE!!

[@TheStyleOG]

with boots I rock a higher break...thanks Allen

[@nachodiaz2221]

as a short guy myself, thanks for the recommended website.

[@TheStyleOG]

No problem!

[@davidezaia7331]

Awesome one my friend! Could you give me a brand suggestion for chelsea boots? I'm looking forward to buy a pair of them :)

[@marcogonzalez4615]

Davide Zaia Allen Edmonds or to boot

[@balder6337]

Thursday Boots if you're looking for something at 200$, I also know Allen Edmonds are having a sale atm.

[@STILLNIGHTPEARL]

I like a medium to full break, anything less than that tends to make it look like I’m wearing high waters and when I sit down the leg opening really rides up beyond my boots and looks funny.

[@mitchellwright6920]

Like if you decide to cuff yours jeans...how big is a proper size for them or how long should they be? Like for jeans? 2 inch max? Or....

[@zncuentertainment712]

This is super helpful since we are the same height with the same inseam.

[@robertlemonsjr]

Wow. I got schooled on something I never thought about. Thanks

[@TheStyleOG]

no problem Robert!

[@TheMacpeel21]

Salute 👌🏾

[@TheStyleOG]

Salute Alexx!

[@damonm.]

Man didn't know it was called a full break. I thought it was a fashion faux pas not to wear it like that but for men in their 70s, and 80s it was OK and got a pass for it. Thanks for the knowledge O.G.

[@TheStyleOG]

you got it Damon!

[@JohnNathanShopper]

It depends how high you wear your pants. Even a slight drop as opposed to hiking up your pants completely makes all the difference, especially for the quarter break.

[@TheStyleOG]

appreciate the input John!

[@darkman8022]

just watch the video good stuff bro

[@TheStyleOG]

Thanks!

[@alvinsanchez967]

I'm a medium break and cuff pants man myself but I'm trying to get out of my comfort zone. By expanding the styles I wear with slight changes bit by bit. Currently I'm been trying slight breaks and no cuffing. This Thanksgiving Sunday I had ordered two slim corduroy pants (in brown & dark grey) which are tapered in the legs rather than the straight leg ill fittings I had once worn as a kid. What break do you think would be appropriate for a slim corduroy pants? PS: I've added to my boot collection a pair of duck boots in black/tan. You video on "10 Best Fall 2018 Shoes Under $100" had me keep an eye out for a duck boots I would find stylish enough to wear with non-rugged casuals. It comes with waterproof full-grain leather, waterproof suede, wax laces, and a sneaker like sole. The downside is for the high quality materials it is well over $100 at $180 but in the long run the looks, function, and durability should pay off.

[@TheStyleOG]

I would go with a slight break on those cords Alvin

[@alvinsanchez967]

Fast response. While looking for tips on Chelsea boots I had come across the answer in your video "How to Wear Chelsea Boots". The second outfit you was wearing a flannel shirt, slim fit corduroy pant and brown suede Chelsea is the look I am building but instead of brown suede a pair of java waterproof nubuck.

[@RicksWayOfLife]

How does one stop pants from shrinking when coming out of the dry? I like the no break. Does Peter Manning NYC have no shrink pants or something similar?

[@angelbaez6756]

Great videos. Here 2022

[@jonothandoeser]

Of my favorite FLOODING!

[@seanmcguire7974]

I like the no break or little stacking as possible.

[@dmespolet]

I'm 5'5'' and I gotta buy cropped pants just to fit me normally. I'm learning a lot from your videos. Keep up the good work!

[@TheStyleOG]

will dodmespolet!

[@blackentrepreneur244]

Brah, I'm 5'2 & never done that in my life. Find your right size, & make sure you have little to no break

[@jimklemens5018]

Cropped?

[@pitdawg6418]

1st beak are HIGH WATERS! Lmfknao Hahaha

[@KDUB1970]

Jeff, long time, my man! Been away for a minute, great vid to come back to, details make the difference. And how long til I get that "salute"? Ha ha, Happy Holidays, O.G!

[@TheStyleOG]

I got you Kanard!

[@JustRicky]

I wear more 'slight breaks' than any other breaks. However, I do wear 'medium breaks' depending what clothes I'm wearing esp. if it's for work. #Salute

[@TheStyleOG]

appreciate the input Ricky!

[@matyasgembala]

Never read compliments on the background groove selection, so here's one!

[@TheStyleOG]

Nice Matyas!

[@KiDSON.]

My style OG never fails me.

[@TheStyleOG]

I try not to !