Regarding the length of pants, it's a topic that has been discussed repeatedly. Although it is constantly mentioned, "accidents" still occur.
After looking at this group of pictures, you will know which picture has cleaner and more neat trouser cuffs, which better conforms to the general aesthetic standards.
On the left is a problem that men often encounter when wearing suits - the pants are piled up on the shoe surface. It's really not good-looking at all and can easily make your legs look shorter! So men should take this matter seriously!
When it comes to choosing trousers, they are often overlooked compared to suits. However, as men's "lower body attire", trousers play a crucial role. Especially if the length is not properly controlled, a straight and neat pair of trousers can suddenly become long and untidy.
So never overlook such small details. Sometimes, shortening a bit from the overly long size can make your body proportions elongated, and you'll look more energetic overall.
Of course, the length of the pants is not necessarily shorter is better. For long pants, it's better to cover the upper part of the shoes. Or you can try the fashionable way of wearing nine-inch pants. Any shorter length would no longer be in line with the general aesthetic standards.
To determine if the length of a man's trousers is appropriate, one can observe and judge it through the "PANTS BREAK" method. PANTS BREAK refers to the folds and accumulations formed between the trouser cuffs and the shoes when standing. The habits and lengths of wearing trousers can mainly be divided into the four situations shown in the following picture.
Firstly, we will not recommend the length of the FULL BREAK trousers to you unless it is for a special occasion.
The reason is that the hem of the FULL BREAK trousers just touches the heel of the shoes. This length of trousers is very conservative and will cause deep creases at the front of the trouser legs. It is suitable for wearing in formal and high-end ceremonial occasions.
Also, the leg width tends to be a bit looser, otherwise it would bunch up very badly. So don't try it on easily; it can give a sloppy and unkempt appearance and is not suitable for a wide range of social occasions.
A more moderate and safe length for the pants is QUARTER BREAK and HALF BREAK. The front slightly covers the upper part of the shoes, and the back does not touch the heel.
A neat suit, paired with neat trousers and showing off stylish leather shoes, not only elongates the proportion of the legs but also gives an elegant appearance. It is appropriate for formal, business, social and other occasions, being polite and proper.
However, influenced by the current fashion trends, men's trousers have a tendency to become shorter in length and narrower at the cuffs. The length of NO BREAK trousers is relatively trendy and fashionable. The length of the trousers just reaches the shoe tops, so there is no accumulation or wrinkles on the shoe tops, making it suitable for men who pursue fashion.
If you want to achieve the best condition for the trousers, you can have them modified by a tailor or choose to have them custom-made. Because trousers are not suitable for rolling up the cuffs, you must maintain the appropriate length.
The foreign men you see pay great attention to wearing trousers, and they grasp the length very well. It's not that they have good body proportions, but they have a nearly virgin-like obsessive and strict pursuit of the length. A little more or less at the cuffs will make the overall proportion present a completely different feeling. Therefore, custom-made is a preferred choice for many people.
Fit is the basic requirement for trousers, but fit does not mean tightness. True fit is to highlight and avoid the leg shape features while showing the best state of the lower body based on personal preferences.
