I really love how you are advocating the straight leg trousers! they are a classic, look great on all body types and everyone should have at least one pair in their wardrobe.
An excellent vid. I’ve learnt that not all tailors are “ good”. Thankfully Ralph Lauren offer tailoring services when you buy their trousers. Just because a person has a tailoring business, doesn’t mean they are a great tailor. 🥂
Modoo kills me. He's so hip. I agree with Modoo about the importance of alterations tailors. Having a good alterations tailor is like having a Modoo of your own! Thanks for a great video!
I'm particularly interested in what you have to say about high rise trousers that can be worn with braces. As someone with a paunch, I know I should get more exercise, but in the meantime, I'd like to know how to negotiate the difference between being 42" on the hip and 48" around the waist at the belly button when buying trousers that often don't advertise the "rise" in their measurements. Usually, 44 or 46 inch waist seems to work for me. It's difficult to estimate though and they don't seem to be available at M&S, and of course you can't try things on when buying online. Frankly, they are more comfortable than tying a belt around your bladder and prostate at my age - though that said, I don't want to go out of my way to look old.
Agreed, it is more comfortable, flattering and (so I’ve heard) healthy to wear your trousers higher and looser and suspended with braces. Brands do not express the “rise” as it is not understood by most and different makers will measure differently. As general advice, buy larger and have the seat taken in if needed. Thank you for your question.
Couldn't agree more about having a tailor. I recently bought some gabardine trousers and the company screwed up the alterations, bought another pair and he sorted them out perfectly. he's doing some flannels for me so looking forward to getting hold of those. Cheers Chris, nice vid.
That’s also how my younger friends and customers prefer to wear their trousers! I’ll cover break (and cuffs/hem styles in another video). And thank you.
@ I have to say that I much prefer the British take on these things. I don’t vehemently disagree with Okey but I do find some point ,UFH more American. I’m British and so that style is inherently suitable for me
Excellent as always. You have done some very helpful videos Chris along the lines of ‘The Five Most Useful Ties/Shirts/Jackets’ and I was wondering if you could do something similar on formal trousers? (I will take mid-grey flannel as a given!!) Best, Gavin
Thank you so much for your kind words - we're really glad you’ve found the videos helpful! We love hearing your suggestions, and a video on formal trousers sounds like a great idea
I have drop 8 on trousers. I’ve found fuller cut looks better or I look like I’m walking on stilts / proportions are off. So I have slim cut jacket and full cut trouser
As long as we drop the skinny pants with no socks!!🤦🏽♂️😂. Point is not all men can ware those Italian ( yoga clothes really ) body hugging suits. It’s all I can find in my area ( Nordstrom 🤦🏽♂️ )
I really love how you are advocating the straight leg trousers! they are a classic, look great on all body types and everyone should have at least one pair in their wardrobe.
An excellent vid. I’ve learnt that not all tailors are “ good”. Thankfully Ralph Lauren offer tailoring services when you buy their trousers. Just because a person has a tailoring business, doesn’t mean they are a great tailor. 🥂
Thank you so much for your thoughtful comment! We're delighted to hear that the video was helpful.
Ahhh... that suit is fire! I'm so jealous of that thing.
Thank you.
Modoo kills me. He's so hip. I agree with Modoo about the importance of alterations tailors. Having a good alterations tailor is like having a Modoo of your own! Thanks for a great video!
Thank you for your comment.
I'm particularly interested in what you have to say about high rise trousers that can be worn with braces. As someone with a paunch, I know I should get more exercise, but in the meantime, I'd like to know how to negotiate the difference between being 42" on the hip and 48" around the waist at the belly button when buying trousers that often don't advertise the "rise" in their measurements. Usually, 44 or 46 inch waist seems to work for me. It's difficult to estimate though and they don't seem to be available at M&S, and of course you can't try things on when buying online. Frankly, they are more comfortable than tying a belt around your bladder and prostate at my age - though that said, I don't want to go out of my way to look old.
Agreed, it is more comfortable, flattering and (so I’ve heard) healthy to wear your trousers higher and looser and suspended with braces. Brands do not express the “rise” as it is not understood by most and different makers will measure differently. As general advice, buy larger and have the seat taken in if needed.
Thank you for your question.
Couldn't agree more about having a tailor. I recently bought some gabardine trousers and the company screwed up the alterations, bought another pair and he sorted them out perfectly. he's doing some flannels for me so looking forward to getting hold of those. Cheers Chris, nice vid.
Thanks so much for your kind words and for sharing your experience with us!
Truly excellent. Braces, pleats and cuffs for me every time. But that’s just old age. Breaks? Full? Half? None?
That’s also how my younger friends and customers prefer to wear their trousers! I’ll cover break (and cuffs/hem styles in another video).
And thank you.
AskOkey explains much clearer.
@ I have to say that I much prefer the British take on these things. I don’t vehemently disagree with Okey but I do find some point ,UFH more American. I’m British and so that style is inherently suitable for me
Excellent as always. You have done some very helpful videos Chris along the lines of ‘The Five Most Useful Ties/Shirts/Jackets’ and I was wondering if you could do something similar on formal trousers? (I will take mid-grey flannel as a given!!) Best, Gavin
Thank you so much for your kind words - we're really glad you’ve found the videos helpful! We love hearing your suggestions, and a video on formal trousers sounds like a great idea
Tremendous video. Explained perfectly 👏🏾
Glad you enjoyed it!
Excellent video. Thanks!
Many thanks!
Brilliant. Really useful content as always but great that you have erred into trousers. Thanks Chris
Many thanks!
Excellent fact packed video 🫡
Thank you!
Great advice😊😊😊😊😊
Glad it was helpful!
I have drop 8 on trousers. I’ve found fuller cut looks better or I look like I’m walking on stilts / proportions are off. So I have slim cut jacket and full cut trouser
Thank you for sharing!
That’s a strong look.
As long as we drop the skinny pants with no socks!!🤦🏽♂️😂. Point is not all men can ware those Italian ( yoga clothes really ) body hugging suits. It’s all I can find in my area ( Nordstrom 🤦🏽♂️ )