Men’s Trouser Size Guide: How to Measure Waist and Length (Pakistan)
Ordering trousers online is easy until the size is wrong. The good news: you only need a measuring tape and two minutes. This guide shows how to measure your waist and length at home, how to read a size chart, and what to do if you fall between two sizes.
What you need
- A soft measuring tape (a tailor’s tape). If you don’t have one, use a string and then measure the string against a ruler.
- A pair of trousers that already fits you well, as a cross-check.
- A mirror, or a friend to help with the length.
How to measure your waist
- Stand straight and relax your stomach. Don’t pull it in.
- Wrap the tape around the place where you normally wear your trousers, usually just above the hip bones.
- Keep the tape level all the way round, snug but not tight. You should be able to slide one finger under it.
- Read the number in inches. That is your waist size.
Tip: your trouser waist is often 1 to 2 inches bigger than the “jeans size” printed on your old labels, because brands cut differently. Trust the tape, not the old label.
How to measure the length
Trouser length is measured from the top of the waistband down the outside of the leg to where you want the hem to sit.
- Wear the shoes you will usually wear with the trousers.
- Put the tape at your waist (where you measured above) and run it straight down the side of your leg.
- Stop where you want the trouser to end. For a clean look, the hem should just touch the top of your shoe.
Easier option: lay a pair of trousers you like flat on a bed and measure from the top of the waistband to the bottom of the hem along the outside seam.
Tigon waffle knit trouser size chart
| Size | Waist (inch) | Length (inch) |
|---|---|---|
| M | 31 – 34 | 39 |
| L | 34 – 36 | 40 |
| XL | 36 – 38 | 41 |
| XXL | 38 – 42 | 41 |
Our trousers have an elastic waistband with a drawcord, so each size fits a range of waists. Find your waist number in the chart first, then check that the length suits your height and how you like to wear them. The full chart with a measuring picture is on our size guide page.
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Between two sizes? Here is how to choose
- Want a relaxed, comfortable fit (for travel, home or long days): take the bigger size.
- Want a neater, closer fit (for office or going out): take the smaller size. The elastic waist gives you room.
- Tall for your waist size? Go by the length first, because the drawcord can tighten the waist but nothing can add length.
- Like a short, cropped look with sneakers? The smaller size gives a slightly shorter hem.
Common sizing mistakes to avoid
- Measuring over thick clothes. Measure over a thin shirt or on the skin.
- Pulling the tape tight. A tight reading makes you choose a size that feels small.
- Copying a friend’s size. Two people with the same height can need different sizes.
- Guessing from another brand. Always check the chart of the brand you are buying from.
Still not sure?
Send us your waist and height on WhatsApp at 0321 7990199 and we will tell you the right size. And if the size still isn’t right, you can exchange it within 7 days. Delivery is free all over Pakistan and you pay cash on delivery.
Ready to order? Browse our waffle knit trousers in black, blue, brown and olive green, sizes M to XXL. You may also like our guide on baggy vs straight vs slim fit trousers.
FAQs
What size is a 32 waist?
A 32 inch waist fits our size M (31 – 34 inch).
What size is a 36 waist?
36 inch is at the top of size L and the start of XL. Choose L for a neater fit or XL for a relaxed fit.
Will the trousers shrink after washing?
Wash cold, inside out, and hang to dry, as written on the care label, to keep the size and the crease.
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