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Home / Blugiallo tailoring blog / Men's high rise trousersMen’s high rise trousers
Published: Found in: Tailoring guidesAs with many other design trends, the popularity of men’s high-rise trousers has gone up and down during the time of history and is finally doing a comeback. The style of high waist trousers is actually rooted a long way back and as they obviously knew already then, a high waist trouser will not only achieve better comfort but also bring a more aesthetically pleasing trouser.
Dive right into all the perks and need-to-knows about the high rise in this article.
What is the definition of low or high rise trousers?
Trouser rise is the measurement between the front waistband down to the crotch seam between the legs. If you have a low rise the distance between these points is smaller. This is also referred to as a high waist vs low waist. Usually, low-rise trousers sit lower on the torso and high-rise trousers sit higher, above the hip, and sometimes at the level of your belly button. The exact rise of a pair of trousers will of course vary depending on style, design, and, preferences.
The rise of a pair of trousers will play an important part in the overall look of an outfit so it’s necessary to find a good balance, both for your formal trousers but also for your high waisted jeans. You will find all of our trousers, both casual and formal, here.Why go for high rise trousers?
Balance and proportions are always important to consider for every outfit and for trousers specifically. A high waist is often considered as a more comfortable fit but also a more aesthetically pleasing trouser.
When you choose to have a high waist the trouser will sit on the softer parts of your body and will therefore be perceived as significantly more comfortable. By raising the waist above the hip you will achieve a well-balanced pair of trousers. Another advantage is of course that they will stay in place and not risk slipping down.When shifting the focus towards the more aesthetic performances of a pair of high waisted trousers we find a number of things. The biggest advantage of raising the waist in a pair of trousers is that you immediately achieve a considerably more dressed-up look, which is often desirable for a suit, for example. But with this said, a pair of high waisted jeans is always a good option for a more casual approach.
The high waist will also give the expression of slightly longer legs, which is extremely eye-catching. The trouser thereby helps to highlight your body in a very nice way.A pair of high rise trousers could easily be worn regardless if you are tall or short. If you are slightly shorter, it is common to worry that you will “disappear” in the trousers, while a slightly taller person may be afraid that your legs will look too long. Because of this, it’s extra important that you find the right height of the waist based on your height. No matter your height, the best trick is to aim for your belly button and then place the waist of your trousers just below it. This is not only a well-balanced trouser waist but also a very good step towards testing a slightly higher rise in the trousers.
How does a high rise affect the rest of the trouser fit?
Considering that a higher trouser waist tends to be segmented as a slightly more classic model of the trousers, it means that the rest of the silhouette of the trousers should permeate the same idea. By combining a pair of trousers that have a higher waist together with a straighter silhouette, the overall look of the trousers will be significantly better. A pair of slim trousers with a high waist always risks looking like a pair of ’long-johns’, something that you obviously want to avoid. Therefore it is very important to achieve a nice drape in the trousers. You want to achieve a natural look so that the trousers are neither perceived as too narrow nor too wide.
How to design your high waisted trousers
The design of your trousers should, of course, be based on your personal preferences but there are a couple of design choices that go exceptionally well together with high-rise trousers.
The first design choice worth considering when creating a slightly higher waist, is pleats. You can choose between single or double pleats, and they will give you a little more room over the seat and hip area which contributes to increased comfort. Furthermore, pleats also result in a neat detail that makes you look slightly taller.The next option to consider is whether to go for belt loops or side adjusters. In this case, there is also a matter of the level of formality. Always choose side adjusters when it comes to a slightly more dressed pair of trousers, such as for a suit in a midnight blue traveler. To achieve a slightly more casual look by choosing a pair of trousers in heavy cotton twill, it is a very nice choice to choose belt loops and add a thin belt in brown suede.
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