All women are always on the lookout for a flattering pair of pants. Pants which are too tight only emphasize your flaws, making a crease and unwelcome bulges. The zipper may be strained and open slightly, making the wearer appear overweight. The perfect pair of pants is one which will cover up flaws and give the wearer a flattering silhouette. We all want to look good and a big part of that is getting the right fit in our clothing.
Before buying pants, take your measurements carefully. This will let you know which sizes you should be looking for. Refer to this chart to find your size. The measurements are given in both inches and centimetres, which will help you especially when shopping for clothes online.
Size | Waist | Hips
10 (S) | 70cm (27 inches) | 97cm (38 inches)
12 (S) | 75cm (29 inches) | 102cm (40 inches)
14 (M) | 80cm (31 inches) | 107cm (42 inches)
16 (M) | 85cm (33 inches) | 112cm (44 inches)
18 (L) | 90cm (35 inches) | 117cm (46 inches)
20 (L) | 95cm (37 inches) | 122 cm (48inches)
22 (XL) | 100cm (39 inches) | 127 cm (50 inches)
24 (XL) | 105 cm (41 inches) | 132 cm (52 inches)
26 (2XL) | 110 cm (43 inches) | 137 cm (54 inches)
28 (2XL) | 115 cm (45 inches) | 142 cm (56 inches)
30 (3XL) | 120 cm (47 inches) | 147 cm (58 inches)
When using this chart to determine size, look for pants which will fit with the larger measurement (between your waist and hips). For instance, if your waist is 95 centimetres and your hips 127 centimetres, you'll need size 22. Whether or not the pants fit your waist, they're not going to work if they do not also fit your hips.
You should always measure your hips at their widest point. For example, if the tops of your thighs are wider than your hips, then you'll want to measure yourself there to make sure you get a good fit. Remember that some companies will have their own proprietary sizing charts; in these cases, use their measurements to find your size instead.
Measure your inseam. If you have shorter legs, it's always best to have the pant touch the top of the shoe without excess hanging over. Allow the back of the pant hem to brush the middle of the back of your shoe. Use a petite size if your inseam is less than 75 cm or 29 inches. For those that have inseams at 29 inches, it's best to get a regular and adjust the length yourself if necessary. Those whose inseam is 82 cm (32 inches) or longer need to look at the tall sizing.
A gathered waist emphasizes weight so stick with straight pants to disguise a large hip and waist but use a longer jacket length to hide it. In an effort to hide their extra weight, some women select baggy or loose fitting pants. These actually make the person wearing them look larger. Short-legged women can use tiny vertical stripes to make their legs look longer and give the illusion of height. A wide belled bottom actually is best for the longer legged woman.
When you use your exact measurements to purchase pants, you'll find that you have better luck finding the right fit to flatter your figure. Just make certain that you take the measurements in your normal relaxed mode. These are only for you to see, so if you suck in your stomach and attempt to make them as small as possible, you defeat the purpose and won't get a good fit and that's the reason you want the measurements. - 16651
Before buying pants, take your measurements carefully. This will let you know which sizes you should be looking for. Refer to this chart to find your size. The measurements are given in both inches and centimetres, which will help you especially when shopping for clothes online.
Size | Waist | Hips
10 (S) | 70cm (27 inches) | 97cm (38 inches)
12 (S) | 75cm (29 inches) | 102cm (40 inches)
14 (M) | 80cm (31 inches) | 107cm (42 inches)
16 (M) | 85cm (33 inches) | 112cm (44 inches)
18 (L) | 90cm (35 inches) | 117cm (46 inches)
20 (L) | 95cm (37 inches) | 122 cm (48inches)
22 (XL) | 100cm (39 inches) | 127 cm (50 inches)
24 (XL) | 105 cm (41 inches) | 132 cm (52 inches)
26 (2XL) | 110 cm (43 inches) | 137 cm (54 inches)
28 (2XL) | 115 cm (45 inches) | 142 cm (56 inches)
30 (3XL) | 120 cm (47 inches) | 147 cm (58 inches)
When using this chart to determine size, look for pants which will fit with the larger measurement (between your waist and hips). For instance, if your waist is 95 centimetres and your hips 127 centimetres, you'll need size 22. Whether or not the pants fit your waist, they're not going to work if they do not also fit your hips.
You should always measure your hips at their widest point. For example, if the tops of your thighs are wider than your hips, then you'll want to measure yourself there to make sure you get a good fit. Remember that some companies will have their own proprietary sizing charts; in these cases, use their measurements to find your size instead.
Measure your inseam. If you have shorter legs, it's always best to have the pant touch the top of the shoe without excess hanging over. Allow the back of the pant hem to brush the middle of the back of your shoe. Use a petite size if your inseam is less than 75 cm or 29 inches. For those that have inseams at 29 inches, it's best to get a regular and adjust the length yourself if necessary. Those whose inseam is 82 cm (32 inches) or longer need to look at the tall sizing.
A gathered waist emphasizes weight so stick with straight pants to disguise a large hip and waist but use a longer jacket length to hide it. In an effort to hide their extra weight, some women select baggy or loose fitting pants. These actually make the person wearing them look larger. Short-legged women can use tiny vertical stripes to make their legs look longer and give the illusion of height. A wide belled bottom actually is best for the longer legged woman.
When you use your exact measurements to purchase pants, you'll find that you have better luck finding the right fit to flatter your figure. Just make certain that you take the measurements in your normal relaxed mode. These are only for you to see, so if you suck in your stomach and attempt to make them as small as possible, you defeat the purpose and won't get a good fit and that's the reason you want the measurements. - 16651
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