How to Measure an Inseam

You must know your inseam size to purchase trousers that fit correctly. Obtaining the measurement is quick and easy. Just follow these steps

Difficulty:

Easy

Instructions

Obtain an Inseam Measurement Using a Person

1. Have the person stand fully clothed, in a normal, comfortable position. The person must be wearing shoes with a standard heel.

2. Measure the right leg from the underside of the crotch (known as the top inseam point) to the bottom side of the ankle (the lowest inseam point).

3. Show the person where the hem will fall. Verify the length, if desired. This is the time to make changes in the length.

4. Write the measurement down.

5. Repeat, using the left leg. Measure carefully, the length is not always the same.

Obtain an Inseam Measurement Using a Pair of Pants

1. Find a pair of pants that fit exceptionally well. They must fit properly both in the waist and the length. Trousers loose in the waist hang lower on the body. Using them makes the measurement inaccurate.

2. Lay the pants on a table, on their right side.

3. Smooth the trousers flat.

4. Lift the left leg out of the way and measure from the crotch to the bottom of the right hem.

5. Take note of the measurement.

6. Flip the pants over and repeat with the left leg.

Tips & Warnings

• If you are uncomfortable taking the crotch measurement, ask the model to hold the end of the measuring tape.

• Asking the person to verify hem length is imperative if they are having trousers custom made.