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Step 1
Check that your suit pants fit correctly. The waist of your pants should sit on your natural waist and not your hips, with a comfortable but not droopy fit in the crotch. Check for wrinkling, pulling, or creasing in the pants. A good fit will have no bumps or creases. Walk in your pants and watch the hem, ensuring that only a small part of your ankle is showing. Check that the length is proper for your height and shoes, which means that only a quarter of the top of your shoes should be covered by your hem. Take your pants to a tailor to correct any sizing problems.
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Step 2
Wear your pants with all buttons and zippers fully fastened at the waist and always after proper ironing and dry cleaning. If you wash at home, hang your pants to dry and iron any wrinkles. Hang pants in your closet when not being worn. Remember that each wear will likely result in wrinkling from sitting and normal body movements, so care for your pants after every wear, rewashing as necessary.
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Step 3
Match your suit pants to a jacket for business attire. Ensure that your suit pants and jacket match or complement each other in coloring and fabric. Wear a button-down shirt and tie underneath your jacket. Be sure to always tuck in your shirt and wear a formal belt if belt loops are present, as well as dress socks for men and appropriately matching formal shoes.
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Step 4
For a casual look, wear your suit pants with a hip top and accessories. For a night out, women can wear bright heels and a catchy blouse, whereas men can wear an untucked button-down or stylish t-shirt. For an urban, hip look, stylish sneakers can be paired with suit pants. Experiment to find a way to dress down your suit pants for everyday wear.
