Precision doesn’t stop at the jacket.
Your trousers define balance — how the suit moves, how it feels, and how it speaks when you do.
A flawless fit begins where structure meets comfort. Here’s how to make sure your trousers work in harmony with the rest of your look.
Wear Them High Enough
The mark of good tailoring is proportion — and that starts at the waist.
Your trousers should sit at your high hipbone, not slouch low. Too low, and you lose the line that makes a suit elegant.
A mid-to-high rise keeps the jacket and trousers aligned, creating a longer, leaner silhouette.
Modern tailoring has absorbed some influence from sportswear — elasticated waists, drawstrings, casual fits — but for a clean, classic look, stick with structure.
Opt for a slightly wider waistband and a single or double pleat for ease of movement through the thigh.
And don’t be afraid of showing a little ankle — shorter, cuffed hems are the modern man’s statement of precision.
Get the Break Right
The break — where your trousers meet your shoes — is the fine line between too casual and just right.
For a modern look, go with a light break: the trouser grazes the shoe, barely folding. It’s sharp, tapered, and designed to show a hint of sock or shoe detail.
For classic tailoring, choose a medium break: the fabric rests slightly on the shoe, longer at the back, shorter in front.
It creates balance and movement — ideal for business or formal wear.
If you’re dressing for black-tie events or weddings, a half break delivers the most timeless effect — a subtle fold that frames your footwear without distraction.
