How Your Chinos Should Fit in 2022 (and Beyond)

About this video

McGoff explains how chinos should fit to look good today and remain timeless in the future. He covers the proper fit from waistband through leg opening, discussing rise, taper, comfort considerations, and the relationship between fit elements like leg opening and pants length. McGoff also addresses cuffing options and distinguishes between casual and business casual styling.

Key takeaways

• McGoff recommends a middle-of-the-road slim but not tight fit with a gentle taper from hips to ankle, prioritizing comfort and function over strict adherence to trends
• McGoff argues that rise is crucial for comfort and appearance—medium to high-rise pants are preferable for most men as they’re more comfortable and make legs look longer than low-rise alternatives
• McGoff suggests using a pinch test (1-2 inches of excess fabric) at the hips, thighs, and calves to ensure proper fit, and recommends cuffing chinos for casual outfits but getting them hemmed for business casual settings

Episode details: published November 24, 2022 · 256K views · 10:41 long. Summary written by Self Growth Videos from the episode itself. The style advice summarized here is Brock McGoff’s own teaching and opinion, presented for education; product recommendations are his, not ours. Summaries are written by Self Growth Videos from each video itself.

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