Clothes - Pants and Shorts

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Inventory of the clothes I have

Probable additions

  1. Polyester/Nylon Pants - get good ones though
    1. Prana, or one of the other good ones.
    2. Golf pants from Nike, Adidas, Under Armor, etc. are also good
  2. Cotton shorts (Summer) - get good ones though
    1. Prana, or one of the other good ones.

Pants

Work wear pants or Carpenter pants

Company Color Size and Fit comments
Weatherproof Vintage Dark brown 32X29 perfect fit
BJs Brown 32X30 good fit
Colorado clothing Brown 32X29 perfect fit
Colorado clothing Dark grey 32X29 perfect fit
Dickies 32X30 slightly long at the heels

Jeans pants

Company Color Size and Fit comments
A&F Sky blue 32X30 slightly long at the heels, overall, good fit
Banana Republic Denim Vintage Straight 31X30 slightly long at the heels, slim fit overall
Levis Sky blue 505 32X30 slightly long at the heels, slightly thin at the legs, looks good compared to 501
Levis Denim 501 32X30 slightly long at the heels, loose at the legs
Levis Khaki 501 32X30 slightly long at the heels, loose at the legs
BJs Sky blue 32 X 30 baggy and only for winter

Not jeans - cotton pants

Company Color Size and Fit comments
Weatherproof Vintage Regular పేడ color 31X30 good fit
Kuhl Legendary Canvas Cargo Pants Men Utility Carpenter Patina 32X29
Jachs New York Dark Navy blue 32X29
Banana Republic Kentfield Pant 32X30
Banana Republic Emerson 32X30

Polyester/Nylon Pants

Company Color Size and Fit comments
Nike Light grey 32X30 M Golf pants. Great.
English Laundry Dark Blue 32X30 perfect size
Eddie Bauer Black 32x30 removable bottom
Marc New York Black 32X29 good fit
Kirkland Black 32X30 too skinny?
Callaway Black 32X30 too skinny?

Lost

Company Color Size and Fit comments
Columbia Khaki 32X30 perfect size

Unusable

Company Color Size and Fit comments
Outdoor Research Black 32X30
One Day Away 32X30 one inch long at the heels. Should go with 32X29.
Weatherproof Vintage Grey 32X30 one inch long at the heels. Should go with 32X29.
Greg Norman Dark Blue 32X30 one inch long at the heels. Should go with 32X29.
Greg Norman Light Khakhi 32X30 one inch long at the heels. Should go with 32X29. The style is not good either.

Polyester/Nylon Shorts

Company Color Size and Fit comments
Eddie Bauer Black/Dark Grey 32 Rainier 10 inch tech short good fit
Marmot Grey 30 good fit - the waist size is small
32Cool sort of a dark navy blue 32 good fit
Gerry Light Grey M good fit
Gerry Navy blue M good fit
Gerry Black M good fit
HangTen Dark Navy Blue 32 good fit
Vineyard wines White 32 good fit

Unusable
Zero Exposure Black 32 good fit

Cotton shorts (Summer)

Company Color Size and Fit comments
Carhartt Khaki 32 Original Fit getting a little tight
Eddie Bauer Light పేడ color 32 good fit
Prana Light Khaki 32 good fit
Union Bay Black 32 good fit
Union Bay Dark Navy Blue 32 good fit

Polyester/Nylon Gym shorts

Company Color Size and Fit comments
Nike Black S a little tight
Mondetta Black M good fit
Under Armor Black MD Loose good fit
RBX Black L a little short on the length - but good fit
Wulibike Mountain Bike Shorts Grey M a little tight, no pockets
brg Navy blue M good fit
Tek Gear Navy blue (with white lines on the side) L good fit

Unusable

BJs Black M good fit - doesn’t wick moisture thoug
BJs Grey M good fit - doesn’t wick moisture thoug
Nike Navy Blue S Basketball shorts - a little tight

Night pants

Company Color Size and Fit comments quantity
Reebok Grey M good fit
Weatherproof Dark Grey M good fit 2
Old River Dark Grey S good fit
Russel Athletic Black M good fit

Night shorts

Company Color Size and Fit comments
Eddie Bauer Lounge Shorts Dark Sky Blue M good fit
Eddie Bauer Lounge Shorts Black M good fit
Puma Light Grey M good fit
Puma Light Grey M good fit
Champion Dark Sky Blue M a little tight

Why do some 30 inseam pants fit well while some others are too long?

Several factors contribute to variations in inseam lengths, even when they’re labeled with the same numerical size like “30 inches”. Here’s a breakdown of the key reasons:

  1. Brand and Style Variations:

    1. No standardized inseam measurement: There’s no single, universally agreed-upon standard for inseam lengths across different brands and even between different pant styles within the same brand. This means a “30 inch” inseam in one brand’s skinny jeans could be longer or shorter than a “30 inch” inseam in another brand’s straight-leg jeans.
    2. Designer preferences: Different brands may have slightly different parameters and design preferences for how they cut their pants, leading to variations in the final inseam length.

  2. Manufacturing and Production Processes:

    1. Fabric shrinkage: Certain fabrics, like cotton, can shrink when washed and dried, even if labeled as pre-shrunk. This shrinkage can lead to slight variations in inseam length after washing.
    2. Cutting errors: In some cases, manufacturing processes might involve cutting multiple layers of fabric simultaneously, potentially leading to discrepancies in size between the top and bottom layers.

  3. Purpose of Inseam Measurement:

    1. Inseam vs. garment length: The inseam is typically measured from the crotch seam to the hem of the pants, while the overall length of the pants is measured from the waistband to the hem. So, pants with the same inseam might have different overall lengths due to variations in the rise (the distance from the waistband to the crotch seam).

  4. Personal Preference and Fit:

    1. Desired pant length: The ideal inseam length for you depends on your preferred style and how you want your pants to fit, such as whether you prefer them to be cropped, ankle-length, or longer.
    2. Body proportions: Individuals have different body shapes and proportions, meaning a standard inseam length may not fit everyone in the same way. For example, someone with longer legs and a shorter torso might prefer a different inseam than someone with the opposite proportions.

In summary, factors like brand, style, production methods, and individual preferences all contribute to the variation in how pants with the same labeled inseam length can fit differently.

To ensure a good fit, it’s always best to:

  1. Try on pants before purchasing.
  2. Measure your own inseam using a well-fitting pair of pants or with the help of a friend.
  3. Consult brand-specific sizing charts when shopping online.
  4. Consider getting pants tailored if needed to achieve the perfect fit.

High Rise vs Low Rise pants

High-rise pants have the waistband at or above the natural waist (around the belly button), while low-rise pants sit below the natural waistline, often on the hips. Mid-rise pants fall between these two, typically around the belly button or slightly below. The rise is the distance between the crotch seam and the top of the waistband.

  1. High-rise pants:

    1. Position: Waistband at or above the natural waist.
    2. Effect: Can make legs look longer and torso appear shorter, potentially good for those with long torsos or short legs.
    3. Visually lengthen the legs for a balanced look.

  2. Low-rise pants:

    1. Position: Waistband below the natural waistline, often on the hips.
    2. Effect: Can make legs look shorter and torso appear longer, potentially good for those with long legs and small torsos.
    3. Examples: Hip-hugger jeans, some casual pants, and sometimes even joggers.
    4. For example, look at Michael Phelps. Built like a dolphin at 6’4”, he has a surprisingly short 30” inseam. Because of his peculiar torso-to-leg ratio, low rise pants (worn at the hips) make him look unnaturally top heavy. On the other hand, he can wear normal rise pants higher up on his waist, near his navel, to visually lengthen his legs for a much more balanced look.

  3. Mid-rise pants:

    1. Position: Waistband around the belly button or slightly below.
    2. Effect: Offer a balance between the effects of high and low-rise, suitable for a wider range of body types.

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