Adjusting trouser hem opening
You already own LE CHEMISEUR® trousers and would like to adjust the hem opening? This page is for you.
The fabric is slightly stretch, but it will not allow a skin-tight cut: keep at least 17 cm so your foot can pass comfortably. You may go down to 16 cm if your shoe size is under 43.
To ensure the trousers can sit over your footwear, add 1 cm.
You can taper the hem to create visual length. Remember to do the same at the knee width so the leg remains balanced.
We recommend not tapering the hem too much, to add visual breadth to your silhouette. Do the same at the knee width.
We also recommend keeping a slightly wider hem to create a visually balanced cut.
Best practice
| Regular Fit | Tailored Fit (recommended) | Slim Fit |
|---|---|---|
 |  |  |
| On Regular Fit trousers, the hem opening can be widened by 1 cm, giving a dressier twist that is coming back into fashion. | Modern and dynamic, this close-to-the-body width suits most situations. | To create a Slim Fit, you can tighten the hem opening by 1 cm, giving a more casual style. |
LE CHEMISEUR® tips
❌ Do not taper too much!
The fabric is slightly stretch, but it will not allow a skin-tight cut: keep at least 17 cm so your foot can pass comfortably. You may go down to 16 cm if your shoe size is under 43.
🥾 If you wear boots
To ensure the trousers can sit over your footwear, add 1 cm.
📏 You are short
You can taper the hem to create visual length. Remember to do the same at the knee width so the leg remains balanced.
🪜 You are tall and slim
We recommend not tapering the hem too much, to add visual breadth to your silhouette. Do the same at the knee width.
🔵 Plus sizes
We also recommend keeping a slightly wider hem to create a visually balanced cut.
Measuring the hem opening on trousers you already own
Updated on: 12/06/2025