Adjusting trouser hem opening
You already own LE CHEMISEUR® trousers and would like to adjust the hem opening? This page is for you.
Best practice
Regular Fit | Tailored Fit (recommended) | Slim Fit |
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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