Length (the measurement of the inseam, from the crotch to the leg opening) stands out as another consideration for the right fit in men’s jeans. In addition, the break is where the front of the hem rests upon the instep. For the most accurate fit, consider having your exact inseam measured professionally by a tailor. 

Overall, the most complimentary jeans for men “should fit perfectly right below the waist, have enough ease to sit comfortably and hug all of the right curves,” explained Tara Swennen, stylist for actor Matthew McConaughey, in Men’s Health Magazine. 

Stacie Pettersen, head stylist at Beyond Bespoke Tailors in New York, offered another helpful hint to help men find their best-fitting jeans. While the “correct” fit—as in how tapered straight-leg jeans should be, or how skinny slim-fit jeans should look—revolves around current trends, it’s the waistline determines the right fits for each body type. “The waist should fit completely—there should be no gaps at the waistband,” she told Reviewed, a division of USA Today.

Some additional points for finding the perfect-fitting jeans: 

• Don’t go up by one size. No one wants to feel constricted, but this will only result in a baggy, sloppy effect. 

• Stick to the “two finger” rule: Jeans should fit so that you can stick two fingers into the waist, leaving plenty of breathing room for ease of movement. 

• Try the thigh test: Jeans should fit comfortably on your thighs—never tightly. Pinch the extra denim on your thigh: You should be able to feel about an inch of spare fabric so that it won’t pull on your knees as you walk or bend. Too much excess fabric on the thighs? Size down, if possible; if the waist is too small, a tailor can adjust your thigh width accordingly. 

• That’s a wrap: Denim devotee Sean Connelly, DEVIL-DOG®’s Vice President of Men’s Merchandising & Sales, (who was super excited to demonstrate below) suggests wrapping the waistband of jeans around your neck like a cape, Superman style. When you can cross the edges, you’ve found just the right size. 

Ultimately, jeans won’t be flattering if they’re too large, too small or don’t complement your body type. From muscular, stocky, lean & athletic builds to average, short & tall heights, there’s a pair of DEVIL-DOG® jeans that’s exactly right for every guy—helping him to look good and feel confident. Complete the look with our tops (from jackets, denim shirts, hoodies & crews to henleys, polos & tees) as well as accessories (including hats, belts, bandanas & socks).