Levi's pants, like many jeans, are primarily measured using two key dimensions: the waist and the leg length (also known as the inseam). These measurements are typically provided in inches.
Understanding Jeans Sizing
Jeans sizes are measured in inches, starting with the waist and moving to the leg length. This standardized format helps customers find the right fit. The sizing is usually presented as two numbers separated by an "x".
- Waist Measurement (W): The first number indicates the waist size in inches.
- Inseam Measurement (L): The second number indicates the inseam (leg length from the crotch seam to the hem) in inches.
For example, a 32x32 jean would have a 32 inch waist and a 32 inch inseam, which is what determines the leg length.
Sometimes, a pair of jeans will be labelled as 32W and 32L to make things even easier to understand, clearly denoting which number corresponds to the waist and which to the leg length.
This two-number system is a standard way to size denim, focusing on the two critical measurements for achieving a proper fit around the waist and determining how long the leg of the pant will be.
