What is a Trouser?
A trouser is a garment that covers the lower part of the body, and typically reaches from the waist to the ankle. Also known as pants in Australia, Canada and America, this tailored garment has a waistband with belt loops and a fly front.
It’s a popular choice for casual wear and work attire. It is usually worn by men and women.
Definition
Trouser is a type of clothing that covers the lower part of the body from the waist to the ankle. It is usually divided into separate parts for each leg. It may have belt loops, a fly front or a zipper closure. It may have pleats, either on the inside or outside. It can also be straight or tapered, or flared. Its legs can be hemmed to prevent fraying. It is sometimes used as formal dress. It is the counterpart of a skirt for females and a slacks for males.
In British English, trouser is a synonym for pants, although the latter is more common in American English. Both are outer garments that cover the lower half of the body and are worn with a top and shoes. Trousers are typically designed for men, but they can be made for women as well. They are available in a variety of styles, from jeans to khakis and suits.
Trousers are generally held up by a belt or suspenders (braces in American English). However, some people prefer to wear them with a brace on the interior of the waistband. In some cases, this is considered to be more comfortable trouser because it requires no cinching of the waist and less frequent adjustment. Historically, suit trousers were suspended with braces attached to buttons on the interior or exterior of the waistband.
Style
Trousers are garments that are worn to cover the lower part of the body including hips, thighs, and ankle part. They are usually close-fitting with a waistband and buttoned loopholes to tie those together. They also have a fly front and may have one, two, or no pleats depending on the style.
They can be low, mid, or high rise and come in many different colors. Some trousers are made with a belt and have belt loops, but this is more typical of casual or work trousers, while formal trousers are traditionally suspended using braces (suspenders in American English) attached to buttons on the inside or outside of the waistband. They can be hemmed to the desired length, and some are finished with turn-ups that are rolled or pressed.
Fabric
There is a huge range of trouser fabrics available to choose from depending on the style, finish and texture you want your trousers to have. You may want a heavier fabric such as corduroy for a formal trouser, or a lighter fabric like linen or wool for everyday Summer trousers. Choosing the right material will also depend on where and how frequently you’ll be wearing them.
Whether you’re looking for a heavier bottom weight fabric such as this heavy twill, or something lighter such as this lightweight needlecord, there is sure to be a fabric that suits trouser your needs. These fabrics are woven in different ways to create different textures and constructs that will suit certain body types more than others, so be sure to try a sample pack before you buy!
Another great option for summer trousers is this viscose linen. This fabric is woven using environmentally responsible processes, meaning it’s made with fewer chemicals than other commercially processed fabrics. It also comes pre washed with enzymes, which tends to soften the fabric in a more natural and gentle way. It works well with patterns with a bit of negative ease around the hips/waist, such as the Closet Core Sasha Trousers or Avid Seamstress City Trousers, but will still hold its shape and structure slightly more than some other trousers fabrics.