- Quarter Break: Pants or slacks slightly touch the shoetops
- Half Break: More pronounced draping in the trouser front and is recommended by most American tailors
- Full Break: Trousers come to a rest at the instep and bellow, currently the top choice for many Italian designers.
Thursday, July 30, 2009
Give Yourself a Break
Let's take a moment to examine a few hemming options for gentlemen. Women know the difference between tea-length and mini skirts but men have a lot to think about when they hike up their hemline too. Here is a brief breakdown so you'll be prepared the next time someone asks "Quarter, half or full, sir?"
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