Here's everything the modern gentleman needs to know about buying a flattering pair of pants
The term "rise" refers to the distance between the top of the pants' waistband and the crotch.
The zip fly has largely overtaken the button fly in popularity, and it offers a quicker and easier way to close your pants. Here are the benefits of each.
For the pants' front, there are two options: pleats and flat front.
When it comes to the cut of pants, there are three options: slim, straight, and relaxed.
"Break" refers to how the cuff of your pant leg drapes over your shoe. There are three main options for how your pants should break.
"Leg opening" refers to how tight the pants are around your ankles.
BONUS: Suspenders have gone in and out of fashion throughout the 20th century. Today they're quite rare, and can appeal to the man looking for a vintage-inspired ensemble. One important thing to remember: belts and suspenders should never be worn together.
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