Now that we're not trusting the size on the tag, you need to know how to measure your clothes to compare against the item's so you can make the best educated decision without actually trying on the jeans or pants. In other words you will be able to buy with confidence sight unfitted using this jeans or pants fitting measurement guide.


Measure your best fitting pair of jeans or pants using the techniques below.
(you'll need a 36" ruler or measuring tape and a flat surface like a kitchen table or bed)

	1. Lay the jeans on your flat surface with the waist buttoned.
	2. Waist: measure on the inside from side to side as pictured. Try not to stretch the jeans when you take this measurement. Doing so in this manner sides on the err of safety possibly leading to undermeasuring but that means you get a little extra room instead of being a bit too tight.
	3. Inseam: measure from the crotch seam to the bottom of the ankle hem. Spreading the legs makes it easier to measure. (I know...that sounds funny) If you really wanted to get technical, you could also measure the outer seam (top of the waist band to the bottom of the ankle hem) but this information isn't as commonly posted as the inseam.
	4. Rise or Crotch Depth: with the front and back waist alligned, push the ruler or tape in until you feel it stop at the bottom of the crotch.
	5. Thigh Width: measure from side to side near the crotch. This is still important because if the thigh is too tight, you will not be able to put these pants on. If you like tight legs, consider buying pants that have stretch built in commonly found in cotton spandex blends or cotton lycra blends. This will achieve that tight feel or look with the give you need for putting them on and mobility.
	6. Ankle Width: measure from side to side at the ankle opening. Everyone prefers their jeans to sit a certain way on their shoes. Some people enjoy a flared ankle, a.k.a. boot cut, where the pants will cover the tops of your shoes or boots. Note: if the length is too long for you, the heel may drag eventually ripping up or creating holes. Others like a tapered ankle reliving the 80's where the pants sit at the top of their shoe almost looking like highwaters.

Armed with your measurements, it's time to start shopping using those to compare with each item's physical measurements.
Tips:
If your measurements are right on or 1/2" (1cm) smaller than the item's measurement, you know that they will fit very close to a pair of pants that you already wear so bid strong on those.

Likewise, avoid buying blue jeans or pants that do not match or fall less than your measurements. They might be a little tight in comparison to your best fitting pants.

Keep in mind that if you are looking to change things up with your style, knowing your measurement will give you a good feel for different fits and different leg cuts...
for example slim fit skinny versus straight leg or boot cut versus tapered ankle
or low rise versus normal rise etc...

Remember, this is just a set of guidelines to help you feel more comfortable buying blue jeans or pants "sight unfitted".

You are now better equipt to make a judgement call that will work in your favor so
have fun bidding with confidence!!