How to Tell if Pants are Mens or Womens

6 ways to quickly tell if that pair of pants is made for a man or a woman.

It can be so hard to keep up with the trends du jour! One minute skinny jeans are in, and the next mom jeans are back in style. And don’t even get me started on capris vs cropped pants. It’s a lot to keep track of! However, one thing that should be easy to figure out is whether your pants are mens or womens. After all, men’s and women’s clothing is supposed to be different, right? WRONG. The lines between men’s and women’s clothing have been blurred, and it can be hard to tell which is which. But don’t worry, I’m here to help! Here are a few foolproof ways to tell if your pants are mens or womens:

1. The difference in size between men’s and women’s pants is perhaps the most obvious. Pant sizes for women are denoted by a single even number beginning at zero. Men’s pants sizes are denoted by two numbers: one for the waist and one for the inseam (aka leg length). So, if you see the numbers “32×30” on a pair of men’s pants, you know they’re designed for a guy with a 32-inch waist and legs that are approximately 30 inches long from the inseam. Women’s pants do not have an inseam, but rather four sizes (beginning with the smallest): petite, short, regular, and long.
   
2. Check the fit. Mens pants are typically more relaxed in the waist and hips, while womens pants are usually more fitted. This is because mens bodies are typically wider and less curvy than womens bodies, so they need the extra room to feel comfortable. This is not an infallible rule, but it’s a good general guideline.
   
3. Check the fabric. Womens pants are often made of softer, more delicate fabrics like silk or cotton, while mens pants are usually made of tougher fabrics like denim or corduroy. This is another general guideline rather than a hard and fast rule.
   
4. Check the style. Mens pants tend to be more simple and straightforward, while womens pants can be more detailed and decorated. This is probably the most reliable way to tell the difference between mens and womens pants. Of course, there are always exceptions to this rule as well.
   
5. Look at the cut. Men’s pants are typically more boxy and straight-legged, while women’s pants are often more fitted and flare at the bottom. Of course, there are always exceptions to the rule, so this method isn’t foolproof either.
   
6. If all else fails, check the label! Clothing manufacturers typically do a pretty good job of labeling their products as mens or womens, so if you’re still unsure after checking all of the above factors, this should clear things up for you.

So there you have it! A few simple tips on how to tell if pants are mens or womens. Just remember that these are general guidelines rather than hard and fast rules, and that there will always be exceptions to the rule. Happy shopping!