Clothing measurements
Leg opening
The width of one leg of pants or shorts at the hem, measured laid flat.
Leg opening describes the cut of the leg: a small opening means a skinny or tapered leg, a large one means a straight, bootcut or wide leg.
Measure straight across the bottom of one leg with the garment laid flat.
FLeg openingHow to measure
Measurement F: Lay the item flat and measure straight across the bottom of one leg opening.
Related terms
Size charts that use leg opening
14 templates
Men's Jeans Size Chart
Bottoms · XS – XXL

Men's Chinos & Dress Pants Size Chart
Bottoms · XS – XXL

Men's Cargo Pants Size Chart
Bottoms · XS – XXL

Men's Shorts Size Chart
Bottoms · XS – XXL

Men's Joggers & Sweatpants Size Chart
Bottoms · XS – XXL

Men's Track Pants Size Chart
Bottoms · XS – XXL

Men's Boxers & Briefs Size Chart
Underwear · XS – XXL

Men's Swim Trunks Size Chart
Swimwear · XS – XXL
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