What is the butt supposed to look like?

[Jerekson]

Perhaps I should posting this in the general attire section...

I have a pair of high-waisted vintage-repro trousers that I took in to the tailor today to have shortened. The tailor was asking me if there was anything else I needed done, and...I started looking at the butt. Maybe I just didn't have them pulled up high enough or something, but it was really baggy in the rear-end, and there was alot of extra material back there.

I haven't noticed this with any of my 40's clothing before, but...really, how is it supposed to fit? Obviously it shouldn't be tight, but...I dunno. I just can't seem to think of what it should look like.

Any help?

 

[PrettySquareGal]

We need to see pics.

 

[Jerekson]

Not of me, I hope...

 

[PrettySquareGal]

Not of me, I hope...

Of course of you! lol

 

[Jerekson]

My butt all over the internet?

 

[PrettySquareGal]

My butt all over the internet?

It's THAT big??? lol

 

[KObalto]

Sorry, but you did start it, and otherwise we're just guessing. Actually, I don't know how to describe it properly, but I thik the classic shape is kind of filled by the top of your butt and then there is a drape below.

 

[resortes805]

You need to get your pants taken in at the seat. Usually when slacks are taken in more than an inch and a half at the waist, they will need to be taken in at the seat as well. I have a pair of high waisted German 30's slacks that were taken in 3 inches at the waist. Initially, the person that did the alteration did'nt adjust the seat accordingly, so I had to take them back to get the seat taken in.

 

[kschurch]

Hey J,

I know form your previous postings that you are a very trim fellow. Our trousers have a fuller cut than most and many of our thinner customers have the seat taken in appropriately. How do you think they look? You certianly have a keen eye for how things should fit.

In the photos you posted a few months ago in our trousers, your seat looked good to me. (I mean that in a strictly professional way, of course)

Be happy you're in shape to wear pretty much what you want and look great in it.

Cheers,

Church

 

[CharlesB]

 

[Charlie Noodles]

Maybe one of the ladies could put a "Show us your butts" thread up if the men are uncomfortable with that kind of thing? Just for references, of course.

 

[Jerekson]

Personally I'd prefer a tailor who'd be making suggestions, not asking questions.

I worded it poorly. Actually, my tailor did suggest that I have the seat taken in, not asked.

KsChurch, how did you KNOW I was talking about your trousers?
They do actually fit me pretty well in the butt. After looking at BK's reference photos, I really only needed them taken in about a half inch to fit me perfectly.
You make a good pant, my friend.

 

[Baron Kurtz]

Snug through the abdomen and following the line of the buttocks. The best looking trousers in my opinion drape easily from the apex of the buttocks. (always assuming you have prominent enough buttocks to drape from. Many men do not. They should play more rugby.)

Note the drape that's evident in the lower buttock area:

bk

 

[kschurch]

I worded it poorly. Actually, my tailor did suggest that I have the seat taken in, not asked.

KsChurch, how did you KNOW I was talking about your trousers?
They do actually fit me pretty well in the butt. After looking at BK's reference photos, I really only needed them taken in about a half inch to fit me perfectly.
You make a good pant, my friend.

Thanks J!

I'm glad you have to make minimal corrections. Please feel free to post a photo when you get them back if you would. And not just of your "seat".

I'm glad you're happy with the trousers!

Have a great holiday,

Chruch