Measure straight from the wearing waistline to the ankle.

Measure circumference around the ankle.

Measure the total circumference of the thigh area beneath the crotch.

Measure circumference around the knee.

Measure around the fullest part of the calf.

Total Rise (front and back) While standing, position the tape vertically and place it so that it starts at the center of your back right at the wearing waist. Pass the tape between your legs and all the middle of your wearing waist in the front.

Circumference of where you normally wear your pants

Measure straight from the wearing waistline to the knee.

Measure straight from the wearing waistline to the ankle.