A pair of trousers can look balanced with loafers, then feel several inches too short once you add heels. The opposite happens just as easily: a dramatic floor-skimming hem may look striking with platforms and gather awkwardly around a ballet flat.
An Alvin Valley trouser length decision begins with the shoes and proportions you intend to wear most often. Alvin Valley designs many pants with personal tailoring in mind, and some styles arrive without a finished hem so you can choose the final length around your height and styling preferences.
Begin With Your Main Shoe Height
Wear the shoes that will appear most often with the trousers during your fitting. Alvin Valley specifically recommends using your usual heel height while the hem is measured, giving the tailor a realistic reference rather than a barefoot estimate.
