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How to cuff trousers

How to show off your kicks.

When you're aiming for a sharp look, sagging trouser cuffs just won't cut it. Rolled up jeans or chinos create a cool silhouette and put your shoes or trainers centre stage. 

Cuffing your trousers works best with jeans and chinos especially straight legged, slim or tapered fits. Done right, it's one those quick style tweaks that every guy should know. 

The best thing about a good trousers cuff? They give a chance opportunity to show off your foot candy. Perfect if you're a sneakerhead or just happen to be rocking a great pair of socks. 

Learn how to roll your jeans in our easy step by step guide.

  • A guy in brightly coloured trainers.

    Start

    01

    Start with your trousers uncuffed. 

  • A guy in casual clothes in a locker room.

    Grab

    02

    Grab the inside leg seam of your trousers, pinch it and pull it out.

  • A guy in brightly coloured trainers cuffing his trousers.

    Fold

    03

    Fold the seam in and grab the bottom of your jeans, where the fabric overlaps. 

  • A guy in brightly coloured trainers with cuffed trousers.

    Cuff

    04

    Cuff once. Keep the overlap in place, then cuff again. Now tuck the overlap in.

  • A guy in brightly coloured socks and trainers with cuffed trousers.

    Smooth

    05

    Smooth out your cuffs and you're ready to go. Just make sure your socks match. 

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