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Measuring guide - Rise
Which Rise? The "rise" of a jean is determined by the distance between the crotch and the waist.
Knowing which body type you are will be your guide to the correct rise for you.
Low Rise
Low rise measures 7.5" or under. The waist band usually sits two ore more inches lower than the navel.
Which body shape?
Long & Leggy and Petite can carry off a low rise jean well.
Find out more about your body shape
Regular Rise
Regular rise or mid rise measures 8" to 9"– The waistband sits just below the navel.
Which body shape?
Pear shape, hourglass, fuller figure, Long & leggy and Apple can wear a regular rise jean.
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High Rise
High rise measures 9.5" to as high as 12" – The waistband sits either on or above the navel.
Which body shape?
Pear shape, hourglass and Long & leggy can carry of the higher rise look.
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Image: MiH Jeans a/w08 (Pierre Bjork)