How to Measure the Front and Back Rise on Jeans | Denim Fit Guide with Maurice Malone

Understanding the front and rear rise measurements is essential for getting jeans that truly fit your body. These two points determine how high your jeans sit on your waist and how much room you have through the seat and crotch area—critical details when buying jeans online or comparing fits across brands.

In this video, denim designer Maurice Malone of Williamsburg Garment Company shows you step-by-step how to measure the front and back rise on jeans accurately.

📏 In this video, you’ll learn:
✔️ Where to start and end your measurements
✔️ Why rise measurements affect both comfort and fit
✔️ How different brands may define rise lengths differently

💡 Pro Tip: Knowing your preferred rise is especially important when switching between low-rise, mid-rise, and high-rise jeans—don’t rely on sizing tags alone.

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