At 5'4", I'm what's considered to be the average height for a woman from the United States. You would think that would make finding pants easier, right? That's hardly the case in my experience. I can't even tell you how often I come across pants with a 31-inch, 32-inch, or even 33-inch inseam, which would be dragging on the ground on me. I know that puddle pants are a thing (I've written all about them), but extra-long pants aren't something I want to deal with on a regular basis.
I've found that the ideal pant length for someone of around average height like myself is 28 inches. They hit right at the bottom of my ankle—not too long and not too short. If you also find yourself living in a world of extra-long pants and just want to skip the visit to the tailor for once, you've come to the right place. I've scoured the internet and found 25 pairs of pants with just-right inseams for someone of average height. Scroll to shop every stylish pair.
Reformation's cult-favorite pants just got a cropped makeover.
Pixie Market does affordable, trend-forward pants so well.
Meet your new weekend pants.
A great navy pair for a great price.
I just got my first pair of Alex Mill pants, and the fit is perfection.
Zara shoppers love this versatile style, so the brand made them in tons of colors.
This cool barrel-leg style gets rave reviews from Everlane shoppers.
These are a great option if you're looking for a pair that's on the dressy side.
These are perfect for summer—polished, lightweight, and comfortable.
If you have enough black and tan trousers already, this color would be great to add to your wardrobe.
According to Madewell, more than 2000 people added this five-star pair to their carts over the past week.
It's the little bow for me.
Snag this wildly popular pair while they're on sale.
These will see you through even the hottest days of summer.
The low waist on these makes them feel cool and fresh.
These denim pants can very easily be dressed up or down.
You'll wear this timeless 28-inch-inseam pair for years to come.
My idea of the ideal swimsuit cover-up.
Pants of this style are usually quite long (as in 30 inches or more), but these are just right.
Everlane really got the pants-for-short-girls memo.
This ultra-wide-leg pair is surprisingly wearable.
Perfect for packing for vacations.
Pull-on pants are basically code for "very comfortable."
I found this chic, polished pair hiding at Anthropologie.
These are the ultimate breezy summer pants.
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