Meyer Trousers and Shorts – What size should I buy?
Meyer trousers and shorts available in a vast range of sizes and for extra flexibility are available in both UK and DE sizes both having distinct features to help you get the perfect fit. Read on to find out how to select the perfect size for you. We hope you find this guide useful and if you would like further help or details please don’t hesitate to get in touch, we’d love to hear from you.
Trousers, shorts and M5 Jeans on our site showing waist and leg measurements only (e.g. “W36 L32”) are UK sized trousers and you should pick your usual size. Use the “UK Trouser and M5 Jean Sizes” size chart below for accurate measurements.
Trousers and shorts showing a “DE” size in brackets (e.g. “W34 L32 (DE 50)”) are sized using the DE trouser size system. Use the “DE Trouser Sizing” chart below to find your perfect size.
Need your Meyer Trousers altering? We can alter your trousers prior to delivery and have your trousers ready to wear delivered to your door. Contact us to find out more.
All M5 jeans are sized using standard UK inch sizing.
To determine your size, follow the instructions below to get started.
1. Measure the waistband
First, measure the waistband of an existing pair of trousers. The easiest way to do this is lay the trousers flat on a table, with the top button closed. Use a measuring tape or ruler to measure from edge to edge of the waistband with a slight tension while you measure it. Multiply the number by 2 to determine your waist size.

2. Measure the inside leg
Second, measure the inside leg of an existing pair. To do this, with the trousers lay flat on a table measure the entire inside seam from the crotch to the end of the trouser leg, again with a slight tension to the trousers while you measure them.

UK Trouser and M5 Jean Sizes
Short Leg – 30″ Inch
Size | Actual Waist | Actual Leg |
---|---|---|
W32 L30 | 32″/83cm | 30″/76cm |
W34 L30 | 34″/88cm | 30″/76cm |
W36 L30 | 36″/93cm | 30″/76cm |
W38 L30 | 38″/98cm | 30″/76cm |
W40 L30 | 40″/104cm | 30″/76cm |
W42 L30 | 42″/109cm | 30″/76cm |
W44 L30 | 44″/114cm | 30″/76cm |
W46 L30 | 46″/119cm | 30″/76cm |
Regular Leg – 32″ Inch
Size | Actual Waist | Actual Leg |
---|---|---|
W32 L32 | 32″/83cm | 32″/81cm |
W34 L32 | 34″/88cm | 32″/81cm |
W36 L32 | 36″/93cm | 32″/81cm |
W38 L32 | 38″/98cm | 32″/81cm |
W40 L32 | 40″/104cm | 32″/81cm |
W42 L32 | 42″/109cm | 32″/81cm |
W44 L32 | 44″/114cm | 32″/81cm |
W46 L32 | 46″/119cm | 32″/81cm |
Long Leg – 34″ Inch
Size | Actual Waist | Actual Leg |
---|---|---|
W34 L34 | 34″/88cm | 34″/86cm |
W36 L34 | 36″/93cm | 34″/86cm |
W38 L34 | 38″/98cm | 34″/86cm |
W40 L34 | 40″/104cm | 34″/86cm |
W42 L34 | 42″/109cm | 34″/86cm |
DE Trouser Sizing (DE Sized Trousers Only)
When determining your DE trouser size, use the actual waist and actual leg measurement columns.
Rise – The distance/measurement between the top of the waistband and the seam of the crotch at the front of the trousers
‘Stocky’ Sizes – With a 1/2 inch lower rise compared to UK sizes
DE Size | Equiv. UK | Actual Waist | Actual Leg |
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23 | W32 L30 | 33.5″/85cm | 29.9″/76cm |
24 | W34 L30 | 35″/89cm | 30.7″/78cm |
25 | W36 L30 | 36.6″/93cm | 31.5″/80cm |
26 | W38 L30 | 38.2″/97cm | 31.9″/81cm |
27 | W40 L32 | 39.8″/101cm | 32.3″/82cm |
28 | W42 L32 | 42.1″/107cm | 32.3″/82cm |
29 | W44 L32 | 44.5″/113cm | 32.7″/83cm |
30 | W46 L32 | 46.9″/119cm | 32.7″/83cm |
31 | W48 L32 | 49.2″/125cm | 33.1″/84cm |
32 | W48 L32 | 50.8″/129cm | 33.5″/85cm |
33 | W48 L32 | 53.1″/135cm | 33.5″/85cm |
Regular Sizes – With rise equivalent to UK sizes
DE Size | Equiv. UK | Actual Waist | Actual Leg |
---|---|---|---|
46 | W30 L32 | 31.9″/81cm | 32.3″/82cm |
48 | W32 L32 | 33.5″/85cm | 32.7″/83cm |
50 | W34 L32 | 35″/89cm | 33.1″/84cm |
52 | W36 L32 | 36.6″/93cm | 33.9″/86cm |
54 | W38 L34 | 38.2″/97cm | 33.9″/86cm |
56 | W40 L34 | 40.6″/103cm | 34.3″/87cm |
58 | W42 L34 | 42.9″/109cm | 34.3″/87cm |
60 | W44 L34 | 45.3″/115cm | 34.6″/88cm |
62 | W46 L34 | 47.6″/121cm | 35″/89cm |
Meyer Shorts and Bermuda Sizing
Meyer shorts also offer options to ensure you get the perfect fit. They are available in two leg lengths. Their regular leg length shorts are perfect for all short, regular and long legs. While their shorter shorts are 2 inches shorter, perfect if you would usually buy a short leg trouser and/or prefer a slightly shorter short.
What size Meyer shorts should I buy?
UK Sized
on our site (e.g. “W34 L32”)
L30 Shorts – Shorter Length
L32 Shorts – Regular Length
Dual Sized
on our Site (e.g. “W34 L32 (DE50)”)
DE 23 to DE 33 Shorts – Shorter Length
DE 46 to DE 62 Shorts – Regular Length
DE sized shorts showing L34 are regular length shorts.
Still Unsure?
There is nothing like speaking to someone is there? We are here to help with any questions about sizing or any other queries you may have.
For further peace of mind we offer free returns on all UK orders.
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