How to Measure Step by Step

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Waist a-a Is around your mid-section just above your pants waistband.
Round down your measurement to nearest 1/2 inch.
This is your actual measurement. Be Snug with Tape mot tight.

If you have a larger Belly, the smooth waistband will hold you in,
and make you look Look Thinner Immediately.

Crotch a-b  Taken from small of back to the height of the waist you desire,
thru legs up to naval area, where you want the pants to rise up to.
Leave a little slack between leg area.

If you want pants to ride higher than your current slacks,
Comp styles are for you.  For Wider Waistband, check high waist in options.


Hip c-c This measurement is around the center of your buttocks area,
the Largest Part of your Hips. Stand Straight with legs together. 
Measure Snug but not tight. Final Size of Pants is + 1inch more than you supply


Leg d-d  This measurement is around your thigh area,
mid-point between knee, and hips.
The pants are designed to have additional leg room compared to regular slacks
for more leg movement without being too wide.

Length a-e This measurement is total length of DancePants.
Be sure to have Dance Shoes on. Stand Next to wall. make a small mark 1 inch
higher than regular pants.  then down to floor area minus 1/2 inch. ?___
Total Length of DancePants down Side Seam.
Length to 1/2 " below Back Heel


to Do  Length Yourself
stand next to wall and make a small mark on the wall.
measure from this mark to the floor and subtract - 3/8"
inside is additional 1.5 inches of material to let out if necessary.


add Vest Provide Below


Chest : Measure Just under your arms at the Largest Part,
over a t-shirt. in Dance Position
Finals size is just slightly larger than this

Back: total length of the Vest measured from the base of your neck where
the shirt collar attaches to body of shirt. A Seam is located there.
Measure down to 1 inch Below the Belt loops, seam where it joins pants.
Below  1 to 1.5 inch is most common length for single or double breasted.


For Long Vests: 
where you hands cup in at the sides of your legs.
This can be approx where your suit length is located.
E-mail any length or special details of your Vest when ordering.
any number of buttons can be specified. Custom-Made to Order


Ordering a Shirt Requires Additional 
Measurements plus the above


Neck:  Measure your neck at the base where the collar is located

Shoulder: Measure across your shoulders where the sleeves attach
 From Base of Neck to Shoulder seam of your suit jacket or shirt

Sleeve: This is measured from the above shoulder seam, down to
past your wrist approx 1 inch. this is total length of sleeve

Wrist: Measure around your lower part of your arm near hand

Use Shirt Ordering Form and Diagram for custom made


Details  Options  Information


Options? Single Pleat Double Pleats or Form Fit ?

Form Fit is most popular and best looking. Pleats tend to be Puffy.
otherwise 1 single pleat is recommend. Double Pleats are available.

Form fit is the same as above but without pleats.
The pants are smooth front with sewn in front crease.
This style is perfect for Latin dancing and Cuban motion.

Smooth Front Pants for the Suits unless you specify Pleats when you order.

Latin Basics or Comps?  Which Model to Choose?

Latin Basic are intended for social dancing, practice, our original model
" old man taking lessons 1st pair "
They rise to where your current pants do. 
 The inner waistband is not seen vs the external one of the comp model

Latin Comps have a 1 3/4  to 3 inch  Smooth Waistband that you choose.
 The rise is about +1 inch higher than regular slacks.
Preferred by Instructors, Competitors,  for Showcases

Comps with Belt loops for a salsa or dinner dance model,
Measure the width of Belt you use generally 1.5 1 5/8   1 3/4 
6 Belt loops are installed so it fits your belt you intend to use.

Dance Pants that look like regular trousers, but they are not,
plus you can walk down the street with this model.  Dinner-Dance-Cruise
get this in addition to your Latin Dance Pants.


Ultra Comps are same as above, when upgrade material is used.
Signature Series, includes Limited high end fabrics from around the world


SIGNATURE SERIES:   (previous customers only)

Tuxedo Side Trim?  1/2"  5/8   3/4" 1inch width of shinny
tuxedo trimming down side of pants leg.
Looks Great and comes in Colors. or add Tux Trim to waistband.

As Seen on Dancing with the Stars
Many similar designs during the performance
Tux Side Trim Colors come in Black, Silver, Gold, White and Red

Ask for samples if interested in tux side trim colors.
It can Be Added to Waistband the Shinny Fabric.

Key Pouch is a small unnoticeable place to put a
Key, ID or Money. it will hold a credit card or room key.
On the right hand side unless indicated to put on left.

Dance Pants do not have pockets,
a key pouch is used to carry small items,
its Best Not To Dance carrying wallets, keys, change etc, and use shoe bag.
Its best Not to order this if you can as you do not break the line of your pants on front.

For Country Western Style, or those that require False Pockets
Several Designs available.  indicate on ordering Pocket Trims. Front or Back


Leg Lining is an option for those that want a smooth silky feel inside.
The pants feel great, and allow for a quicker response

Expensive pants always include lining. your new DancePants are Top Quality
with this added, and you will be happy.
Wicks moisture away, so they are not hot inside.
in gold and silver colors. Non Static high end- very thin-

Full Length down to the shoe lining
This controls Side Sway at the shoe so hem is Not So Jumpy.


Hem      Reg  Latin  Flared


Regular Hem. Depending on the style of shoe you wear,
the pant hem is designed to match.
For smooth dancing, and regular 3/4 to 1 inch heels,:  Regular hem

Latin Hem. The Hem is longer in the back to cover the heel
without bunching up on the front of the shoe.
For 1.5 to 1 3/4 inch Cuban heels.
Pant hem should be close to the floor on the back,
Do not see Socks and Shoe Laces with this design.

Flared hem is Wider Hem to cover More Shoe.
Pants Hem Widths are wider than regular trousers.
9.5 minimum generally, 10 & 10.5 most common size 
11 & 11.5 for larger shoes 12 and 13

This design can be Taken In at the Knee - 1" inch for a slight bell bottom, not too much.
a slight design element that you can add if you have seen and want this on your pair.


Foot Straps are for those who are generally in competition and rhythm dancing,
and need extra control of the pant leg to keep it down over the shoe.
The 1/4" elastic strap is sewn to the bottom of the pant leg,
to be worn over the mid section of shoe


High Waist is designed for those who want to have their pants come up
1-2 inches higher than their normal slacks would. Be sure to check this option.
This design is best suited for tall, slender figures.


Material poly crepe  stretch poly included.


Currently super-stretch poly is most popular and best looking.
Poly Crepe our Original Material.  both are included with the order.

other fabrics by request

 non wrinkle, machine washable, and easy to care for.
other poly fabrics can be included with your order.
Request Samples if interested
Colors other than Black


a Good Suggestion is: order Poly Crepe or Stretch Poly the included Fabric
Your 1st outfit   order Later a 2nd & 3rd pair from the specialty line
of fine Woolens, Pinstripe, or Colors.
Request Current Fabric Selection to see free swatches.

We keep your measurements on file so ordering again is easy.



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