Fit & Style Guide

Understand the fit and design details that define each of our trousers. This guide outlines the distinctions to help you find your ideal fit and style.

Leg Fit

Our trousers are available in three leg silhouettes: slim, regular, and comfort.

Slim Leg

Cut close through the thigh and tapering gently to the hem. Creates a clean, modern silhouette with a sharp, tailored line.

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Regular Leg

Balanced through the thigh and knee for a timeless, versatile fit. Offers ease of movement while maintaining a refined shape.

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Comfort Leg

Slightly fuller through the leg for a relaxed yet elegant profile. Designed for ease and drape without compromising sophistication.

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Rise

The rise, defines where the trouser sits at the waist and how it fits through the seat. Available in three variations.

Low Rise

Sits lower on the waist for a more contemporary, relaxed look. Offers a modern silhouette with a slightly elongated torso line.

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Medium Rise

Sits naturally on the waist, balancing comfort and proportion. The most versatile option, suited to both casual and tailored styles.

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High Rise

Sits above the natural waist, creating a refined, elongated leg line. Ideal for classic tailoring and a more structured, elegant silhouette.

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Pleat Style

Choose between three different front styles: flat front, single pleat and double pleats.

Flat Front

Clean and minimal through the front with no pleats. Creates a sharp, contemporary silhouette that sits close to the body.

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Single Pleat

Features one pleat on each side for subtle ease and refinement. Balances comfort and elegance with a timeless tailored look.

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Double Pleats

Two pleats on each side offer greater room and drape through the front. A classic expression of traditional tailoring and sophistication.

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Waistband Style

The waistband defines the top of the trouser. We offer four styles: belt loops, side adjusters, elongated belt, and New York.

Belt Loops

A classic design allowing for a belt to secure the fit. Timeless and versatile, suited to both casual and tailored styles.

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Side Adjusters

Clean and functional tabs positioned at the waist for precise adjustment. Offers a refined, belt-free look that complements tailoring.

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Elongated Belt

An extended waistband that fastens across the front for a sleek, structured finish. A signature detail of refined, sartorial trousers.

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Hem Finishing

The hem, or trouser finishing, defines how the leg ends at the ankle, influencing both the silhouette and the overall impression. We offer two styles: plain or cuffed.

Plain

A clean, classic finish without a turn-up. The plain hem creates a sleek, uninterrupted line that complements both formal and contemporary styles.

Cuffed

A traditional turn-up finish that adds weight and presence to the trouser leg. The cuff lends structure and a touch of sartorial refinement.

Line

From casual to corporate. From boardroom to bar. Find a trousers to fit the moment with our two distinct lines: sport and sartorial.

Rota Sport

A refined approach to casual wear, crafted with the ease of weekends in mind and the precision of Italian tailoring. Made in relaxed fabrics and styles that balance comfort with sophistication.

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Rota Sartorial

Rooted in classic tailoring, defined by structure, proportion, and formality. Crafted from traditional fabrics, ideal for work, occasion, and refined everyday wear.

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Rota Womens

Our women’s trousers embody the same devotion to cut, comfort, and craft that defines Rota. It's the same Rota perfection, re-cut for women.

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Design Your Own

From fabric to fit to finishing details. Customise every detail with our online configurator.