Taking an inner leg measurement at home
Short answer: You can take an inner leg measurement at home with a soft tape measure and a pair of trousers you already wear. Measure from the crotch down to where you want your shorts to end, then compare it with the size details on the item.
Why leg length matters
Leg length decides whether shorts end above the knee, mid thigh or high up on the thigh. It changes both comfort and looks, and few people think about it until they hold a pair that is too long or too short. A measurement at home saves you from many wrong purchases.
What you need for an inner leg measurement
You need a soft tape measure, the kind used for sewing, and a flat wall or table. If you have no tape, a piece of string and a ruler will do. Stand barefoot or in thin socks and put on trousers that sit the way you like your shorts to sit.
How to measure the inside of your leg
Stand with your legs slightly apart and hold the tape against the inside of your thigh. Measure from the crotch down to the point where you want the shorts to finish. Write the number down in centimetres and repeat on the other leg to check that both give about the same result.
Measure a pair you already like
The easiest shortcut is to take a pair of shorts you already own and wear, and lay them flat. Measure along the inside seam from the crotch to the leg opening. That is safer than guessing, and you can compare directly with the measurements of new shorts when you browse bamboo shorts for women.
Read the size information carefully
Every item has its own measurements, and they can differ from what you are used to. Find the inner leg length in the size chart or description and compare it with your own figure. Do not guess from the size label alone, because two pairs in the same size can have different lengths, so keep your inner leg measurement at hand.
Remember fabric and fit
Fabric can give a little as you wear it, and a soft, stretchy fabric sits differently from a stiff one. Do not choose shorts so tight that you have to stretch them to get them on. For more ideas for your summer wardrobe, look at bamboo clothing for women.
Think about your own needs
Whether the shorts are for home, for holidays or for sleeping in, each use calls for a different length. For activity many want more freedom around the thigh, and for resting a longer leg can feel better. Think about what you will use them for before you choose, and measure again if you are unsure.
If you fall between two measurements
If you fall between two sizes or two lengths, think about what bothers you more. Would you rather have shorts a little too short than a little too long? A women's long-sleeved bamboo T-shirt can balance the whole outfit if the shorts end shorter than you are used to.
Frequently asked questions
How do I take an inner leg measurement without help?
Stand with a soft tape measure against the inside of your thigh and measure from the crotch down to where you want the shorts to end. Repeat on both legs.
Can I measure from shorts I already own?
Yes, it is an easy shortcut. Lay the shorts flat, measure along the inside seam from the crotch to the leg opening, and compare with the measurements of the new pair.
What if I fall between two lengths?
Think about whether you would rather have them a little too short or a little too long, and choose by that. Also look at the fabric, because soft and stretchy sits differently from stiff.
