We offer most of our bottoms in two discerning fits—Slim and Democratic. After countless hours of testing, sampling, and refining the two—not only in all of our jeans for men, but also our range of Chinos—we’re damn confident these two styles cover all the bases when it comes to fit, form, and function. What’s the difference between the two, you ask?

fit model posing in The Democratic and Slim Foundation Pant in Organic Espresso.

Left: The Democratic Foundation Pant in Organic Espresso, Right: The Slim Foundation Pant in Organic Espresso

Our Democratic Fit

A classic medium rise, tailored fit, our Democratic Fit is straight through the thigh with a slight taper from knee to leg opening. A touch roomier throughout the seat compared to the Slim, our Democratic pants still exhibit classic TS tailoring, but provide more freedom in the thigh and knee, as well as a slightly wider leg opening. Chances are, if you count running or cycling as a hobby, have a more athletic build or just prefer a little more room, our Democratic Fit is the way to go.

Split shot showing our guy from the front and back, in a Democratic fit selvedge jeans and a plain white tee.

Our Slim Fit

On the other hand leg, we’ve developed our Slim Fit to express a more modern take on tailoring and fit. By no means “skinny,” our Slim pants are simply more tapered throughout the thigh, knee, and leg opening, to give you that trimmer look and feel. We like to say Slim is made for those with leaner legs or those who prefer a narrower fit—so if that's you, our Slim Fit is probably the answer. 

Split shot showing our guy from the front and back, in slim fit selvedge jeans and a plain white tee.

Stock Features

As for what the two have in common, the waist sizes are standard across the two, and both Democratic and Slim fits offer a classic medium rise with just enough shape to keep the back waistband against your skin. Plus, we offer all our Slim and Democratic styles in both 34 and 32-inch inseam lengths, so you can get the perfect cuff regardless of the leg length.

Our two fits get the job done for all of us here at TS—and it goes without saying, we not only want to make clothing that functions and moves with you, doing whatever it is you do, but we want you to look and feel comfortable in whatever garment you choose to bring home.

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