Standard End Millsizes metric

End Millcutter sizes in mm

There are two meanings when it comes to “tapered” as related to jeans, pants, and other garments designed to wear over the legs.

Standard End Millsizes chart

Example of use (related to design or style): I bought tapered jeans because I wanted the leg opening to be small enough that the hem wouldn’t cover my shoes.

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I've been making jeans for nearly 40 years, and it still surprises me that even people who work in the clothing industry often misuse denim terms. Here's "tapered," explained.