The inseam is a measurement used in clothing, specifically pants, to determine the length of the inner leg seam from the crotch to the hem of the pants. It is typically measured in inches and is important for finding pants that fit properly and hang right. A correctly measured and fitted inseam will ensure that the pants sit and hang right, while an inseam that is too long will cause the legs of the pants to be longer than necessary, trailing across the floor or bunching up. To measure your inseam, you can use a soft tape measure and start from the lowest point of your crotch, keeping the tape measure close to your leg, then pull the tape down to the bottom part of your ankle bone. It is best to measure your inseam with a pair of shoes on so that you can ensure the hem hits at the right point on your shoe. Knowing your inseam is important for finding pants that compliment your body’s shape and achieving the look you are going for.