OT - Does any store sell non skinny pants anymore?

[PS4814]

Bit of a rant here but recently was in need of new pants (or chinos, or slacks, or whatever) and went to the usual big box department and outlet stores and 90% of the inventory on the floor was skinny fit. Swear to god I looked at every freaking rack and it was a variation of slim/trim/skinny/fitted etc. as far as the eye could see, no regular or traditional fit to be found. I ain't Saquad but me legs have always been large and apparently the current style means what that fits my waist is skin tight on my thighs, and what fits my thighs leaves several inches excess around the waist.

About the only place I avoid is men's warehouse as their sales people have been jerks to me in the past so I don't want to support them and I'm averse from buying online with the hassle of having to return what doesn't fit. If that's my only option I'll do it, but was wondering if anyone had suggestions of brick and mortar stores that sell something besides those which leave nothing to the imagination.

 

[Achowalogan]

LL Bean

 

[sluggo72]

Thornton Melons Tall and fat stores!!!

 

[phillybillyreprise]

Duluth Trading Co.

 

[step.eng69]

Thornton Melons Tall and fat stores!!!

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And shaped like a pear store..... that's where I shop .
Maybe the OP should be buying "relaxed" fit over classic & straight leg.

 

[fastlax16]

Jcrew/Jcrew factory has multiple cuts for their pants with the loosest being pretty loose. They’re pretty much always on sale too.

 

[JR4PSU]

Bit of a rant here but recently was in need of new pants (or chinos, or slacks, or whatever) and went to the usual big box department and outlet stores and 90% of the inventory on the floor was skinny fit. Swear to god I looked at every freaking rack and it was a variation of slim/trim/skinny/fitted etc. as far as the eye could see, no regular or traditional fit to be found. I ain't Saquad but me legs have always been large and apparently the current style means what that fits my waist is skin tight on my thighs, and what fits my thighs leaves several inches excess around the waist.

About the only place I avoid is men's warehouse as their sales people have been jerks to me in the past so I don't want to support them and I'm averse from buying online with the hassle of having to return what doesn't fit. If that's my only option I'll do it, but was wondering if anyone had suggestions of brick and mortar stores that sell something besides those which leave nothing to the imagination.

Eddie Bauer

 

[step.eng69]

Duluth Trading Co.

A lot of "ball room" baby.......love them there britches.

 

[psuro]

Excel.

Or Mumus 'R Us.

 

[step.eng69]

Ask RangerDan for advice

 

[Frabjous]

Gawt ta go dahntahn to pants n ‘at!

 

[Locolion]

Bit of a rant here but recently was in need of new pants (or chinos, or slacks, or whatever) and went to the usual big box department and outlet stores and 90% of the inventory on the floor was skinny fit. Swear to god I looked at every freaking rack and it was a variation of slim/trim/skinny/fitted etc. as far as the eye could see, no regular or traditional fit to be found. I ain't Saquad but me legs have always been large and apparently the current style means what that fits my waist is skin tight on my thighs, and what fits my thighs leaves several inches excess around the waist.

About the only place I avoid is men's warehouse as their sales people have been jerks to me in the past so I don't want to support them and I'm averse from buying online with the hassle of having to return what doesn't fit. If that's my only option I'll do it, but was wondering if anyone had suggestions of brick and mortar stores that sell something besides those which leave nothing to the imagination.

I aaid the same thing about 3 mos ago - waaay to many skinny pants on the market. So uncomfortable

 

[katchthis]

Sansabelt..........the original pants for Thanksgiving and buffet events.

 

[83wuzme]

I would also be happy with pants that have a traditional length zipper.
It would be nice to be able to use a urinal without having to unbutton my pants.
And when did the pants people decide unisex pants were the right way to go ?

 

[Ranger Dan]

Yeah, and even outdoorsy clothing is being made skinny by default... even if teens and fashion conscious people want to wear clingy tight fitting clothing, you would think that most people who wanted to hike, hunt, fish or camp would prefer relaxed clothing.

 

[KnightWhoSaysNit]

I agree. Must be too many people that don't exercise and have pot bellies. They've got no thigh development and need a 40+ inch waist. That's what we're dealing with. I live in an area where light weight pants are needed for three seasons. You want the legs to be free but shielded from the bugs, plants, and sun.

Haven't bought pants in quite a while and this is the reason for it. My favorite brand has been Ex Officio for both shirts and pants for play.

 

[91Joe95]

Your local awning shop.

 

[Delco Lion]

Jos Banks has good khakis. As mentioned, so does LL Bean.

 

[ThePennsyOracle]

Casual Male XL/Destination XL

 

[Ranger Dan]

I do remember posting about this, but it amazes me how others can remember some of the random and inane posts I make on this board.

 

[cment]

Bit of a rant here but recently was in need of new pants (or chinos, or slacks, or whatever) and went to the usual big box department and outlet stores and 90% of the inventory on the floor was skinny fit. Swear to god I looked at every freaking rack and it was a variation of slim/trim/skinny/fitted etc. as far as the eye could see, no regular or traditional fit to be found. I ain't Saquad but me legs have always been large and apparently the current style means what that fits my waist is skin tight on my thighs, and what fits my thighs leaves several inches excess around the waist.

About the only place I avoid is men's warehouse as their sales people have been jerks to me in the past so I don't want to support them and I'm averse from buying online with the hassle of having to return what doesn't fit. If that's my only option I'll do it, but was wondering if anyone had suggestions of brick and mortar stores that sell something besides those which leave nothing to the imagination.

Try having a 54" chest and 38 waist and attempting to buy dress shirts, suites, and jackets.

For pants off the rack: Duluth, LL Bean, Land End. Some semi-custom pants can be had made to order for around $110 from Canada. Malaysia, Vietnam, and of course China is cheaper.

 

[psu_1294]

Your local awning shop.

When I was a kid, a long time ago, we used to say “he got his pants at Omar the Tentmaker”. Hadn’t thought about that for years till I saw your comment!

 

[PrtLng Lion]

Yeah I don’t exactly have a skinny jeans body. I order comfortable jeans online from Lee and LL Bean.

 

[PS4814]

Well this went better than expected, I appreciate those with the recommendations and those who agree that there's too much skinny fashion going on.

As a thank you I'll share this clip of Lyndon Johnson ordering pants with extra room in the crotch area up to the bunghole.

 

[PSUcup1]

Eddie Bauer is an option also.

 

[jbenedict]

A lot of "ball room" baby.......love them there britches.

Its better then a cheap hotel not having any "ball room."

 

[cigarowl]

Gawt ta go dahntahn to pants n ‘at!
Those guys were great. Went to one of their live broadcasts at the Meadows race track. What a following they had. I heard they were back on another radio station, anyone in Pittsburgh know if this is correct?

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[T J]

Jos Banks has good khakis. As mentioned, so does LL Bean.

Unless they recently changed, when they were bought out, it seemed that Jos A Banks went away from a selection of more traditional fitting slacks and jeans, toward the lower waist and slimmer fit styles.

Delco Lion - Have you recently purchased a pair of khakis from JAB, with a more traditional fit? Asking for a friend...
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[BobPSU92]

Just give up and wear sweatpants.

 

[Obliviax]

Carhartt.

But go with the skinny jeans...chicks dig it.

 

[SoParkLion]

WWHD? Harbaugh would go to Walmart.

 

[Connorpozlee]

Eddie Bauer

Growing up, my mother always told me I could only wear Lee jeans because they only ones that fit my behind. I got married and now my wife will only buy me Eddie Bauer jeans because, “They’re the only brand that fits your behind.”

 

[ILLINOISLION]

One place not mentioned is Costco. I have only bought the “Kirkland” jeans there, but they are a “relaxed” fit which is what I need. They are inexpensive and last forever.

They do have dressier slacks too but I’ve never looked at them, it might be worth a try.

Otherwise I agree with the Lands End and Eddie Bauer recommendations, the last time I saw their catalogs I remember seeing “relaxed” fit throughout the men’s wear sections.

 

[fairfaxlion2]

At a certain point in your life the only clothes worth spending decent money on are suits, ties, dress shirts, etc. You should spend on these.

You start buying jeans at Target or wherever, spending as little money as possible. The mall stores sell casual clothes that are totally worthless and uncomfortable.

 

[SheldonJoe2215]

How about Macys or Kohls?

 

[Delco Lion]

Unless they recently changed, when they were bought out, it seemed that Jos A Banks went away from a selection of more traditional fitting slacks and jeans, toward the lower waist and slimmer fit styles.

Delco Lion - Have you recently purchased a pair of khakis from JAB, with a more traditional fit? Asking for a friend...
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I did notice a change in fit in many items and some larger sizes were not carried by Jos Banks after they were acquired by Mens Warehouse. Granted, I was 50lbs overweight, which I've gotten rid of over the past 18 months. Over the past two years most of the casual clothes I've purchased are LL Bean and Duluth Trading. I did buy two pairs of Dickies jeans last Winter and like them.

 

[T J]

I did notice a change in fit in many items and some larger sizes were not carried by Jos Banks after they were acquired by Mens Warehouse. Granted, I was 50lbs overweight, which I've gotten rid of over the past 18 months. Over the past two years most of the casual clothes I've purchased are LL Bean and Duluth Trading. I did buy two pairs of Dickies jeans last Winter and like them.

Congratulations on your
weight loss Delco Lion.
Impressive.​

 

[katchthis]

Years of powerlifting, have me dreading pants shopping. Nothing ever seems to fit unless I need to get 2-4 inches more in the waist and then have to them taken in with an alteration. For more dressy slacks, these are on the more expensive side, but have ball room, and are comfortable, and wear very well. Might have to look into kilts.
https://shop.nordstrom.com/s/ballin...MI6P27_quz3QIVjQOGCh07hQQxEAQYASABEgKPaPD_BwE

 

[ThePennsyOracle]

Just a heads up about LL Bean pants:

The "Signature" line is their "skinny" line--those will be cut much tighter than normal pants, however I'm not sure they'd qualify as "skinny" in other brands.

I'm also not a fan of LL Bean's "Natural Fit" among the standard pants line. They are cut differently in some....areas.

 

[KnightWhoSaysNit]

At a certain point in your life the only clothes worth spending decent money on are suits, ties, dress shirts, etc. You should spend on these.

You start buying jeans at Target or wherever, spending as little money as possible. The mall stores sell casual clothes that are totally worthless and uncomfortable.

Uhm....not if you're retired, active, and living in a warm climate. No cotton, which is comfortable but heavy and does not handle moisture well. Can't remember the last time I wore a suit. Can't remember the last funeral or formal wedding I attended.

I'm looking for loose wick-away stuff, and shirts with collars that will look good (at a golf club) and provide sun protection. There's limited selection for long sleeve polo shirts that meet this spec, and as has been stated, pants are becoming an increasing problem. Stuff that won't immediately fall apart is not cheap. I tend to shop at places like REI, Bass Pro, and the like.