CubaveraMen's Linen-Blend Pants with Drawstring (Size Small-5x Big & Tall)

I'm planning a Caribbean vacation and need some "dress" pants for evening wear. These pants were the best option, at least "on paper." Based on other user reviews, it seemed like these were decent quality at a good price, so I took the plunge and ordered two pair; Natural and Black.My main concern was inseam length. I usually wear 44 (W) x 34 (L) jeans. I was somewhat concerned about the waist but greatly concerned about the length, as usually when pants are sized with "L," "XL," "XXL" they typically are tailored for men with 28 - 30 inch inseam. While I am planning on visiting a tropical island, I wasn't too happy about the thought of wearing "high waters."I'm very happy to report that the XXL size of these pants fit nicely. The waist still has room in the elastic to move and sit without fear of splitting a seam. The length is pretty good for my normal 34 inch inseam, dropping just across the tops of my feet. I should have no issues (and by "issues" I mean mocking stares, points-and-laughs, or snickering at the length of my trousers) while wearing flip-flops. I do not think these pants are long enough on me to wear comfortably with dress shoes or any shoe with a heel. However, if your inseam is shorter then you may be able to get away with different shoe choices.The material of these pants is light and thin, which can be both good and bad.The good:I bought these for vacation on a tropical island where humidity and temps are almost always high. The material is plenty breathable, light and thin, allowing maximum airflow and wicking. I shouldn't have any issues with backside "sweat spots" after sitting for dinner, or if I happen to lounge in a pool-side chaise with some water spray on the surface.The bad:The Natural color pants are thin enough that I need to be cautious of what color undergarment I wear underneath. Any undergarment that's way darker or lighter than your natural flesh tone can be seen "through" the pant material. The same goes for garments that are brightly colored or have bold patterns. So try to avoid wearing your sparkly Superman undies with the Natural pants. Same holds true, even more so, for the White pants. Guys - Take a fashion tip from the ladies: Your undergarment should match or be close to your flesh tone, NOT the pants, when wearing thin, light or white pants. You're welcome.

I'm 6 ft, 195 pounds and depending on the brand wear 34-36 inch waist with 30-32 inch inseam. I purchased the large and they are very comfortable, maybe a tad loose and bit long but it only enhances the casualness of the pants. The looseness is not enough that I need to worry about them falling down while walking around (and that's without tying the drawstring which is not just decorative it is a built in belt), but when my 3 or 5 year old grabs my leg I have to react quick or they could inadvertently pull them down . If you don't have kids hanging on your legs you'll likely be fine. As for the length, they are baggy and the back can hit the ground, but this does not bother me because the look is more casual/ cool than sloppy.The material is quite thin and breathable but since I got black it absorbs the heat and helps with warmth. This is perfect for my climate as many times I try to decide if I should go with pants or shorts...these give me the benefits of both.As for washing, I would recommend following the instructions...however, in my case I did not. Our washer settings are warm/warm and our dryer is set to Delicate (low heat), its lowest setting, because our washer does a great job spinning the water out. In my case these have not shrink under these conditions.Overall, I really like these pants and given my climate (55-75 degrees) plan to purchase some more for weekend wearing.

I'll start with the sizing. I am 5'10" 190#. I typically wear a 36x30" in blue jeans. I was going back and forth on sizing on these, trying to determine whether to get M or L, and 30 vs. 32" (standard) length. In the end, I went L and 32" and am really glad I did. I washed these before wearing on a gentle cycle (Warm water) and put in the dryer on Low for <15 minutes. I had tried them on before washing them and would concur on the 32" length and would say the waist was a comfortable 36". After washing them, they shrunk to be a 29-30" length and the waist is now a snug 36". I would imagine the 30" length would shrink down to a 28" or less.So, post-wash, I'd say a Large 32" is designed to fit someone with a 34-35" waist and 20-30" inseam.Just pass this along, as sizing was the biggest issue I was trying to sort out before purchase.In terms of quality, the stitching seems quite well done. The fabric appears to be a nice blend of linen and cotton. And they are soft and comfortable to wear.I'd repurchase, though probably in an XL for my 36" waist (and with the standard length they offer).

I bought these pants for an upcoming Caribbean cruise. I was a little apprehensive because some of the reviews brought up issues with them shrinking too much but with proper "break in", I didn't have any issues. Being linen, one should expect some shrinkage an the first wash and these pants are no exception. Here's the deal; order them understanding you will need time to wash, hang dry and iron them before you wear them. I normally wear a 36X30 pants so I ordered the XLX32. As soon as they arrived, I washed them in cold water with a cold rinse then hung them from the waistband and let them dry in my closet for a couple of days. They fit almost perfect! The waist is still a little larger than I would like in order to call them actually perfect but with the drawstring, they're close enough. The legs fit is amazing though. I gave them 5 stars vs 4 stars because the waist fit was my gamble and not due to an issue with the quality of the pants and they were exactly what I wanted and exactly what I expected. If you're a lose 36 waist, you may want to consider the L vs the XL. Most definitely though, try to order 2 inches taller in the inseam than what you normally wear. They WILL shrink. DO NOT PUT THESE IN THE DRYER... EVER!!!! Highly recommended for those hot summer days on the beach or by the pool.