Tall Plus-Size Pants and Jeans: Inseams That Actually Reach
Tall plus-size pants have a 32"–33" inseam versus 29"–30" regular. Look for the tall (WT) size on styles like the Knit Jean and Right Fit® Pant.
If regular-length pants stop above your ankle, the fix is a tall inseam, not a bigger size. Several of our best-selling plus-size jeans and pants come in tall at 32" or 33", about 3" longer than regular. Here's how to find them and which one suits you.
What inseam is tall for women?
At Catherines, tall means a 32" or 33" inseam. Regular lengths on the same styles run 29"–30", so tall adds roughly 3" from crotch to hem.
Inseams vary by style, so compare the exact number rather than the label alone. The Knit Jean's tall is 32"; the pants below are 33".
How do you know if you need tall length?
You need tall if your regular-length pants stop above your ankle bone while standing. Height is a clue, often from about 5'9", but your inseam measurement is the real answer.
- Put on a pair of pants whose length you love, with the shoes you wear most.
- Lay them flat and measure along the inner leg seam, from the crotch seam down to the hem.
- Compare that number to the regular and tall inseams on the product page.
- If your number is closer to 32"–33", choose tall.
No favorite pair? Measure the inside of your leg from the top of your inner thigh to where you want the hem to land, ideally with someone helping.
How to read tall sizes on the label
Tall sizes add a T to the size you already wear. A 22W becomes 22WT; a 2X becomes 2XWT. You don't size up for length—you keep your size and choose the tall inseam.
- Knit Jean: Tall Plus Sizes 0XWT–5XWT.
- Right Fit® Pant, Curvy and Moderately Curvy: Tall Plus Sizes 16WT–34WT.
- Softluxe Sateen Stretch Pant: Tall Plus Sizes 16WT–34WT.
- Suprema® Pant: lists a 33" tall inseam; check the size selector on the product page for tall availability in your size.
Tall size spans differ from regular ones, so confirm your size is offered in tall before you fall for a color.
Which tall plus-size pants and jeans should you choose?
Pick by how you like a waistband to feel and how polished you need to look. Pull-on knits suit easy everyday wear; zip-fly styles suit work.
For a jean that feels like a knit: The Knit Jean
The Knit Jean is our #1 jean: soft cotton French terry with spandex that reads as denim. It pulls on with no buttons or zipper and has functional front pockets. The slim leg means a 32" tall hem sits neatly at the ankle.
For pull-on everyday ease: Suprema® Pant
Our signature Suprema® pull-on pant is a stretch-cotton knit with an elastic waistband, deep pockets and a straight leg. Its 33" tall inseam suits a straight leg worn with sneakers or flats.
For curves at the hip: Right Fit® Pant (Curvy)
If you're fullest at the hips, try our Right Fit® Curvy pant. It was developed from thousands of real women's measurements to address gaping at the waist and tightness through the hips, with quarter back elastic for comfort.
For a gentle waist-to-hip curve: Right Fit® Pant (Moderately Curvy)
Slightly curved from waist to hip? The Moderately Curvy Right Fit® pant uses the same two-way stretch fabric and 33" tall inseam, with elastic in the waistband and a relaxed straight leg. Both Catherines Right Fit® shapes come in 16WT–34WT.
For polish with stretch: Softluxe Sateen Stretch Pant
The Softluxe sateen straight-leg pant has classic five-pocket styling, a zip fly and a contour waistband that follows your natural shape. It moves from the office to evening plans, in jewel tones and neutrals.
| Style | Tall Inseam | Regular Inseam | Waist | Leg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Knit Jean | 32" | 29" | Pull-on, covered elastic | Slim |
| Suprema® Pant | 33" | 30" | Pull-on, elastic | Straight |
| Right Fit® Pant (Curvy) | 33" | 30" | Zip fly, hook-and-bar, back elastic | Relaxed straight |
| Right Fit® Pant (Moderately Curvy) | 33" | 30" | Zip fly, hook-and-bar, elastic in waistband | Relaxed straight |
| Softluxe Sateen Stretch Pant | 33" | 30" | Zip fly, button, contour waistband | Straight |
Where should a tall hem land?
A full-length straight-leg pant should graze the top of your shoe; a slim leg can end right at the ankle. Check the length with the shoes you'll wear most.
- Flats and sneakers: a 33" straight leg gives you a clean break without puddling.
- Low heels or boots: try tall straight legs on with the heel; the extra length keeps the line long.
- Slim legs: the Knit Jean's 32" tall is cut to finish at the ankle, so it won't stack.
Browse every length in our vast array of plus-size pants collection, then choose tall in the size selector. Or start with tall-friendly jeans.
Frequently asked questions
Will a size 22 fit me if I'm 5'9"?
Your size and your length are separate choices. Keep the size that fits your waist and hips, then choose tall for length: in Right Fit® or Softluxe that means 22WT, with a 33" inseam.
Do Catherines tops and tees come in tall lengths?
Tall is offered on select bottoms, not tops or tees. For a longer line on top, look at tunic-length styles and pair them with a tall pant or jean.
Does the Knit Jean come in a 6X tall?
Not in tall. The Knit Jean's tall sizes run 0XWT–5XWT. Regular-length sizes go up to 6X, with a 29" inseam.
How much longer is tall than petite?
About 5" to 6". The Knit Jean runs 26.5" in petite and 32" in tall; Suprema®, Right Fit® and Softluxe pants run 27"–27.5" in petite and 33" in tall.
What if my inseam falls between regular and tall?
Choose the tall length. A tailor can take up a hem easily, but there is rarely enough fabric to let one down.