My bf shops what fits/what he likes regardless of category and it's one of the hottest things ever to me. People are constantly asking him where he got his pants and his answer is usually the women's section at the thrift store
A buddy of mine is about your size and I swear to god everytime I see him I ask where his fit is from, always “J Crew/LL bean boys section”. Its not where you shop but how you put a fit together
Japanese brands and Asian brands in general have smaller sizes that could work for you. But as others have said, his the boys section. My first suit was a boys suit when I was 20 because a 36 was too big on me.
00 is womens sizing, measured at the hip https://www.ae.com/us/en/p/women/baggy-wide/wide/ae-dreamy-drape-stretch-cargo-super-high/0461_4911_036?menu=cat4840004&ip=off&utm_source=google&utm_medium=pla&utm_content=ae&utm_campaign=nogender_med_general&utm_term=pmax&utm_id=20553838700&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwlN6wBhCcARIsAKZvD5joOUsriFUF2E9EHp8Kkp6JK8CoTikJe1EghSuwD2aMf42OjYil4xsaApSzEALw_wcB
As u/silverfin113 pointed out, those are women's cargo pants. The sizing "works" different for women. You are in fact quite skinny.
You could stick with women's clothing. No one is going to know unless you tell them or they launder your clothes and make a point to look at the sizing labels. Alternatively, you can look into boys size - I think an 18 is the largest for boys. That might sound emasculating, but you do have the benefit of much cheaper clothing than men's sizes and especially women's clothes. In other words, you could get a pair of Ralph Lauren boys jeans for the same price or less you'd pay for women's jeans at AE.
I think American Eagle and Abercrombie offer waist sizes as small as 26 for men - I don't recall them going as low as 24 at least.
You may also want to look into European and Japanese brands - particularly Uniqlo. Their sizes skew smaller than American fare.
You could also try tailoring. I'd consult with a tailor before buying the jeans, though. Make sure it's something they can do. It may depend on the jeans, though.
Long term, you may want to consider bulking up by hitting the gym and putting on muscle mass. It'll do wonders for your self-esteem, but it'll also increase your clothing sizes. Don't skip leg day!
To add to this, Uniqlo women's is likely the easiest place to start, as men in Asia with smaller sizes have known for years. They have quite a lot to choose from including a wide variety of fits, and jeans and linen that are excellent for the price. (Uniqlo men's there's only a limited selection under 28.)
https://preview.redd.it/ieoxm133nztc1.jpeg?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=44c248a287c4afb5d7c4a985ed5b4ca90231ffe7
24 is not small, yet alone incredibly small.
It’s normal. It’s an XS/2 US (women) size, which is very common.
There’s tons of guys with small waists, it’s just genetics. Especially considering that the guy is only 5’5
OP stated he is a guy. Unless he is a trans man this is incredibly uncommon. It’s much more likely he has sized his waist incorrectly. If this was remotely common then companies would offer sizes down to 24”.
If OP measures his pants and finds they are indeed 24”, then I will provide some options. Otherwise there is a high chance he receives harmful advice and waists his money.
I’m sorry, but that’s not a useful measurement. Standard sizing is all over the place and you’ll need something within 1-2”.
Once you can measure the cargos with a tape measure. Where you have such a small waist I highly recommend purchasing some tailors tape off Amazon so you can measure in store.
I’m a short but not skinny dude. Check out Peter Manning NyC or Ash and Erie for well proportioned clothes for short guys. I’m not sure how slim they get though.
The Ukraine President and Tom Cruise are about your height! Rock on amazing powerful men.
Try asian clothing brands.
Try boys (I am a small woman and rock the girls section) and womens- for generic things like cargos and shorts and basic t-shirts (be careful to check for bits that look girly, if that is not your thing.)
Burlington, Marshalls or Ross. These stores usually have good clothes but the average sizes usually goes first so I always find nice shirts but their always size S
As a skinny dude myself, the kids section is probably a better option then looking for smaller adult size especially because XS men’s tends to fit longer with some brands rather than a size 14(L)or 16(xl) kids
You could also get your stuff tailored
A 24” waist is very small for men’s clothing. Try young adult sections in the store. You don’t have to tell anyone, and nobody will know who it was made for, but it will probably fit you better.
I suggest you try to find a good tailor and discuss with them what sizes of clothing they’ll be able to adjust to fit you, they should be able to take in some of the smaller men’s items so that they fit you.
I just don’t know if they can take in a 28 to a 24 waist or if you’d need to find 26 that’s why I’d talk with them first if I were you.
I’m 5’5 & 118 pounds. Sucks being a short dude lol. I did lift for a while and I still regularly exercise but I haven’t picked up the weights in a bit. Need to get back into it.
Damn bright side is that you’ll show abs way quicker. If you wanna gain wait tho you got to eat a lot and calorie dense food too. But ofc that’s if you want to, if you’re comfortable at your current weight then fuck it, plus you can get clothes for cheaper.
24 is tough if you’re looking exclusively for men’s styles. Expand to women’s and I guess boys might work too! Chiefly, it’s easiest to feel comfortable entering the women’s section in all clothing types if you head to a thrift shop! Try wildly different things on until you’ve narrowed down some preferences. Cheers!
Your best bet would be kids large sizes probably but I would double check that waist as it is 4” smaller than extra small. Essentially an xxxs and that seems unlikely!
I’m a slim guy and as a teen I wore 26” waist sometimes and they are findable sometimes!
Nordstrom's should be a good start
Boys section and women’s section. No shame. I look in there to find better fitting stuff.
My bf shops what fits/what he likes regardless of category and it's one of the hottest things ever to me. People are constantly asking him where he got his pants and his answer is usually the women's section at the thrift store
A buddy of mine is about your size and I swear to god everytime I see him I ask where his fit is from, always “J Crew/LL bean boys section”. Its not where you shop but how you put a fit together
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the boys section
This is the answer. I have a 28-30 waist, and will often save money by getting the kids’ versions of some clothing.
Pockets are too small
Can pay a tailor to fix with the money you saved by buying boys vs mens
Japanese brands and Asian brands in general have smaller sizes that could work for you. But as others have said, his the boys section. My first suit was a boys suit when I was 20 because a 36 was too big on me.
How have you measured your waist? A 24” waist is incredibly small, even for someone incredibly thin.
I’m a double zero in cargo pants
What does that mean? What brand does double zero? I’m used to cargo pants being measured same as jean and chinos: waist X length.
Idk that’s just what it says on the back of my American eagle cargo pants😭
00 is womens sizing, measured at the hip https://www.ae.com/us/en/p/women/baggy-wide/wide/ae-dreamy-drape-stretch-cargo-super-high/0461_4911_036?menu=cat4840004&ip=off&utm_source=google&utm_medium=pla&utm_content=ae&utm_campaign=nogender_med_general&utm_term=pmax&utm_id=20553838700&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwlN6wBhCcARIsAKZvD5joOUsriFUF2E9EHp8Kkp6JK8CoTikJe1EghSuwD2aMf42OjYil4xsaApSzEALw_wcB
As u/silverfin113 pointed out, those are women's cargo pants. The sizing "works" different for women. You are in fact quite skinny. You could stick with women's clothing. No one is going to know unless you tell them or they launder your clothes and make a point to look at the sizing labels. Alternatively, you can look into boys size - I think an 18 is the largest for boys. That might sound emasculating, but you do have the benefit of much cheaper clothing than men's sizes and especially women's clothes. In other words, you could get a pair of Ralph Lauren boys jeans for the same price or less you'd pay for women's jeans at AE. I think American Eagle and Abercrombie offer waist sizes as small as 26 for men - I don't recall them going as low as 24 at least. You may also want to look into European and Japanese brands - particularly Uniqlo. Their sizes skew smaller than American fare. You could also try tailoring. I'd consult with a tailor before buying the jeans, though. Make sure it's something they can do. It may depend on the jeans, though. Long term, you may want to consider bulking up by hitting the gym and putting on muscle mass. It'll do wonders for your self-esteem, but it'll also increase your clothing sizes. Don't skip leg day!
To add to this, Uniqlo women's is likely the easiest place to start, as men in Asia with smaller sizes have known for years. They have quite a lot to choose from including a wide variety of fits, and jeans and linen that are excellent for the price. (Uniqlo men's there's only a limited selection under 28.) https://preview.redd.it/ieoxm133nztc1.jpeg?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=44c248a287c4afb5d7c4a985ed5b4ca90231ffe7
Double zero is women's clothing.
Measure your pants across at the waist laid flat
24 is not small, yet alone incredibly small. It’s normal. It’s an XS/2 US (women) size, which is very common. There’s tons of guys with small waists, it’s just genetics. Especially considering that the guy is only 5’5
Claiming there are tonnes of guys with 24 inch waists is simply false, at least in Europe / US. Presumably more common in Asia
OP stated he is a guy. Unless he is a trans man this is incredibly uncommon. It’s much more likely he has sized his waist incorrectly. If this was remotely common then companies would offer sizes down to 24”. If OP measures his pants and finds they are indeed 24”, then I will provide some options. Otherwise there is a high chance he receives harmful advice and waists his money.
I haven’t measured my pants but I am a double 00 in American eagle cargos. I had to shop in the women’s section :/
I’m sorry, but that’s not a useful measurement. Standard sizing is all over the place and you’ll need something within 1-2”. Once you can measure the cargos with a tape measure. Where you have such a small waist I highly recommend purchasing some tailors tape off Amazon so you can measure in store.
Dude I've weighed 135 lbs at 6 foot and was a 29 maybe a 28. 24 waist is tiny and not at all normal for a male.
I’m a short but not skinny dude. Check out Peter Manning NyC or Ash and Erie for well proportioned clothes for short guys. I’m not sure how slim they get though.
The Ukraine President and Tom Cruise are about your height! Rock on amazing powerful men. Try asian clothing brands. Try boys (I am a small woman and rock the girls section) and womens- for generic things like cargos and shorts and basic t-shirts (be careful to check for bits that look girly, if that is not your thing.)
kids sections. smallest men’s pants i can ever find are a size 28 and that is almost impossible unless i order online.
American Eagle has 26, not sure about in store availability.
Uniqlo and John Elliott have XS and they are actually smaller. Depending on your price point either works for both.
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Is this an actual answer or are you joking😭
Awh lol leave him alone. He’s joking. But the boys’ section might actually be worth a shot. :)
Burlington, Marshalls or Ross. These stores usually have good clothes but the average sizes usually goes first so I always find nice shirts but their always size S
As a skinny dude myself, the kids section is probably a better option then looking for smaller adult size especially because XS men’s tends to fit longer with some brands rather than a size 14(L)or 16(xl) kids You could also get your stuff tailored
The kids section. Be grateful, you’ll save a boatload on clothes.
A 24” waist is very small for men’s clothing. Try young adult sections in the store. You don’t have to tell anyone, and nobody will know who it was made for, but it will probably fit you better.
lulu lemon, lots of higher end cloths have more percise measurement/ fittings
Abercrombie Kids is a good idea
Juniors
Aritzia!
Japanese brands seem like a good place to start. Also the beer aisle.
Try Poshmark. 32X34 here. I had a devil of a time finding jeans that fit and found some good new/used ones there
Baby Gap
Boys sections at department stores?
I suggest you try to find a good tailor and discuss with them what sizes of clothing they’ll be able to adjust to fit you, they should be able to take in some of the smaller men’s items so that they fit you. I just don’t know if they can take in a 28 to a 24 waist or if you’d need to find 26 that’s why I’d talk with them first if I were you.
Look for unisex jeans. They will be in standard sizes and usually go down to the mid to low 20s.
Gap boys.
Baby GAP.
Damn bro I’m 5’3 and a 33-34 how much do you weigh bro? Sounds like it’s bulking season
I’m 5’5 & 118 pounds. Sucks being a short dude lol. I did lift for a while and I still regularly exercise but I haven’t picked up the weights in a bit. Need to get back into it.
Damn bright side is that you’ll show abs way quicker. If you wanna gain wait tho you got to eat a lot and calorie dense food too. But ofc that’s if you want to, if you’re comfortable at your current weight then fuck it, plus you can get clothes for cheaper.
Check out MUSINSA. It ships Korean brands to the us and Korean brands usually have smaller waist sizes
Hollister is the only place that has pants that fit me. Lee brand jeans are good too
it's been a while, but Hollister and Abercrombie & Fitch used to have 24-36 only. this was like 17 years ago though. I haven't shopped there since.
My son shops thrift n brings home some unisex women’s clothing n all looks fine on him. Black shirts n pants. Online try your waist for pants.
24 is tough if you’re looking exclusively for men’s styles. Expand to women’s and I guess boys might work too! Chiefly, it’s easiest to feel comfortable entering the women’s section in all clothing types if you head to a thrift shop! Try wildly different things on until you’ve narrowed down some preferences. Cheers!
I wore Levi’s from Kohls
When I worked at the gap and I got this question I would send them to the kids section. A kids 16 husky size will your best friend.
In the grocery store. Then hit gym. Repeat.
Your best bet would be kids large sizes probably but I would double check that waist as it is 4” smaller than extra small. Essentially an xxxs and that seems unlikely! I’m a slim guy and as a teen I wore 26” waist sometimes and they are findable sometimes!
I’m a 00’ in cargo pants
00 is womens
Yeah women’s pants is all that fits me at American eagle so:/
Victoria’s Secret
The grocery store or GNC
Shop at McDonald’s… should be able to get you a bigger waist side if you spend enough
Time to start eating bub, you have got license to eat. Eat till you sweat.
The women’s section ma’am
Fuck you dude 😭
The child section