How should trousers be worn when at Attention?

• A. Trousers should stack above the shoes with a heavy crease.
• B. Trousers will touch the top of the shoes with a slight break in the crease at Attention.
• C. They should drag on the floor.
• D. They should be baggy around the ankles.

Answer: (B)

At Attention, the trousers should present a neat, straight line from waist to foot. Let the hem rest on the top of the shoe with a slight break in the crease where the fabric meets the shoe. This slight break shows the fabric conforming to the shoe without excess bulk or pooling, giving a clean silhouette that communicates discipline and uniformity.

Finding the right length matters: too long with a heavy crease piles up fabric, which looks sloppy; too short or dragging on the floor shows poor fit and care; baggy ankles break the sharp line required at attention. The slight break is the balanced, correct look that keeps the crease visible and the leg line smooth.