A snug fit through the waist with a wide, roomy leg for movement and durability. Built for active work with a more relaxed, functional silhouette.
FIT & FEATURES
• Hammer holster • 6 x pockets
FABRIC
Durable and classic, 100% Cotton Drill. We recommend an initial firm fit, as our cotton relaxes with wear. It ís similar to true denim, where the fibres soften the more you wear it.
SIZING
The Construction Pants have a snug fit through the waist and a wide leg. If you prefer a looser fit, we suggest sizing up. Compare your hip measurement to the Size Chart below to get the perfect fit.
Features
• Waist adjusters for a perfect waist fit
• D-ring for keys or tools
• 1 x Hammer holsters
• 2 x deep front patch pockets & 2 x back pockets
• 2 x leg pockets
• YKK Zip
Our Fabric
We make all our classic styles from a heavy duty 310 gsm 100% Fairtrade cotton drill, with a lightly brushed finished. This means it’s heavy duty, breathable and soft to the touch.
As this is natural material, this fabric does have its limitations: like most 100% cottons, with constant wear, tear and laundering, the cotton can weaken over time. So whilst our styles are designed for long term, day to day use, if you are kneeling on abrasive surfaces regularly, we suggest investing in some knee pads to avoid rips and holes.
Sizing Tips
The Construction Pants have a snug fit through the waist and a wide leg. We suggest if your prefer a looser fit, to size up.
We’ve designed this guide to make choosing your size as simple and accurate as possible, based on both our measurements and real customer fittings.
Our sizing follows Australian numerical sizing. As there’s no universal standard across brands, your size may vary elsewhere. This guide is the best way to find your fit in SÜK.
Find Your Size
1. Measure your body
Bust – measure around the fullest part of your chest. Keep the tape measure firm and straight, wrap it under your arms and across your shoulder blades.
Waist – measure around your natural waistline, the narrowest part of your torso that sits above your hips, where you would like the waistline of your new gear to sit.
Hips - measure the fullest part of your hips and bum.
2. Use your largest measurement
Match your measurements to the chart below using your largest measurement (this is usually your hips).
This ensures the garment fits comfortably across your body.
3. Consider how you like your fit & adjust for your body
Prefer a firm fit? You can size down
Prefer a relaxed fit? Size Up
Between sizes? Most customers choose the larger size for comfort and the ability to cinch the waist using the adjusters
Important: Where you wear your waistband
All our styles are designed to sit high on the waist (except our Mid-Rise Cargo Pants).
Wear them high-waisted → stay true to size or size down
Wear them mid or low rise → consider sizing up or measure where you would like them to sit and compare this measurement to the waist measurement in the chart
All our garments have waist adjusters, allowing the waist to be brought in by up to 10cm.
Real Fit Insights
From our in-store fittings and customer feedback:
Looking for a firm fit? You can size down in our Cotton Drill. This is because the fabric will relax with wear
In-between sizes? Most customers size up when between sizes for comfort, and the waist can be cinched in for a great fit.
Your height and torso length matter: taller customers may prefer more room through the rise and size up
Body Measurement Chart
In centimetres
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
Bust
87.5
90
95
100
105
110
117.5
122.5
130
137.5
145
152.5
160
167.5
Waist
62.5
65
70
75
80
85
92.5
97.5
105
112.5
120
127.5
135
142.5
Hip
87.5
90
95
100
105
110
117.5
122.5
130
137.5
145
152.5
160
167.5
Body Length for Suits (Short vs Long)
Some suits are available in short body and long body options. This refers to your torso length, not your height or inseam length.
If you usually get a wedgie in a jumpsuit, get the LONG BODY
Never had this issue before, get the SHORT BODY
Generally, if you are taller than 180cm, we recommend the Brumby or Roper suits with adjustable straps for extra torso length, and double-check the inseam length will work for you.
The SÜK team says: “Our staff like to size down from their pants sizing for a snug fit in our Brumby, Lagoon and Yard suits. Our Roper and Ringer suits are already fitted and true to size”
Garment Measurements
We provide individual garment measurements on every single one of our items! If you're someone who loves that extra detail, please have a read on the specific garment page. We also try to display the size each model is wearing and their measurements to help you.
These measurements are taken from the flattened physical garment, and then doubled to achieve an accurate measurement. Each chart is specific to each individual style. There is a variation of 1-2cm per garment, as our styles are prewashed and pre-shrunk before we send them to you.
You can use the garment measurements and measure an existing comfy item of clothing and compare it to our chart.
Fabric Notes
Drill: Durable and classic. We recommend an initial firm fit, as our cotton relaxes with wear. It’s similar to true denim, where the fibres soften the more you wear it. Washing will help bring it back to its original firmness.
Denim: Our denim offers the most reliable, true-to-size fit. It has a natural give that conforms to your body over time while maintaining its shape. If you are buying Denim, order your standard size.
Canvas: Built for heavy-duty protection, our Canvas is a thick, highly rigid material with zero stretch. It requires a break-in period. Fit Tip: If you need more room for bending and moving, or if you are between sizes, we recommend sizing up.
Ripstop: Lightweight but incredibly tough, Ripstop is a zero-stretch fabric. Because it does not yield around the hips or waist, we strongly recommend sizing up if you are between sizes or prefer a looser, more comfortable fit for active work.
Measuring Tips
Measure in your underwear where possible Keep the tape firm but not tight Ensure the tape sits flat
Style Note
All our pants are designed to be worn higher on your waist, no plumbers’ crack here. Wearing them lower on your hips may change how the size feels. Remember, the waist is adjustable on all our garments.
Still unsure? Reach out - we’re always happy to help!
My favourite pants! I have so many pairs now as I use them for work. I can be in between sizes and as a girl with tanky thighs (5’4”), size 8 is perfect for me with the waist adjusters. The material is perfect for my line of work (jeweller). I get so many complements on these too.
THESE ARE MY NEW ARCHERY-WEAR FAVOURITES!
Just love the look, the deep pockets and the colour of course.
I'm normally a size 12 but they ran out. Size 10 is a touch tight at the waist but it's stretching overtime.
Lovely colour. I concentrated on the waist measure for best fit rather than tag size, or hip measurement as the brand website suggeats . I will need to hem them as i have short legs, but i like the relaxed wider leg fit
Love these pants! They are so well designed and constructed. Lots of pockets and I adore the Lavender color. I am happy to support small Australian businesses, especially those run by women.
These pants are perfect! Super snug initially, but within a few hours on the job at an event for work, they were just right! Flattering, great colour, comfortable for the whole day - could even do the worm in them!
Awesome amount of pockets too. New faves!
Absolutely love the colour. I thought it might be quite blue but it's actually a lovely lavender, almost like the colour of jacaranda flowers. These pants are so versatile and cute enough to just wear out an about. A pretty mint/sage green would be nice next time.
Oh. My. God! I am in loooove! I saw the colour and instantly had to add it to my collection ❤️
I wear my Suk pants every day for work and was confident in the sizing when i bought them. Fast shipping and grear customer service. Very excited to see what other colours come out soon!
Loving the beautiful feel and quality of the fabric. The colour is gorgeous and the pockets are fantastic. Very comfy, not at all clingy and plenty of room to move, so they don't make me feel hot (I'm in the tropics, so this is important!). Very pleased with my purchase!
Love my Construction Pants in Milky Way! Colour so cute 🥰, Fit just right (i sized up to a 16 for a baggier fit and the waist I can adjust as needed). Love love love what you do. Thank you making a girl feel her best!
I keep getting stopped in the street, everyone is loving the Milky Way pants. A woman even took a picture of my bum to remember the label! 😉 and my boyfriend said “it’s such a satisfying shade of purple”. Keep up the incredible design work gang - loving it!
This is my 6th pair of Suk pants. I also have the long shorts and two sets of overalls. I guess I’m a bit of a fan. I love the cotton fabrics. I love the comfortable fit. They wash well. They wear well. And the new milky way colour is just perfect. I bought this colour as soon as it came out and always get compliments when I wear them. I have a round tummy which is bigger than my waists or hips. This style gives a nice flattering line down the outside leg and I can nip the waiste in with the adjustable tabs. I’m looking forward to the next colour release..whatever that may be. I highly recommend Suk work wear.
I love these pants, they are super comfy and functional with the big pockets, and the colour is so much fun.
The do have a fairly short leg length though, I am 5"11 (181cm) and I would ideally like them to be 2-3 inches (5-7.5cm) longer.
Unfortunately I didn't measure my waist properly so I have had to return my beautiful Milky Way Construction pants. Hopefully they have my correct size in stock for a quick exchange.
The 16 was a good fit in waist and inline with measurements on website (I’m normally 12-14) but way too big everywhere else. Sent back and swapped for 14 which are extremely tight in waist but good fit everywhere else. Didn’t send back the 14 as i love the pants and hopefully can wear soon. Return process for the 16 was great, adore the colour and the fabric really nice.
The sizing was confusing. I take a 14 but the measurements looked 16. When they arrived, they fitted my waist but were really big everywhere else. I swapped for the 14 which fit better everywhere but the waist is so tight. Maybe it’s the cut but definitely strange sizing for me. Need to shed a couple of kilos so I can wear. Was a huge difference between 14 and 16 sizing. Wouldn’t buy this style again, maybe a different style. Positive side, the fabric is really great and the colour is spectacular and exchange was super easy.