HOW TO IRON DRESS TROUSERS | BACK-TO-BASICS SKILLS 

Father taught me this at the age 12, it was my responsibility to iron my trousers and dress shirts for school every weekend. Thanks for the memories

When I was working my way through college in the early 70s, I worked in a shop in Beverly Hills that was frequented by all of the Hollywood stars who lived in the area. One such regular was Fred Astaire who liked to visit on Wednesdays when we first opened. He was very kind, soft-spoken and as well-dressed a man as I have ever seen on or off screen. You could cut your finger on the creases in his slacks.

Just what the doctor ordered. Having one's trousers professionally pressed was a worthy expense until now. The proper way to keep them looking top notch has been revealed. Here's to you Ash! Cheers!

Your source for the ironing cloth is genius! I’ve ironed my clothes for more than 50 years and never heard of an ironing cloth. It makes a lot of sense.

Hey, Ash. I may have left a comment before in the past, but since I really can't remember whether or not I did I figured I would here. I needed to thank you in some way, if I hadn't already. To keep this brief, I didn't grow up with a dad; the closest person to a true father figure that I had was my step-grandfather who passed when I was 7 in 2002. The boyfriend my mother had hadn't once cleaned a pair of shoes in his life beyond maybe wiping some dirt off, and I doubt even that. I legitimately don't know if we even owned an iron, and I had never owned a piece of woolen clothing until I was 18 and had already moved out. Afraid to say it but I ruined that sweater after not very long. The point in my mentioning these things is to illustrate that practically everything you've covered on this channel; what a goodyear welt is, how to take care of leather, why you should appreciate leather and its properties, the types of shoes there are, how to wear them, how to polish them, what types of garments are what, what a blazer is, why a man should own a navy blazer, how is a blazer worn, how is *anything* worn, even what fragrances are and how to use them. At least 95% of all of it was information that I only ever learned because of you and your videos. Because of you I've gotten managed to find some incredible clothing at reasonable prices. Because of you I've stopped buying so much cheap junk that's frankly just a waste of my admittedly limited funds. Because of you I knew how to actually dress for the first funeral- of my mother's boyfriend no less- I'd attended in some nine years. Apologies for this running as long as it has, but again, thank you. I may come from a pretty poor background, and I may even be poor myself, but the things you've taught me, and what I've been able to do with that knowledge, make me feel like I'm worth a whole lot more than just some guy from a long line of poor Hillbillies.

This reminds me of my drill instructor (an absolute Gentleman of the highest order) giving us instructions on how to prepare our kit on the first day. I mean this respectfully. Great memories of skills being passed to young men and women who were by in large wet behind the ears!

I was never taught this. This is amazing, and totally worth watching the full 12 minutes. Hanging the pants upside down should be a life hack.

Well done Ash.... these ironing videos are fantastic. I mentioned this a while ago and you never fail to deliver....simple,straight forward and inspirational.👍👍👍

Very informative Ash. Thanks I will be changing my ironing style. I can see now the benefit of an ironing cloth. Cheers Ron

I was fortunate to have a father that was a chap today so many young men dont have that father in their lives ....My father taught me to tie a bow tie when I was 9.

Good morning Ash, Chaps No ironing cloth = Shiny trousers! Not a situation you want on dress trousers. It was though definitely de-rigueur for Lightweights back in the day, where shiny outside/ green inside was the aspiration. I concur on all points in the video. I have had to iron my own stuff for decades and, having taught my sons, I am now teaching my daughters how to iron. The hardest thing I have found to get right is jacket sleeve where it meets the front of the jacket at the armpit. Infotaining as always *Salutes

Excellent video, as always, Ash. Ironing dress trousers can be a challenge. To achieve the best possible (sharpest) crease, it helps to use a tailor's clapper. Flat, smooth, rounded wooden rectangles, these are pushed onto just-ironed surfaces. By rapidly cooling and compressing the fabric they can give you a razor-sharp crease just where you want it. Also handy, especially for those with pleats and other complex shapes, can be a tailor's ham and a sleeve board. All of these items can be purchased relatively inexpensively. Most likely online, unless you happen to live someplace with specialty shops. Personally I use a steam press for most of my trousers, reserving the iron for touch-ups and pleats. But using a steam press isn't for everyone, nor is it for every garment. (But, oh, it does a lovely job blocking sweaters and other knit garments.) Lastly: Keeping your dress trousers looking sharp is 90% in the way they are stored. Don't let them lie in a pile on the floor or in the closet. Wool trousers should be brushed before and after wearing. Make sure to completely empty pockets. Spot treat any minor stains, etc. And find hangers that work for you. Personally I don't like the springy clip type that grip the cuffs. My closets aren't set up for long garments. Instead, I've settled on specialty hangers with "under bars" that securely hold the trousers in place, with no risk of them slipping off as happens with ordinary hangers.

Very good demonstration, nice flannel and tartan trousers!

Thank you, Mr. Jones! I just picked up a press cloth today, and will be sure to give my pants their due attention for church this coming Sunday. Cheers!

Great content! I was looking forward to this one after the shirts BTB video.

Just bought my first pair of (charcoal) gray flannels two weeks ago. Thanks for the pressing cloth tip. When I press pants, I hit the crease both sides, front and back. (LOVE the plaid pants!)

Excellent talk!

Thank you finally someone who explained it right now thx to you I know how to crease my pants

The algorithm throwing up this channel on my feed has been brilliant! Kudos on the way you calmly and throughly convey this useful information to a whole new generation who can now learn what it means to be a chap! Subscribed!

Used to use brown paper as a ‘ironing cloth’ to great effect!

Been waiting 👍👍for this video

Incredibly helpful. Thank you!

I shall be sure to have my valet watch this video.

Excellent! I always struggle with trousers! Usually I wear flat fronted chinos for work, but on the odd occasion I need to iron trousers with front and rear creases I find it a bit of an ordeal! And pleated trousers…….much as I love them, I find them almost impossible to get even creases on!

I am drinking Yorkshire tea while I watch this, pinky out.

Nice video

Thank you that was very helpful 😎👍🇳🇿

When we go on holiday i always take a ironing sheet with me, as my wife crams everything into a suitcase I like to iron my shirts and possibly trousers. Warners locations supply irons and ironing boards in each room, handy.

I still do this…..and I also press my wife’s slacks she wears with her business attire. Makes all the difference in keeping the “hang” of the trousers from the waist. This turns out to be an often-overlooked detail of keeping ultra-light NZ wool suit trousers operating as an effective cooling layer in our 43C+ weather in Phoenix.

Enjoyed that ash👍👍

Thanks for doing a pair of pleated trousers.

Thanks, man

nothing better than a pair of grey flannel trousers

Didn't mention how/where to place the pleat...

Great tips on ironing trousers Ash. When ironing the second leg how do you fold the first leg out of the way to maintain the crease?

Good video..everyone should learn that the iron and ironing board is a friend...for an extra bonus purchase a spray bottle..Ash U get 2 thumbs up!!!!! Peace

Hi Ash, I was wondering if you've had any experience with rejuvenating nubuck shoes. Mine tend to lose their colour in areas like the toe and heels, which prematurely ages them, yet they are generally in good condition and have plenty of wear left in them. Perhaps you have some ideas on how to keep them tidy and extend their lives. Cheers! Phil

Great technique! What make are those flannel trousers?

That’s how you use a trouser hanger!

What about ironing the hips of the trousers?

Great info.A somewhat unrelated question,but I was wondering what your opinion is on ghurka trousers? yay or nay?

Please excuse my, perhaps intolerable, "James Bond" moment, but I must say, You look very fit, Ash" And the trousers do, as well. Thank you'

I ain't got no trousers, but it's a proper entertaining time, ain't it

?! What about the top of the trousers?!

My fondest memories : spending all night ironing for next days guard duty . Yeas later my wife never touches MY iron

No one who makes these videos shows how to fold…it sounds easy but if your pants have any type of taper it is insane

Please come and live at our house

Are you Welsh perchance? The way you pronounce your o's are quite distinct

I am looking fot clappers. Hard to find but the best to get that perfect sharp crease.

I never allow my wife to iron my clothes. I can do a better job and in the correct manner. Besides, my dad taught me how to iron when I was a kid.