I'm more of a fit and slim man myself.also keep in mind that men don't have 'hips' so we just focus on the waist or at least this is how dress should be.never focus on the hips.with that said,its also best to keep the pants line slightly below the belly button or if your going low cut,then slightly above the pelvic area.this gives more attraction to the abs and lower stomach but also doesn't hug or expose any 'hips' that may
remain.so in all,the best way to go.
Edit: I wanted to be more exact incase it was
confusing.you need to measure from the hip down.this is where a mans waist line should sit,never above or higher.same with dress pants but they should sit right at the belly button.woman normally wear their pants at or above the belly button (depending on the kind of pants mind you) their low cut jeans are made to hug the thighs and legs most of all.a mans should only hug his waist and backside,the rest should feel lose and
comfortable.so in other words :a womans pants are made to highlight the hips,thighs and some the backside and mens are made to highlight build,wait and
backside.you will know once you measure and shop.I could post some example pics if they are needed or ones own past shopping experience helps too lol