Why are Men's Pants Sizes Different From Women's?

Men's pants are sizes by waist and inseam, while women's sizes simply start at 0 or even 00. Why the difference? And who's the victim of vanity sizing?

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Reebok men's and women's size chart

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WOMENS APPAREL SIZING – Team Zoot Europe