Soaking up a 16C day in June (i.e. still cool enough for the IH-526PJ)

IH-526PJ
IHSH-33-IND
Freenote Worker Chino

What a treat to get to whip out the IHSH-397 in June . Have also implemented the drying hands after washing on sleeve for crease setting. Works well.

IH-526PJ
IHSH-397
Orslow Slim Fatigues

SEXIH25 Indigo vs IHSH-292 CPOs

For most pictures, SEXIH25 on the left, 292 on the right. Except for the Frankenstein shirt below.

The SEXIH25 is probably a more visually interesting denim, with some of that kasuri look with more specs of ecru from the weft popping through. It’s more of a deeper, darker indigo than the vintage 18oz. Slubbier as well for sure.

The 1oz difference is surprisingly noticeable. The 19oz is definitely hefty.

I do love the vintage 18oz denim though. Hairier, lighter shade of indigo, and soft once broken in (as I’m sure SEXIH25 will be too, though pretty soft off the get go).

Here the 292 is on the left. My 292 is about a year old and I’ve put some decent wear on it, but no washes and it’s not particularly far along its fading journey.

Fit pics, because why not. I love the fit of my 292, ever so slightly roomy as intended and very comfortable. The SEXIH25 is a tiny but more snug all around, but hoping as it breaks in it loosens just a little. Both XL and measure similarly. SEXIH25 is about .25” tighter in all ways.

Excuse the face, I’m actually happy today .
SEXIH25

IHSH-292

IHSH-292-IND
Samurai Olive Baker Pant
Grant Stone Brass Boot

SEXIH25 CPO
Freenote Worker Chinos
Freenote 13oz tee

Finally got my hands on my Indigo. Here it is in Lake Tahoe. Beautiful denim, great heft and a soft crunch kind of feel. When home I’ll post a 292 vs this guy, I read a comment earlier looking for a direct fabric comparison.

First IH CPO. Very excited to see how this one develops over the coming years. 6’0, 185lbs, 40 inch chest. Went with XL so that it can be both an overshirt/shacket. Sleeves feel a touch long but hopefully with some stacking they end up perfect. Love this thing.

The suspense was real with this one. Had to wait 8 days for it to arrive. Like many I felt right in between sizes - Large and XL. But given the measurements, felt my usual size (large) was more likely to work. XL measurements looked bigger than any shirt I own. Overall, the large is a pretty good fit, but I could use .5 inches more in the shoulder. Even with slightly tighter shoulders, I think it’s a keeper and XL would’ve been too big. Those who have had it for a few days, as it softens do you feel more give/space in certain areas? 6’0, 84kg/185lbs, 40.5 inch chest. Appreciate any thoughts!

As fate would have it, I unexpectedly found an XL in store this weekend, and it fit perfectly. No tightness in the shoulders and a tiny bit more breathing room. While the Large looks amazing, the XL is a lot more comfortable. A learning experience with thicker, denser fabrics to go up when in between sizes. This is definitely the shirt of the year and it’s not close.

XL vs L

I recently had the pleasure of visiting the Highland Park store in LA. I’m a big fan of the brand so it was pretty cool. It’s a great store with a fully stocked collection. I ended up picking up their CD-1 jacket in 17oz indigo. Usually M/L in Freenote but the XL worked best for me. The denim has some great texture to it. I have a pair of portolas in this denim, and it really came alive after a wash. Definitely recommend this piece - looking forward to getting some wear into it.

@ZackB yeah it’s super soft off the bat. I’m sure it’ll be very comfy after a while. Do you mean it relaxed and you got a bit of stretch in the rise?

@neph93 appreciate the insight, man! I think I’m in agreement. There’s not a ton of clearance but I think the crack is safe haha.

Howdy y’all. Looking for rise some feedback please. I recently picked up a pair of 21oz 633s. For the last few years, I’ve stuck to buying jeans with a medium-high rise. Usually in the 11.5inch range for front rise, and 15 inch back rise give or take. This is where I feel most comfortable. I rolled the dice a little bit with the 633 and as I wasn’t able to get a specific pair from SE, I ended up receiving a pair with 10.75 inch FR and 14.5 inch BR.

Having worn them a little bit, I’m aware of the rise being a little lower than I’m accustomed to, front and back. But as I’m to used to a medium-high rise, I’m struggling to figure out how I feel about this 10.75/14.5 inch rise and whether it works. Generally, I think it’s a good fit overall - love the thigh and slight taper. If they were definitely too low a rise I’m sure I would’ve sent them back immediately. I’ve tried pairs where that was definitely the case.

Just looking for feedback as to whether you think these look in the range of “ok” and that they’ll work out. Won’t be seeking out 10.5 inch rises specifically in the future though.

Here’s my PBJ-019 which has a 11.5/15 rise which I feel very comfortable in.

@Anesthetist thanks man! Those are looking unreal.

Excited about this pickup. Tried them on in Portland a few months ago and have thought about them ever since. Jumped on the SE sale this week, wasn’t able to get exact measurements but it seems like it worked out. First ever pair of IH denim, after many tops. Very excited about this 21oz.

@stitchdown-shell oh hells yeah dawg. Looks perfect!

@IH-GARY I learned of it yesterday haha. Been listening to the Cuttin’ Grass version for months and didn’t realise. I like the SV version but think the CG version is perfection.

Genuinely think this tune is a contender for song of the decade:

SEXIH25 CPO
Freenote Worker Chinos
Freenote 13oz tee

@RDKING_Vicla fits pics?