IH-555-03 - 21oz Selvedge Denim Slim Jeans - Superblack (Fades To Grey)
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This is great news.
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Initial fit post soak. I think I'll let them settle in behind the knees and send them off to get hemmed in a month or so. Went with a 33 as it was available via almari2010 on the forum and the bit of extra room in the thigh and lower appealed to me. Waist is snug but comfortable, and I'm thinking it will also be fine with a belt. On a side note, this is my first iron heart denim, and I am just blown away by the craftsmanship.
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thanks guys. dog is up the hall in one of the photos, shes a 12 year old keeshond. lucyfur
edit: lucy, figured id add a photo since i got home
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Maybe someone can offer some advice? I'm about to (FINALLY) pull the trigger on my first pair of IH, and I'm doing it all by measurement.
I'm a true size 30 waist, but I also like super tight jeans, especially concerning a more fitted top block. I hope not to catch too much crap for this but all I really know is Levi's, so the best way to explain it is that I generally go with 510's/ 511's fits: slight taper, but very slim throughout.
Do you guys think 28 will stretch out too much/little for what I'm looking for? Based on the sizing chart I'll be able to fit them for sure, and I'm a stick so I'm not worried about fitting the thigh or calf; I've just been reading the IH-555 forums for about two hours now and seeming to get some mixed messages on the IH-555-03 after a few weeks of wear.
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My best advice is to measure your best fitting Levi using the Iron Heart method. If it turns out that you're a tts 30, by sizing down you will eventually stretched the waist to a 30. But should you choose to go with a size 30 wearing a belt will prevent further stretch.
But I see that you are looking for a fitted top block then going 1 size down might be your best bet. All the best and wait for other senior members responses.
Welcome to the IH family.
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I don't have experience with the 555 cut, but the 21oz. denim has some give to it, and is very breathable. It will stretch a bit, especially in the waist, but really only about an inch–I'm not sure you would get two inches of stretch.
That said, Levi's 510 and 511 cuts both have elastane or lycra or something added. This means that the legs and waist are stretchy, but will go return to their shape somewhat when your legs aren't in 'em. If you're as skinny as it sounds, then the thigh and leg shouldn't be a problem for you with fit, but they won't feel the same as Levi's! Although there is stretch in the 21oz. selvedge, it sure isn't elastane-type stretch.
If you're a true 30, it sounds like size 29 would be what you're after.
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^29 sounds the way to go if you are able to pull off the thighs and after you measured a good fitting worn in pair the IH way. A 28 might work with a bit of suffering at the beginning when you are really sure about your actual measurements. But others having this pair might be of better help. Good luck
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When I get home I'm gonna retake my measurements with the Iron Heart method and take a look at the charts again, thanks everyone!
I'll update when I figure it out, and hopefully get some photos up whenever they get in.
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Worth noting that, in my experience, the 21oz SBG denim has nowhere near as much give in it as the signature 21oz indigo denim.
In this cut, from my perspective, it's all about the thigh measurement - get that wrong and you'll struggle no matter how the waist comes out. I am a keen cyclist though, so probably have chunkier thighs than average!
