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    IH-555S-21 - 21oz Selvedge Denim Slim Jeans - Indigo

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    • neph93N
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      @marg:

      Are you a true 36 or did you need some stretch from it? I need a size 38 and want a small bit of stretch up top, but don't want it to look sloppy. No diaper butt.

      If you want to avoid diaper butt go for the 555. Seriously, I've heard/read more stories of diaper butt from owners of 301's than any other jean. To answer your question I always buy 21oz small. It stretches.

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      We had dreams, and songs to sing…»

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        you've been super helpful - Thanks!!!

        @neph93:

        @marg:

        Are you a true 36 or did you need some stretch from it? I need a size 38 and want a small bit of stretch up top, but don't want it to look sloppy. No diaper butt.

        If you want to avoid diaper butt go for the 555. Seriously, I've heard/read more stories of diaper butt from owners of 301's than any other jean. To answer your question I always buy 21oz small. It stretches.

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        • KathrynnaomiK
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          I'm waiting for this pair to bed in a bit (only worn them for 5 days!) They fitted comfortably right out the bag but this makes me think they may end up looser than I normally wear. Matt from IH warned me about this but I was too impatient to wait as I really needed some new jeans! In other people's experience how long does this denim take to sort of calm down and find its shape?
          Cheers

          Mine took precisely one drunken midnight walk from one country pub in one village to the pub in the next village.
          Ha ha sets off on a pub crawl

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          • KathrynnaomiK
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            Worn these beautiful jeans for a month now and they fitted me right out the bag so I was a bit worried they might get too big. However I've worn a belt from day one and the denim has moulded to be a really great fit. There is a lot to be said for not squeezing in to jeans that are uncomfortably small and letting them settle naturally and without undue force!!

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            • GilesG
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                is 1" stretch the most i can expect from this denim, does it easily stretch out much?

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                • neph93N
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                  @iamacompass:

                  is 1" stretch the most i can expect from this denim, does it easily stretch out much?

                  You can get some more if you're willing to tolerate some initial discomfort. Be careful with the thigh though. That will not stretch more than .5"

                  «Stevie Heighway on the wing!
                  We had dreams, and songs to sing…»

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                    @iamacompass:

                    is 1" stretch the most i can expect from this denim, does it easily stretch out much?

                    You can get some more if you're willing to tolerate some initial discomfort. Be careful with the thigh though. That will not stretch more than .5"

                    thanks ideally i don't want them to stretch more than 34"

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                    • neph93N
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                      Right. An inch is normal, you can get more if you need it, that is to say if they are still tight after the first inch or if you're in the habit of climbing mountains in your jeans.

                      «Stevie Heighway on the wing!
                      We had dreams, and songs to sing…»

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                        Does not wearing a belt when new allow these jeans to stretch in the waist, hip and thighs quickly??

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                        • GilesG
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                          More than not, yes… (well, in the waist, aint going to make any difference to the hips or thighs)...

                          "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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                            Thanks Giles but how much more will I get then in the hip and thigh area by way of stretch if I wear these for the next month or so?

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                            • GilesG
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                              No idea.  This is not science….....

                              "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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                                Thanks

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                                • GilesG
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                                  I was thinking about this last night.  It probably could be scientifically measured, but we'd have to include variables as arcane as:  How humid was it in the mill the day the denim was woven, what is the average staple length of the cotton used in the yarns, when was the loom last serviced etc etc etc.  So basically, it aint science….

                                  All I can say for definite is you'll get some stretch.....

                                  "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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                                  • seanoconoS
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                                    For what it's worth, I have yet to encounter another brand that is as meticulous in detailing the measurements and prospective evolution of their garments.  This demonstrates pride in the craftsmanship, knowledge of the product, and respect for the customer.  I am often dumbstruck at some of the other brand's/web shops' apparent apathy in this department; and sometimes customers take this for granted, or fail to understand the consideration.

                                    This is merely an observation, and not a slight against a particular person or group.  I think we all appreciate the opportunity to ask questions, and receive thoughtful responses from people with first-hand knowledge.  I know I have freely exercised this privilege since my first day on the IHF.

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                                    • neph93N
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                                      ^ All of this.

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                                      We had dreams, and songs to sing…»

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                                        @neph93:

                                        ^^ All of this.

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                                          When comparing the 555 with the 666N the differences in sizing aren't that big on paper.
                                          In my opinion the 666 is a little too wide, so i am thinking about buying the 555 in size 36.
                                          Does anybody can help with this decision?
                                          Regards

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                                          • neph93N
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                                            @IH666N:

                                            When comparing the 555 with the 666N the differences in sizing aren't that big on paper.
                                            In my opinion the 666 is a little too wide, so i am thinking about buying the 555 in size 36.
                                            Does anybody can help with this decision?
                                            Regards

                                            I own two pairs of 666's and three pairs of 555's. The 555's are slimmer than the 666's because of the taper. That taper starts at the thigh on the 555's so although the thigh measurements are often similar to the 666's, the 555's fit snugger because the middle and bottom of the thigh is slimmer. They sit much tighter at the knee and continue to taper so if you have big calves be careful. The only other major difference is the rise, which is higher on the 555's. If that is not to your liking then the 777's might be an option.

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                                            We had dreams, and songs to sing…»

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