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    IH-888S-21 - 21oz Selvedge Denim Medium/High Rise Tapered Cut Jeans - Indigo

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    • D
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      @paul9221 Yowza, that is fast!

      I bought some 888s in size 31, and after just the first wear I knew in my heart of hearts that they were going to be too big on me in the end. Rocking some 30s now, and while I'm confident they will loosen and stretch, the thighs and waist are a bit snug right now. Been wearing them for only about 2 hours, and I can at least feel the waist starting to give and soften a bit.

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      • neph93N
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        @dreigh:

        Rocking some 30s now, and while I'm confident they will loosen and stretch, the thighs and waist are a bit snug right now.

        The 21oz is famous for it’s stretch. All denim jeans will loosen and relax, normally around an inch, because of its construction the 21oz gives in quickly and meaningfully. Between one and two inches in the waist. Thigh stretch is harder to come by and happens proportionally, so on a small pair there will be less, however they will loosen up. Depending on your activity level you should notice a marked difference after five days of wear. After two weeks you’ll be done.

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

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        • Paul9221P
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          @dreigh:

          @paul9221 Yowza, that is fast!

          I bought some 888s in size 31, and after just the first wear I knew in my heart of hearts that they were going to be too big on me in the end. Rocking some 30s now, and while I'm confident they will loosen and stretch, the thighs and waist are a bit snug right now. Been wearing them for only about 2 hours, and I can at least feel the waist starting to give and soften a bit.

          The same thing happened to me. I ordered a size 32 and they fit a tad big right away.  Not loose but not tight. I learned a while back that IH denim needs to be tight at first for it to eventually fit perfectly.  Sure enough, within 2 days, it was too loose.  So yeah, I'm going to list that pair for sale.

          Blanket-line all the things!!!

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            Alright, time to fit-check these bad boys.

            I sent these off to Indigo Proof for a slight taper from the knee down to a 7" opening for wear with service boots and Chelseas. I was very pleased with the outcome of the work.

            These have seen 1.5 days of wear so far.

            I think I'm pleased with the fit, though I will say the thighs are a tad snug and the portion of the jean I am most eager to see loosen and relax. I know thighs change the least, but even a bit of loosening in that area would go a long way. It's less of a fit issue, and more of a feel issue…if that makes any sense.

            I think due to the rigidness of the new fabric combined with snug thighs, there is what appears to be some extra room in the knees that too my OCD eye looks a bit pronounced at the moment. I am hoping with time and wear the fabric will relax and the jeans will stack slightly toward the bottom opening. It would help too to have a bit more room in the thigh to alleviate the appearance of extra room in the knee.

            What do y'all think? Did I do ok?

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            • neph93N
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              I’d ask again after two weeks of wear. Things will change.

              That being said the the top block and upper thigh look great to me. Snug at the start is good.

              Full disclosure so as to avoid offence, tapering and other meaningful adjustments to cuts just isn’t my thing, regardless of how good Rain is (and she is very good). I don’t get it and I’m negatively predisposed to it so take the following with a pinch of salt.

              I’d suggest the room in the knee is a consequence of the adjustment that has been made. No reflection on Indigo Proof, but changing finely calibrated designs can have unwanted consequences. They still look like a well fitted pair of jeans to me though. Enjoy!

              EDIT: I’ll reiterate that the way the jeans break and fall will change as the fabric softens so post again after a few weeks. Things will change including the knees.

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

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                @neph93 Thank you as always for your feedback and insight! I totally understand if making such fit adjustments isn't your thing. I'll keep wearing 'em and follow up!

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                • Paul9221P
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                  I also think they look great. The thigh will expand a little past what you need.  I've seen 0.75" stretch in the thigh.  Snug at the start is the beginning of a perfect fit.  Stay the course, sir!

                  Blanket-line all the things!!!

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                  • zhivagoZ
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                    I'm happy with how these are fitting fresh out of the bag. I could go a size down but frankly I am too old for that shit 🙂

                    Zhivago

                    MM: "we all got to start somewhere"

                    G: "Never once did he bitch, moan or complain.  He just motivated the team and got on with it"

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                      BOOM…..

                      "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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                      • zhivagoZ
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                        It really seems to be an outstanding cut! Plenty of room where I want it and not so much extra where I don't!! Nicely done (again) IH Crew!!!  🙂 🙂 🙂

                        And the extra deep pockets are just f'n icing on the cake!!!

                        Zhivago

                        MM: "we all got to start somewhere"

                        G: "Never once did he bitch, moan or complain.  He just motivated the team and got on with it"

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                        • madmondayM
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                          holy mother of a hippie listening to phish

                          great to see u big ol 🦍

                          how many kids u got now?

                          size down, size down

                          hahahahaha

                          head high, middle finger higher

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                          • zhivagoZ
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                            ^^^^
                            My Man!! Believe it or not these are actually replacing the 634 red tabs I bought from you many many moons ago! They are finally not fit for kid pick up/drop off anymore!! Speaking of, yes, there are two now. My son is 6 and my daughter is 3, and they are both about to turn.

                            I guess I could size down since I don't want any more chillins?? 😃 😃 😃

                            Hope all is well with you MadMan!! Much love to you and yours!!

                            Zhivago

                            MM: "we all got to start somewhere"

                            G: "Never once did he bitch, moan or complain.  He just motivated the team and got on with it"

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                            • madmondayM
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                              if u weren’t such a horrible photographer i would ask 4 images of those denims from many moons ago

                              glad 2 read u and yours r well as i thought u just said 2 heck with it all and started wearing gap jeans and tank tops

                              made my day 2 read u  😘

                              head high, middle finger higher

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                              • MniM
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                                Hey guys.
                                Anybody got these and the 634s 21oz.
                                If so, did you take the same size in both.
                                Cheers.

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                                • Paul9221P
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                                  @Mni:

                                  Hey guys.
                                  Anybody got these and the 634s 21oz.
                                  If so, did you take the same size in both.
                                  Cheers.

                                  I do, and I did, but remember to look at the measurements.  I always check the waist and thigh to ensure that it'll work out.

                                  Blanket-line all the things!!!

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                                  • MniM
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                                    Thanks Paul.
                                    Made me a little more confident.
                                    First time buying jeans on pure measurements. 36 looks good.

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                                    • neph93N
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                                      888’s are flexible cuts. If you’re comparing waist sizes you can get away with a smaller measurement on the 888 than on the 634 because of the higher rise and roomier top block.

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

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                                      • MniM
                                        Mni
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                                        Perfekt. Thank you. I was wondering about that. When looking at the measurements it makes good sense.

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                                        • Stuart.TS
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                                          @Mni I am generally a 36 waist. I've owned 634s in 36, but the hem was just a bit too wide in that large a waist size.

                                          I've just ordered a 36 in 888s 21oz today, so fit pics to follow.

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                                          • MniM
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                                            Thank you for the reply. Looking forward to see the fit pics.

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