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IH-555-XHS - 25oz Selvedge Denim Slim Jeans - Indigo

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    neph93
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    Joined: 18 Aug 2014

    Not a rule @vaquero357 but strongly advocated guidelines  😃 . Also, washing after only one week is absolutely on the right side of those guidelines. Wearing for a month or more and then washing/soaking is not so wise imho. Get the shrink out sooner rather than later.

    Your measurements demonstrate the wisdom of an initial/early soak or wash. Imagine wearing for a month and having the creases set and wear show, only for the leg to shrink an inch and the top block tighten. All of a sudden the creases are an inch higher and new ones form. Looks weird, feels weird.

    EDIT: after re-reading the thread you may be thinking about the difference between a wash and a soak. Again, in my book there isn't much difference between a wash and a soak, both are good options. The presence of detergent in a wash has a minimal effect on things, the major difference is in the agitation. A wash pretty much guarantees it. This is a good thing in my book as it helps get ALL the shrinkage out, which again should be the main goal.

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

    • Dame Vera Lynn
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      a.aron
      Raw and Unwashed
      Joined: 22 Oct 2020

      Well got my first pair of IH XHS today, 555's love the fit a bit of work to get them on (buttoned) but feel good. They are a bit snug at the waist but I know that will stretch. I read to wear them for a few weeks then do a soak. What is everyone's guidance on this, I believe a soak would make them very tight right now in the waist. The thighs are what I was worried about and they feel great.

      Just looking to see what everyone else on here has done with the XHS fabric, LOVE THEM!!!!

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        neph93
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        The waist will get back out to where it is now and then little more after a soak. You’ll probably lose half an inch but gain an inch or even more. It will be uncomfortable for a while, but these jeans are challenging.

        I say get it over with, endure the discomfort and get in your way to enjoying your jeans, but the “wear for a week or two” option may mitigate the discomfort a little.

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

        • Dame Vera Lynn
        last edited by 26 Oct 2020, 21:45 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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          a.aron
          Raw and Unwashed
          Joined: 22 Oct 2020

          Thank you! I am guessing as well about 1/2" in the inseam and a bit in the thigh with the soak. From what I read all will stretch back with some exceptions in the thigh, is this right?

          Also for the soak is it cold / warm for good fit and hot for loose?

          THANK you for the help here I don't want to make a mistake as they really are bang on right now so thinking coldish soak.

          Again thanks.

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            neph93
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            @a.aron:

            1. I am guessing as well about 1/2" in the inseam and a bit in the thigh with the soak.

            2. From what I read all will stretch back with some exceptions in the thigh, is this right?

            3. Also for the soak is it cold / warm for good fit and hot for loose?

            4. I don't want to make a mistake as they really are bang on right now so thinking coldish soak.

            1. May be closer to an inch in the inseam if they are unhemmed

            2. The inseam will not stretch back, waist, top block, thigh and knee will, when subjected to use.

            3. Heat, agitation and length of immersion all affect how much shrinkage you get. The more of each the more shrinkage, but that is finite, it will not go on for ever. I have three pairs of XHS  and now do 60C, for 1-2 hours with some agitation at the beginning. Never got more than 0.5-0.7” in the waist.

            4. Are you planning on washing them? If so then any shrink you don’t get out now will go then. If they fit right now, then they will be fine after all the shrinkage is out and you stretch them back. It will just be uncomfortable for a while. That is part of the deal with the XHS, it is not denim for beginners or folks who can’t tolerate a little discomfort. That discomfort passes with a bit of work though. If they are too tight now, they may well be too tight after you stretch them out too.

            Try and get fit photo’s up pre-soak. The more experienced of us should be able to spot it if they going to be too small.

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

            • Dame Vera Lynn
            last edited by 27 Oct 2020, 05:31 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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              a.aron
              Raw and Unwashed
              Joined: 22 Oct 2020

              Thank you again! Wore them all day yesterday and they did stretch out a bunch. I washed them last night in warm water for 40 mins. I did have them hemmed but left 1/2 as assumed shrink. I will provide before and after measurements. I have been wearing unsanforized for over 5 years and a number of different pairs, need to understand this is a much different animal. Really appreciate the help and will post when completely dry.

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                neph93
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                @a.aron:

                I have been wearing unsanforized for over 5 years and a number of different pairs, need to understand this is a much different animal.

                Apologies if I was condescending, but I think you’re right, it behaves in it’s own way. It’s weight and stiffness when new makes it more of a challenge to work out.

                I’m pretty sure people have given up on pairs of XHS that actually fit well because the heft and rigidity of the denim makes it seem like they are too small. If you pay your dues it is quite forgiving in the end.

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

                • Dame Vera Lynn
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                  a.aron
                  Raw and Unwashed
                  Joined: 22 Oct 2020

                  No worry at all, here are the measurements size 33 - Washed warm for 40 mins
                  Raw
                  W - 34.5
                  R - 10.9
                  T - 12.9
                  I - 33" (Had them hemmed by IH)
                  H - 7.8
                  post wash (keep in mind I had not put them on) they are on now and have some work to do but feel it's the right fit would not want them more loose right out of the wash
                  W - 33.5
                  R - 10.9
                  T - 12.4
                  I - 31.75
                  H - 7.8

                  Will be rocking these now for a while and lets see what happens! Very happy with the fit overall, just need them to stretch out and get soft.

                  last edited by 27 Oct 2020, 15:52 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 1
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                    going_to_battle
                    Joined: 16 Aug 2019

                    Hi a.aron, thanks for the info, it's really useful.

                    Did the back rise change much?

                    Was that after a soak or a wash? What temperature?

                    Thanks and good luck with the jeans - they'll look amazing, I'm sure.

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                      a.aron
                      Raw and Unwashed
                      Joined: 22 Oct 2020

                      That was the front rise, the back rise lost around 0.5 inches. Not sure the exact temp but in the neighborhood of 50C. This was in a front loading machine for 40 mins. Also a cold rinse and no spin. Then I hung to dry in the shower. I would also note that I soaked them inside and out in the shower prior to the wash with warm water. Wash was normal (not delicate).

                      Hope this helps.

                      last edited by 27 Oct 2020, 18:10 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                      • G
                        going_to_battle
                        Joined: 16 Aug 2019

                        My thumb is nearly bleeding but I finally got them on  😎

                        They are quite tight in the waist but I know they'll stretch out up to an inch. Do you think this fit looks ok?

                        Just checking that I can actually move a few inches in these things…  😃

                        last edited by 30 Oct 2020, 12:22 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                        • KasiK
                          Kasi
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                          Joined: 9 Oct 2014

                          Perfect how they should be.

                          The world's insane
                          While you drink champagne
                          And I'm livin' in black rain 4Q 🖕

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                          • dinobarnesberlinD
                            dinobarnesberlin
                            啓蒙家
                            Joined: 28 Mar 2020

                            I agree with @Kasi  –- Enjoy

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                            • den1mheadD
                              den1mhead
                              Raw and Unwashed
                              Joined: 6 Oct 2014

                              @Kasi:

                              Perfect how they should be.

                              @dinobarnesberlin:

                              I agree with @Kasi  –- Enjoy

                              I agree with these fellas ^ as the fit looks pretty much spot on.

                              last edited by 30 Oct 2020, 12:39 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                              • Baba-sanB
                                Baba-san
                                The Unwoven
                                Joined: 11 Oct 2018

                                Look like a good fit to me @going_to_battle

                                I used the NephcarjackTM technique to ease the waist out slightly and it worked a treat… not so very well on my black 21's 😞

                                still hanging in there!

                                last edited by 30 Oct 2020, 14:03 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                  a.aron
                                  Raw and Unwashed
                                  Joined: 22 Oct 2020

                                  Look good! I have been in mine for a few days now and getting some leg twist on my right leg, is this common for XHS? Its slight, nothing like LHT but it's there.

                                  Love the fit by the way

                                  last edited by 30 Oct 2020, 14:29 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                                  • KasiK
                                    Kasi
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                                    Joined: 9 Oct 2014

                                    @Baba-san

                                    You stretch to much should had your hand on the button.. stop it from pulling off.

                                    Look like you got carried away  :o

                                    @neph93 carjack is a good way to do it. It how you do it..

                                    The world's insane
                                    While you drink champagne
                                    And I'm livin' in black rain 4Q 🖕

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                                      neph93
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                                      @a.aron:

                                      Look good! I have been in mine for a few days now and getting some leg twist on my right leg, is this common for XHS? Its slight, nothing like LHT but it's there.

                                      Love the fit by the way

                                      I get leg twist on all my heavy jeans, regardless of type of denim. Theoretically it is possible with any twill fabric and I have a strong suspicion that body shape and fit play a role.

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

                                      • Dame Vera Lynn
                                      last edited by 30 Oct 2020, 17:43 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                                      • Baba-sanB
                                        Baba-san
                                        The Unwoven
                                        Joined: 11 Oct 2018

                                        I did indeed @kasi… The crew are very kindly sending me out some new buttons with my next purchase,
                                        however Ive worn them a couple of times and the button is still holding up! :-\

                                        last edited by 30 Oct 2020, 17:50 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                                        • GilesG
                                          Giles
                                          IHUK Crew
                                          Joined: 22 Sept 2009

                                          https://www.heddels.com/dictionary/skewing/

                                          We dont run a skew process on any of our jeans….

                                          "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

                                          last edited by 30 Oct 2020, 17:52 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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