IH-888-XHSib - 25oz Selvedge Denim Medium/High Rise Tapered Cut Jeans - Ind/blk

[goosehd]

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[JamesB]

Hi @Arvid, We try to get restocks in as quickly as we can. We recently restocked the 888-XHSib, so I assume these won't be restocked again soon. I would say a good few months until these are back. Please keep an eye on this thread for any further updates and register for the restock notifications.

[dwils]

Ok. These are W35 and currently measure 35”. My ideal is a 36” zone. Currently a bit too tight in the waist but I like the fit otherwise. If they weren’t XHS I’d prob be Ok with them stretching into a good place.

But based on all the knowledge shared here my understanding is these are going to shrink to a 34” ish waist when soaked and then could stretch back out to the 35”. I think I really need the W36 which would shrink to the 35 and back out to 36. Is that the right way to think about this?

It does confirm I LOVE the denim and the weight and the cut

All input appreciated!

[tody]

@dwils i'd be tempted to give them a try. i can see where they cut a little too deep into the waist, but XHS can be stretched out a tad more than the 'before' measurements.

[dwils]

@tody thanks for input - it is very tempting. It doesn’t cut quite as much as it looks. Never had this weight before.

I know some people would wear em a bit and then soak but seems wise to give these 25ers a solid hot soak before I can really how they’re going to shape up, right?

[Tago Mago]

@dwils from the product page:

Sanforized but Unwashed

• Sanforization is a post-weave mechanical process which removes most potential shrinkage from a fabric before garment construction
• However, unlike most of our jeans, we have not washed the completed garment in an industrial washing machine, so some shrinkage remains
• When washed following our care guidelines, expect approximately 1" shrinkage in the waist and inseam. All other dimensions will shrink proportionately to the waist

General recommendation is a soak and a gentle wash before wearing them.

[jglatz]

Has anyone soaked once but find they did not get the shrinkage they are looking for, so then soaked for a round 2?

I think I can get a little more shrinkage in the waist - but they are now 90% dry and would have to go through the soak process again.

[samo]

@jglatz I soaked mine and wore them a couple days and then cold washed them and got more shrinkage. they were much better after the wash.

[Tago Mago]

@jglatz just soaking will not get you maximum shrinkage. This happens through agitation. @Giles has explained this a little here. Please also keep in mind that exerting pressure will lead the denim to stretch again

[dwils]

@Tago-Mago thanks for all the helpful info. And patience as I (we) try to sort this out. I know it’s been covered a lot here and in other threads.

Sorry everyone if this has been well covered but what exactly is the risk or downside of not getting full shrinkage for this denim? Do they wear oddly? Is it bad for the denim long term? Do fades risk shifting around? Can it come back to haunt me later?

Not saying I’ll do this (I really probably need a 36) but what if all I ever did with these was cold/warm rinse with light agitation and a little soap from time to time for the lifetime of the pair? (Unless of course they get super gross or spilled on or something similar).