IH-1955S-142 - 14oz Selvedge Denim "1955" Vintage Tapered Cut Jeans - Indigo

[schraiber]

Here's a fit with the my new pair!

Really loving that the taper doesn't start right at the hip, since it works better for the shape of my leg.

For anyone that cares, here's some measurements. I always wash before the first wear. These are tag 33, I'm 5'11'' and 170lbs.

Pre-wash: waist 16.75 inseam 30.5
Post-wash: waist 16.5 inseam 30.25
After 2 wears: waist 16.9 inseam 30.25

The little bit of stretch I'm seeing makes me think I probably could have gone for a 32 but they weren't in stock and I felt like a little bit of extra space is good since I like to tuck in.

[michael.rose0107]

Which fit is similar to 1955? (I’m leaning towards 888).

[worn2fade]

@michael.rose0107 888 is the most similar. You can use IH’s “compare” tool on their website to see the difference.

[Tago Mago]

@michael.rose0107 you can find additional information here and here

[yannis]

@michael.rose0107. I don't think any cut is similar to 1955. You can find similarities in all cuts if you look for it. I mean the only thing remotely similar to the 888 is maybe the higher rise although the 1955 has higher front rise. From crotch to knee is more 634 and knee to hem more 633. So go figure.

[michael.rose0107]

@yannis Yeah, thats what I thought. I’m wanting the indigo/black; however it’s currently not available in 1955.

[yannis]

@michael.rose0107 . Is the 1955 the only cut you get along with? I am assuming you looking at the 25oz ib denim that comes in every other cut but the 1955. If the high rise is not extremely important to you the 634 or the 888 will do you right. The 888 has more taper and smaller knee measurements and the 634 is a classic straight fit

[michael.rose0107]

@yannis My first pair was IH-634S, it feels snug in the thigh. Later I bought IH-634D and I sized up and it fits better however I think the canvas is giving it more structure. I decided to try 1955 and currently breaking it in.

[yannis]

If you want Ib sizing up on 634 maybe your play. The 25oz is will also feel structured. Its heavier and stiffer than the 21oz. The 888 will taper pretty meaningfully from mid thigh to knee so it will feel tighter from about 3 inches down the crotch to knee than the 634.

[michael.rose0107]

@yannis Thanks for the advice. I appreciate it!

[yannis]

@michael.rose0107. Anytime my man!