IH-NO-LOT - 21oz Selvedge Denim Super Slim Tapered Cut Jeans - Overdyed Black
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Just adding my $.02.
Got my 555-21OD delivered 2 weeks ago (my 1st IH ever), so I’ve been breaking that down and it’s now very soft. Despite the COVID/work-from-home lockdown in Australia, I have been wearing them every day, non-stop, to the point that my wife is convinced that I am sneaking out of the house when she’s not looking. If only my life is actually that exciting at the moment (to have a reason to sneak out for)….
Despite that, I have since learnt that the the 555 is just a little tight for me in the thigh/knee. E.g. I can’t really lift my knee up much higher above my waist. It’s not a major problem from a daily wear perspective (unless your job is a movie stuntman, eg), but it does restrict some of the more drastic movements.
Looking at the measurement of the no-lot, this would have actually been quite perfect for me. Very much the ‘lifter’s cut’. I guess the ‘aggressive taper’, as described in the product overview, is really describing the shaping between a fairly generous knee measurement (~8.5 in my size) to a average-hem opening (7.2), whilst not necessarily a ‘narrow opening’ (<7).
I would add that, going from 8.5 to <7, would certainly be very aggressive, even more than then Momotaro/PBj/Tanuki that I do own. I actually own a pair of Oni that has a <6 opening (worn out: once). My younger work colleagues have also been kind enough to educate me, recently, that they have stopped looking for that narrow opening and are now much more seeking the 90’s relaxed jean look. That, of cos, is not for me to pass judgement on, as this is very much a personal choice.
Looking back, the no-lot was freshly launched when I ordered the 555. I did recall considering it, but strangely did not pursue. The lack of available fit-pic (apart from model pic) might have been a reason. Another reason might be the fact that I’m a shorter guy, and my plan is very much looking to hem my purchase to ~28’ once broken in. This might have also been a deterrent - as the hem opening would most likely be around the ~7.5 mark at that length. Of cos this is doable, but I remember reasoning with myself to go with the 555, as one do not want to mess with the cut too much. Finally, as a fairly new customer to IH, I guess I wanted to go with a ‘known’ jean model (555), perhaps that somehow gave me more confidence it would be a good purchase (and it is! My karate high kick days are conveniently behind me, so honestly the tighter thigh cut is fine by me).
The 21oz is an amazing fabric (What took me so long to find IH?) - for those considering this cut, I’m sure it will work out just fine!
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I guess the ‘aggressive taper’, as described in the product overview, is really describing the shaping between a fairly generous knee measurement (~8.5 in my size) to a average-hem opening (7.2), whilst not necessarily a ‘narrow opening’ (<7)…...
Exactly that. In addition if you consider the roomier top block of the NO-LOT compared to the 777 the starting point for the taper is basically at hip level and it tapers all the way down relatively evenly, like the 888 but unlike the 555.
…..The 21oz is an amazing fabric
Isn't it though, and never better than when OD'ed.
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Agh, I thought I screwed the pooch when I tried these out but they seem to give a little. I may get away with pushing the envelope.
And by pushing the envelope I mean fitting my fat ass.
I'll post some pictures and throw myself on the mercy of the court.
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Can’t wait @steelworker
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@b1lf just re-reading your initial post and it may be worth looking at this:
It clearly shows how what happens between the measurements affects the overall taper, and demonstrates that despite the 555 having a slimmer leg and smaller hem than the 777 and 888, those two cuts are more aggressively tapered from crotch to thigh than the 555.
It remains the case that the NO-LOT doesn’t have the narrow hem you are looking for, nor the silhouette of the PBJ or Momotaro cuts you mention. What is considered aggressively tapered for Iron Heart may not be aggressively tapered by other brands standards. That may change at some point in the future, however different brands and designers have different aesthetics and Iron Heart may never make the cut you see in your minds eye.
This is helpful - I agree it's difficult to get a comprehensive understanding of the entire cut from on paper measurements. Particularly the top…
I think this NO-LOT will work out great for me, just need to decide on a size as this quarantine has my weight fluctuating quite a bit.
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Looking forward to seeing your pics SteelWorker!
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Now the wait begins….
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Now the wait begins….
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Well done.. I thing these will be a great for for you. Looking forward to seeing them in an outfit.
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Agh, I thought I screwed the pooch when I tried these out but they seem to give a little. I may get away with pushing the envelope.
And by pushing the envelope I mean fitting my fat ass.
I'll post some pictures and throw myself on the mercy of the court.
Those with weak constitutions avert your eyes.Any fit pics yet?
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Yeah @steelworker don’t keep the judges waiting
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@aproy great wear on these in such a short amount of time!!!
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I'll give it a shot tomorrow.
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Looking forward to seeing your pics SteelWorker!
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