IH-888-XHS - 25oz Selvedge Denim Medium/High Rise Tapered Cut Jeans - Indigo

[super-thermite]

Hi All,

I need a little help here. I have here pics of both the 555 XHS (size 30 - measured to 31.7) and the 888 XHS (size 31 - measured to 31.3). I can’t decide which to go with. I’m a little worried about the thighs being too tight in the 555. I think they will relax and stretch a bit but I’m not sure it will be enough. Obviously I haven’t soaked either of them yet.

Things I like about the 555: The look of the fit. The stacks - I don’t even think I would hem these. Maybe I should wait on a restock and go up a waist size but I’m not sure that would be wise, because the waist may be too big if I do that. I’m happy with the waist on this pair.

I already have the 888s and the 888 XHSib in size 31. In both cases, I feel like they’ve stretched a bit more than I would like, especially around the knees. For some reason the 888 XHS seem to have a bit of a diaper butt thing going on here but it’s not an uncomfortable fit.

The cuffed pics are the 555 and the others are the 888. Would love some thoughts from the rest of you.

[sabergirl]

Both pairs look really good, from a fit perspective. If you are after a fitted knee, I would say go 555. It will take a bit more work to break in XHS in that tight FIT, but it will be worth it.

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[Alex]

I think the 555-XHS look better personally. Both work

[super-thermite]

@Alex @sabergirl Thank you for the feedback. So, they will soften up in the knees then, over time? I'm also leaning toward the 555, especially since I have my other two pair of 888 fits when I want more freedom of movement.

[Alex]

Yes, after a couple of months the denim will soften up quite a lot.

[jordanscollected]

the 888's look really good, but the 555's look absolutely perfect

[super-thermite]

Thank you @jordanscollected! I think I'm sold on them.

[neph93]

Agreed with the vox pop, the 888’s look good but the 555’s suit your frame better. As long as you are happy with the waist and thigh now I’d say go for it. After the soak you’ll find them uncomfortable and tight but a few days of wear and you’ll be good. They’ll stretch out to where they are now, possibly a little more.

[Kasi]

555 all the way… 888 is for those have big thigh..

[super-thermite]

@neph93 I was just waiting on your opinion. That clinches it! Thank you, everyone. Now, to the Tree of Woe for the next couple months. lol

Thank you, @Kasi. Agreed.

[Paul9221]

I don't mean to gatekeep people who like a more roomy pant but the 888 is usually for those who can't fit into anything else LOL.  If I could fit into a 666 or 555, I would be wearing those.

[Jett129]

Just saw this,and to echo what has already been said…555 is your lucky number.

[super-thermite]

@Paul9221 lol, thanks!

@Jett129 thank you!

[neph93]

@Paul9221:

I don't mean to gatekeep people who like a more roomy pant but the 888 is usually for those who can't fit into anything else LOL.  If I could fit into a 666 or 555, I would be wearing those.

For me certainly, a sized down 888 allows me to have a fit similar to the 555 or 777 which I struggle with due to my Neanderthal genes and having played rugby since I could walk.

That being said, I’m entering the upper end of my 40’s, and having a more relaxed leg has it’s own appeal now, hence the size up on my new pair of 888-XHS. I’ll try and get fit pics p tomorrow.

[neph93]

Here we go… somewhat relaxed fit compared to my other pairs of 888, which is just what I was looking for.

[sabergirl]

Looks great, to me!

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[Chap]

Couldn’t fit better

[neph93]

@Chap @sabergirl why thank you both… I'm pleased with how they've worked out 

[Kasi]

@neph93
That is a perfect fit, am jealous..
Good luck with them

[neph93]

@Kasi:

@neph93
That is a perfect fit, am jealous..

Says the guy who kills it in 555's… I can't even wear 555's (although I did try very hard for a while), so I'm the jealous one