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I can measure my 38's for you in a bit! Haven't actually worn mine either since buying as I think I could go up to 40. I'm concerned with crotch blowout, though the fit through the leg otherwise is probably the best out of any jeans I own.

Funny enough, I've adopted those elastic Arcade brand belts for such purposes 😅

Not much more praise I can offer Ooe than I've done throughout this thread but they're my favorite as well, easy. The top block is somehow the most comfortable of all brands for me, which somehow sits near my fluctuating gut in the perfect position whereas most others cause gastro-discomfort 😂 Will also second that their non-standard Levi's cuts with higher rises are also great for me; I rotate the Mechanic Overalls often. Hopefully some who were aiming for the WWII's were able to get them!

Turns out I need to have a kid to have a chance at winning this contest!

It's tough...You love to see a great niche mom and pop brand get the recognition but also, get off my lawn bandwagoners I liked them first (for at least the last 16 years I might add) 😂

Looks like the new pair will be made of the XX4 denim (and standard pocket fabric) based on the latest Standard and Strange newsletter...Looking forward to getting my pair since I missed out on the XX4 "Dull" fabric last year, and it'll be nice sizing up to a roomy 40.

Fast faders, but also keep in mind fit; These are my dedicated pair, but since I upsized them I'm not getting as much wear and sharp creasing, but at the same time I know the crotch won't blow out. Anyways, we're all in it for the long haul, you still have time!

Friends, break out the NEW STANDARDs, we're stacking again 🫡 https://www.instagram.com/p/DG5YrZHyBpc/

@Talan for HK, seek no further than Take 5: https://take5hk.com Workware is also interesting for their own in-house items: https://www.workwarehk.com

@julian-wolf feel free to slow down for the rest of us 😂

Wish I had an exact date, but not sure! Model number is "0125" though (ie: "SOA03XXD-0125"), so my guess is relatively soon if not in the next couple months?

Anyone else following Omoto? https://www.instagram.com/omotodenim_japan/ https://omotodenim.jp/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaaJntzScG05vQAAM_i3CCXALOnbD-qn18a3dvDNfLkaCc0-rjbQAIih2WQ_aem_XEAGw4sldtAl0YZx4RJuXw

https://www.instagram.com/p/DGcgz2nTTCl/ New 03 run coming to S&S 🫣 Looks like I can finally snag a pair

Just about one month in and the fades are already looking good (I'm guessing for all of us) 🙏

Kind of happy about this to be honest...Will be nice to see some absolutely shredded out and faded jeans after 18 months for a true long wear look! And also gives us time to wear other jeans if temptation calls 😆

Another one! Ryo vs Hiro’s pair, I’ll definitely be wearing these on #WOMCON off days, looking forward to the release, though honestly I’ve never tried the single back pocket style so it’ll be an interesting adjustment

Amoskeag fabric progress lifted off their IG story

With the purchase by YETI, Mystery Ranch is said to be phased out by EOY unfortunately, though the government contracted stuff will continue on under the same name

Wasn't expecting non-Levi's DSB's so these Cowboy's really piqued my interest: https://www.instagram.com/p/DFuS8wnTjVM/?img_index=1

Unexpected third wash due to a little slip and fall into icy mud today...Still drying but will post pictures if there's any notable changes. Was hoping to hold off to set in the whiskering 😅

I too had a period, let's call it 2016-2022, when denim was put on the back burner for more comfortable items like stretch waistband Uniqlo slacks and easy pants (styled with outdoor/tech wear), but also came full circle. Things got a bit too cosplay and stale for me if I'm being honest. Now I'd say I sort of just mix everything, with a focus on comfort, but have to admit that paying attention to trends and mixing in some of those "fashionable" items has kept things more fun, if not admittedly more capitalist lol. For example, I don't think I've ever loved a belt as much as my OUR LEGACY 2CM belt. I still mix in the odd Arcteryx jacket etc. for practicality (spend a good amount of time outdoors), but maybe layered with some army surplus, reverse weave sweatshirts, and some Alden's to clean it all up. But yeah, I'm definitely happier with my outfits now and have basically settled on this "look".

Genuine question, isn't this just what we used to call "anti fit"?

Agreed, this is fabulous! I'm an XXL kind of guy 😂

Clocking 46.5cm (BiG style) after two hot washes, but I wear them loose and figure they'd stretch if someone was apt. Gotta say these may be my favorite fitting jeans in a long time though. Looks like I'm going size 40 on everything moving forward 😂 Missed it too but Happy 6-0 @CSL!!

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