I very recently go into raw denim and, after trying out 5-8 pairs at Self Edge, I got some Roy Originals (size 29). They had a great fit when I was trying them in the store but now that I've soaked them I find that the fit really grates on me physically. Everywhere is good but two places. The absolute bottom of the crotch feels pulled tight all the time and, more importantly, the top 1-1.5 inches of the jean is just ridiculous…so tight. It's to the point where I can barely put my hands into the front pocket to get my keys. And I can feel my hip flexors pushing on the jean with every step. Perhaps the medium rise is contributing to the problem? I know they are supposed to stretch out but I don't think I can put up with it for a month. Bummed out since I loved the look as well as the Roy story.
Anyway, onto solutions. I wear Levi 514s in 29 and love the cut. What would be you guys' suggestion on some raw denim with the same cut? I'd prefer sanforized, I don't like digging a cut and then having it change a lot once I hot soak it. I'm also considering buying a size 30 and forgoing the slimmer look. At Self Edge I tried out the Iron Hearts (denim was too heavy), 3Sixteen (alright but just kinda blah cut) and Dry Bones (liked those the second best).
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I very recently go into raw denim and, after trying out 5-8 pairs at Self Edge, I got some Roy Originals (size 29). They had a great fit when I was trying them in the store but now that I've soaked them I find that the fit really grates on me physically. Everywhere is good but two places. The absolute bottom of the crotch feels pulled tight all the time and, more importantly, the top 1-1.5 inches of the jean is just ridiculous…so tight. It's to the point where I can barely put my hands into the front pocket to get my keys. And I can feel my hip flexors pushing on the jean with every step. Perhaps the medium rise is contributing to the problem? I know they are supposed to stretch out but I don't think I can put up with it for a month. Bummed out since I loved the look as well as the Roy story.
Anyway, onto solutions. I wear Levi 514s in 29 and love the cut. What would be you guys' suggestion on some raw denim with the same cut? I'd prefer sanforized, I don't like digging a cut and then having it change a lot once I hot soak it. I'm also considering buying a size 30 and forgoing the slimmer look. At Self Edge I tried out the Iron Hearts (denim was too heavy), 3Sixteen (alright but just kinda blah cut) and Dry Bones (liked those the second best).