Tuesday, April 13, 2010

How to Tell if Your Jeans Fit Properly

When the jeans you bought online finally arrive, it's time to assess whether they're truly the right jeans for you. Here are some of the things to consider.

• Even pre-shrunk jeans typically shrink by at least a half an inch lengthwise, so your new jeans should be slightly longer than what you think you need.

• The jeans should look right with the shoes you plan to wear them with, so don't forget to check them out in the mirror with your shoes on.

• When you wear them, there shouldn't be any spots where thee jeans feel much tighter than elsewhere.

• The waist should fit right away. It's always tempting to get smaller jeans and tell yourself that you're just going to lose a few pounds, but this is easier said than done. Go with your real size.

The waist should close easily without having to lie down or suck in your stomach.

• Make sure the zipper or the buttoned fly doesn't stick out.

• If you're buying low-rise jeans, make sure no plumber's crack shows when you bend over a little.

• Is the crotch too low? Is the rear too loose? Do the cuffs fall at the right place? Each of these things can be a deal breaker.

If everything checks out, congratulations. You now have a company and size that you can rely on when buying jeans through the web.

Read our reviews of seven for all mankind jeans and Hudson jeans

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