gadfly
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Need some advice here, gentlemen --
My current jean stock has dwindled to two pairs of Levi's: a black and indigo pair of the on-the-outs 501 CT model.
I've been pretty happy with this style, but can't help but feel like there's something better out there.
I need to stock back up, and am thinking about sticking with Levi's. I'm set to graduate college in two months, and they're cheap and reliable. I've worn them since I was a kid, and sported the standard 511s until about three years ago when my legs started getting a little huskier. After trying on a pair of 511s a few days ago, I determined they're still way too tight.
If I do stay with Levi's, my options include buying out the few remaining pairs of 501 CT, or trying some of their other tapered fits -- the 502 regular taper, the 512 slim taper, and the 541 athletic cut. I haven't sampled any of these fits yet. I'm also considering just stocking up on some good old-fashioned 501s and taking them to the tailor for a whole lot of tapering.
Whatever I decide to do, I value cohesion and limited choice in my wardrobe. I want to find my perfect pair of denim, owning just one cut of jeans from one brand in only two or three shades.
I'm also interested in giving the likes of Acne or APC a shot, but don't know if they're worth the price or would look attractive with my build (I'm a 36x32 pant).
Should I stick with Levis? Venture out into the unknown?
Any particular Levi's/Acne/APC fits you'd recommend for me?
Essentially, I'm just asking for some sage direction to carry me into this new chapter of my denim-dependent life. I know I'm all over the place right now. Denim has always been a weak point for me, and I need some help. Cheers.
My current jean stock has dwindled to two pairs of Levi's: a black and indigo pair of the on-the-outs 501 CT model.
I've been pretty happy with this style, but can't help but feel like there's something better out there.
I need to stock back up, and am thinking about sticking with Levi's. I'm set to graduate college in two months, and they're cheap and reliable. I've worn them since I was a kid, and sported the standard 511s until about three years ago when my legs started getting a little huskier. After trying on a pair of 511s a few days ago, I determined they're still way too tight.
If I do stay with Levi's, my options include buying out the few remaining pairs of 501 CT, or trying some of their other tapered fits -- the 502 regular taper, the 512 slim taper, and the 541 athletic cut. I haven't sampled any of these fits yet. I'm also considering just stocking up on some good old-fashioned 501s and taking them to the tailor for a whole lot of tapering.
Whatever I decide to do, I value cohesion and limited choice in my wardrobe. I want to find my perfect pair of denim, owning just one cut of jeans from one brand in only two or three shades.
I'm also interested in giving the likes of Acne or APC a shot, but don't know if they're worth the price or would look attractive with my build (I'm a 36x32 pant).
Should I stick with Levis? Venture out into the unknown?
Any particular Levi's/Acne/APC fits you'd recommend for me?
Essentially, I'm just asking for some sage direction to carry me into this new chapter of my denim-dependent life. I know I'm all over the place right now. Denim has always been a weak point for me, and I need some help. Cheers.
