How To Get Your Perfect Jean Length!

Mostly anyone buying their very first pair of selvedge denim jeans find themselves kind of perplexed that they are so damn long. But why is this and what can you do about it.
Let's find out.
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[@MrBathinape]

Just awesome. Thanks a lot for all you do - learn something new every time I watch, or even re-watch the videos. Wish you a quick recovery!

[@CeeAreDee]

Thanks buddy. Feeling a bit better. Just a bad cold.

[@TrungNguyen-np6xt]

Thanks for turning me on to Burg & Schild. I was able to visit them in Berlin recently. The staff there were so helpful in helping me select the perfect pair of heavy weight denim and hem length. They then did a one day turn around hemming service allowing me to continue with my trip without delay. Awesome people and products there at Burg & Schild.

[@CeeAreDee]

Yeah. The guys do an amazing job in there. It’s wonderful to be around them.

[@denindenim]

Your answers are perfect. History, culture, and function. I have some pairs hemmed and some cut-off but yes, I'm shorter than they usually sell.

[@brianm1988]

Dude, your videos are amazing. I only recently found raw denim. You’ve answered so many questions in surprisingly good detail. I appreciate it. Liked and subscribed man.

[@CeeAreDee]

Glad you like them! And thanks for the kind words. Really appreciate it.

[@Still-Learning]

I'm a new denim head myself and just as appreciative of the work and tutorials presented by CRD. I've got 3 new pair of raw jeans I bought prior to losing 40lbs, so now they all need to be tailored. What questions or directions should I ask or give to a tailor? There are no raw denim shops in the area, so my options are dry cleaner tailors, wedding shops, or haberdashery. Any input would be helpful as I am still learning. -Later

[@telemarktumalo6978]

What a cool shop. Thanks for this helpful video.

[@rubberlover666]

As someone who's 6'4", I thank god every day the 36" inseam is becoming standard. I can actually do a cuff roll now!

[@jonathanpforr3844]

U and me both sux tryn to find tops too and pretty much anything made in japan cant wear

[@AC-vt4uk]

When you 6’6”, only blunts get rolled.

[@CeeAreDee]

😂

[@CeeAreDee]

Or slow might find you something

[@CeeAreDee]

Haha. I’m all torso. 6ft and a 30 inside leg. Happy to be able to get the perfect length tho.

[@Emanuel_carey]

Got my first pair a week ago, and yea I’m obsessed with looking at people’s jeans now

[@darthkahnobis]

So, am I able to get a hem and still be able to fold them up a couple times to expose the selvedge?

[@99problemstoysaint1]

Thanks for the much needed info about the process of tailoring.. etc ✌🏻✌🏻

[@CeeAreDee]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@davidreyes6690]

Enjoyed this one! Nice group of folks your way!

[@CeeAreDee]

Thanks, Terrence. Yeah I am lucky with the people about me :)

[@iCrescendo]

Awesome video, very insightful!

[@CeeAreDee]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@alexdefaro]

What a great video. Thanks.

[@diamonds3958]

Really informative this man is very wise. Thanks this is appreciated. 👌🏻👖🥾👞

[@arnoldjenkins5455]

Now that’s a turn up for the books!

[@CeeAreDee]

BAHAHAHA... I like it.

[@TsunogaKidz_YMD]

what i appreciate about local denim in here that they offer a free hemming service for every pair u purchased. So you only need to worry about waist size and fit style

[@CeeAreDee]

Good service for sure.

[@David.Horne72]

Great vid, thank you

[@CeeAreDee]

You’re welcome.

[@brunonjezic6208]

Man that track is crazy!

[@svenkasper1002]

I just love Burg & Schild, went there two weeks ago again. Such an awesome shop. Did you see the shop Sacred Dog in Kreuzberg yet? Iron Heart Germany goes Berlin, an awesome shop when it comes to Iron Heart and Wesco.

[@CeeAreDee]

Hey Sven. Yeah Burg is such a good spot. Not been to scared dog yet. Thanks for the tip.

[@jamisondelles6595]

Question- when searching for a tailor to hem your jeans did you look for specific type of tailor specific skill set or equipment? I have a nice pair of tellasons that I need to have hemmed and don’t want them F’ed up

[@CeeAreDee]

Hmm. Good question. I’d look for someone who can do a chainstitch hem and knows a little about denim. And be very specific about what you want.

[@goldencalf5144]

Is it important to get the hem chain stitched to maintain the original look? Is it difficult to match the thread with the rest of the jean?

[@CeeAreDee]

Yeah. I’d say so but not essential. If you get it done at a good place they will have the thread colour to match things up.

[@NonLegitNation2]

i got my first paid of selvedge denim about 2 weeks ago, N&F Weird Guy and honestly, I wish they were about one inch longer. I was able to do one turn up but it kind of slips up and down so ideally, I would have liked another inch of material to lock in the cuff by doing a double turn up.

[@Vulvaetix]

Wet the jeans at the hem, cuff them, and use a hammer to set the cuff (gently on a hard surface, of course…)

[@davidsapienza8510]

Hey man, great Videos I’m learning a lot. Quick question, I’m just getting into selvedge jeans. I have a couple of pairs that are just a little to big. I haven’t soaked or washed them yet. Do you think I should size down or will they shrink down after the first wash? I’m not to sure because I hear they will stretch as you wear them. Tough call because they are only a little to big. The jeans I’m talking about are Nudie Grim Tim

[@soulkitchen1979]

Look up to see if your jeans are sanforized or unsanforized. That makes a difference on how much they will shrink. If you choose to soak, use cold water and only soak for 30 minutes at a time. Let dry completely and try on. See if that helps.

[@ValFinale]

@@soulkitchen1979 i heard hot water to soak, no?

[@soulkitchen1979]

@@ValFinale you can use hot water but you take the risk of the jeans shrinking too much.

[@soulkitchen1979]

@@ValFinale also, if then jeans don't shrink enough after cold water, then use hot.

[@realitybites4649]

Hot water, you want them to shrink as much as possible before tailoring,

[@mikec1535]

Great video what style number are your iron hearts thanx

[@CeeAreDee]

They are the 777s. An amazing fit if I was 10kg lighters. 😂

[@CoachPritch]

My first pair of selvege (Bravestar!) are en route…how big is stylish for the cuff? I’ll be wearing them with cowboy boots and my Thursday Captains a lot…thanks!

[@CeeAreDee]

Hmm. For cowboys I’d say no cuff at all or a really tiny one. Cropped quite high. But that’s just me and how I like to wear them these days.

[@CoachPritch]

@@CeeAreDee I’ve seen old school pictures of Steve McQueen with large cuffs with cowboy boots, but it is a vintage look for sure

[@lutherfox5744]

What're your thoughts on reattaching the original hemlines?

[@CeeAreDee]

I saw a buddy of mine doing it super well. I’ve also seen it done very badly

[@Stevesaav]

What does it mean for jeans “overlocking”?

[@truther4life]

Just got my Bravestar jeans in today! I'm normally a 29-30 length. The jeans are 36 length of course! I want to cuff them so I need to know how much to cut off. 36 is just too long!Any help would be greatly appreciated! Just don't want a donut at the bottom!

[@Sam-nz9yn]

Go longer rather than shorter if your not sure. You can always go shorter if you need to.

[@zack1256]

His jacket is insane

[@Una2Cold]

When I sit down my ankles are very very exposed. This bothers me, especially when it’s cold outside. But when standing my jeans/pants look long enough. I’m 6’2” and skinny wearing a 32 length. Should I possibly be wearing a 34 length?

[@CeeAreDee]

Hmm. I’m not the biggest fan of the stacked look myself but it could be a solution. As dumb as it sounds. To get around the problem I just wear long socks.

[@willdenham]

Are you saying that STF run longer than pretreated in general? I'm ordering my first pair. I normally get 34 X 32, lately creeping to 36, which need a belt. So fir the 501 STF I ordered a 36 X 34.

[@CeeAreDee]

That seems about right. Should end up fitting you well.

[@michaelcurry3111]

What brand and style jeans are worn by the tailor in this video?

[@CeeAreDee]

I’ll ask her. I think it was 3 sixteen

[@alexrydahl2980]

Hey man! what leather jacket and what jeans spes he wear?

[@CeeAreDee]

The jacket it a double helix type 2 Gold Digger. The jeans I’m not too sure. www.burgundschild.com/en/clothing/jackets/leather-jackets/horsehide-jacket-gold-digger-black

[@rockygabriel7096]

Ha! I just checked all my jeans and thinking should i finally hem all my jeans? Because i never hem them Although i tailored some of them due to my weight lost and my tailor always asked do I want to hem them also but i keep saying no... 😁...

[@danielfrancis3660]

Are jean snobs a thing?

[@MrBathinape]

BTW, any tips for plump guys for whom even L30 is too much? I mean, I’m 5’9’’ with W36, and I still want to wear tapered jeans with like 18 cm leg opening. But ALL the jeans I’ve ever bought had to be cut. The problem with it is that if the original hem is like 18 or 19 cm, after getting cut the hem is like 21 or 22. That’s a real pain for me🤷🏼‍♂️

[@CeeAreDee]

I have discovered the joys of a good tailor recently. Take them along to a guy you trust and have a long chat with them. They will be able to advise you and they will know exactly how to cut them for your body type.

[@MrBathinape]

@@CeeAreDee I know a couple of guys, but I’m afraid they are not gonna take anything heavier than 14Oz. But thanks for your advice!

[@TonyByte]

Oh, you meant because you removed the length, farther up the leg, the leg opening is wider when you hem there, not the hem. I see. You have to cut the length, then hem, then taper the legs to get the leg holes whatever size you want. It sounds hard but it is not. It is much easier than you think. I just did this to 7 pairs of shorts! All if my shorts were too long and leg holes too wide. A tailor can do this but I'm loving perfecting it myself. I recommend it. KZbin has all of the instructions.

[@aniljadhav1141]

Where is the final result video? I saw all your video. You didn't make the result video.

[@CeeAreDee]

Had to take it down for personal reasons.

[@JacobFrodsham]

Great video! Your microphone is too quite or your Music is way too loud. I kept having to turn down the volume everytime the music came on. Lol I'm at work on lunch and don't want to disturb my coworkers...

[@CeeAreDee]

Sorry about that. Will watch the levels next time ;)

[@kev9385]

Depends on the shoe your wearing, for shoes (paraboot avignon) or loafers or sneakers you need shorter with no break, the ivy look. For a Chelsea boot or that need to be abit longer, like 1/4 break. Any they must be chain stitched, they dont look right with a regular stich,

[@ValFinale]

agreed. some people into raw denim still like that sloppy horrible stacking look with extra material fraying from the jeans everywhere in all directions. Looks awful

[@salamiswami5456]

Post more often!

[@CeeAreDee]

Try my best... but you know. These things take time.

[@EnacheCristi]

What leather jacket is that guy wearing? It looks so sleek! 😳

[@CeeAreDee]

That’s a Double Helix type 2 I believe. I think it’s called the Gold Digger if I remember correctly

[@jeremybumbalough82]

You always want to be wearing whatever shoes or boots you want to wear with your britches when you get measured for your hemline.

[@ignus16]

Its getting much harder these days to get jeans with a long inseam. I'm 6'1" with a 34" inseam, so, in order to wear jeans with a stack or cuff they need to be 35" or more. Lots of brands used to do a 36" inseam but these are getting hard to find. Samurai, Fullcount and PBJ, which are some of the bigger names in the game, have all stopped doing 36" inseams in the last few years and The Flat Head are no longer sold in Europe. The industry seems to have settled in around 23-34" as a default and this is NOT a long inseam. Ironheart and TSG are the only two i can find that make quality jeans that i actually want to buy with a proper inseam. I bought about 4 pairs of Samurais before they switched over to only making jeans for short people last year :P Seriously though - have a look around at how many companies do proper long inseams and i think you'll be surprised what you find..

[@soulkitchen1979]

Bravestar Selvage does a 35" and 36" (on some styles).

[@ignus16]

@@soulkitchen1979 hey - thanks for this! i dont think Bravestar are available anywhere in Europe and ordering from the US would result in a 23% import tax (which im not willing to pay..)

[@diamonds3958]

1 word giants. People used to be 8 foot+

[@LaJiahao]

Motogucci gang😂

[@jawntanamo_bae]

As someone who’s 5’5, I have to either hem all jeans so that if I cuff it’s not like wearing 80s ankle weights or raw hem if I wanna look like a 70s porn star. Personally, I think the perfect length for jeans whether you cuff or not is right at the vamp of your boots with no break. I know flood length is super en vogue right now for IG pics, but I hate having to adjust when you sit and stand.

[@CeeAreDee]

I think that just cause people want to flex on their socks. And fair enough. If you pay 50 bucks per pair. Flex away 😂

[@jawntanamo_bae]

@@CeeAreDee if you pay $300 for jeans, it seems like a shame to give them cheap socks to hangout with 😂

[@CeeAreDee]

True that... but the fancy socks are never long enough for me. I like either a sneaker sock or a looooonnnnggg sock, the kind thing that will keep me cosy even if I am rockin a "flood" length 😂

[@ValFinale]

nah thats too long IMO. I'm also 5"5 but I like my jeans normal or a small cuff to end near the top of the boot but i also like more straight then skinny denim so don't deal with adjusting really. But I do like showing off socks. Also getting them that long makes them unwearable with any low sneaker

[@matthouston8411]

He needs to buy a 2nd machine and use that for parts. problem solved

[@CeeAreDee]

Easier said than done.

[@matthouston8411]

@@CeeAreDee that can be said for anything. "eat that piece of cake", well that's easier said than done because 4-5 word sentences are easier to say than spending 2 minutes eating a piece of cake. So I'm not sure what your point is. He buys a second machine, and then he has parts. End of story. Otherwise he can keep complaining about it breaking all the time, or just get rid of it. Apparently it isn't necessary to own if its always broken. Maybe sell it and buy a new machine made by a company that is still around instead of going vintage/steampunk. He is paying for the space that the machine takes up in his workspace, so it would seem to be better to replace it with something that works. If someone's car is always broken it isn't very cool either.

[@MrDJM81]

You lost me at “loafers”

[@CeeAreDee]

😂😂why the loafer hate?

[@frankdill1370]

get a sewing machine it's fun to sew you'll be cropping everything

[@theman1526]

Masks 😂

[@jaxongillespie8435]

The cuff looks dumb it's a failed attempt

[@CeeAreDee]

Well. That’s your opinion.

[@justinafuchs2619]

Hey, where can I see the end result? Give us a link, dude! 😊