Please help me choose my Levi's length

ETA:

Longer = YAY

Shorter = NAY

I know it's been years since I last posted, and that's mostly because I have become less interested in fashion in the last few years, but I now need to choose between 2 lengths of jeans and I have tried them enough times now that it's time to decide and return one of them. Some relevant information:

Height: 1.65cm (5.5")
Jeans: 27/28 and 27/30
Levi's model: 501 crop (https://www.levi.com/GB/en_GB/...../362000085)

Context: I live in the UK, where summer is just not a real thing, it's a gift that we get for maybe a week or two at a time, so these need to work with boots and potentially socks.

The shorter length looks fantastic with my sandals, but I don't get to wear sandals much, so... what do I go for? I feel like the longer length looks a bit meh, whereas the shorter ones look a bit more modern and more flattering, but at this point I don't know anymore. Also on the website all the models wear it shorter than either of those fit me?

And, finally, how much will they shrink in the wash, especially in length?

In the photos, the one on the left is always the longer one, either rolled up or down.

Thanks in advance for the help!

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4 years ago

Star (Lise)

Veteran

The shorter ones do look more trendy to my eye. I guess it depends how much wear you want from them. I keep my cropped jeans out only from May to September. If you want to wear them all year round rolling them in warmer months will work.

Janet

(website)

I prefer the longer one (but I realize I often zig when the forum zags on cropped lengths). I feel like the length can always be cuffed or rolled, but I like the option of having a full length that works too. I think the shorter version looks just a little too short.

Nitsirk

Active Member

I prefer the shorter ones. They do look more modern to my eye. I live in Canada and can and do make the cropped length work in winter w boots and a tonal sock. Love the bright coloured tee! Hope the opinions you get help you with your decision.

RobinF

I prefer the shorter length with the sneakers and longer with the boots - maybe hem to the longer length with the option to cuff? I would definitely wash before hemming though.

Irene

Ok, so far it's a tie lol
I have to admit I think cropped jeans with socks and boots can look cute, but I do want these to stay current for a few years (provided my body doesn't change a lot in that time).
I also fear these will shrink in the wash and then the shorter version will be too short... it's literally 2 inches of a difference, so maybe I should keep the longer ones and wash them at hottish temperature to get them just right.

rachylou

I prefer the longer too… but it’s a tough call.

Also, you can always hem the longer ones later if you feel they need an adjustment. The shorter ones can’t get longer, unless you are into releasing the hems and embracing that look.

slim cat

I like the shorter ones - especially with boots. If you have high tops or pretty small patterned socks - would be nice combinations.
Of course if you run cold most of the time - go for a longer ones ( just roll them when you want shorter looks ).

Anonymous

I like the shorter length best with both the sneakers and the boots, don't think it's going to look "out" anytime soon, and have actually found it to be surprisingly practical in cooler, wetter weather.

kkards

Re shrinking —back in the day when i worked for the Gap, we were told that generally its 1/4 of an inch or less if you follow the washing and drying instructions.

i like the longer, expect in the final set were i like the shorter one

I think because they are also a bit loose (they almost look a bit big on me), I will try wash them in hot water and see if that shrinks them to the right size. I don't want to size down as I have a very sensitive waist and struggle with jeans that are tight around that area, so I'd rather they fit a little bit loose... I feel like Goldilocks here.

I'm also a bit confused that when they list the model's height and size, they are usually 10-15cm taller than me yet the 30' looks as long on them as it looks on me? Almost?

bj1111

I’m with @janet and @kkards.

With longer length, nothing to stop you from cuffing out or inward to wear short

Jaime

I think the longer makes more sense and agree with the above about cuffing etc.

notsaf

I love the shorter ones with bare ankles and boots both!

Gigi

I like the shorter ones.

I find that sometimes knowing the model's height creates more questions than it answers!

Jenni NZ

Hi there. Both look great, but I have voted Yay for longer length as being more versatile and practical and can be cuffed or rolled. I also feel that we’ve been having the “new shorter full length”- Angie wrote a post on it- for almost 4 years now, how much longer can it last?!
I only own one pair of jeans now and they are cropped. It’s winter here in NZ and they’re too cold to wear- I only have one pair of high shaft boots which are a bit high for everyday use.

lyn67

Love them both, waiting to get your answer from our PPL expert, Angie!!

Hello!! I decided to keep the longer ones for practical reasons and because they might also decrease in length over time (or if I put them in the dryer). Thanks all for the help, it's been very useful to hear everyone's opinions!

Good on you for making a choice anyway. I think you’ll be happy with it.

Glad you kept the longer ones, just overall more practical!

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