Tell me about J Brand Jeans

Star

Hi Fabbers
Today I came across a pair of JBrand jeans in the thrift shop. They were like new. Dark denim (my favourite), boyfriend style with a button-fly. The thing that worries me is they felt extremely stretchy. I always only wear 98% cotton and 2% elastine which is what the label confirmed. However they seemed more stretchy than that to me, particularly in the front crotch/hip area. They fit well, super comfortable. Can those of you who have worn J Brand jeans let me know if they stretch out easily after one or two wears? Where I come from I have never encountered J Brand before yet I gather it is a super popular US brand. Thanks so much.

2 years ago

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Latest reply was from Joy

nuancedream

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I have worn J Brand jeans. Good quality. For the most part, they are TTS or you may want to size down. Sounds like you scored a great pair.

2 years ago

Stagiaire Fash

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Never heard of them, but my impression is that % elastase doesn’t necessarily say how stretchy the fabric is, that 2% might feel stretchier than 6%. No idea why that is though.

2 years ago

cjh

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I have J Brand jeans. Two pair that are over 10 years old, straight ones and flares. They do feel stretchy but I don’t think they stretch out on wearing, any more than any other jeans or pants. When my weight is a little (3-4 lbs.) higher, I air dry them. When I’m at my preferred weight, I put them in the dryer.

Off your topic, I’m thinking of chopping the flares as they’ve always seemed just a bit too long, easier to wear with short boots but I always favor tennis shoes these days.

2 years ago

Angie

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What Nuancedream said. You scored, Star!

I have an 8 year old J. Brand denim jacket that is a fave!

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2 years ago

Star

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Thanks Angie, CJH, ND and Stag for your input. I have not purchased them yet but will. Interesting point CJH about the dryer making them fit snugger. I only line dry currently so will not be able to make use of this nugget of information but will keep it in mind for future possibilities.

2 years ago

Jaime

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I have a pair of dark denim J Brand boyfriend jeans actually! They were thrifted and have held up very well. I'll check the fabric content later. I never put jeans in the dryer, but don't know what happened before I owned them obviously.

2 years ago

Joy

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I have never had J Brand jeans but like I distressed dark denim best. I think you found a gem. I also air dry jeans and almost all clothes, including under garments.

2 years ago

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