What is Levis STF?

What is Levis STF?

Considered the go-to starter pair for raw denim by denimheads, the Levi’s 501 Shrink-to-Fit jeans are a smart investment whether you’re frugal or snooty. Most jeans that you find in stores have been created with denim that was “sanforized,” a process invented in the 1920s that limits post-wash shrinkage to only 1%.

How are Levis STF sizes?

Levi’s Shrink-to-Fit (a.k.a. “STF”) tend to shrink about 1-2 inches in the waist and 2-3 inches in length. The waist will mostly stretch back out, but the inseam will not. I would recommend going true to size or buying one size larger in the waist and two sizes larger in the inseam.

How do Levis shrink STF?

This classic technique requires you to buy your jeans true to size in the waist and two sizes up in length. Put them on, hop into a warm bath and then just kick back and relax for at least 30 minutes. When you’re done soaking, keep them on until they’re dry.

What size is 501 shrink-to-fit?

2) For those who want to machine wash and dry the jeans, we recommend ordering up. For your waist, increase 1″ for sizes 27″-36″, 2″ for 38″-48″, and 3″ for 50″ and up. And for your inseam, increase 3″ for sizes 27″-34″ and 4″ for 36″ and up. 3) For purists who like their denim unwashed, no need to size up.

How do you shrink a 501 STF?

How to shrink-to-fit the classic Levi’s 501 STF Jeans

1. Hot Water. First, put the pants in as hot water as you can get out of your water heater.
2. Drip Drying. After 60 minutes in the hot water you can take it up and let it drip.
3. Towel Drying.
4. Wear until completely dried.

How do you break in Levi 501?

Step 1 Purchase your jeans in your true size, which for Shrink-to-Fit™ means 1″ larger in waist and 3″ longer in inseam. Step 2 Wear them out of the store (after you buy them). Step 3 Live in them as long as possible. Step 4 Wash them as little as possible.

How do I know what size Levis to buy?

LEVI’S® SIZE CHART AND GUIDE

1. WAIST. Measure around the smallest part of your waist. Not too snug, not too loose.
2. SEAT. Measure around the fullest part of your hips.
3. THIGH. Measure around the fullest part of your thigh.
4. INSEAM. Measure straight down the inside leg from the crotch to the ankle.

Are Levis 501s still cool?

As the overall style of the Levi’s jeans 501 model hasn’t changed much over the years, it can be seen as more of a dealbreaker. These jeans are meant to be timeless, not fleeting. With that in mind, the Levi’s 501 model will work wonderfully with someone who has a more classic style and fit.