Jeans recommendations?

So, what are we thinking regarding brands like Diesel, WTBoy, Sisley, and the rest?
For men, I’ve always felt the staples are Levi's, Wrangler, or Lee.

If those styles were good enough for icons like Jim Morrison and Mick Jagger, who are we to argue?
True denim should be worn-in; after about six months of regular use, they should begin to mold themselves entirely to the wearer's physique, shouldn't they?😉 A perfect fit.

On a lighter note, I have a feeling that simple, straightforward denim is making a comeback—something classic like Wrangler.

Diesel is certainly stylish, but isn't it just a bit too pricey for everyday wear?

Personally, when I was back home, I used to pick up my jeans at Topman, but here in the States, I usually head to Gap.

Alright, so where can I actually find some "normal" jeans in Chicago? Diesel only seems to carry those super flared or wide-leg cuts now, and honestly, it’s the same story with every other brand... I’m looking for that classic, slightly worn-in look. It can't be true that I'm going to have to settle for Levi's 501s for the first time... 😢 Basically, does anyone know if there's somewhere in the city that still carries the kind of fit Diesel had about a year ago? You know—not everything is oversized or baggy or whatever else... 😢

Look, I might actually be able to help you out—but how can I, when you’ve gone and roasted me like that up there? 😠

Just kidding... mostly. I totally get where Toja's coming from, honestly. I deal with the exact same thing—and my husband too. You know how it is once you hit a certain age... those rapper-style, "look-at-me" fits and all that other nonsense just don't sit right on us anymore. 🙄

Check out Levi's—and I don't just mean the 501s, they've got plenty of those classic, older cuts left...

We actually picked up some decent, normal-looking men's jeans at Tom Tailor recently. Not sure what the selection is like over at Benetton, though... maybe it's worth a look?

rustymoose54 said:Maybe I could help you out—but how can I, now that you’ve gone and insulted my taste in jeans up there? 😠

Just kidding... I get the frustration. Honestly, I’m dealing with the same thing. My husband too—we’re getting older, and honestly, those rapper-style, baggy, trashy looks just don't suit us anymore. 🙄

Check out Levi’s. Don't just stick to the 501s; they have plenty of those classic cuts left.

We actually picked up some decent, standard men's jeans at Tom Tailor recently. Not sure about Benetton, though—maybe give them a look?

-You’re just getting worked up over nothing. 😉

-Where even is this Tom Tailor, and what kind of brand is it?

ruggedfalcon2 said:- you're clearly just getting worked up over nothing 😉

- so where even is this Tom Tailor place... what kind of brand is it anyway?

- maybe, but honestly, I've already moved on. I know exactly when it happened: the second you wrote that massive wall of text just trying to justify yourself 😉

- You can find Tom Tailor at the Magmina department store over on Ilica—it's right near Esprit and all those other spots (if you're walking from the Square toward Frankopanska, it's on the right side, just past where Gundulićeva crosses)

www.tom-tailor.com

got it, thanks... by the way, sending you some love from the fast lane🙂 ☕

ruggedfalcon2 said:alright, cool... anyway—sending you big shoutouts from super-lane.🙂 ☕

😍 I mean, obviously—I put in so much damn work... wouldn't she have noticed by now? Like, she’d at least send a quick "hey" or some kind of sign... right? ... 👍

ruggedfalcon2 said:I guess I shouldn't be forced into buying a pair of Levi's 501s for the first time, right? 😢 So, I was wondering—did anyone actually see that specific model in the city like Diesel had about a year ago? Or have they all been cut into those super wide, oversized versions now? Maybe I just missed it. 😢

Why specifically 501? I guess there might be some reason behind it, maybe? 😁 Maybe give the Levi's 507s a shot. I guess the men's version is actually pretty decent—they feel almost entirely normal. 😁

cosmicridge5 said:Why specifically the 501s? 😁 You might want to check out the Levi's 507s—the men's versions are actually great and feel way more "standard"... 😁

I don't know much about Levi's, so I just assumed the 501 was the only option... okay, I'll take a look at the 507s. 🙂

cosmicridge5 said:Why the hell specifically 501? 😁 Try some Levi's 507 instead. The men's cuts are solid and actually look somewhat decent. 😁

I'm still rocking the low rise, maybe for another $5. Check out the Levi's 512, though they aren't exactly "normal" either.😁

Maybe I'll check out all the Levi's models... they might even have the 505s with the crease 😁...

Not quite a neo-sexual😬

If you aren't planning on driving all the way out to Chicago, you should check out the Mega Factory Store over there. They have a massive selection of denim brands all under one roof, so you can test out different fits without wandering aimlessly through half the city.

Honestly, I’m feeling a bit down about those jeans—I really can't do it, even if I were asexual...☕

For the past few weeks, I’ve been trekking all over town trying to find some sneakers, a jacket, and jeans, and honestly, it’s been enough to give me a nervous breakdown. The selection here is an absolute disaster—just terrible. I strictly stick to a sporty style, and nothing being offered in this city fits my vibe at all. Personally, the jeans situation is a total catastrophe; they’re either distressed, flared, or covered in random floral patterns. Like, seriously, what the hell? 😕 After six hours of walking around, I realized that most women in this city are basically clones—everyone is wearing the exact same sneaker models and jackets. 😁 😁 😁 So, I’ve decided that this Saturday, I’m heading over to Europe to do my shopping, because I couldn't find a single pair of shoes here that I actually liked. Everything in the stores is just so tacky and outdated (that specific shoe style is definitely not my thing 🙂).

Anyway, listen, ruggedfalcon2, you can forget about finding anything decent here. If you want to find some actual, normal jeans, you're better off looking elsewhere. 😁 😁

Boozer said:I’ve been walking around town for a few weeks trying to hunt down some sneakers, a jacket, and some jeans—honestly, it’s been enough to give me a nervous breakdown. The selection out there is just... catastrophic. Truly awful. I strictly stick to a sporty style, but nothing being offered in the city fits my vibe at all. As far as I'm concerned, the jeans situation is a total disaster—they're either shredded, flared, or covered in random floral patterns... I mean, seriously, what the hell? 😕 After walking around town for six hours, I’ve finally come to a conclusion—most of the women here are clones. Everyone is wearing the exact same sneakers and the same jackets... seriously... 😁 😁 😁 So, I’ve decided—I'm heading over to Austria this Saturday just to go shopping for shoes. I haven't been able to find anything decent around here... everything is just so tacky and "meh." Not my style at all... 🙂 )

Look, ruggedfalcon2—it’s fine, really. You’ll definitely find some decent jeans over there... 😁 😁

👍 I've been going back and forth on this for about a month now—just weighing all the options and overthinking it... but I think I’m finally settling on the Levi's 501s. Honestly, I just have to experience those 501s for myself at some point... damn. 😁

ruggedfalcon2 said:👍 Man, I had those exact same vibes. I've been going back and forth on it for like a month now... but honestly, I think I'm just gonna settle on some Levi's 501s. I mean, damn, I gotta try those 501s at least once in my life. 😁

You looking for them straight or with a wash? 😁

Jeans are just jeans, nothing crazy. 🙄 😁

Boozer said:You want them with stitching or without? 😁

Jeans are just jeans—nothing special. 🙄 😁

Nah, without the stitching... the less detail, the better... ☕

Pffft, well, I guess we'll just have to stay on trend then. ☕

Boozer said:Pfft... you don't always have to jump on every single trend. ☕

Man, I haven't been in the loop for ages... 😁 ☕

rustymoose54 said:We actually picked up some decent men's jeans at Tom Tailor recently. I'm not sure about the Benetton selection, maybe it's worth checking them out?

As far as I know, TT
has some pretty trendy, youthful stuff.
I own quite a few pieces from them.
Used to be my absolute favorite!