A long time ago in a world far different from this one, jeans worn in the barn lasted years, not months as they do now.
I have always been partial to Levis but now they are so thin and stretch out so soon, that I would love to find another brand that holds up better in the barn.
I wear jeans every day in the barn. When the weather is cold I sometimes wear jeans and chaps to ride. Usually I wear breeches and half chaps.
I just want jeans that last. Does anyone know if they exist or not?
not wearing jeans much anymore (for above mentioned reasons, there isn’t a pair made anymore that isn’t stretchy)
But I had bought a pair of mens Rustler jeans at Wally World, real denim and - for guy pants - surprisingly form fitting.
sizing is simple, no guessing which size 8 they made this week: waist and inseam in inches. Total win.
Regular fit I believe.
I also have a few Levi’s from the thrift store, not the fashionable low/midrise, but what has come to be known as ‘mom’ jeans…good old fashioned denim!
Heaven help me, if I ever win the lotto big, I will open a jeans factory, making real jeans for real people! (and socks)
Carhartt jeans for women.
I got some non-stretch jeans that fit well and seem tough in the men’s dept. at Old Navy. I think they’re on their third winter.
I do the Mossimo jeans from target and haven’t killed a pair yet…but they do keep changing how they’re sized which requires actually trying them on again. Whine. (First world problem!)
Look for jeans with 100% cotton denim. A bit of Spandex is ok, but in higher percentages it thins out the material & elastanes don’t endure as well. Always wash jeans inside out & hang them to dry. If you must do the dryer for a softer feel, just do low heat for a tiny bit.
Levis cardboardy 501s, Wranglers carboardy 13WMZ, Prison Blues, Carhartt. But most of these commit you to mens’ sizes and shape (or shapelessness). But if you are a Denim Purist, then, by God, you can have Proper Denim from these makers.
LLBean sells very well made jeans. they are not on the cheap side, but they are very strong denim. A lot of jeans now are mixed with Lycra, and they break down way too fast.
LL Bean or Carhartt. The latter I have been able to find at Sierra Trading Post for decent prices when they have them.
I’ve got a pair of Levi’s that are over 20 years old and still in good shape. They’ve been worn at least once a week spring, fall, and winter since I’ve had them. I do ranch chores, I get filthy. Usually I only get one wearing out of my clothes before I wash them. I don’t put my clothes in the dryer though.
Same here. I bought a few pairs quite a few years ago and they have lasted ridiculously well. Super cheap (around $12 if I remember correctly) so I don’t care if they get ruined…but I couldn’t ruin them if I tried. Sure they are men’s and a little baggy in areas but I don’t care - I’m doing barn stuff so I need stuff that works. I refuse to spend a fortune on anything. Even my barn sweatshirts are Fruit of the Loom from Wally World and those have lasted for years…literally years.
This company makes American made jeans for people who ride. The denim is tough and holds its color. They are fabulous riding jeans! I prefer the Betty as they have a mid-rise. I don’t worry about showing off parts I don’t want others to see - no plumber look here. They are not the cheapest, but they last!
I prefer to purchase my jeans at thrift stores. Rather than looking for a particular brand, I search by “feel.” The sturdy ones will have fabric that feels thicker and stiffer, rather than soft and stretchy. It’s also nice to pay $6 a pair instead of $20-50.
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LLBean sells very well made jeans. they are not on the cheap side, but they are very strong denim. A lot of jeans now are mixed with Lycra, and they break down way too fast.[/QUOTE]
I agree! I’ve had really good luck with my LLBean jeans that I wear (and wash) nearly every day. They’re not necessarily the most “fashionable” jeans, but the horses don’t care.
Women’s Wranglers come in all shapes and sizes now. The Ariat’s have also seemed to stand up fairly well.
Depending on the style, you can get them anywhere from real denim to stretchy-ish to super stretch (I believe). I like the stretchy-ish so when my butt gets big in the winter they’re still forgiving.
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I prefer to purchase my jeans at thrift stores. Rather than looking for a particular brand, I search by “feel.” The sturdy ones will have fabric that feels thicker and stiffer, rather than soft and stretchy. It’s also nice to pay $6 a pair instead of $20-50.[/QUOTE]
This is what I do. Goodwill and Salvation Army have an endless supply of jeans.
Ariat! I have three Ruby’s and they are lasting wonderfully, look great, and are soft. Ninety-three percent cotton, six percent spandex, one percent elastic.
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Carhartt jeans for women.[/QUOTE]
Yes! Especially the winter ones lined with flannel.
LL Bean. They also make fleece and flannel lined jeans.
Grace In LA, Ariat, Silver, Rock 47… The age ole saying of you get what you pay for, unfortunately. I would go to a Cavenders or Boot Barn, and shop for jeans for people that ride. I walked in the other day to buy new riding jeans, and the girl was showing me all sorts of cutesy jeans. I finally looked at her and said, these are cute but if that butt bling scratches my bosses saddle, she will murder me. She then realized I wasn’t shopping for fashion. I walked out with a new pair of Rock 47s and then decided to spend the money and get a good pair of Silvers. However, I am a die hard Grace In LA Fan.
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