***SIZING UPDATE*** Ordered a Size 25 in the Ribcage in the Lose Your Marbles Light Wash and they are comfortable (keeping them)! Definitely don't feel as tight as the Tango Light Wash which I'm wearing in this video. In the video I'm wearing a 24, but I did order a 25 in the Tango Light Wash as well and it was still much tighter in the waist than the 25 in the Lose Your Marbles Light Wash. Just more evidence that Levi's sizing is a huge pain and inconsistent, even within the same STYLE in different WASHES. Always order more than 1 size for any purchase to get the right fit. Good luck!
If you order more than one size, then you have to pay return shipping, which I don't like. Wish I could find all the styles in a store. Then just take different sizes into the dressing room. That doesn't happen these days. Was going to go to a Levis store but discovered they didn't have ANY of the styles I wanted to try in stock. Supply chain issues? They've discontinued my tried and true style that I've worn for years.
Loved that you included all the measurement too! I've always hated how inconsistent their sizing is, definitely makes me more hesitant to order online. I love my 501s but the wedgies look soooo good on you
Yeah it's such a pain, but honestly I found the same inconsistency with AGOLDE and their different styles as well. Really?? I think they are meh and actually want to sell them haha but thank youuu
@@mejulialee a year later here, so still have them and wanna sell them? if so, I'm in the market for some used jeans. if ur on posh/merc lemme know either way, cuz it's so great that we're so similar sized.
Unfortunately I've already sold all the ones I didn't want! But I am on Poshmark as mejulialee and will be listing more clothes in the next few months 🙂
Lol thank you!! I’ve been holding onto what’s left from a handful of years of wrestling and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 😅, but maybe I’ll put together a video on some workouts I’ve tried/like recently!
This was so helpful, especially because it takes comfort into consideration. For what it's worth, I think that the 501s are actually the most flattering on you, and that they look terrific! Thanks for the review!!
Comfort is subjective depending on your body type too. I have high hip bones and the Levi’s ribcage are ridiculously comfy compared to anything that’s not ultra high rise
Hi! I've worked for Levi's for about 2 years. You're video was so accurate and thats exactly what I explain to customers. My favorite fit is the ribcage even though you said you didn't like it lol (the color georgie is so popular and the best one hehe). Also sizing is so inconsistent. But recently most jeans I'm purchasing are all my true size. But the jeans stretch out a LOT. So i like to buy mine snug and over time they stretch. Another newer one not mentioned is the High loose thats super high rise and super roomy in the legs and its the perfect 90's look (-:
With all Levi's I find the best fit sizing up and then taking to a tailor to get the waist taken in. As an hourglass shape this works for me, maybe not for everyone.
My husband wears a 36 inch inseam and has actually called customer service about the sizing issue. He was told they have up to an inch variance that are acceptable for their QA process. His mother worked for wrangler/lee for years and they have a much smaller variance. So he always measures before buying because he needs that full 36 inch inseam.
Finally somebody telling the truth about the ribcage. It looks awesome but once I tried it on I couldn't believe how uncomfortable it is. Thanks for the video!
I personally love the ribcage ones and they're confortable for me but I have a different body shape than hers. Just go and try out every style of jeans and see what works best for you. But i do have to agree, the 501s are very confy and flattering in every body shape so if you're not certain just go for those! They never fail!
I'm so glad I found your channel. It's hard to find someone with the same height and leg build. And I live in Vancouver so it's nice to see you try on clothes from stores I love shopping from!
I think the Wedgie look the best on you!! I've never tried on the Ribcage but for the 501's, I find they lose their shape, making it not so flattering after a while!! But the wedgie hold up very nicely and if they loosen up, they conform to your body nicely!!! Also, you should try the Wedgie Icon!! It's a more tapered look while still being relaxed!
Thank you!! Now that you mention that I am noticing the 501s are loosening quite a bit - I haven’t washed them in a while though either, hopefully they don’t lose too much shape! That or I’ll have to grow my butt to fill them in haha. I haven’t worn the wedgies as much but good to hear they hold shape and conform nicely. Thanks for the suggestion, I’ll check those out! 💕
Just realized I do have the Wedgie Icon (called Wedgie Icon on Aritzia and Wedgie Fit on the Levi’s website, mucho confuse 🤨), and they are great! Took some time to break in (and still breaking them in) but I do like the relaxed tapered leg! 😊
@@mejulialee Haha the amount of similar yet different styles that Levi's offers does get confusing haha! I bet the Wedgie Icon look great on you! Definitely my favorite from Levi's!
I definitely agree with your point about comfort over style. As much as I love the look of the ribcage on me when I'm wearing it, its definitely not comfortable to wear all day. My go to Jeans for running errands is either my 501s or my wedgie jeans.
I think it depends on body type - specifically where your hipbones lie. I can fall asleep in a pair of ribcage (and embarrassingly that is no joke) - literally lounging in a pair now 😂 The corduroy pair in particular are the most comfortable jeans I have ever owned. But my hip bones are quite high so ultra high rise is the only type that I have found truly comfortable on me
the ribcage jeans are uncomfortable at first but since they are 99% cotton and 1% elastane, they’re a bit stretchy and the more you wear them the looser they get and fit your body more, which is why i recommend staying true to your size for most levi’s jeans.
Best video of this kind I have watched so far! Thanks for the details of all the measurements and side by side try-ons. They are so informative and I just purchased my first 501 original crop online in size 24. They are very comfortable and they totally have the straight leg look, I love it! My measurements are: waist 24-25 inches, hips 33 inches, thigh 17 inches. I usually wear 24 or 25 in Levi's so my tolerance for tightness is probably very small.. for Ribcage I was even thinking about size 26. Guess I will have to try them on because of their inconsistency in sizing. Thanks again for your video!
Thanks for review I have similar measurements to you but just taller. I just ordered the ribcage and I have the 501 original and skinnys and I love them.
I agree, I had 2 pairs of Wedgie's. The bigger pair did nothing for my petite figure, I sold them. The smaller pair, although they look nice, smush my booty and squeeze my thighs. I'm a skinny jean girl but the look is starting to bore me. I'm afraid to be to adventurous with expensive jeans and refuse to purchase cheap ones. Woe is me .
Omg your video is so cool and well structured, and I've been looking for a vid comparing these 3 hot favs of levis!! :) also just to share an opinion and to help other ladies here with sizing (no hate!!) I think you need to size up in both the wedgie and the ribcage if you wish to achieve the look on the models. Of course if you like the tighter look, you do you girl! The levis size guide is generally quite accurate and a waist 26" hips 36" places you exactly at size 26 (I have the same measurements and that's my size for the ribcage jeans) so you might want to give the ribcage jeans a go again in sz 26 cos in the right size they're actly rly comfortable!
Thank you 😊 and thanks for the second opinion! In terms of the Wedgie and my experience with other styles, I think the fit is still really dependent on the material composition and your body proportions! The Wedgie Straight in the video are 99% cotton and 1% elastane, I can pull the back and I have a bit of space - so a size up would have been too big on the waist. I also have a pair of Wedgie Icons that are 100% cotton and a size 24. The waist measurement is 26” and they’ve always had a gap in the back that makes the waist comfortable - very tight on bum and upper thigh when I first got them, but already starting to stretch to start to take shape of my body. I just returned a 25 in another 100% cotton Wedgie Straight (thinner material) which fit my thighs and bum, but had a gaping space in the back of my waist. I measured and it was a 30” waist!! I think with the Ribcage jeans I could try a 26 because the waist measurements are on the smaller end, but honestly I’ve never needed to size up to a 26 waist otherwise to get the right waist fit. For the Wedgie I know a 26 would for sure be too big on the waist and probably loose on the bum, and I also know that the jeans have a break in period and with wear, will shape and stretch about 1”-1.5” (see this article: www.google.com/amp/s/www.glamour.com/story/trend-alert-non-stretch-jeans/amp). My experience with Levi’s has been that the waist measurements of the same size are different, and different styles and materials also can fit quite differently on different body proportions! I know I can’t achieve model fit because the models are tall and thin and I’m short and muscular. And then there’s personal preference on fit as you mentioned! The real struggle is that no jeans are one-size-fits-all as there are so many different variables! This is why I say it’s tough to give sizing advice as everyone will have a different experience, and I think it’s best to try on/order a variety of sizes to see which fits best 🙂
@@mejulialee thank you dear for sharing your experiences in so much detail!! Wow I never knew that levis sizing for even the same style can vary so much, and ok I'm certainly wrong on the wedgies then!! In fact, if I ever get a pair of wedgies I think I'll size down based on what you've shared. 😊 you certainly look great in that pair of wedgies btw, I only commented you may need to size up because you mentioned it felt tight on your thighs.
Hi Julia. That true.. Different model, different fabric will be in different sizes.. Either 1 size up is the fabric is not stretch or 1 size down if its stretch as well.. If you will try to buy online u must have on both size up n Down as they r all in different sizes.. 😊
Your measurements proved that the sizing is inconsistentthoes wedges look great on you. I love them and feel like they are the only cut that flatters petite frames.
Great Video! The 501 definitely seems to be the fit for you! I'm trying my first pair of 501s soon... I normally go for the 510 or 511 (men fits) but I dig the button fly and I'm looking for a fit that's a bit less slim with still a fitted look. Thanks for such a detailed video! Sending Good Vibes 🙏
I'm a bit devastated. I just pulled out my levi's, I lost weight I can't even wear them. I have four pair 501 wedgie and ribcages and 501 skinny taper?? I can't even wear them... so sad they are freaking brand new. I guess I got to sell them.
Because the Ribcage line is so high waisted they usually sit at the smallest part of the waist (depending on body type) which is why you typically need to size down a size or two. Personally, as a slim pear shaped girl (and mom of 3 lol) the Ribcage are my favorite.
I've been wanting to try the ribcage jeans and the wedgie. I love levis, best jeans for my body. I always get them in 100% cotton though, as I like that they retain their structure better over time. Good video
Not only do the sizes vary between washes in the same style, they also stretch out sooooo much after they are "broken in". I have similar measurements as you and got a size 25 in the wedgie straight. They are SO stretched out now that I can fit my whole arm down my pants with growing COVID food baby.
This is so helpful! I have pretty much the same measurements as you so I'm sure it'll help with online shopping. I find it so frustrating when I check the size chart sometimes and size as a 2-4 but then fit one to two sizes smaller! Maybe just because I'm petite?
Yeah size charts are definitely just for reference, I always find clothes in the same size still feel and fit differently depending on the style/cut! I’m also petite and the thing that always gets me are sleeves that are too long! Having a good tailor always helps 🙂
Hi! I honestly loved how the ribcage look on you! Almost like a bootcut. Which is worrying me since I am 5'1 and I ordered inseam 29 since they were out of 27 and I got them for 50% off. I got them in the wash georgie, but I fell in love with the one you're using, but there are so many, which one is it? Thanks in advance. ;)
You may have to cut/hem the 29” depending on what look you’re going for and what shoes you’ll wear them with! The wash I’m wearing in the video is Tango Light 🙂
I have your exact measurements (height 5' 1", waist 26.5", and hips 36") and I just got a pair of ribcage straight leg Levis yesterday in a 26 and they fit perfectly in the waist, legs, and hips. Maybe it's a difference in torso lengths?
Goes to show how different jeans fit on different bodies - the ribcage are the most comfortable jeans I have ever owned. No joke. Finally a rise high enough that my poor hip bones aren’t squeezed… and I’m only 5’4 😂 bodies are weird. Jeans shopping is a nightmare until you find that old faithful ❤️
I’ve recently ordered Wedgies sizing up (w28 instead of w27), and they fit almost perfectly, a little bit lose on the waist. I hope they won’t be too boxy with time.
Thanks Kenny, yes they’re the Tango light! Agh thanks, I did really like the look of them but didn’t like the feeling of my body being severed in half 😅
So interesting since my waist is 24.5 inches and hips are 36.8 inches and the 24 ribcages fits nicely. I feel like ribcages are more flattering/fit better with people that have a smaller waist than hip area so a pear shape and hour glass. While the 501's and wedgie looks nicer and fits better on straight body types and I versed triangle body types
Hello, my waist is 24.4 inches(62 cm) and my hips are 35.4(90 cm). I bought size 24 ribcage straight ankle, but as Julia said, I suffer after wearing my ribcage all day. Do you live same thing?
@@justhuman4246 hi!! Did you keep the jeans? Did they became more comfortable? I also have 24.4-24.5 waist and don’t know if I should buy size 24 or 25
So glad I found you. I’m also thin and petite and needed this! I have 33” hips, 23.5” waist and 30” bust so being thin and narrow I find myself in the kid’s section often, but being 5’3 (which is short) is tall for kids so rompers and pants in kids fit me size wise but are often 1-2” too short ugh. Levis 24” waist jeans usually fit, but the relaxed or those bf jeans are too big always sadly
Ah that's tough (although it sounds like you have a nice hourglass figure)! I actually recently remembered that my best fitting athletic pants are kids size haha. 5'3 isn't too short! Look for cropped styles of jeans/pants they usually work for me at 5'1 😊
The fit is similar since they are both straight leg styles, but as I mentioned the 501 Cropped do fit looser overall whereas the Wedgie Straight are a bit more fitted and you’ll only notice this with consistent wear. I’m sure whether you feel a difference or not will also depend on your body shape and size as well!
I loved the detailed info u talked about with the sizes u wore however u went through it very very fast I didn’t catch everything I had to stop the video and catch everything I said , thanks for the info though
Wedgies... Hands down!! The vintage wedgies were in style when I was in high school and they were fabulous!! I guess it does depend on your body type though
501s you go small and stretch them but the stretch versions come loose. Original Stretch to fit is the best looking in any cut. Just any jeans that cram in your junk look bad. They just look bad and it's a style that is a passing fad.
I definitely think the ribcage is best for someone very tall or with a long torso. I had a pair and had to get rid of them bc im short so they didnt actually look that flattering. I was all jean, no torso!
Thanks Nazrin 😊! The only 501s I have all have stretch to them and they do stretch out and loosen! My 501 Stretch Skinny jeans are a 25 and my 501 Original Cropped are a 24 - both are 99% cotton and 1% elastane, and both have stretched. Even though they are different waist sizes they fit and feel the same (same rise)... so unfortunately another inconsistency with Levi’s sizing. Good luck!
Hi I wanted to ask because I really want to buy their ribcage jeans (I’m from Europe so it’s harder to get them here) but I have kinda curvy body shape. My measurements are: 25’5 inches (65 cm) waist, 39’3 inches (100 cm) hips, around 22 inches (56 cm) thighs so idk what size shall I choose. I don’t want them to be super thigh in my thighs and butt.Can anyone pls help me?
I bought a pair of black rib cage shorts size 30 and oh my God I couldn’t even close the button and I am a petite girl I don’t know I guess they want you to size to size up or something? It sucks because I really love the high waist
Thanks for this video. I own 2 501s and they’re the best. I tried the wedgie but they really gave me a wedgie so i returned them! I now plan to try them at the shops before buying
I just bought the Levi's Ribcage straight leg, coz in another video of someone else they said for my bodytype a highrise would look best on me, and well the ribcage is about as high waisted as you can go. I was so enthousiastic to try them on after watching a ton of videos about it, but was dissapointed in the end. It makes my butt (that I really do have)look long and flat like a pancake. Not only that, even though it's a straight leg, it felt more like a wide leg (even though I do have thighs). Very dissapointing, but lucky I bought it in sale 😔
awesome and useful vid! I'm thrifting as we speak, and flipping thru lots of these vids and omg, you're the closest to my measurements, esp the waist, which I find is rare to find --yay, instant subscribe! I'm 5'3, but that's basically the same lol, still smack in 'petiteland', but like you, I'm thin/fit, but don't have the tiniest waist, I'm more 'straight/boyish/'athletic' build. ppl often expects me to have like some 22-24 inch actual waist (and lots of other clothes/dresses, skirts, etc, so frustrting when they fit everywhere else), but nope, it's exactly yours, 26-27! we just make it look smaller/ more hourglassy 'in' thanks to fit and accentuating the butt, etc.which you do super well btw..you look like you have a tiny 22" waist in all 3 of these! :)
Excelente video...fiquei com uma boa visão das calças, era para comprar estas calças, assim vou optar pelas 501...obrigada por estes videos, i am from Portugal...
I think the ribcage make a very good butt shape, I decided personally to get a very big wrangler like 5 sizes up and bring them to the tailor. I love the levis slim fit with extra tummy room but I opt for loose fit around the hips and thighs, I really looked around a lot for a levis fit but on the german website they have no normal 501 which I remember to be roomy. All they have are these tight trousers with more thinner fabric and a lot of stretch, so I step down from the levis train and leave my butt alone!
I definitely think the 501's have the best construction. One thing I'm very picky about is the how the button fly lays and when I had a pair of wedgies, the fly would weirdly get misshapen and not stay flat after standing up. I will also say that the ribcage also has a weird construction of the fly area, because it's just so long and so it can lay funny.
***SIZING UPDATE***
Ordered a Size 25 in the Ribcage in the Lose Your Marbles Light Wash and they are comfortable (keeping them)! Definitely don't feel as tight as the Tango Light Wash which I'm wearing in this video. In the video I'm wearing a 24, but I did order a 25 in the Tango Light Wash as well and it was still much tighter in the waist than the 25 in the Lose Your Marbles Light Wash.
Just more evidence that Levi's sizing is a huge pain and inconsistent, even within the same STYLE in different WASHES. Always order more than 1 size for any purchase to get the right fit. Good luck!
If you order more than one size, then you have to pay return shipping, which I don't like. Wish I could find all the styles in a store. Then just take different sizes into the dressing room. That doesn't happen these days. Was going to go to a Levis store but discovered they didn't have ANY of the styles I wanted to try in stock. Supply chain issues? They've discontinued my tried and true style that I've worn for years.
I love how you did the side by side comparison and gave the actual measurements of the jeans. Thank you!
Happy it helped! 😊
Yes! So good to see a logical approach to sizing.
YES ALSO
Loved that you included all the measurement too! I've always hated how inconsistent their sizing is, definitely makes me more hesitant to order online. I love my 501s but the wedgies look soooo good on you
Yeah it's such a pain, but honestly I found the same inconsistency with AGOLDE and their different styles as well. Really?? I think they are meh and actually want to sell them haha but thank youuu
I love the 501 slim, my new favorite. The ribcage looks unbelievably good on you!
Nice video!
Agreed. The wedgies do flatter her
@@mejulialee a year later here, so still have them and wanna sell them? if so, I'm in the market for some used jeans. if ur on posh/merc lemme know either way, cuz it's so great that we're so similar sized.
Unfortunately I've already sold all the ones I didn't want! But I am on Poshmark as mejulialee and will be listing more clothes in the next few months 🙂
Girl we need your workout routine! That body is poppin
Lol thank you!! I’ve been holding onto what’s left from a handful of years of wrestling and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 😅, but maybe I’ll put together a video on some workouts I’ve tried/like recently!
This was so helpful, especially because it takes comfort into consideration. For what it's worth, I think that the 501s are actually the most flattering on you, and that they look terrific! Thanks for the review!!
Aw thanks so much Margaret! And so glad it was helpful 😊
Yeah, but who is so sensitive they feel actual discomfort from a pair of high rise jeans? If they are digging in then they are simply too small.
Comfort is subjective depending on your body type too. I have high hip bones and the Levi’s ribcage are ridiculously comfy compared to anything that’s not ultra high rise
Omg yessss a short girl reviewing jeans. Thank you!!
Hi! I've worked for Levi's for about 2 years. You're video was so accurate and thats exactly what I explain to customers. My favorite fit is the ribcage even though you said you didn't like it lol (the color georgie is so popular and the best one hehe). Also sizing is so inconsistent. But recently most jeans I'm purchasing are all my true size. But the jeans stretch out a LOT. So i like to buy mine snug and over time they stretch. Another newer one not mentioned is the High loose thats super high rise and super roomy in the legs and its the perfect 90's look (-:
I agree with everything you said in this post :)
I feel like the right ones (the ribcage?) look very noticeably more flattering
With all Levi's I find the best fit sizing up and then taking to a tailor to get the waist taken in. As an hourglass shape this works for me, maybe not for everyone.
My husband wears a 36 inch inseam and has actually called customer service about the sizing issue. He was told they have up to an inch variance that are acceptable for their QA process. His mother worked for wrangler/lee for years and they have a much smaller variance. So he always measures before buying because he needs that full 36 inch inseam.
Finally somebody telling the truth about the ribcage. It looks awesome but once I tried it on I couldn't believe how uncomfortable it is. Thanks for the video!
you are quite literally the best on yt to review jeans !
Aw thank you you’re too kind 🙏 💕
I personally love the ribcage ones and they're confortable for me but I have a different body shape than hers. Just go and try out every style of jeans and see what works best for you. But i do have to agree, the 501s are very confy and flattering in every body shape so if you're not certain just go for those! They never fail!
Exactly.
I'm so glad I found your channel. It's hard to find someone with the same height and leg build. And I live in Vancouver so it's nice to see you try on clothes from stores I love shopping from!
Awesome, happy to hear Tracy! I've seen a few comments like this so will try to do some petite-specific videos in the future 😊
Along with the style of jeans, I find that different washes can have size variations.
This is SO HELPFUL!!!! My measurements are similar to yours (height and all) and it's tough to find jeans that fit. Happy to have found your page!
I think the Wedgie look the best on you!! I've never tried on the Ribcage but for the 501's, I find they lose their shape, making it not so flattering after a while!! But the wedgie hold up very nicely and if they loosen up, they conform to your body nicely!!!
Also, you should try the Wedgie Icon!! It's a more tapered look while still being relaxed!
Thank you!! Now that you mention that I am noticing the 501s are loosening quite a bit - I haven’t washed them in a while though either, hopefully they don’t lose too much shape! That or I’ll have to grow my butt to fill them in haha. I haven’t worn the wedgies as much but good to hear they hold shape and conform nicely. Thanks for the suggestion, I’ll check those out! 💕
Just realized I do have the Wedgie Icon (called Wedgie Icon on Aritzia and Wedgie Fit on the Levi’s website, mucho confuse 🤨), and they are great! Took some time to break in (and still breaking them in) but I do like the relaxed tapered leg! 😊
@@mejulialee Haha the amount of similar yet different styles that Levi's offers does get confusing haha! I bet the Wedgie Icon look great on you! Definitely my favorite from Levi's!
I definitely agree with your point about comfort over style. As much as I love the look of the ribcage on me when I'm wearing it, its definitely not comfortable to wear all day. My go to Jeans for running errands is either my 501s or my wedgie jeans.
I think it depends on body type - specifically where your hipbones lie. I can fall asleep in a pair of ribcage (and embarrassingly that is no joke) - literally lounging in a pair now 😂 The corduroy pair in particular are the most comfortable jeans I have ever owned. But my hip bones are quite high so ultra high rise is the only type that I have found truly comfortable on me
the ribcage jeans are uncomfortable at first but since they are 99% cotton and 1% elastane, they’re a bit stretchy and the more you wear them the looser they get and fit your body more, which is why i recommend staying true to your size for most levi’s jeans.
Best video of this kind I have watched so far! Thanks for the details of all the measurements and side by side try-ons. They are so informative and I just purchased my first 501 original crop online in size 24. They are very comfortable and they totally have the straight leg look, I love it!
My measurements are: waist 24-25 inches, hips 33 inches, thigh 17 inches. I usually wear 24 or 25 in Levi's so my tolerance for tightness is probably very small.. for Ribcage I was even thinking about size 26. Guess I will have to try them on because of their inconsistency in sizing.
Thanks again for your video!
Awesome! So glad it was helpful ☺️
The 501 looks the best on you, great comparison video. I 100% agree with you that the sizing differs based on your body type--trial and error ;)
This is the best review for Levi’s jeans, thank you 🙏
Thanks for review I have similar measurements to you but just taller. I just ordered the ribcage and I have the 501 original and skinnys and I love them.
I agree, I had 2 pairs of Wedgie's. The bigger pair did nothing for my petite figure, I sold them. The smaller pair, although they look nice, smush my booty and squeeze my thighs. I'm a skinny jean girl but the look is starting to bore me. I'm afraid to be to adventurous with expensive jeans and refuse to purchase cheap ones. Woe is me .
Levis has a 60-Day return and free exchange for size in the US.
Omg your video is so cool and well structured, and I've been looking for a vid comparing these 3 hot favs of levis!! :) also just to share an opinion and to help other ladies here with sizing (no hate!!) I think you need to size up in both the wedgie and the ribcage if you wish to achieve the look on the models. Of course if you like the tighter look, you do you girl! The levis size guide is generally quite accurate and a waist 26" hips 36" places you exactly at size 26 (I have the same measurements and that's my size for the ribcage jeans) so you might want to give the ribcage jeans a go again in sz 26 cos in the right size they're actly rly comfortable!
Thank you 😊 and thanks for the second opinion! In terms of the Wedgie and my experience with other styles, I think the fit is still really dependent on the material composition and your body proportions! The Wedgie Straight in the video are 99% cotton and 1% elastane, I can pull the back and I have a bit of space - so a size up would have been too big on the waist. I also have a pair of Wedgie Icons that are 100% cotton and a size 24. The waist measurement is 26” and they’ve always had a gap in the back that makes the waist comfortable - very tight on bum and upper thigh when I first got them, but already starting to stretch to start to take shape of my body. I just returned a 25 in another 100% cotton Wedgie Straight (thinner material) which fit my thighs and bum, but had a gaping space in the back of my waist. I measured and it was a 30” waist!! I think with the Ribcage jeans I could try a 26 because the waist measurements are on the smaller end, but honestly I’ve never needed to size up to a 26 waist otherwise to get the right waist fit. For the Wedgie I know a 26 would for sure be too big on the waist and probably loose on the bum, and I also know that the jeans have a break in period and with wear, will shape and stretch about 1”-1.5” (see this article: www.google.com/amp/s/www.glamour.com/story/trend-alert-non-stretch-jeans/amp). My experience with Levi’s has been that the waist measurements of the same size are different, and different styles and materials also can fit quite differently on different body proportions! I know I can’t achieve model fit because the models are tall and thin and I’m short and muscular. And then there’s personal preference on fit as you mentioned! The real struggle is that no jeans are one-size-fits-all as there are so many different variables! This is why I say it’s tough to give sizing advice as everyone will have a different experience, and I think it’s best to try on/order a variety of sizes to see which fits best 🙂
@@mejulialee thank you dear for sharing your experiences in so much detail!! Wow I never knew that levis sizing for even the same style can vary so much, and ok I'm certainly wrong on the wedgies then!! In fact, if I ever get a pair of wedgies I think I'll size down based on what you've shared. 😊 you certainly look great in that pair of wedgies btw, I only commented you may need to size up because you mentioned it felt tight on your thighs.
Great video!! I'm getting the 501 very soon. I got the ribecage in 3 different shades and I love them
Hi Julia. That true.. Different model, different fabric will be in different sizes.. Either 1 size up is the fabric is not stretch or 1 size down if its stretch as well.. If you will try to buy online u must have on both size up n Down as they r all in different sizes.. 😊
Your measurements proved that the sizing is inconsistentthoes wedges look great on you. I love them and feel like they are the only cut that flatters petite frames.
Great Video! The 501 definitely seems to be the fit for you! I'm trying my first pair of 501s soon... I normally go for the 510 or 511 (men fits) but I dig the button fly and I'm looking for a fit that's a bit less slim with still a fitted look. Thanks for such a detailed video! Sending Good Vibes 🙏
Thanks so much for the kind message Ken! I also prefer the button fly, feels more classic. I hope the 501s work out for you! 💕
@@mejulialee you're welcome & thank youuuu! 💙
Thank you Julia, this has been immensely helpful.
Awesome I am so glad!!
Thank you for the updated video of the Levi jeans!!! 🙏🙏🙏Love love love💗💗💗
Thanks Wendy!! Glad you enjoyed 😊 💕
I'm a bit devastated. I just pulled out my levi's, I lost weight I can't even wear them. I have four pair 501 wedgie and ribcages and 501 skinny taper?? I can't even wear them... so sad they are freaking brand new. I guess I got to sell them.
Because the Ribcage line is so high waisted they usually sit at the smallest part of the waist (depending on body type) which is why you typically need to size down a size or two.
Personally, as a slim pear shaped girl (and mom of 3 lol) the Ribcage are my favorite.
I was in highschool in the mid 80's , the Levi's jeans that women were wearing then , were the best. JMO !
They all look great on you 👍👍
I miss the “student” sizes. I have to shop both older boys and men’s sections to get my 501s. It’s the only way to not have elastic in the fabric.
adam...so true...
You hands down make the best videos about Levis! Very concise, thanks so much for you effort 😊 hella appreciated
Thanks so much Marwa!! So glad it’s helpful ☺️
Thank you for this! So helpful and straight to the point.
Thanks Krista! So glad it helped.
Girl you are over here doing the Lord's work thank you so much 😭💜🙏
Lolll thank you Christina!! Glad you enjoyed 😊💕
They all looked really great on you!
I've been wanting to try the ribcage jeans and the wedgie. I love levis, best jeans for my body. I always get them in 100% cotton though, as I like that they retain their structure better over time. Good video
help! the ribcage straight ankles are now made with only 75% cotton?? they fit and feel so differently now. anyone else have this problem?
thank you for this video! not many people actually show all that you show and your video really helped me with ordering my size!!
So happy it helped you! 😊
Very helpful video! I think you look great in all the styles. I am leaning toward the 501 as my first Levi’s purchase. Thank you sharing 😊
Do you see a difference in the booty fit? Let me know which one is your favourite! 💕
I do!! The Wedgie is the most flattering on you, I also loved the color on your wedgie, which color is it? ❤️
@@DaniLittleJoy Thank you!! I'm not sure, sorry! I purchased them last year and didn't see this wash available online this year.
Very appreciative of this video. Saved me tons of money and time because we have the exact same waist and hip measurements
I was looking for a video exactly like this! This was so helpful!
Yay! So glad it was helpful ☺️
I work with different types of Levi's..since Target carries them.. it's interesting...just like everyone has different bodies and looks!
Not only do the sizes vary between washes in the same style, they also stretch out sooooo much after they are "broken in". I have similar measurements as you and got a size 25 in the wedgie straight. They are SO stretched out now that I can fit my whole arm down my pants with growing COVID food baby.
This is so helpful! I have pretty much the same measurements as you so I'm sure it'll help with online shopping. I find it so frustrating when I check the size chart sometimes and size as a 2-4 but then fit one to two sizes smaller! Maybe just because I'm petite?
Yeah size charts are definitely just for reference, I always find clothes in the same size still feel and fit differently depending on the style/cut! I’m also petite and the thing that always gets me are sleeves that are too long! Having a good tailor always helps 🙂
Hi! I honestly loved how the ribcage look on you! Almost like a bootcut. Which is worrying me since I am 5'1 and I ordered inseam 29 since they were out of 27 and I got them for 50% off. I got them in the wash georgie, but I fell in love with the one you're using, but there are so many, which one is it? Thanks in advance. ;)
You may have to cut/hem the 29” depending on what look you’re going for and what shoes you’ll wear them with! The wash I’m wearing in the video is Tango Light 🙂
I love the wedgie shorts but they are too short . Any idea if I bought wedgie straight jeans and cut off, if they would have the same flattering fit?
amazing review ty!! also love your capsule wardrobe journey 👏🏽
Thanks so much Janessa 😊💓
this was SO helpful! THANK YOU!
So happy it’s helpful!! 😊
I have your exact measurements (height 5' 1", waist 26.5", and hips 36") and I just got a pair of ribcage straight leg Levis yesterday in a 26 and they fit perfectly in the waist, legs, and hips. Maybe it's a difference in torso lengths?
I’m 5’10” and I don’t find the rib cage high enough 🤣
Goes to show how different jeans fit on different bodies - the ribcage are the most comfortable jeans I have ever owned. No joke. Finally a rise high enough that my poor hip bones aren’t squeezed… and I’m only 5’4 😂 bodies are weird. Jeans shopping is a nightmare until you find that old faithful ❤️
I gotta say I love the ribcage as well. Very flattering on my 5' small frame
I’ve recently ordered Wedgies sizing up (w28 instead of w27), and they fit almost perfectly, a little bit lose on the waist. I hope they won’t be too boxy with time.
Do you have an update on how they turned out?
This is so helpful, we have very similar measurements, and the detailed information that you provided is very helpful! Thanks! Great video!
Thanks! Glad it was helpful 😊
Hey Julia, so very helpful video. What wash is that ribcage jeans, Tango light? Thanks. I think the ribcage makes your butt look nicer.
Thanks Kenny, yes they’re the Tango light! Agh thanks, I did really like the look of them but didn’t like the feeling of my body being severed in half 😅
@@mejulialee 😀 how did the size 25 fit? Is it looser/more comfortable for you? I still wish you kept them.. Just my opinion 😊
The 25 fit and would have been the size for me! Ribcage rise was still uncomfortable though 😖
So interesting since my waist is 24.5 inches and hips are 36.8 inches and the 24 ribcages fits nicely. I feel like ribcages are more flattering/fit better with people that have a smaller waist than hip area so a pear shape and hour glass. While the 501's and wedgie looks nicer and fits better on straight body types and I versed triangle body types
Yep I agree. I’m an hourglass and feel better in the ribcage and a bit more boxy in the 501s
Hello, my waist is 24.4 inches(62 cm) and my hips are 35.4(90 cm). I bought size 24 ribcage straight ankle, but as Julia said, I suffer after wearing my ribcage all day. Do you live same thing?
@@justhuman4246 hi!! Did you keep the jeans? Did they became more comfortable? I also have 24.4-24.5 waist and don’t know if I should buy size 24 or 25
Are the rib cage the straight ankles ones?Or the wellthread straight jeans
Straight ankle
I agree with you- Tue rib cage ones are extremely high on me- 5’2💖
Thank you for this video! I'm going with the 501s this time :)
So glad I found you. I’m also thin and petite and needed this! I have 33” hips, 23.5” waist and 30” bust so being thin and narrow I find myself in the kid’s section often, but being 5’3 (which is short) is tall for kids so rompers and pants in kids fit me size wise but are often 1-2” too short ugh. Levis 24” waist jeans usually fit, but the relaxed or those bf jeans are too big always sadly
Ah that's tough (although it sounds like you have a nice hourglass figure)! I actually recently remembered that my best fitting athletic pants are kids size haha. 5'3 isn't too short! Look for cropped styles of jeans/pants they usually work for me at 5'1 😊
This was such a helpful video! Thank you for the comparison ☺️
Thanks so much for providing those data and comparisons!!! This is so helpful.
very thorough and helpful. Probably the only video that helped me.
Thanks Roselyn, happy it helped you!
You are amazing BLESS AND THANK YOU so much for this review. So helpful!!
So happy it helped!! 😊
For the wedgie fit would you recommend getting your regular size or a size bigger?
I want the ribcage ones but the link that you’ve put in the description box doesn’t work🥺 can you put a new link in??
I wonder if the ribcage would fit better bigger
Which one is which that ur talking about in the 3 screen
I still dont feel the difference between 501 crop & wedgie straight in terms of fit. Do you think they are quite similar?
The fit is similar since they are both straight leg styles, but as I mentioned the 501 Cropped do fit looser overall whereas the Wedgie Straight are a bit more fitted and you’ll only notice this with consistent wear. I’m sure whether you feel a difference or not will also depend on your body shape and size as well!
I loved the detailed info u talked about with the sizes u wore however u went through it very very fast I didn’t catch everything I had to stop the video and catch everything I said , thanks for the info though
Wedgies... Hands down!! The vintage wedgies were in style when I was in high school and they were fabulous!! I guess it does depend on your body type though
501s you go small and stretch them but the stretch versions come loose. Original Stretch to fit is the best looking in any cut. Just any jeans that cram in your junk look bad. They just look bad and it's a style that is a passing fad.
The black ones nicer on you, what is the black one?
I definitely think the ribcage is best for someone very tall or with a long torso. I had a pair and had to get rid of them bc im short so they didnt actually look that flattering. I was all jean, no torso!
Thank you so much for this😩 We’re about the same size and height and I always have to exchange my levis when I order a pair
I love levis but I range anything from a 23-25 normally even some 27 size jeans fit me that I’ve gotten from the thrift store
First of all, thank you so much for making this super helpful and detailed video!
Thanks Nazrin 😊! The only 501s I have all have stretch to them and they do stretch out and loosen! My 501 Stretch Skinny jeans are a 25 and my 501 Original Cropped are a 24 - both are 99% cotton and 1% elastane, and both have stretched. Even though they are different waist sizes they fit and feel the same (same rise)... so unfortunately another inconsistency with Levi’s sizing. Good luck!
What is the wash of your ribcage ankle jeans?
Awhhh this video is great! Big fat sub ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Thanks Alex! 💕
Hi how tall r u? Do u think , this jeans wont have a problem for short people? Like 5’2 ? I had probs for some us jeans
I wear ribcage from Levis all the time. I have even fallen asleep on the couch in them. Never once have they dug into my stomach so that I noticed.
Hi I wanted to ask because I really want to buy their ribcage jeans (I’m from Europe so it’s harder to get them here) but I have kinda curvy body shape. My measurements are: 25’5 inches (65 cm) waist, 39’3 inches (100 cm) hips, around 22 inches (56 cm) thighs so idk what size shall I choose. I don’t want them to be super thigh in my thighs and butt.Can anyone pls help me?
this is a very, VERY well done video. Thank you so so much!!!
I bought a pair of black rib cage shorts size 30 and oh my God I couldn’t even close the button and I am a petite girl I don’t know I guess they want you to size to size up or something? It sucks because I really love the high waist
The 501 looks amazing on you!!!
Thanks for this video. I own 2 501s and they’re the best. I tried the wedgie but they really gave me a wedgie so i returned them! I now plan to try them at the shops before buying
I hate having small 26 inch legs,,are there any for me?
I just bought the Levi's Ribcage straight leg, coz in another video of someone else they said for my bodytype a highrise would look best on me, and well the ribcage is about as high waisted as you can go. I was so enthousiastic to try them on after watching a ton of videos about it, but was dissapointed in the end. It makes my butt (that I really do have)look long and flat like a pancake. Not only that, even though it's a straight leg, it felt more like a wide leg (even though I do have thighs). Very dissapointing, but lucky I bought it in sale 😔
Hi Julia, this was really helpful. Do you know what wash you got the ribcage jeans in? Thanks!
Glad to hear! The wash is Tango Light
Thank you for this lovely video
Ooo good tip for next time, thanks!
awesome and useful vid! I'm thrifting as we speak, and flipping thru lots of these vids and omg, you're the closest to my measurements, esp the waist, which I find is rare to find --yay, instant subscribe! I'm 5'3, but that's basically the same lol, still smack in 'petiteland', but like you, I'm thin/fit, but don't have the tiniest waist, I'm more 'straight/boyish/'athletic' build. ppl often expects me to have like some 22-24 inch actual waist (and lots of other clothes/dresses, skirts, etc, so frustrting when they fit everywhere else), but nope, it's exactly yours, 26-27! we just make it look smaller/ more hourglassy 'in' thanks to fit and accentuating the butt, etc.which you do super well btw..you look like you have a tiny 22" waist in all 3 of these! :)
Thanks Goldie, I'm happy it was helpful!! I totally feel you on how hard it is to find well fitting dresses 🥲
Excelente video...fiquei com uma boa visão das calças, era para comprar estas calças, assim vou optar pelas 501...obrigada por estes videos, i am from Portugal...
I think the ribcage make a very good butt shape, I decided personally to get a very big wrangler like 5 sizes up and bring them to the tailor. I love the levis slim fit with extra tummy room but I opt for loose fit around the hips and thighs, I really looked around a lot for a levis fit but on the german website they have no normal 501 which I remember to be roomy. All they have are these tight trousers with more thinner fabric and a lot of stretch, so I step down from the levis train and leave my butt alone!
I ve ordered crop 501 short leg yesss,from a store debenhams in uk for half price £47 😁
Thank you for this helpful video!
I definitely think the 501's have the best construction. One thing I'm very picky about is the how the button fly lays and when I had a pair of wedgies, the fly would weirdly get misshapen and not stay flat after standing up. I will also say that the ribcage also has a weird construction of the fly area, because it's just so long and so it can lay funny.
Awesome review