Jeans from across the isle

[Jim]

I like to wear short shorts and have 3 pair of women's shorts that I've had for about 8 years or so. Two pair are a bit looser in the thigh than I'd like but not too bad. The other pair I bought at Wal Mart while shopping for other stuff. I happened to walk by the Jr. Miss section and see these shorts. I thought, 'Gotta try these on!' Size 4 with a 4.5" inseam, They fit perfect!
--Rick

I'm old enough that what is now called "short shorts" were just called "shorts." I never took a liking to the knee-length or longer ones -- I farm, so am outside much of the day, and don't like being hot. So all of my shorts that aren't cut-offs are probably ones marketed to women. I don't call them "women's shorts" as they are my shorts, and I am not a woman.

[skirtingtheissue]

I haven't worn men's jeans for at least 15 years, probably 20. I can readily find comfortable women's jeans, and it gives a certain sense of satisfaction to buy them from across the aisle. I would mention a few cautions: 1) you MUST try them on, because you can't buy by size; sizing is inconsistent among companies and over time. 2) if you discover you really like a certain pair, it might be hard to find another later because companies are always revising their lines. 3) pockets might be smaller than on men's jeans.

------Henry

[Bamaskirting]

I've never bought jeans from 'the other side of the aisle' but never say never. I like to wear short shorts and have 3 pair of women's shorts that I've had for about 8 years or so. Two pair are a bit looser in the thigh than I'd like but not too bad. The other pair I bought at Wal Mart while shopping for other stuff. I happened to walk by the Jr. Miss section and see these shorts. I thought, 'Gotta try these on!' Size 4 with a 4.5" inseam, They fit perfect! I had no problem being able to try them on. IIRC, Wal Mart only has one fitting area for both men and women.

--Rick

i like shorter shorts too. since i started wearing skirts, i decided to try a pair of GAP khaki shorts I found at Goodwill.Women shorts. They fit perfect. But they have alot of flare too them in the leg opening. but its cool. they are very nice to wear when i play disc golf

[skirtyscot]

I've gone off jeans in the past few years. Find them uncomfortable now. OK when standing up, but bad when sitting. Need to choose a moment when I think nobody is looking, to adjust myself.

So to all you gents who like women's jeans, a couple of questions.

As they are cut for women, don't you find them even tighter than men's? I get the "2% Lycra" bit, but even so, surely no room is no room.

Once your genitalia are firmly ensconced in their stretchy little home, aren't they a bit too prominent? Leaving too little to the imagination?

[Gordon]

They aren't THAT TIGHT!

[r.m.anderson]

I've gone off jeans in the past few years. Find them uncomfortable now. OK when standing up, but bad when sitting. Need to choose a moment when I think nobody is looking, to adjust myself.
So to all you gents who like women's jeans, a couple of questions.

As they are cut for women, don't you find them even tighter than men's? I get the "2% Lycra" bit, but even so, surely no room is no room.

Once your genitalia are firmly ensconced in their stretchy little home, aren't they a bit too prominent? Leaving too little to the imagination?

1) As they are cut for women, don't you find them even tighter than men's?
For the average bloke there is not much difference - it is in the PLUS sizes that there is noticeable differences.
Probably not that tight except in the thigh calf and ankle think along the lines of leggings (jeggings and tights).
The tightness is there due to the male form needing ease of movement of muscles and the differences in human anatomy.
2) I get the "2% Lycra" bit, but even so, surely no room is no room.
Women's jeans generally use a lighter weight material than men's canvas Levi's of the gold mining days (exaggeration).
That 2% Lycra - you get it - well it is easier to stretch it over an area void of plumbing.
But for the most part unless ordering jeans skin tight or one size smaller there will only be a small issue unless there is
factor of well endowment or excitement. The tailors/seamstress people refer to this application as EASE. Men's clothing
jeans factor that in manufacturing - with women's it is obviously not a factor and becomes less of an issue.
With a fly closing the EASE can be easily hidden within the folds of the zipper placket. Even better with a button placket.
3) Once your genitalia are firmly ensconced in their stretchy little home, aren't they a bit too prominent? Leaving too little to the imagination?
As noted above with a fly; the prominence becomes less noticeable. With the flat front (no fly) elastic pull on type of jeans
the crotch is going to definitely show something that is not normally expected. That is why kilt wearing is preferred to skirts;
the double apron masks what the single panel skirt can not. With the sizing of the every day jeans getting it too small helps
to a degree to hide the bump sort of like wearing compression pants and yes there will be some discomfort with all that
compression (pinching) things into tight places. With jeans a size or two too large there should be ample areas to keep
everything in check but then the other aspects of the jeans i.e. legs and crotch rise may become distorted and not to the
best viewing aka baggy pants.

So do you want that Speedo effect where everyone knows your anatomy or the plain Jane see if you can find Waldo somewhere !

AND then there is the perfect pair in the middle ground - fitting by trial and error for the Holy Grail of jean fitting !
One may have to consider getting Gloria Vanderbilt jeans to get that perfect sizing - yet some will find luck fitting into painted on
jeans by a Rodeo Drive women's fashion store !

The answer my fellow forum participant is search for that Holy Grail and then like skirting 101 get out there and wear the jeans
just like you did when you wore your first skirt kilt or whatever got you started down the yellow brick road !
Beware the pinching and overly ill fitting jeans exposing plumbers crack - careful on the white and pastel sheer colors revealing
the certain need for that supporting contract (underwear) with nature !

[Bamaskirting]

I've gone off jeans in the past few years. Find them uncomfortable now. OK when standing up, but bad when sitting. Need to choose a moment when I think nobody is looking, to adjust myself.

So to all you gents who like women's jeans, a couple of questions.

As they are cut for women, don't you find them even tighter than men's? I get the "2% Lycra" bit, but even so, surely no room is no room.

Once your genitalia are firmly ensconced in their stretchy little home, aren't they a bit too prominent? Leaving too little to the imagination?

the looseness of jeans is what I find most uncomfortable about them.

[Fred in Skirts]

I tried women's jeans a few years ago and did not like them anymore than men's jeans. I found the comfort of skirts and have completely switched. I now wear skirts every where and don't miss the jeans at all. I like my skirts to hit at or slightly below the knee. I also like a slight "A" line flare.

Fred

[skirtyscot]

the looseness of jeans is what I find most uncomfortable about them.

but each to his own!

I like the range of colours on offer in women's jeans. In some years, that is; a few years ago they had all the colours of the rainbow, but I haven't been keeping up with this year's fashions. I did buy some fairly bright green trousers in the M&S men's department 2 or 3 years ago, but in general women's are more likely to offer colour. If I thought they would fit and be comfortable, I might try women's, hence my questions. I was not trying to sound incredulous.

(Btw, those green trews are cut pretty narrow and are a bit unforgiving on the old meat and two veg. I would hesitate to go for anything less accommodating.)

[Sinned]

SS, I buy women's jeans for much those reasons - bright colours, soft fabrics and comfortable fit. Can't get the same in men's jeans.

[dillon]

Can't handle low rise pants of any sort unless theyre incredibly stretchy. Even men's low rise jeans are just too snug on my boys.

[Liino]

Jeans from across the Isle. I have been a fan of women's jeans for many years and even more so recently with the use of stretch materials. There are many good brands out there in stores. The fit I find for me is better than Men's brands. More room in the hips so the package is not as pronounced, I find mid rise the best fit, low rise is just to low, shows plummer' crack if one bends over. Fit in the legs in more of a tailored fit and not as baggy, most zipper is on same side so unisex. Skinny and cigarette fits are great heeled shoes too. You should try them on to find correct size and fit. Helps to be trim and be up to size 32-34 in US/Can size to find nice brands. I recently found a nice store and tried on about 12 pairs of Ladies jeans which gave a huge selection to choose from, the store owner was so helpful and pegged my size right away. That was so awesome. Ended with several pairs from her. Men's jeans I really do not care for any more, of course skirts are awesome too! If you have not tried them out, I do recommend you should you be suitably impressed with the fit.

[phathack]

I have not bought 'mens' jeans in years. I found one brand of plus sized jeans that I like, they have a lighter weight fabric that has 5% Lycra. Several woman have commented how well they fit. They are available in 13 different colors and two different cuts, Bootcut & Straight Leg. Over a couple of years I bought several different colors of each leg style. All were on sale sometimes with huge discounts the you add the discount code and they are dirt cheap compared to mens jeans.

I have found some skinny leg jeans at a different website that specializes in Tall sizes, that are OK but the cut is not quite right for me, they fit OK but not like my favorite jeans. So I only have a couple of these in extra long sizes for special occasion wear.

Cant find a pair of 'mens' jeans that are ever on sale for under $50 and they all fit me like giant baggy sacks.

[Caultron]

I have not bought 'mens' jeans in years. I found one brand of plus sized jeans that I like, they have a lighter weight fabric that has 5% Lycra. Several woman have commented how well they fit. They are available in 13 different colors and two different cuts, Bootcut & Straight Leg. Over a couple of years I bought several different colors of each leg style. All were on sale sometimes with huge discounts the you add the discount code and they are dirt cheap compared to mens jeans.

I have found some skinny leg jeans at a different website that specializes in Tall sizes, that are OK but the cut is not quite right for me, they fit OK but not like my favorite jeans. So I only have a couple of these in extra long sizes for special occasion wear.

Cant find a pair of 'mens' jeans that are ever on sale for under $50 and they all fit me like giant baggy sacks.

Can you give a Web address?

[crfriend]

To crib Charlie's signature, "If I want to dress like a woman, I'll wear blue jeans."

Sorry, Charlie.