ANDE WHALL DENIM CO. SIZES ARE 100% TRUE TO SIZE
Sizes are 100% true to size in a raw state as listed on the size charts. AW sizes may seem to "run small" compared to other brands that often run 1" or 2" bigger than tagged size. AW jeans are not vanity sized or cut oversized in order to shrink down to tagged size.
MEASURING TIPS
DISREGARD THE TAG SIZES ON YOUR OTHER JEANS. FIND YOUR TRUE WAIST SIZE AND GO FROM THERE. 95% OF SIZE RETURNS ARE EXCHANGED FOR A LARGER SIZE! CHECK CAREFULLY TO AVOID TIME CONSUMING SIZE RETURNS.
METHOD #1: Flat measure some of your current jeans that fit snug in the waist, a freshly washed pair is good. Disregard the listed tag size. Be sure to square up the top of the waistband and firmly pull out the sides to its maximum width. Measure across the top of the waistband and double this measurement.
METHOD #2: Using a tape measure. Measure around your waist approx 2" down from the navel. Pull the tape as tight as possible.
RECOMMENDATIONS: SANFORIZED DENIM
RECOMMENDED:
Buy your true waist size. Should be snug when brand new with the top button done up. Stretching will add comfort.
SHRINKAGE:
Sanforized denim. Less than 3-5% shrinkage. Inseam: Approx .5"-1". Waist: Approx 0"-.5"
STRETCHING:
Waist stretching: Approx 1"-1.5". For 6 month plus non washers, this is minimal stretching and allows comfort to the snug first fit. The "top button undone for the first week or so" fit is not recommended.
SOAKING:
A hot bath tub soak before wearing is optional for the sanforized model. Minimal shrinkage will occur.
