Do washed jeans (i.e. non-raw) need breaking in?

We all know that raw jeans need breaking in but is this also the case for washed jeans? I just got some mid-blue weekday jeans that fit pretty well except the crotch is a bit uncomfortable, should I expect this to loosen up significantly? ty x
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tunšŸŒ»
tunšŸŒ»ā€¢3mo ago
I'd say not really, no. They're more likely to just blow out
awburkey
awburkeyā€¢3mo ago
Denim as a fabric will stretch a bit as you wear it so it will break in a bit but not usually in the crotch
tunšŸŒ»
tunšŸŒ»ā€¢3mo ago
Yeah I'd either try a size up or just try a different brand/cut
DeafIdiotGod
DeafIdiotGodā€¢3mo ago
Ok might try just wearing them around the house during the returns window but yeah might have to try another brand. This jeans hunt is sending me kind of insane. I just want something with a high enough rise that I can tuck in without my torso looking long lmao.
zacheadams
zacheadamsā€¢3mo ago
any article of clothing can be broken in (but not necessarily must be), only the reverse is consistently true (that raws must be broken in) wearing prewashed jeans for a long time will make them softer and more plied to your frame
DeafIdiotGod
DeafIdiotGodā€¢3mo ago
Bit slim for me, nudie Tuff Tony is about the width I'm going for. Those fit pretty well but I'm looking out for cheaper options because it's just a pair of jeans and I feel like there must be something out there below Ā£100
WieDelphine
WieDelphineā€¢3mo ago
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Men's Chore Jean - Indigo
Care InstructionsIt is normal for this product to exhibit a small amount of shrinkage after the first couple of washes, typically between 1% and 4%. To minimise shrinkage, we suggest that you wash this garment on a gentle wash at no higher than 30 degrees , and do not tumble dry. Fabric51% Recycled Cotton 41% Cotton 8%
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DeafIdiotGod
DeafIdiotGodā€¢3mo ago
Looking for a wider hem (>22cm) and more of a washed mid-blue, thanks though šŸ‘