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Wearing a pair of Levi’s jeans can feel both awesome and comfortable. There’s hardly anything else like a quality denim product secured around your legs.
Yet, is that a hole you see? Or maybe a tear in the back pocket? What gives? Aren’t Levi’s jeans supposed to be notoriously durable? Even though the jeans may look the same as they did several decades ago, the fabrics and construction are different.
Read on, so we can look into why that is, and how you can prevent a ripped pair of Levi’s jeans.
Why do my Levi jeans keep ripping?
The issue might lie in the sewing process.
If you’re becoming increasingly confused as to why your pairs of Levi jeans develop constant holes and tears, you’re not alone.
Based on multiple customer reviews, the reasoning might stem from where the jeans are produced these days. In the past, most Levi’s jeans (if not all) were produced in the US.
Now, in an increasingly globalized world, many production facilities have been moved into other countries such as Mexico.
Even though supposedly cheaper to do so, moving jeans production to other countries can come with some negative side effects, such as using lower quality materials and employing vastly different sewing methods.
This may not be the case with every Levi’s pair you’ll find, but the scenario’s becoming more and more common.
What should I do if my Levi jeans keep ripping?
If you act soon enough, you can send the defective jeans back and have them replaced.
If you act within 60 days of purchasing them from either the Levi’s website or a Levi’s store, you can have your jeans either fully refunded or replaced.
By filling out a “Warranty Return Form” in detail, expect to see either your money back or a new pair of jeans in the near future.
Also, Levi’s has a lifetime warranty for any jeans in their brand name. This isn’t to say you can return a worn-out pair decades from now, but instead it refers to “the lifetime of the jeans.”
If you want to try this option out, send Levi’s an email or call their customer service line for warranty disputes.
How can I prevent my Levi jeans from ripping?
A strong way is to get the right fit in the first place.
When buying any new clothing, it’s important to know if it’ll fit your body comfortably.
As simple as this sounds, a crucial way to prevent future tears and holes is to visit the fitting room every time you’re shopping for something to wear.
Yet, finding a pair that both feels right and is durable for the long run is hard to do. Try reading this guide to get a general idea on what to look for and avoid when buying new jeans.
Employing simple techniques like the “pinch test” on the calves and thighs can get you closer to a pair that’s both reliable and feels good.
However, there are several other ways to help prevent a wardrobe malfunction. Some of these methods include:
- Applying denim patches to the crotch area and inner thighs
- Using Scotchguard or a similar product before wearing jeans
- Using a laundry detergent that’s specifically designed for denim materials
Whereas using any of the above prevention methods is a good idea, it’s also be a good idea to keep extra pairs of pants around just in case of an emergency.
Even though denim is durable, chances are that the longer you wear and expose it to all kinds of physical activity, the more likely a hole or tear will form.
Is it normal for Levi jeans to keep ripping?
Customer reviews seem to think so.
As mentioned before, ever since Levi’s moved production offshores, the quality of their jeans seems to have suffered as a result. Where they’re produced can mean the difference between a pair that lasts for decades on end to only a few months.
One review even had the unfortunate encounter of a cashier telling him that Levi jean rips are common! Fortunately, though, other denim brand names like “Agave” exist in the case that Levi’s doesn’t pick up their act.
Final Thoughts
It can be frustrating, having a nice looking pair of Levi’s tear up before your very eyes, but know that a few holes don’t mean the end for that pair (unless you want a replacement, that is).
Practice common wardrobe sense, wash your clothes on a regular basis, and swagger on in those Levi jeans.
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