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Browse all DL1961 jeans →Kurt Loose Straight Jeans | Ellum
The verdict
Fit
Loose cut through hip and thigh with straight leg opening. Runs true to size; expected roomy, comfortable silhouette.
Quality
DL1961's original '61 is their flagship durable blend. Loose-straight is a proven, reliable silhouette.
Is the price fair?
USD 163 discounted from full price sits in mid-tier for men's jeans. Fair for the heritage blend.
Best for
Men who prefer relaxed fit without taper, for everyday and casual weekend wear.
Care
Wash cold inside-out; expect a small amount of shrinkage on first wash.
What owners report about DL1961 jeans
Owners report the line's defining trait is its stretch fabric: reviewers say the jeans are very comfortable, do not bag out, and return to shape after washing — one long-term wearer said hers fit like new after every wash. Aggregated customer feedback is more mixed on sizing, splitting between snug and too big depending on style. Customer reviews on Trustpilot include a minority reporting early failures — fabric splitting and belt loops ripping within a few months — so durability reports are not uniform.
- Strengths
- Reviewers consistently praise the stretch fabric's comfort and shape retention — it stretches with the body without bagging out or losing shape between washes.
- Watch out for
- A minority of customer reviews report premature failures — fabric splits and ripped belt loops within months — and sizing feedback is inconsistent across styles.
- Sizing
- Mixed: one denim reviewer found them running slightly big and quite snug at the same waist size, while aggregated customer feedback splits between snug and too large — check the per-style fit notes before ordering.
About DL1961's jeans line as a whole. Sources: DL1961 Margaux Instasculpt Ankle Skinny Jeans Review — The Jeans Blog · DL1961 Jeans Review — Luci's Morsels · DL1961 Jeans Review — Honest Brand Reviews · DL1961 Premium Denim Reviews — Trustpilot
