Short answer is, sorry but no. You can find out more information on that topic HERE.

All states within the USA plus most international countries. You can find out all about that HERE.

Short answer is, no — to all the above. I really would love to able to do this for everyone, but sourcing one pair based on specific measurements is VERY time-consuming, and due to the fact that I currently run this business on my own, I am currently choosing to focusing my time/energy on sourcing and restocking the shop.

I previously offered this concierge service where I would personally source based off your measurements for a fee. This offering is on hold indefinitely due to the time constraints.

I also don’t offer these personalized fit recommendations based on measurements — in general, and/or based off previous purchases — because I’d hate to guide you towards a pair and have them not fit the way you’d hoped, especially when all sales are final.

I truly don’t intend on my restocks to be in a “drop”-like fashion. There is no set schedule for when I add new inventory to my shop each week. I do my best to try and add new inventory at least 3 days a week, which varies based on my schedule. I do try and give you a heads up through my instagram — what styles will be restocked and tentatively when.
My best advice is to turn on your notifications on both stories AND my grid posts. Also, once I have finished adding new pairs to the shop on any given day, I will (typically) immediately add them to my instagram grid — so that you can head over to the shop and check out what’s new. Available inventory changes often and quickly.

Nope, I am strictly an e-commerce shop at this time. My studio is in my home and I keep that boundary pretty tight. At this point in time, I am not doing pop-ups, but never say never…

Nope. We do basic machine repairs (button holes, thinning areas, holes that would affect your modesty), in order to get them functionally ready for the shop. We do not tailor to your measurements, take in the waists/hips, or shorten inseams. The fit guide helps you find your measurements so that you can shop for a pair that would best fit your body, without having to significantly alter the original shape — or more importantly, without affecting/disrupting that natural patina of the seams or integrity of the design that makes vintage denim so special!

Yes, of course! 98% of Vintage Levi’s that I sell were originally men’s jeans. If it doesn’t say “women’s” on the inside tag, you can almost always assume it was (originally) a men’s jean. One big exception: the 701. These are the OG women’s 501 that Levi’s started making in the 70s because women wanted in on the action. They later started making 501 specifically for women, and the tag inside will say “women”. The impeccable fit of vintage Levi’s was, is, and always will be gender-neutral (even if it says women’s).

Adding on to the above question, because most of the vintage denim I sell were originally men’s jeans, they will all have a higher rise due to that fact. (spelled out, they need more room in that region, resulting in a higher rise). On average based on measuring thousands of Levi’s, the rise will be around 11-11.5”. The smaller the waist, the lower the rise, but even a 13” flat lay waist will probably not have less than a 10” rise. And the bigger the waist, the higher the rise. ~in general~

Another question asked regularly that goes back to the fact that these were originally men’s jeans. It would take a small man to result in a small pair of vintage blues. These smaller sizer are definitely harder to source, and they tend to sell quickly.

Similar answer as above, it would take a shorter man to result in a shorter inseam. But don’t let the inseam be a deterrent. If a pair matches all your other measurements, length can always be adjusted — whether you have an experienced tailor use the original hem and shorten them, cut them to a raw hem, or roll them up or cuff them.

No. Even 1% of stretch in the material will make a world of difference. Even if they’re not tight once they’re on, your stretch jeans had to do a bit more work to get over your hips. Trust me. They won't translate as you hope and because all sales are final, I don’t want you crying over a pair of jeans sitting on your bed because they’re too small.

The only resolution to this is to find some. Whether you buy some from somewhere, measure and return. Or borrow some from a friend. Or maybe take a tape measure into a store/dressing room and try on and measure. At the end of the day, this method only works if you measure on a pair of jeans that fit you as you desire them to fit - that are 100% cotton. How you come to find the pair you measure on is up to you. I also don’t recommend measuring on jeans that do not fit you and trying to guesstimate how to adjust the measurements so that they’ll fit as you like them (unless you’re looking to find a baggy pair and you’re measuring on a pair that is fitted, in which case I have another FAQ on that - see below).

I do not source from customers (or potential customers). Many reasons, and thank you for understanding.

Good rule of thumb is start with your fitted flat lay waist measurement and add 3/4” to make it kinda baggy (but still somewhat shows your figure), or add 1.5” to make it a true baggy boyfriend fit to hang on your hips. You can also see this on the different sizes for 501, 505, and 517. Just know, adding inches to your waist measurement in return will mean the hips/bum will also be bigger. But the best way is to measure on a pair that fits you oversized as you desire. I also wrote an article on this, read it here.

The most common rule of thumb is 20 years. If something is 20 years old, it is considered vintage. Some folks that are really into vintage denim (Levi’s included) say 30 years. I stick to 24+ years because Levi’s stopped manufacturing in the USA in 2002, and I only carry USA Made Levi’s. And some incredible Levi’s were made in the 90s.
The main reason I sell specifically USA-Made Levi’s is so I know for sure that they’re vintage and because I truly believe that when they began (mass-)producing outside of the USA, the quality declined significantly.
You can age Levi’s by different characteristics of each pair, from the size/style tags inside, the leather patch (if it’s still there or legible), the general silhouette, and I won’t bore you with any more on that. I also wrote an article about this here.

Once your package is in the hands of USPS or UPS, they are literally out of my hands. If something is to happen to your package en route or after it is delivered, you’ll need to file a claim with the appropriate postal service. If you are wanting to add extra insurance to you package, please do so by messaging me immediately after purchasing so that I can add it before I package. Note: USPS Priority, which is my standard shipping option, carries $100 insurance, so if you want to be fully protected, let me know after purchasing.

Vintage Levi’s have been washed and dried MANY many times over the decades in their former life/lives. They are made to last. I very rarely wash my jeans — truly only if they’re dirty (gross? that’s subjective). Before I measure and photograph each pair, however, I do wash them on medium (using Molly Suds fragrance-free detergent) and dry on medium heat because I want them to be squeaky clean AND to shrink back up to their smallest potential size, as they do loosen up with wear — and mold to your body. If they stretch past the point of your personal preference, you can wash and dry to shrink them back up. As they get older (with lots of wear), they CAN get a bit more fragile, so if you are starting to see thinning spots and want to be more gentle with them, I recommend washing on delicate on cold and then line drying.

Vintage Levi’s are special because of the fades they have acquired over the decades, which cannot be manufactured. Major alterations can sometimes disrupt or take away prominent seams that show off that special patina. Therefore, I always encourage trying to find a pair that either fits — or almost fits — so that you don’t have to make major alterations that could take away from the intended design or decrease the fade integrity. That being said, there are many talented tailors in the country that are well versed in making alterations specifically to denim. They will know the best way to alter them so that they won’t lose the luster that lies in those faded seams. And often pairs fit everywhere except the length, which is an easy fix — using the original hem to shorten them. My good friend Jane Herman has taken the time and love to put together an exceptional list of denim fixers by state. You can find that here, and please be sure to thank her!

Boy, aren’t you a good tax payer!? Yes, as you can see there is no sales tax added to your purchase (unless you are in SC - where I am). This is not an error. You are responsible for reporting these taxes, per my CPA, since I do not have what is called NEXUS to report taxes to all 50 states - being such a small business and such.

As my dad likes to say, “At the gettin’ place.”

But seriously, while we’re on this topic, I get asked a lot how I find my jeans - and if I buy in bulk. Whereas many vintage sellers will buy in bulk, boxes of vintage jeans (or other pieces), not knowing exactly what each will look like. I select each pair that I sell piece by piece. Which means I buy many of them individually - one (or a few) at a time from vintage dealers. I’m not going into wholesalers and stocking up by the pound or buying sight unseen. This takes an extreme amount of time to source and curate the collection that I offer to you. I only select pairs that I would personally wear, that are examined for authenticity, are true USA made vintage, and have that extra something special. I love doing it, but a huge portion of this work (time) goes into the sourcing. Sharing my sources would be like telling you what’s in the special sauce.