Do you have a pair of dark wash denim that isn’t quite as dark as it used to be? Well Ministry of Supply’s Chroma Denim jeans are made to never fade.
Not only that, MoS’s Chroma Denim Pant is designed with resilient smart stretch that balances flex and structure with its unique fabric blend. But how do the jeans really wear?
This article covers how the Chroma Denim Pant feels, how it fits, what I like, and wraps things up with similar pants I recommend.
Let’s get started.
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Ministry of Supply Chroma Denim Pant Review
A few great pairs of jeans should be a style stalwart in every man’s wardrobe. Trusty denim pants are meant to get us through the days casually cool and comfortably. Ministry of Supply’s Chroma Denim Pant is out to do just that.
The indigo wash has a traditional rich, dark color that you’d expect from a pair of indigo wash jeans. They use an innovative reaction dye that uses 1/2 the water of traditional dyeing methods to create vibrant tones meant to last through countless washes.
How Do The Jeans Feel?
The Chroma Denim Pant has a pretty standard 2% elastane stretch that feels comfortable on the first wear. And while there’s adequate stretch, the fabric has plenty of give and always retains its shape after wearing for long periods of time. Just for fun I wore them for several days straight and the jeans never got stretched out of shape.
The jean fabric is mid-weight, about equal to some of my favorite jeans from American Eagle, Levi’s and Everlane. They’re not quite as dense as a pair of Mott & Bow or Unbranded UB201 jeans though.
On the plus side, these jeans are not only stretchy through the thighs and legs, but there’s ample stretch in the waist area which is always a bonus. Your movements won’t be hindered wearing the Chroma Denim Pants.
Also notice the jean’s stitching, it’s subtle and blends in with the indigo wash as opposed to a contrasting golden stitch that you see on many other popular jeans styles. It’s neither good nor bad, but a detail worth noting since some men prefer the subtlety of a non-contrasting stitch.
How Do The Jeans Fit?
The Chroma Denim Pants fit me quite well, on par with some of the better fitting jeans in my closet. Not only do they fit well, but they’re equally as comfortable too. It’s got a standard mid-rise with a zip fly and button closure.
And as for the length, the inseam of this pair is 30″ which is a few inches longer than my usual 27″-28″ inseam and so you’ll see me cuffing them up. The good news is that they now carry 28×28, which would make for an even better fit.
The slim fit is true to form and fits like a slim should. The taper towards the ankle is generous and flattering, leading to an overall solid fit. These are great everyday jeans that you can literally wear 5 days a week if you wanted to, not that I’d encourage it.
What I Like About The Chroma Denim Pant
Here are a few things that I really like about the Chroma Denim Pant.
- They offer a slim and standard fit
- Now includes shorter that 30″ inseams of 28″
- The jean’s stretch lives up to the resilient ‘smart-stretch’ advertising
- The dark indigo wash stays consistently dark through many washes
- Comes in 3 classic colors of indigo, dark grey and black.
» Quick note: If you’re enjoying this Ministry of Supply Chroma Denim Review, then you’ll probably like this Mott & Bow Jeans Review Review too.
Chroma Denim Pant Details
My Size: Slim, XS (I’m 5’6″, 135lbs for reference)
- Vibrant color built to last over countless washes
- Resilient stretch
- High-gauge reinforced stitching (25+ lbs rated)
- Polyester matrix reinforced panels to reduce strain
- 69% Cotton, 29% Polyester, 2% Elastane
- Made at Matsuoka (Pinghu, CN)
How To Care For It
- Machine wash cold, tumble dry low
- Cool iron if needed
- Expect minimal shrinkage (less than 3%) on first dry
Similar Products I Recommend
Check out these similar products that I recommend.
- Everlane Slim Fit Jean – $46 (read the review here)
- Everlane Slim 4-Way Stretch Organic Jean – $88
- American Eagle Slim Jeans – $49.95 (learn more here)
- Under 5’10 Jeans for Short Men – $60 (learn more here)
- Express 4-Way Hyper Stretch Jeans – $88 (read the review here)
- Levi’s 511 Slim Fit Jeans – $54 (read more about this & all the following jeans here)
- UB201 jeans – $88
- Banana Republic Traveler Jean – $129
- Mott & Bow Best Selling Jeans – $118
- Uniqlo Stretch Selvedge Slim Fit Jeans – $49.90
Before You Leave
Check out some of the other Ministry of Supply products I’ve reviewed.
- Ministry of Supply Apollo Polo
- Ministry of Supply Aero Zero Dress Shirt
- Ministry of Supply Responsive Tee
- Ministry of Supply Kinetic Pant
- Ministry of Supply Merino Active Tee
- Ministry of Supply Face Mask
What are some of your go-to jeans?
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