Denim over 16 ounces is considered heavyweight, and it will be tougher, stiffer, warmer, and harder to break in. In theory, lightweight denim is comfortable right off the rack, and heavyweight ...

So durability and longevity with denim," says Simonitsch. Heavyweight denim, for instance, usually lasts longer. While your waist size is usually easily measured, the jeans' inseam length deserves ...