Jeans for Short Men: Peter Manning vs. Ash & Erie
About this video
McGoff compares two jeans brands designed for shorter men: Peter Manning and Ash & Erie. He examines the differences in style, fit, rise, taper, and pricing between the two brands, demonstrating how each pair fits on his frame to help viewers make an informed purchase decision.
Key takeaways
- McGoff argues that Peter Manning jeans feature a classic indigo wash with gold threading and a longer rise, while Ash & Erie jeans have a more modern navy-toned wash with light blue stitching and a shorter rise
- McGoff notes that Peter Manning jeans have slightly more curve and taper along the knee and lower thigh compared to Ash & Erie, though both have similar leg openings
- McGoff recommends Peter Manning jeans ($98) over Ash & Erie jeans ($159) based on his personal preference for a higher waistline, while acknowledging both brands offer quality products specifically tailored for shorter men
Episode details: published January 21, 2018 · 37K views · 4:46 long. Summary written by Self Growth Videos from the episode itself. The style advice summarized here is Brock McGoff’s own teaching and opinion, presented for education; product recommendations are his, not ours. Summaries are written by Self Growth Videos from each video itself.
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