It’s not every day that our Fade of the Day features involve wax, but it’s time to change that with this three and a half-year-old Archival Rucksack. Sent in by a Heddels reader, he mentioned his appreciation for the quality built into the bag as it is showing minimal stress after all this time, aside from a couple wear marks and some of the bottom stitching beginning to separate.

He recently re-waxed the bag this year, and by the looks of it, he won’t be slowing down the wear anytime soon. The only bummer is that Archival recently announced they are stepping down from the production side of their brand, but will continue to exist as a blog, making this fade not only timely but also commemorative.

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Selvedge is a term often used interchangeably (and incorrectly) with denim. But selvedge can come in all kinds of fabrics, not just denim. 3sixteen recognizes that, while you may not want to wear your dungarees everyday, you prefer your coffee black and your fabrics selvedge.

Made with Japanese selvedge twill, their latest trio of 12oz. chinos allow you to stunt on your co-workers while maintaining some level of professionalism. They feature slash front pockets, classic welt pocketing at the rear, and urea buttons at the fly. It’s a fit that lies nicely between their SL and ST fits. If that’s not familiar to you, just know that they’re a healthy slim fit and come in three flavors: olive, khaki, and black.

Available at Snake Oil Provisions for $230.

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Snazzy finished products often get the glory, but just like an exceptional meal, the jackets, jeans, and boots that we all love to ogle start with exceptional materials. One such manufacturer is Seven Senses, an Indian-based company that manages the entire supply chain and manufacturing process to create responsibly handmade fabrics.

Hand-spun, hand-woven, and hand-dyed, Seven Senses’ Khadi denim has tons of character. Left Field has even used Khadi denim in the past. Seven Senses selvedge often includes gold and silver zari (the metallic thread often used in brocade on saris) as a nod to their own heritage being woven into the diverse end uses of their material.

Shown here is their latest lookbook, with an emphasis on the progressive, fashion-forward side of their business. The Seven Senses website also provides more details on the behind-the-scenes process and the heritage of their methods. Fun fact: Khadi fabric was central to Ghandi’s efforts to empower Indian economic and social traditions.

Expect to see these fabrics in the coming season from home sewers and niche brands alike. Check out the Seven Senses’ website for more.

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Prepare to go to battle with today’s fade, an electric blue pair of Momotaro featuring the brand’s distinctive “battle stripes.” This pair of Momotaro x Blue Owl BOM008 jeans has been taken to task over the last two and a half years by Robert Leahr, with repair work by NYC’s Denim Therapy.

That said, he’s not put them through serious abuse; Robert works 8-4 in front of a computer. The most strenuous work these jeans get is when he walks his dogs in them.

It just goes to show that you don’t need to fall off a skateboard or go cliff diving to achieve wonderful fades. The high contrast on these is helped out by the sulphur dyed black weft. The heavyweight denim also produced some cracking whiskers and honeycombs. The battle stripes are equally special too, as they’re beneath the pockets and have come through with wear.

Limited-time offer: if your denim is need of some much-needed TLC, you are in luck! Until September 5th, 2016, Heddels readers receive 20% off all of Denim Therapy‘s services (excluding shipping). Simply head over to their site and use the promo code, “Heddels16”.

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While most of us are basking in toasty warm weather here in the Northern Hemisphere, Fall/Winter ’16 is upon the fashion world. So far, across the board, we’ve been seeing lots of retro-workwear inspired jackets, and Japanese denim etc. Edwin‘s non-denim side has got the memo.

Watch caps, a lightweight jacket with a retro auto mechanic silhouette, and shirt-jacs abound. True to Edwin’s understated style, classic neutral colors and natural fabrics prevail – chambray, wool, twill, in forest green, charcoal grey, and olive.

Coming soon to Edwin Europe’s site.

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It’s Friday folks, and that means it’s time to wind down and transition into weekend mode starting with some killer fades sent to us by Alex (and courtesy of London’s Rivet & Hide). He wore these Iron Heart 21oz. 555‘s for the last two years of adventuring, including working on his bike and jumping the occasional barbed wire fence.

The results are a prime example of the fading potential for any Iron Heart 21oz. denim–the deadly combo of high contrasting fades with notable areas such as the insane honeycombs happening here. I’ve said it before, but we tend to see the gnarliest combs on more slim fitting jeans (no surprise, when you think about it) and these are a great example being one of IH’s slimmer fits.

Alex says these are his go-to jeans when he’s out and about, and we hope to see how they look in another couple of years!

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If you have had the pleasure of owning a Kamakura shirt, you were probably sold on the combination of high quality Japanese craftsmanship and excellent detailing at an affordable price. Well, we’ve got more good news as Kamakura has just released their popular Chambray Casual Shirt in just about every collar style under the rising sun.

Cotton chambray, mother of pearl buttons, and high stitch counts cover just about all the check points one could have when looking for a dress-casual shirt worthy of the office or the weekends. Kamakura figured their shirts are nice enough that you’ll want to wear one every day, so you might as well switch up the collars here and there.

Available for $79 at Kamakura Shirts.

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What could possibly make a naturally comfy and high quality merino wool T-shirt even better? Dying it in indigo, of course! Outlier has teamed up with Brooklyn’s Buaisou for their latest experiment – the Indigoweight Merino Wool T-Shirt.

Every guy’s favorite staple shirt just met one of Japan’s oldest and bluest traditions with this collab, as Buaisou takes pride in using authentic 100% natural indigo dying techniques that create a beautifully unique look. The shirt itself will help keep you cool in the heat and warm in the cold as it features a double jersey knit of merino wool on your back with a cotton outer face. All held together with triple needle stitch construction, you can be confident your shirt won’t bust apart at the seams any time soon too, especially considering the price tag.

Available for $350 at Outlier.

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“It’s been a long time, since I’ve had a denim.” Wait no longer, pick up a pair at a deep discount in our Sale Finder Shortlist, just beware they may shrink and constrict in the water.

Welcome to the Sale Finder Shortlist, the spiritual successor to the Sales Compendium and our editors’ top picks for the best items on our Sale Finder, a daily updated app of thousands of the best online items currently on sale.

Jeans, Pants, and Shorts

• Carhartt WIP Sid Pant Leather Rinsed $160CAD $96
• Engineered Garments Cinch Pant—Black Worsted Wool $384 $192
• Engineered Garments Cinch Pant—Charcoal Worsted Wool $384 $192
• Engineered Garments Shooting Pant—Olive Moleskin $312 $187
• Engineered Garments Shooting Pant—Black Moleskin $312 $187
• Japan Blue Japan Blue X W.O.L.F (LOT: 2000SP) Super Slim Tapered Denims $253AUD $143AUD
• Left Field Seconds Miner Charcoal 9 oz Red Selvedge Twill Chino $145
• Norse Projects Aros Heavy Chino—Charcoal $165 $115
• Norse Projects Aros Heavy Chino—Insignia Blue $165 $115

Jackets

• Arc’teryx Veilance Windshell Blazer Black $415CAD $315CAD
• Barbour Lockhill Jacket $499 $249
• Barbour Powell Quilt—Olive $299 $149
• The Hill-Side Extra Neppy Indigo Chambray Heli Crew Shirt-Jacket $239 $143
• Neighborhood Shrunken Head Jacket $468 $281

Footwear

• Common Projects Leather Cadet Derby in Black $535 $319
• Converse Chuck Taylor All Star – Tan/Egre $60 $45
• Oak Street Bootmakers Brown Beefroll Penny £220 £120
• Red Wing Limited Edition Moc Toe 6″ – Indigo $270 $220
• Stone Island Shadow Project Slip-On Boot_Suede Nero $500CAD $250CAD

Shirts, Sweaters, and Sweatshirts

• Alex Mill Cedar Solid Work Shirt – Olive $165 $100
• Bridge & Burn Bedford Striped Shirt – Grey/Red/Navy $148 $90
• Corridor Indigo Railroad Stripe Shirt $215 $107
• Engineered Garments FWK Banded Long Collar Shirt—Dark Navy $204 $142
• Gitman Vintage Redcheck Japanese Voile Long Shirt $204 $81
• Gitman Vintage Shaggy Flannel Shirt – Brown/Pink Check $198 $120
• Gitman Seed to Sew Denim Shirt $168 $89
• The Hill-Side Endo Stripes Print Short Sleeve Standard Shirt, Natural $170 $102
• Neighborhood Shrunken Head Shirt $328 $197
• Raleigh Classic Button Down—Black and White Plaid $180 $72
• Tender Type 750 Ladder Back Pullover Sweater—Natural Shetland Wool $388 $155
• Universal Works Tarleton Shawl Cardigan – Olive $162 $75
• Universal Works Battle Waistcoat – Grey Tweed $195 $120

Accessories

• Alex Mill Cashmere Donegal Leather Gloves – Dark $115 $60

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There’s a ton of great stuff out there. And, while we would love to cover it all, we thought it best to just give it to you straight. The Weekly Rundown is here with the latest happenings from around the web.

• The FTC is Watching Your Favorite Celebs Instagram Page – The Fashion Law
• Salt Lake City’s Annual ‘Outdoor Retailer’ in Review – Carryology
• Cheap Clothes and the Billionaires Behind Them – Quartz
• Calling Out the “Bespoke” Revolution – The New York Times
• Japanese Style 101 – Gear Patrol
• Stretchy Jeans Still a Popular Choice for the Mobile Youth – Market Watch
• The Unionization of Zara – NY Mag
• A Sustainable New Collab from Levi’s – Hypebeast

Lead Image: Paul Heavener for Hypebeast

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If you are part of the cult following generated by Naked & Famous‘ infamous Elephant line of jeans, you’re in luck with the brand’s latest release. The return of the beast is upon us with the new Elephant 2 Revenge 22oz. Selvedge Jeans. Don’t call it a re-release (although it sort of is); but this time with contrast stitching!

The Revenge features a hefty 22oz. sanforized Japanese denim and thick-as-they-come branded buffalo leather patch to match. It is offered in their popular Weird Guy and Super Skinny Guy fits, and let me tell you I can already picture the honeycombs forming. Grab ’em now and let the fading begin.

Available for $165 at Naked & Famous.

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Today’s Fade of the Day features some awesome veg tan love in the form of an Obbi Good Label Natural Condor Mid Wallet sent to us by Florian Wuersch from somewhere in the US of A. After three and a half years of regular use mixed with an occasional mink oil lather, the patina has fully developed into a dark brown on the outside.

However, the most interesting patina on this piece lies within the interior. Years of money and cards being stored in inner slots on the wallet have made for some really interesting and personalized marks that really show the leather’s character.

Obbi has since changed some minor details of this wallet (e.g. concho, inner cardholder layout), but still offer it for sale today, ready to be worn into patina retirement.

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The folks over at Poglia know a thing or two about leather bags, and have just expanded their offerings via a recent collaboration with Buaisou Studios in Brooklyn. The concept is simple – they took their Natural Veg-Tan Porter Bag and dip dyed it in indigo. But this isn’t your average bucket-o-dye, in fact it is quite the opposite.

Buaisou prides themselves on using the traditional Japanese methods of 100% natural indigo dying, that includes the complex fermentation of ash lye, calcium hydroxide, and wheat bran with Sukumo indigo leaves. The results are a beautiful and authentic blue that complements the natural veg tan leather to create a one of a kind piece. The bag itself is made up of high quality materials with minimal seams for added durability and unique style. This bag also features outer straps that nicely hold your favorite wide-brim hat in place.

Available for purchase as soon as it finishes drying (next week) for $700 at Poglia.

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All you kids with summer jobs painting houses might want to come to work with the proper pants. Introducing the Iron Heart IH-814 Wabash Stripe Painters Pant – a utility inspired pant with enough pockets to get the job done, no matter what that may be.

Offered in three colorways including indigo and black, the most unique has got to be the white with reactive dyed blue dot wabash pants. According to Iron Heart, this is the only pair that won’t fade, although you can expect more of a patina when you’re wearing white jeans anyways I suppose.

All three combos are made with 100% cotton fabric and include all the good details like felled side seams, triple needle construction, and a zipper fly. While you don’t have to be a painter to wear them, you can rest easy knowing they are capable of a hard days work no problem.

Available from $295-$325 at Iron Heart.

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Stay-at-home Dad, Johannes Luttrén, from Sweden sent in his faded out Lee 101 Rider Slim Fit jeans. Cut from premium indigo denim and available in various washes, the Rider is described as a slim fit that’s perfectly balanced between relaxed and skinny.

He’s been wearing them daily for the better part of two years and has yet to wash or soak them. So far his jeans have some tight honeycombs and deep fades showing on the knees and backside. Not surprisingly he’s needed to make minor repairs to the crotch and knees. The whiskering and stress points in the front pockets give these jeans a unique look that Johannes should be proud of.

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INT. MOMOTARO HQ BREAKROOM – DAY

Tabuchi prepares a pot of tea. Kishimoto enters wearing a chambray western shirt, he peeks over Tabuchi’s shoulder.

Kishimoto: “Can I get in on a cup of that?”

Tabuchi: “You always do this! You just mooch off of my teapot without ever doing any of the work yourself!”

Kishimoto: “Oh c’mon, remember that time I made ramen?”

Tabuchi: “How could I forget!? You bring it up every time you’ve wanted tea for the last two years.”

Kishimoto: “You’ve got more than enough for yourself, don’t be greedy!”

Kishimoto grabs for the teapot and Tabuchi pulls out of his reach.

Tabuchi: “No, not this time!”

Kishimoto gets his hand on the handle. They both struggle for control of the teapot. Tabuchi loses his grip, causing Kishimoto to stagger back with the pot, spilling the tea all over his shirt.

Tabuchi: “There! Are you happy now, it’s all yours!”

Kishimoto: “Well it’s not my cup of tea.”

Tabuchi: “You’re damn right it isn’t.”

We’d like to imagine this was the scene at Momotaro HQ when they dreamed up dyeing one of their signature Western Shirts in green tea. Their indigo 5oz. chambray perfectly soaks up the mild green hue of the matcha, making for a deep cast garment that’s also rich in antioxidants.

Get your own (plus a bag of the tea they were dyed in) for $175 at Okayama Denim.

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Techwear minus the tech has always been Nanamica‘s MO. Eiichiro Homma consistently produces some of the best sleeper garments on the market that combine classic silhouettes and fabrics with a host of practical benefits.

Gore-Tex fused denim? You got it. Hidden cell phone pockets? Of course. Down fill power levels over 9000? Easy. If James Bond were a forty-year-old bike messenger, this is exactly what he’d wear. Nanamica’s sensibility really shines in their Autumn/Winter collections, which allow for greater layering and hardier fabrics. Their latest lookbook for A/W 16 shows slouchier silhouettes, longer hems, and a darker color palette – navy, hunter green, and grey.

Learn more and find much of it already available at Nanamica.

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Got a blown out crotch? Today’s fade certainly does, but that doesn’t mean these jeans aren’t a doozy. This pair of Jean Shop Slim Fit jeans has been worn hard by Daniel F. of New York State for four years, from the date they were made on July 2, 2008, until the fall of 2012, when the crotch blew out for the third time.

Daniel wore them while drumming in his band and even spilled beer on them while on stage. After much rambling in these, they’ve been retired to take their place with the fallen jeans of denim Valhalla.

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Five Plus One is our weekly series of buyer’s guides. We pick a specific category and dig up five great options along with one that’s a little outside the norm.

The Olympics are in full swing, and what better encouragement do you need to hit the pool? But hey, even if you aren’t a swimmer, at least you can look great in a new pair of trunks. Swimsuits can be extremely divisive, but with the summer coming to a close now is the perfect time to find the right swimsuit for you at a great price.

1) President’s: Yasawa Bathing Suit

First up is President’s Yasawa Bathing Suit, which has a unique (although contentious) pattern. For many in search of a swimsuit, the pattern is everything; however, this one is paired with custom branded snap closures and made-in-Italy quality, which sets it apart from much of the competition.

Available for $90 from Need Supply.

2) Vilebrequin: Swimming Costume in Ultramarine

Vilebrequin is known for being one of the nicest brands in swimwear, and their Swimming Costume in Ultramarine certainly shows the attention to detail that has earned them such praise. These trunks feature and almost hand-painted looking pattern, which is paired with a drawstring closure and elastic waistband.

Available for $295 from Vilebrequin.

3) Onia: Charles Trunk 7″ in Black & White Striped Leaves

Onia might not be a household name in the fashion industry, but their swimsuits are top notch. Their 7″ Charles Trunk in Black & White Striped Leaves is constructed from a high-tech fabric that is fast drying and has great color fastness. It’s made with an ultra-fine mesh lining and custom patina-ed nickel hardware, which adds to the aesthetic.

Available for $137 from Onia

4) Atalaye: Geroko Coral

Atalaye’s Geroko Coral swim trunks feature a pastel-red/white stripe, drawstring closure, and slightly shorter-than-average length; they might not be for everyone, but they are certainly a classic. The mesh lining in these trunks has a slight foam-like texture, which makes them even more comfortable.

Available for €89 from Atalaye.

5) Patagonia: Baggies 5″ Shorts

Say what you will about tech-wear brands, but they make some of the best swim trunks on the market. Patagonia’s 5″ Baggies trunks are about as basic as you can get, guaranteeing you can keep breaking it out season after season after season.

Available for $49 from Patagonia.

Plus One – Orlebar Brown: Bulldog Traveler in Menton

Last but certainly not least are the Bulldog Travelers from Orlebar, another high-end swimsuit maker known for their quality construction and unique designs. These trunks feature a scenic print that is continuous between the legs and pockets plus waist tabs to ensure proper fit (a rarely seen detail on swim trunks). The price may seem a bit high for a swimsuit, but the uniqueness of this piece certainly sets it apart from many others on the market.

Available for $207 from Unionmade Goods.

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Dawson Denim is one meticulous brand made up of a husband and wife team doing it all by themselves. Now, they’ve teamed up with neighbors Rivet & Hide for an exclusive collaboration. As is the case with each pair of Dawson jeans, the construction details are top of the line. Look inside and you’ll find that the selvedge has made its way into the fly, across from the custom branded hidden rivets. Cotton herringbone twill pocket bags will keep all of your precious gum wrappers safe. No seam is left exposed, so you’ll see felled inseams and tucked belt loops for a clean finish.

All that is well and good, standard for the British duo. The real draw here is the fabric and fit. The fit is totally new and custom-developed for Rivet & Hide, which they describe a slim taper fit. As for the denim, it’s a generous mid-weight at 14.25oz. woven on Japanese Toyoda shuttle looms. If you’re looking for a year-rounder fabric, this would be it.

Available at Rivet & Hide for $315.

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