A Cinematic History of Denim
Francis Ford Coppola’s “The Outsiders” (1983) Hollywood has an interesting relationship with the fashion industry, concurrently reacting to and creating trends of what people are wearing in the real...
View ArticleImperial Denim – Imperial Prospector Raw Denim Jean
Imperial Denim is known for producing top quality jeans with a nod to traditional denim aesthetics and craftsmanship. Their newest offering, the Prospector, maintains the old-fashion aesthetic and...
View ArticleButcher of Blue: Book Presentation and Exhibition
Three years ago, Jason Denham of Denham Jeans and Bob Rijnders of Butcher of Blue conceived the idea of producing a limited numbered run of one hundred pairs of The Butcher Jean. The collaborative...
View ArticleDenim Crotch Blowouts – Why They Happen And How to Avoid Them
Blown Out – A Prime Example Crotch blowouts are inevitable as pretty much any well worn pair of denim will be beset at some point. Though for many this is just a part of the process that can be dealt...
View ArticleFade Friday – Naked & Famous WeirdGuy Indigo Selvedge (2 Years, No Washes)
Fade Friday – Naked & Famous WeirdGuy Indigo Selvedge (2 Years, No Washes) Whether you’re a newcomer or old hand to raw denim, it’s inevitable that the name “Naked and Famous” has either come up...
View ArticleIndigo Roosters 2013 – A Collection of Indigo Textiles
Indigo Roosters 2013 – A Collection of Indigo Textiles An exhibition showcasing a range of indigo textiles, Indigo Roosters was held from March 23 – 31, 2013 as the brainchild of two colleagues and...
View ArticleWorkers For INVENTORY 5-Pocket Denim – Just Released
Workers for Inventory Items Vancouver’s Inventory recently released their first denim in a long series of Inventory Items collaborations, teaming up with Japanese brand Workers who we recently covered...
View ArticleAtelier Ladurance 2013 Lineup – Sneak Preview
Atelier Ladurance recently dropped a new collection of denim jeans which is shaping up to be one of their best in the last couple of years. Though this is just a sneak peek of what’s to come, we will...
View ArticleZace Myers Overall Co. – One Man Brands
Zace Myers Overall Co. – One Man Brands Zace Myers is a man of exceptional nature, though one would even go as far as to call him an unlikely candidate for the life that he leads. Born in Arizona,...
View ArticleIron Heart Mega Beatle Buster Limited Edition 25 Oz. (IHxBxHCx25oz)
Iron Heart Mega Beatle Buster Heavyweight Championship 25 Oz. Denim (IHxBxHCx25oz) It started as just a bit of wishful thinking, but with the thoughts of the first Heavyweight Denim Championship fresh...
View ArticleIntroducing Brave Star Selvage
Brave Star Selvage These days selvedge and raw denim have moved away from the shadows in which they hid and have emerged into fashion’s spotlight. A quick walk through any clothing store will most...
View ArticleFade Friday – Flat Head 1005 (Unknown Length of Wear and Washes)
Fade Friday – The Flat Head 1005 This week’s Fade Friday comes courtesy of Nagano, Japan. Famous for its winter sports, Nagano is also a mecca for denim enthusiasts – a logical step given that it...
View ArticleBurg & Schild – Denim, Vintage Wares and Motorcycles
Burg & Schild – Denim, Vintage Wares and Motorcycles Many people love the fact that a store can reflect the authenticity of the people behind it, a perfect example being Berlin-based retailer Burg...
View Articlei love ugly Raw Selvedge Denim – Just Released
i love ugly Japanese Selvedge New Zealand-based company i love ugly has been making waves recently in the menswear game, working its way from obscurity to regular appearances on Hypebeast and similar...
View ArticleThe GRO Project – Melding Craftsmanship And Streetwear
The GRO Project – The Intersection Between Craftsmanship And Streetwear In following their brand mantra, “Stay inspired and always go after your passion before trend,” The GRO Project have developed...
View ArticleInterview – Jason Heath, Denim Doctors & Hollywood Trading Company
Jason Heath in his natural habitat I’ve been pitching the idea of interviewing Los Angeles repair shop, Denim Doctors & Hollywood Trading Company, for some time now. What makes this shop different...
View ArticleMr. Black Garment Essentials – Keeping Your Denim Clean and Fresh
One of the oldest debates among denim heads has always been the concept and technique of the wash. Or more specifically, when, how and if at all you should wash your jeans. There have been convincing...
View ArticleNudie Jeans Grim Tim Organic PIMA Selvage – Just Released
Nudie Jeans Organic Pima Grim Tim Selvedge Nudie Jeans arguably helped push raw denim into the spotlight with their many cuts, fabrics, price-point as well as their ideology popularizing the idea that...
View ArticleFade Friday – EAT DUST Fit 67 (21 Months, 1 Wash)
Fade Friday – EAT DUST Fit 67 (21 Months, 1 Wash) Antwerp, Belgium may seem like an unlikely place to start a denim brand, but that is exactly where Eat Dust denim calls home. Founded by friends,...
View ArticleBenzak Denim Developers (BDD) 2013 Collection – Sneak Preview
Lennaert Nijgh from Benzak Denim Developers (BDD) recently took us through a preview of his new 2013 Fall/Winter collection, which should be released this coming August. This collection is based on...
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