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From Unique to Uniqlo: The Malling of Soho NYC – Beneath the Surface
The New York City SoHo that holds a place in my heart, a safe haven for working artists and a place of almost boundless urban possibilities, is getting so hard to see these days that you might not even...
View ArticleInspiration NYC Vintage Fest Kicks off this Weekend
Inspiration is a beautiful thing, and no I’m not talking about the eureka feeling of the muse striking you, I’m talking the annual gathering of a bunch of smelly, old, clothes in a giant expo center....
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Fade of the Day – A.P.C. Petit Standard (20 Months, 3 Washes)
Today’s submission may not be counted amongst those who have reached fade glory, but it does teach us to appreciate a newer fade. Though Lacroix Emmanuel has had his A.P.C. Petit Standard‘s for 20...
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Fade Friday – Paleo Denim 1112IX Sample (2 Years, Unknown Washes)
Paleo Denim founder Richard Cole has been producing jeans since 2007, setting out with a desire to master a skill and the determination to figure it out himself. Fast forward eight years where he now...
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The Sales Compendium: October 16
Sales come and go, which is why we’ve dug deep to compile a list of all the current special offers. This near-exhaustive list is posted every Friday, so if you nothing catches your eye this week check...
View ArticleThe Weekly Rundown: The Amazing World of Japanese Textile Arts
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. Here’s The Weekly Rundown with the latest happenings from around...
View Article3sixteen CT-120x Classic Taper Shadow Selvedge
3sixteen‘s popular shadow selvedge fabric has gotten the CT treatment and is now available in the brand’s classic taper fit. With more room in the top block and a slimming taper, you can expect to...
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Fade of the Day – Aye! Denim 620XX (9 Months, 2 Soaks)
Narrowly missing Fade Friday status, today’s submission is a newcomer to the site, a pair of Aye! Denim 620XX‘s. 9 months in and they’ve got the kind of contrast one expects from brands like Momotaro,...
View ArticleKiriko’s Nami and Asanoha Japanese Selvedge Denim
There are really only two reasons to be sporting a cuff on your jeans: 1. Your jeans are too long and you’re too lazy get them hemmed, and 2. For style. If your reasoning for a cuff falls into the...
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Fade of the Day – Naked & Famous Elephant 4 Weird Guy (7 Months, 1 Wash)
Closing out the weekend are a pair of jeans that are both heavy and fast-fading, the Naked & Famous Elephant 4 Weird Guy‘s. Today’s submission comes to us from California Bay Area resident, Seamus...
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Sunspel Straight Leg Selvedge Jeans Review – Worn Out
My initiation to British clothier Sunspel came courtesy of Royale, Casino Royale, as Daniel Craig’s James Bond did his thing in a trim and ultra stylish Rivera Polo. I coveted that shirt, but at $125...
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Fade of the Day – Naked & Famous Left Hand Twill Super Skinny Guy (2 Years, 2...
Winnipeg resident Jason Ward‘s starting off the week right with his thrashed jeans, and our Fade of the Day. A lot of bike riding mixed with everyday wear and tear make a good combination for fade...
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Blackout Boots – Five Plus One
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. Let’s be honest: no matter how many...
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Fade of the Day – Unbranded UB201 (3 Years, 8 Months, 3 Washes)
Today’s pair of Unbranded UB201‘s was submitted by Michael Powell of Chattanooga who wore this pair for four to six days a week in the months that he could, considering how hot it gets down south....
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Made Solid – Veg Tanned Indigo Leather in LA
It’s no secret that we are in love with leather. Along with our beloved denim, leather takes on a new life once worn, changing based upon the experiences its owner, developing a patina that tells a...
View ArticleRed Wing 8882 Indigo Portage Leather
If crocking gets you down about your shit kickers, the Red Wing 8882 in Indigo Portage Leather is a boot you’ll not be afraid to wear with your crispy raws. Whether you’re trudging through the...
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Fade of the Day – Unknown Hungarian Handmade Leather Bag (6 Years)
It’s always awesome hearing stories of items passed down through family members, especially when that item is a gorgeous 20 year old handmade leather bag. Steven Howard is an American English teacher...
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How to Buy Your First Sewing Machine
For anybody looking to get into DIY projects such as hemming, tapering, and repairing jeans, and even making finished garments and miscellaneous small projects, a sewing machine is essential, but...
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Fade of the Day – Gustin Heavy American (2 Years, 14 Washes, 3 Soaks)
When, how, and how often to wash jeans is a contentious issue in the raw denim community. However, if there was an argument to be made for washing your jeans more often than not, then today’s Fade of...
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Fade Friday – Oldblue Co. Heavyweight Edition 21/23 oz. (2 Years, 3 Months,...
The punches in bunches keep on coming from Indonesia, as this week’s Fade Friday is here to school you on how to wear down a pair of heavyweight jeans.This pair of Oldblue Co. Heavyweight Editions are...
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