I have a jean...(The Ultimate Jean Thread For Beginners) - ask questions here. - Page 1033

Originally Posted by Erenoth 


Could you elaborate on what sort of fit you're looking for? Also, there are virtually millions of shades of indigo. Are you looking for something BLUE blue ("vintage" wash by most terms), or something dark? Light? Shrug.

Originally Posted by HarrisonK 


Sure, I want something that will isn't skin tight but isn't baggy either. I'm really skinny, 6' 130lbs. I want dark indigo.

Originally Posted by Erenoth 


Have you looked into Naked and Famous at all? They have a plethora of fabrics in three simple cuts that fit most-everybody. If you're looking for something that is both excellent and unique, check out their Japan Heritage jeans at blueowlworkshop-

WG - http://blueowl.us/scripts/psp/VB_Bridge3.dll?VBPROG=\bin\shop.prodt.detail&SKU=7991900
SG - http://blueowl.us/scripts/psp/VB_Bridge3.dll?VBPROG=\bin\shop.prodt.detail&SKU=7991901

Here's their official site along with fit info, too- http://www.nakedandfamousdenim.com/

They release new products so often that the site isn't typically up-to-date, but everything you find on there should be available via one of the SF affiliate stores. For detailed information regarding the different cuts, I'd check out the offical N&F thread on SW&D. There are hundreds of thorough posts on the subject.

Originally Posted by HarrisonK 


Thanks! That was a big help. I'll look into them. What are the SF affiliate stores? And do you know if there is anywhere in NYC that I can try on a few pairs of these before I buy?

Originally Posted by hoozah 

and whats the fits like? i dont want them tight.

Originally Posted by Vin E Bravo 

Sup, brahs....

 

I just got my first 'real' pair of Raw Selvedge jeans (N&F Weird Guy).   I'm a 32-30, so I'll need them hemmed a few inches. 

 

My goal is to have whatever hemming/stitch method used to retain a natural drape, break etc..etc..and not look like shit, to be blunt.

 

That being said, should I;

 

1)  HEMS: Have them keep the original hems or just lop them off and create a new one?

 

2) STiching: Chain stitch 'em or some other easier/cheaper method?

 

3) Slanted/Angled Hem:  Will this make them look better?

 

4) Any other considerations?

 

 

I'm aware these topics have been belabored over endlessly, but wanting to honor the asshole noob tradition, I was hoping someone could shed some more light....

 

 

Thanks.

 

 

 

Originally Posted by Vin E Bravo 

Lil' help with the above? 

 

Originally Posted by blynch 

"Just of the top of my head, green selvedge Weird Guys? You're probably looking for something a little higher-end. "
-that fits my request pretty well, would probably like to go for something higher end though



1) HEMS: Have them keep the original hems or just lop them off and create a new one?

2) STiching: Chain stitch 'em or some other easier/cheaper method?

3) Slanted/Angled Hem: Will this make them look better?

4) Any other considerations?


Don't do original hems, makes them stack funny. Chain stich if easily available to you, but if not I wouldn't spend a ton of money shipping it somewhere special to chain stich, it really doesn't matter much. Just take it to your local taylor and do a regular hem on them, works just fine.

Originally Posted by Vin E Bravo 

From much of what I've read, unless it's (1) a faded pair with 'worn/distressed' effects at the hem, or there are (2) intentions of re-selling the jeans and keeping the value up, there doesn't seem to be a point in keeping the original hems.   Am I correct in saying this?

 

As for the chainstitching, is it also resale value thing, or are there other benefits to it, as far as a more natural drape, more reinforcement so it doesn't wear down, etc...?

 

Please excuse the Noobality of my questions...

 

 

 

Originally Posted by UltimateSwag 

Raw denim noob here, asked in the N&F thread already but i'll see if i can get more answers here


i'm about 5'7 and seeing that pretty much all raw denim comes in 33+ inseam which is too long for me, should I buy all raw denim in a waist size bigger than what i'm used to, and then shrink them down with washing?