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[robin]

Originally Posted by chronoaug

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It's a picture off of Scott's blog, from the entry " On the Street....Puffer with Bungee, Soho". Blogger doesn't allow pictures to show up under some certain situations that I can't think of at the moment.

The boots are probably Red Wings or Chippewa's.

 

[ny0825]

I have always wore sneakers and Converse with jeans and am trying to change to dress shoes. From what I have seen on the streets (and read on this forum) I think brown wingtip brogue shoes would look good with dark (raw) jeans. Can anyone recommend brown wingtip brogue shoes that would look nice? My price range in 300 to 400.

Thanks for your help in advance!!!

 

[Mbogo]

What is "slub" and what does "slubby" mean in relation to describing denim?

Thanks!

David

 

[arced]

Originally Posted by Mbogo

What is "slub" and what does "slubby" mean in relation to describing denim?

Thanks!

David

I'm no expert on denim (just learning), but I think this youtube video of Pure Blue Japan denim is a pretty good example of what slubby denim is:

 

[pokey07]

Quick question about sizing on Nudies. I've read general consensus is to size down 1 on Reg Ralfs, but this is my first pair of raw denim. I used to buy Express Jeans at 32/32 and my waist measures 33. Would it be safe to say I can order the nudies in 32/32? I want the waist to be snug, not too loose(obviously tightness at first is fine). Also, I don't want to cuff them or anything but I'm afraid of the length shrinking too much so should I go with 32/34? Thanks.

 

[rusholme]

i've got a newbie question.

are raw black jeans really black?? why do they look so dark blue in the pictures? flash/monitor effect? or is this a denim thing i dont know about? call me dumb, but gimme an answer please.

help a sister out!
thanks

 

[Tippidy]

Originally Posted by pokey07

Quick question about sizing on Nudies. I've read general consensus is to size down 1 on Reg Ralfs, but this is my first pair of raw denim. I used to buy Express Jeans at 32/32 and my waist measures 33. Would it be safe to say I can order the nudies in 32/32? I want the waist to be snug, not too loose(obviously tightness at first is fine). Also, I don't want to cuff them or anything but I'm afraid of the length shrinking too much so should I go with 32/34? Thanks.

I'd probably get a waist size of 31. My waist measures a 32.5 and I love the fit on my size 30 Regular Ralfs. Inseem length is a personal choice based on how you want your jeans to look/stack, but shrinking shouldn't be a huge worry.

 

[BennyB501]

Anybody know what these shoes are, or where to get them?

 

[Get Smart]

Originally Posted by Mbogo

What is "slub" and what does "slubby" mean in relation to describing denim?


physical texture of the denim. PBJs are probably the slubbiest and if you handle a pair in real life, it almost feels like a burlap sack. the material is very 3-dimensional

 

[buttonman]

newb question but

are there any stores in california that sell pbj's or samurai's or do i have to order online if i can't travel to japan or ny

 

[PG2G]

Originally Posted by buttonman

are there any stores in california that sell pbj's or samurai's

Nope. Self Edge stocked Samurai for a short time, but no longer do. PBJ has always been Blue in Green exclusive.

 

[ny0825]

No love for my quick question!!!

 

[robin]

Originally Posted by ny0825

No love for my quick question!!!

Are you in NY, as your handle would indicate? Check out any sales going on. Paul Smith and Alden come to mind, for brands that you might want to check out. Also, Zappos and Endless have some nice Tricker's for Ted Baker on sale right now too.

 

[ny0825]

thanks, Robin.

 

[jgu]

I'm looking for this APC shoe in black. Any one know where I can find the exact style but in black?