RRL vs. APC

rrl has far better denim and construction, but the color and detailing is much more western.

Originally Posted by Alcibiades

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Could you elaborate, because I have had this question as well.

Both are pretty widely available, under $250, etc. A lot of people could be looking to compare the two

Originally Posted by whodini

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Feel free to do some research. There's a RRL thread which talks about the denim, there's an APC thread that talks about the denim. There's a denim pics thread with photos from both brands. There's an SF Gallery at the top right of this page with photos of both brands. Frankly, there's a lot of information if you just take time to look.
Saying both brands sell for under $250 is like saying that Ford and Ferrari both sell cars for under $500,000. In reality, APC and RRL do not retail for the same and they do not for a reason.

Certain things you might want to look up when you do your homework:
-Where is the denim milled?
-Where are the jeans made?
-What kind of details does each brand offer?
-How do people feel about the construction (ie, quality)?

Originally Posted by Modern Gatsby

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I did. But I only want to buy one pair. I know APC jeans stretch, but I'm not sure about RRL. What the store tells you isnt always the same as what the buyer sees when they wear the product.

Up at the top of this page is a Google field where you can search "RRL stretch." You might be surprised what you may find.

Oranges are better. Particularly clementines.

Originally Posted by ahjota

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Oranges are better. Particularly clementines.
I don't know. I've been having some killer Pink Ladies and Honey Crisps lately.

Originally Posted by ahjota

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Oranges are better. Particularly clementines.

I agree.

I tried to vote for apples, but didn't see that in the poll choices.

OP - please add voting selections for "apples" and "oranges". Thanks.

Originally Posted by whodini

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Saying both brands sell for under $250 is like saying that Ford and Ferrari both sell cars for under $500,000. In reality, APC and RRL do not retail for the same and they do not for a reason.

Certain things you might want to look up when you do your homework:
-Where is the denim milled?
-Where are the jeans made?
-What kind of details does each brand offer?
-How do people feel about the construction (ie, quality)?



Up at the top of this page is a Google field where you can search "RRL stretch." You might be surprised what you may find.
Could you personally tell me what you know about RRL and APC? You're asking me to use the forum as a resource, and you appear to be a potentially useful one.

Really?

Originally Posted by Modern Gatsby

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Could you personally tell me what you know about RRL and APC? You're asking me to use the forum as a resource, and you appear to be a potentially useful one.



You serious dude?

as for me, i personally love RRL denim (raw denim slim bootcut). i have seen APC before and handled it as well. and here is what i will say if i had to own only one pair of jeans:

if i owned APC as my only pair of jeans i would be feeling there is a better jean for me. not that it is a bad jean, it is good, but i would be curious as to what else is out there. i would definitely feel like i can 'outgrow' the APCs. it does look and fits like an entry level premium jean.

if i owned only my one pair of RRL, i would be completely satisfied. right now it compares to no other, samurai, pbj, somet, etc all these brands i have seen, tried on, owned, etc, and they all have their specific nuances and qualities and unique attributes that makes them so interesting
but the rrl jeans are so great (flattering fit /silhouette, denim quality, sheen, the way it breaks in on you) if i were forced to keep only that pair of rrl i would definitely dont mind.


ive worn all my jeans everywhere and to work for pairs like even Oni SHoai, pbj xx006, SC, etc these are very interesting but i always felt like these types of jeans 'wore me' . if you know what i m saying. theyre for denim purists who want to make a statement through their jeans.

for me, the rrl slim bootcut i 'wear them' they completely upgrade and flatter my look. (and some of my diesels, but not as much as the rrl). plus, i ve gotten so many compliments from people (and my wife who loves them on me) even guys on the street! this guy at the south coast mall was making eye contact with my jeans all the way i was like , who is this guy?, and then when he was near me he says 'dude, sorry i just got to say, those are awesome jeans man'. ' what brand are they??' and this guy looks like he knows alot of jeans by the way he looks. at the office, people compliment me (not on the jeans per se, you know , HR policies etc).
with the oni shoai? the pbj xx006? they are excellent. they look funky. but they never made me look 'sexy' in any way. never had a compliment. oh yeah, once at a cafeteria some guy goes , those jeans are crazy! (nice compliment, but not an rrl type conjuring compliment)

dam i babble too much

Originally Posted by Modern Gatsby

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Could you personally tell me what you know about RRL and APC? You're asking me to use the forum as a resource, and you appear to be a potentially useful one.

Originally Posted by Teger

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rrl has far better denim and construction, but the color and detailing is much more western.

definitely. plus one.

Originally Posted by whodini

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I don't know. I've been having some killer Pink Ladies and Honey Crisps lately.

Yes. You've taken more time dodging my questions than answering them.

Originally Posted by Modern Gatsby

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Yes. You've taken more time dodging my questions than answering them.
Have I? Have we? Have you taken more time dodging research than doing it?

Originally Posted by Teger

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rrl has far better denim and construction, and the color and detailing is much more western.
FTFY