Have We Been Thinking About Raw Denim the Wrong Way?
Raw denim isn’t fragile or restrictive. It gives you options. In this second issue of the DH Weekly, I discuss why most of us—including myself—may have it all backwards.
Feeling It at Bluezone: What to Expect This Season
The Spring/Summer 2027 edition of Bluezone shows how circularity, softness, and real-world connection keep trade shows worth the visit.
Why I’m Done Building My Newsletter on Rented Land
The Denimhunters Newsletter is renamed “The DH Weekly” and now lives here on the site. In this first issue, a 15-year milestone, Weirloom regular fits, Bluezone teaser, plus new and updated guides.
Omoto Jeans, Thinking About Getting Some? Read This First
Seeing Omoto jeans everywhere? Here’s what actually matters—fits, denims, sizing, and buying notes—before you jump on the Omoto bandwagon.
Bookmark This Canadian Heritage Shop Immediately
For more than three decades, Calgary’s Brooklyn Clothing Co. has been quietly setting the benchmark for denim and heritage menswear in Canada—pairing Japan’s toughest selvedge with North American icons.
Exploring WeftSide: A Minimalist Brand Built on Belief
Swedish denim brand WeftSide does more with less—minimal looks, premium fabrics, and quiet conviction. This guide shows you why it might be your kind of denim religion.
Denim Jackets Explained: How to Find the Right One
From early workwear to modern icons, denim jacket styles have evolved into a toolbox of silhouettes. Knowing what sets them apart helps you find the one that fits your life.
The Breaker of Legs: First-Hand Impressions of 33 oz. Selvedge
SOSO’s 33 oz. selvedge pushes denim to its limits. Woven from triple-twisted yarns and built to order, it’s heavyweight at the extreme.
So I Started My Own F’cking Brand, and Now We’re Here
This new batch of Weirloom jeans isn’t another edition. The WL#1 Regular Fit is here to stay and marks the next step for the brand.
Finally, an N1 Jacket You Can Wear All Year Round
The N1 deck jacket has been a core Iron Heart piece for years, but it’s also been too warm for much of the year. The lightweight N1 solves that problem.
Iron & Resin: The California Brand Built for Life Outdoors
Exploring Iron & Resin, the California brand where surf, grit, and craftsmanship meet in hard-wearing outerwear, knits, shirts, and trousers.
How to Style the Type III Denim Jacket for Basically Everything
The Type III denim jacket is the blueprint for all that followed—and Tellason makes one of the best. Here are 8 ways to wear it all year round.
Benzak Means “Denim Done Right” in Dutch (I Think)—Here’s Why
I’ve followed Benzak’s journey since the beginning. With modern fits, Japanese and Italian selvedge, and real fade potential, here’s what makes their jeans worth your attention.
The Best and Toughest Heavyweight Selvedge Jeans
Heavyweight denim isn’t just fabric—it’s a test of patience, comfort, and commitment. This guide breaks down what makes it special, why it’s worth the struggle, and which brands are doing it best.
How Lost & Found in Toronto Blends Denim and Streetwear
Toronto’s Lost & Found is a menswear destination for Japanese denim, heritage workwear and contemporary style. Start with this shop guide.
Realign Is Built for Fades and Made in Japan (…where else?)
Realign is a small-batch denim brand born from Robin Denim’s fade obsession. Made in Kojima with Collect Mills fabrics, these jeans deliver modern fits and fades worth chasing.
This Menswear Icon Belongs in Every Denimhead’s Wardrobe
From polo fields to jazz clubs and punk stages, this classic shirt has carried more attitude than you might think. This review explores why and how Tellason made their own.
Getting Some Iron Heart Jeans? Read This Before You Buy
Iron Heart sets the standard for heavyweight selvedge denim. This guide walks you through the brand’s signature fabrics, fits, and details so you can choose the right pair.
Brave Star: Heavyweight Jeans Without the Hefty Price Tag
Brave Star makes raw selvedge jeans in Los Angeles, blending heavyweight fabrics with straightforward fits. This guide covers their best denims, fits, and what to know before buying.
Show Recap: After the Leap, Did Bluezone Find Its Footing?
What exhibitors and visitors said about Bluezone’s big move into Hall 2—and why the show still matters, even if it feels a little different.