How to Spot Well-Made Jeans: The 11 Hallmarks of Quality
Whenever we encounter a new pair of jeans, we go through a mental checklist—turning it inside out, checking the inseam, feeling the pocket bags. Here are the 11 signs we look for.
How to Spot a Well-Made Tee: The 8 Hallmarks of Quality
Most T-shirts look the same on a hanger. Here’s how to tell which ones are actually worth your money—and which brands get it right.
The Definitive Guide to Japanese Denim Brands
A practical guide to Japan’s many denim brands, with an A–Z overview to help you understand what each brand is known for and how to choose the right one.
The Best Raw Denim Brands in the World
This guide covers more than 50 makers—from Japanese selvedge specialists to American and European brands—helping you pick the right place to start.
Cream of the Crop: Redline Rally Y3 Winners
After a brutal year of competitive fading, the cream has risen to the top. Here are the winners from Year Three of the Redline Rally.
High and Dry: The Best of High-Rise Selvedge Jeans
Never tried high-rise selvedge jeans? You don’t know what you’ve been missing. Here are our favourite generously cut high-rise selvedge pairs.
Flannel Roundup: The Best of Heavy and Well-Made Flannels
Up your cold-weather fashion game with one of the best flannels that money can buy. This list guides you to our favourite well-made flannels.
Battleready Blues: Denim Shirts That Are Made to Fade
A well-faded raw denim shirt is a grail for most denimheads. But it’s tougher to fade than your jeans. These shirts are worth the work.
The Selvedge Masterlist: Our Ultimate Jeans Guide
Looking for the bar-none best pair of selvedge jeans? You’ve got options. We’ve cut it down the best we can, but this list still has more than 20 makers of the best men’s selvedge jeans.
Raw Denim FAQs: What to Buy and Why
New to raw denim jeans? You’ve probably got questions. If you want the straight dope (no geekiness, we promise), this raw denim buying guide is for you.
What’s on Instagram #7: More Great Stuff from My Feed
Another update from what I’ve seen and particularly liked on my Instagram feed since instalment #6 of this series.
What’s on Instagram #3: A Curated Selection from My Feed
I’m quite enjoying doing these recaps of what I see and really dig on Instagram. Here’s the third instalment in the series.
Top-Shelf and Budget-Friendly Jeans in 5 Categories (S01E11)
In this episode of The Denim & Boots Podcast, Jake and I discuss top-shelf options and budget-friendly alternatives in five categories of jeans.
Blue Blooded Instagrammer #49: @indigoshrimp
When I got into denim back in the late 2000s, Indigoshrimp was one of the blogs I followed. After a blogging hiatus, Mike is now reviewing jeans again. Here’s his story.
An Overview of Chinos and Trousers (S01E09)
On the ninth episode of The Denim and Boots Podcast, Jake and I talk about the different types of chinos and trousers, as well as the fabrics they’re usually made from.
Five Favourites: Men’s Trucker Denim Jackets
It’s no longer fashion faux pas to wear ‘double denim,’ and trucker denim jackets are getting a much-deserved revival. Five retailers list their favourites Type III jackets.
Five Favourites: Men’s Selvedge Denim Slim Fit Jeans
Get insights from experienced jeans retail experts about their favourite slim fit jeans and why they’re worth every penny. All the jeans are made from selvedge denim, and there’s something for any budget.
How the Osaka Five Pioneered Japanese and Heritage Denim
The Osaka Five are the pioneers of Japanese and heritage denim; they laid the foundation for an internationally renowned industry. This is their story.
The Branded Defining Features That Differentiate Makers
In this second episode of the series about the defining features of jeans, I look at how small, yet iconic elements have made the jean what it is today.
How the Japanese Pioneered Heritage Fashion
In this 4th part of my series about the history of jeans, you’ll learn how the Japanese built a cult around Americana, which evolved into heritage fashion.