The Art of Selling (Perfect) Jeans
Selling perfect jeans is a form of art. I talk to Peter and Christopher from Meadow about how they (very successfully) help their customers find jeans they’ll be happy with.
4 Pro Tips to Buy Perfect Jeans, Every Time
We’re spending more money on jeans, but are we buying the “right” jeans? These 4 jeans buying priorities will help you buy the right jeans, every time.
Artisan Challenge
Meet the Artisans Q&A: Rest Denim by NoKipple’s The Makers
NoKipple have signed up Rest Denim to the Artisan Challenge hoping it will be a launchpad for the brand’s jeans line that will debut on The Makers platform.
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An HWDC2 Hot Favourite Tells Us How To Break In 32 oz. Denim
Chris Benson aka ‘Netleyhunter’ has been wearing the Naked & Famous 32 oz. jeans in the HWDC2 without any washing or soaking. This is what it has been like.
Artisan Challenge
Meet the Artisans Q&A: Greg Haehl of 1200 East
According to Greg Haehl of 1200 East, fit is more important than construction and denim for durability. He signed up for the Artisan Challenge to prove it.
Artisan Challenge
Meet the Artisans Q&A: Kenley Chittick of Dumluck
Kenley Chittick, founder of Dumluck, will be wearing a drop-crotch, carrot fit jean made from 15 oz. Japanese selvedge denim for the Artisan Challenge.
Artisan Challenge
Meet the Artisans Q&A: Paul Kruize of paul kruize jeans
paul kruize jeans is a good example of how actions speak louder than words. His bespoke Artisan Challenge jeans are made from 16 oz. Collect denim.
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6 Lightweight Denims That Are Guaranteed To Fade Well
We’ve found these six lightweight denims that prove weight isn’t the only criterion you should choose your jeans based on when looking for great fades.
Artisan Challenge
Meet the Artisans Q&A: Iu Franquesa of Companion Denim
Not surprisingly, Companion Denim, Artisan Challenge co-host, focuses on fades with his Challenge jeans. Find out what the talented artisan is making.
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3 Middleweight Denims That Fade Amazingly
If 15-18 oz. is your thing, then one of these three middleweight denims may win you the coveted Denim World Championship trophy.
Artisan Challenge
Meet the Artisans Q&A: Bela Ujhazy of Hepville
For the Artisan Challenge, Bela Ujhazy of Hepville Custom Clothing is making a pair of trousers from Italian herringbone fabric and 100-year-old linen.
Artisan Challenge
Meet the Artisans Q&A: Jesper Remmerswaal of Tulp Jeans
Jesper Remmerswaal was never good in school, but he found his calling in denim. After making jeans for four years, he signed up for the Artisan Challenge.
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4 Heavyweight Denims Any Raw Denim Fade Addict Should Know
Figuring out which heavyweight jeans will get you the perfect fade is not easy. That’s why we did this guide to our four favourite heavyweight raw denims.
Artisan Challenge
Meet the Artisans Q&A: Lennaert Nijgh of BDD
Lennaert Nijgh doesn’t sit around waiting for good things to fall into his lap. We asked the founder of Benzak Denim Developers how it all started.
Artisan Challenge
Meet the Artisans Q&A: Ryan Martin of W.H. Ranch Dungarees
Founder of W.H. Ranch Dungarees, Ryan Martin joined the Artisan Challenge to prove he makes “the best jeans on the market.”
Artisan Challenge
Meet the Artisans Q&A: Manuel Canova of IMjiT35020 Manufactus
‘Italian jeans’ usually means something that is heavily treated and more Ferrari than Mustang in terms of design. Find out why IMjiT35020 is different.
Artisan Challenge
What Exactly Is This Union of Artisans?
Union of Artisans is a platform established by Jeroen de Wal and Jorrit Klunne to promote industry transparency and artisans, mainly within fashion.
3 Super Heavyweight Denims That Fade Like Hell
Super heavyweight jeans fade in a particular way. The denim’s thickness creates much chunky creases compared to the sharper ones of lighter weight denims.
DWC
Wearing Denim Made This HWDC2 Veteran Start a Business
The DWC could be your way to start a raw denim business. American Benno Cooper launched the shop Chain Stitches after actively taking part in the HWDC2.
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HWDC2 Veteran: “Here’s Why You Should Join the DWC”
Louis Chia met his wife through raw denim and he joined the HWDC2 to share his journey with other aficionados. Here’s why he thinks you should join the DWC.