This New Waffle Sweater Shows What Comes After Loopwheeled
Iron Heart’s new IHSW-86 waffle sweater leads us beyond the familiar loopwheel tee, through heavyweight thermals, 11 oz. knits and 14 oz. sweats.
Sashiko for Selvedge: A Step-by-Step Beginner’s Guide
No sewing experience needed. This covers everything you need to start doing sashiko repairs on your jeans—even your heavy selvedge ones.
The Search for the Perfect White T-Shirt
Eight white T-shirts worth keeping—from lightweight Sunspel to double-heavyweight Wonder Looper. Built to last and chosen by someone who looked hard.
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.
Tellason Jeans Explained: Fits, Fabrics, and What to Choose
Choosing Tellason jeans comes down to denim weight and fit. This guide breaks down the brand’s Kaihara selvedge fabrics, key cuts, sizing, care, and buying details.
The Denim Shop Directory I’ve Wanted to Build for Years
A guide series mapping the world’s best denim shops, from legendary denim destinations in Japan to specialist retailers across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific.
These $99 Selvedge Jeans Are Way Better Than Expected
Gustin’s crowdfunding model promises American-made selvedge at unusually low prices. I review the brand’s core fabrics, fits, construction, and pricing model to see whether the value proposition really holds up.
Why KATO Thinks Raw Denim Doesn’t Have to Hurt
From stretch selvedge to heavyweight fabrics, KATO’s approach questions some of raw denim’s most accepted trade-offs.
Try, Try Again: A Pair of Pitch-Perfect Rugby ShirtsÂ
Looking for the best rugby shirts? In this guide, we look at two hard-wearing options that pair perfectly with heavy selvedge and timeless menswear style.
9 Southeast Asian Raw Denim Brands You Should Know AboutÂ
Japanese denim may dominate the conversation, but brands across Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, and Vietnam are building a thriving selvedge scene of their own.
Win a Pair of Custom-Made 20 oz. Black Selvedge Jeans
I’ve teamed up with SOSO Brothers to give away a pair of their new Ghost Double Black jeans.
Ready to Wear: One-Washed Unsanforized Jeans
Get the best of unsanforized selvedge without the sizing risks with these brands that specialize in one-washed unsanforized selvedge.
5 Key Pieces from Bleu de Chauffe
Five pieces from a French brand known for its bags and clothing—see what’s included and how to enter the giveaway.
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.
Shrink-to-Fit Selvedge: How to Buy Unsanforized Jeans
Breaking in unwashed, unsanforized selvedge jeans is a rite of passage—but it’s can easily go wrong. This guide helps you choose the right pair and get the fit (and size) you’re after.
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.
5 Brands That Defined My Denim Story More Than Any Other
Five denim brands that shaped 15 years of running Denimhunters—and what they taught me about raw denim, fades, fit, and denim culture.
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.