Why Loopwheeled T-Shirts Are Only the Starting Point
Loopwheeled used to feel like the deep end. In this issue, I’m looking at what comes after it—and what happens when once-niche denim knowledge moves further into the mainstream.
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.
The One Thing Only Super Heavyweight Denim Can Do
There’s something only super heavyweight selvedge can do to your fades. Here’s what it is, why it happens, and where to start your own journey.
We Knew It Was the End, But Saying Goodbye Isn’t Easy
After more than a decade, one of Iron Heart’s most celebrated denims is reaching the end of the road. But there’s also some good news in this issue of the DH Weekly.
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.
My Fit Guide Finally Helps You Find Jeans That Actually Fit
Fit category and leg shape are two completely different things—but my fit guide from 2018 treated them as one. I’ve just fixed that error, and now it just … fits.
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.
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.
Denimhead Gifts Under $150: Our 2025 Budget Gift Guide
From fade-friendly soap to indigo-dyed essentials, this guide rounds up the best gift ideas for denimheads—all our favourite picks in 2025 under $150.
Denim Lovers’ Gifts $150-$400: Our 2025 Big-Spend Gift Guide
Hand-picked gift ideas for denimheads—from indigo staples to rugged layers and refined accessories. All priced between $150 and $400.
Well-Made Gifts Over $400: Our 2025 Extravagant Gift Guide
Looking for a top-shelf gift for the denim lover in your life? You’ll find one on this rugged holiday gift guide for those who want to give the very best.
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 new Lightweight N1 solves that problem.
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.
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.
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.
Anchors Aweigh! The Best Naval-Inspired Outerwear of 2024
The falling leaves bring with them a host of new serious cool-weather and cold-weather outerwear from some of our favourite rugged brands.
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.
Slim Pickings: The Best of Slim-Fitting Selvedge Jeans
If you’re looking for the absolute best-fitting pair of jeans that can also fade beautifully, these pairs should be at the top of your list.
Iron in the Fire: 500 Days in Iron Heart’s IHSH-33 Denim Shirt
Is Iron Heart’s iconic IHSH-33 selvedge western shirt the best denim shirt in the game? In this review, we put it to the test to find out.