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.
Denim Destination: Q&A with Kiya Babzani from Self Edge
Self Edge is an authority in the raw denim scene. Here’s the Q&A I did with founder Kiya Babzani for the article I wrote for Sportswear International.
How to Photograph Denim Fades the Right Way
We all might know a thing or two about fading denim, but most of us need a little work when it comes to photographing our fades.
Why Rivet & Hide Is One of My Top 10 Denim Destinations
Rivet & Hide is one of the world’s finest ‘rare denim’ retailers. Here’s the Q&A I did with co-founder Danny Hodgson as part of the research for the ‘top 10 denim stores’ article I wrote for issue #289 of Sportswear International.
Fable or Fact? Examining 3 Common Raw Denim Myths
The Indigo Invitational puts some of the most pervasive denim fading myths to the test. This post looks at three myths surrounding wearing and washing raw denim.
Buying Jeans for Fades? Don’t Fall for These Fading Myths!
The Indigo Invitational Fade Contest is forcing us to re-evaluate some of the most pervasive denim fading myths. In this post, we look at myths that influence what we buy.
Henrik Brund on Why Brund is a Denim Destination
In issue 290 of Sportswear International, you’ll find a 10-page article about my ten favourite denim stores. Here are Henrik Brund’s original answers to a Q&A I used for my research to write about the store he opened in 2004, Brund.
Menno van Meurs About Why Tenue de Nîmes is a Denim Destination
On October 18, 2019, issue 290 of Sportswear International was published. In it, you’ll find a 10-page article about my ten favourite denim stores. Here are Menno van Meurs of Tenue de Nîmes’ original answers to a Q&A I used for my research.
How to Wash Raw Denim and Why You Should (S01E15)
In this episode, Jake and I talk about denim care and how to wash jeans. We discuss the pros and cons of never or at least very infrequent washing, as well as the different washing methods we recommend.
How to Clean and Condition Your Boots (S01E13)
Keeping your boots clean and properly conditioning is not only important because it makes them look good. It’ll also make them last longer. So in this episode, Jake and I talk about boot care.
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.
40s Meet 60s In This Collab Between Swedish and Japanese Denimheads
The story and details of the collaboration jeans of Indigo Veins, Göteborg Manufaktur and Denim-Base.
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.
How Leather Is Made and Types of Leather (S01E08)
In this episode of The Denim & Boots Podcast, Jake and I talk about leather, how it’s made, and the types of leather that’re used for boots and jackets.
Shirts to Wear with Denim and Boots (S01E07)
In the seventh episode of The Denim & Boots Podcast, Jake and Thomas talk about the different types of shirts that’re popular as part of the heritage style.
Ruedi Karrer Answers 10 FAQs He Gets from Instagrammers
Ruedi Karrer aka @swissjeansfreak spends up to one hour a day answering direct messages on Instagram. In this blog post, he answers 10 of the frequently asked questions he gets.
How Denim is Made Determines How It Fades (S01E06)
In the sixth episode of the podcast, Jake and I discuss the five stages of making denim, and how they each affect the fades you can expect.
How Second Sunrise Became a Must-Visit Denim Destination
In this in-depth review, I take a close look at why Second Sunrise in Stockholm is one of Scandinavia’s best denim destinations.
Jackets To Wear With Jeans and Boots (S01E04)
In the fourth episode of The Denim & Boots Podcast, Jake and I talk about the jackets that we (and other denimheads) often wear with our jeans and boots.
Concrete Matter Discusses the Impact and Adoption of Military Style
In this third instalment of Will Varnam’s series about vintage military style, we talk to Tomas Huveneers from Amsterdam’s vintage store, Concrete Matter, about how vintage military design has impacted contemporary menswear and how to wear it with jeans.