Jul
Levi’s SALE ALERT: Take another 50% off SALE merch with promo code JULY50 today only. A great option if you’re in the market for a nice ($50) trucker jacket for the fall. This “trucker-work” jacket looks like another interesting option. They run small FYI.
There’s also a smattering of jeans available, most around $20 with promo. Also, selvage 501 dad jeans for $45.
For those of you folks on the ramen-noodle budget — or are like me and just like the button-fly and higher rise of the 501s.
Jul
L & M Vintage: Denim - A Riveting History
If you want to learn more about denim’s history, this is a worthwhile read from landmvintage:
My newest “vintage mission” is to find a pair of authentic old blue jeans. This is no easy task and requires a ton of education before setting out spelunking through thrift stores and estate sales. It is easy to be fooled by all the fake “vintage” denim on the market not to mention all the vintage-inspired lines that have been marketed by many denim companies in recent years. As part of my-self education, I have come across some interesting photos and facts about our historical love affair with denim - here are a few of my favorites:
Jun
It’s on sale: Polo Ralph Lauren selvedge jeans
Mr. Porter’s sale continues with discounts up to 70% today, which basically takes things that are “really outrageously expensive” and marks them down to simply “expensive”. However, these slim-straight jeans with a button-fly seem rather reasonable — perhaps even cheap — at $43.50 ($56 with shipping). It’s recommended you size down (so if you’re a 34” waist, then go for a 32” sizing).
Jun
The myth & authenticity dispelled..
I never understand why people buy pre-distressed denim. It looks so fake — because it is fake! Part of the joy of wearing denim is breaking it in and having your body mold the material to your body. Seems like a huge waste of time, money and labor for a company to even bother to offer such a thing.
Feb
Levi’s latest fit for men: The Ex-Girlfriend Jean — OK, now these hipsters are just fucking with us.
Aug
Here’s a fun how-to post: make a wine bag from the legs of jeans. (For details, click on the pic above or link below.)
via Design*Sponge
For all of you who did the jean and khaki cutoff shorts this summer, here’s a classier way to carry your wine than the paper bag from the grocery store.
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