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/ Fade Friday /
Fade Friday – Iron Heart 634S (4.5 Years, 4 Washes)
Does Iron Heart ever disappoint when it comes to fades? In short, no. Sent in by Belgium’s Wim Behaeghe, this pair of Iron Heart 634S’ have been worn for four and a half years now and they’re more than worthy of a spot in our growing archive of solid Iron Heart fades.
These IHs have all the trappings of a nicely faded pair of raw denim with heavy dye loss on the thighs and seat, and some character-providing damage through fraying, small holes, and general rocking. The honeycombs are slightly on the subtle side but have wrapped around to the fronts of the knees where dye loss is the strongest. Add in some roping on the hems and some killer whiskers and all the Fade Friday boxes are ticked.
Making these jeans even more special is the fact Wim wore them during the birth of his child. Never throw these out Wim – that’s the ultimate hand-me-down.
You can follow Wim on Instagram.
Iron Heart 634S Raw Denim Jeans
Fabric: 100% cotton sanforized Japanese raw selvedge denim
Fabric weight: 21 oz.
Fabric source: Japan
Made in: Japan
Fit: Straight
Additional Details:
Iron Heart’s signature model
Button fly
Hidden rivets
Poly/cotton constructional stitching
Available at: Iron Heart for $325
/ In Partnership with Blue Beach Denim /
Blue Beach Denim has much more to offer than just their titular blue jeans. The Taiwanese retailer has dozens of the best brands from all over the world, including German label Hidden Aces and its beautiful waxed canvas jackets.
Check out all of their stock and enjoy free shipping worldwide on orders over $150 at Blue Beach Denim.
/ New Releases /
Fatigues have hit the big time in the last 5 years but very few brands are producing proper OG 107s with the correct fabric, fit, and detailing. And despite being an American military classic, there’s a real lack of American brands producing high-quality, historically-informed 107 Fatigue Pants. Until now.
Made in USA powerhouse Left field NYC has opened pre-orders for its 107 60’s Era Gi Chinos in 12 oz. Cotton Back Satin. As the name would suggest, these Fatigues are crafted in the USA from 12 oz. cotton back satin, which has been reproduced by a Japanese textile mill to mirror original examples. But Left Field didn’t stick to the prerequisite OD green, they opened this classic up into a trio of colorways that includes black and khaki options.
In terms of silhouette, these have a high rise and a full leg. They’re on the wider side of straight leg without being super baggy. Details include front and back patch pockets, vintage reproduction military buttons, and a Hollywood waistband. If you’re unfamiliar with a Hollywood waistband, it’s where the waistband is created using stitching and/or pleats, rather than being a separate band of fabric sewn onto the pant. 60s-era Fatigues had this detail, so of course the ever-discerning Left Field included it on their repro.
As a perennial fatigue wearer, I’m geeked over all three colorways. If you haven’t tried Fatigues before, go for the Olive green. It’s an undeniable wardrobe staple. Just pair with a quality sweater/sweatshirt and a denim jacket and you’re set. If you’re a fatigue aficionado already, draw for one of the lesser-seen colorways. I have a feeling these will be an instant classic.
Available from Left Field NYC for $230.
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If the last 3 years have taught us anything, it’s that Chelsea Boots are among the most versatile boots out there. They can do it all, from rough ‘n’ rugged to rest ‘n’ recreation, all while looking fantastic. If you want something more elevated than a certain wildly popular Tasmanian boot, Meermin has you covered with its Waxy Calf Chelsea.
This edition of Meermin’s popular Chelsea is crafted from Waxy Calf leather from Prime Tanning Industries. Meermin maximizes the beauty of this thick, vegetable-tanned leather with a wholecut upper, meaning it’s entirely made from one piece of leather and only stitched together at the back of the heel, making for a sleek and beautiful silhouette. Of course, it also has a Goodyear welted sole, making it fully recraftable and placing these Chelseas in the upper echelon of pull-on-and-go stompers.
Each pair is fitted with a tonal lug sole that balances style and utility, dual pull tabs for easy put-on, horsehide lining, and a vegetable-tanned leather insole. And thanks to Meermin’s direct-to-consumer-only model, these clock in under $270. Considering you can wear these on pretty much any occasion, and re-sole if needed, that’s a lot of boot for your buck.
Available for $265 from Meermin.
/ Weekly Rundown /
Popeye & Men’s Club Illustrator, Kazuo Hozumi, passes away at 94 – Yahoo! Japan
Crafted By Fire: Episode 2 – Sequoia National Forest – Iron & Resin
25 Stories that Show the Right Gift Can Change Your Life – Huckberry
Seven Arrested After ‘Inhuman’ Attack on Denim Factory Executive – Sourcing Journal
Lab-Grown Diamonds: Do They Live Up to the Hype? – Eco Cult
Mega Penguins, The Giant Extinct Birds Of Prehistoric Times – All That’s Interesting
What does the tightness of our clothes say about our emotions? You’d be surprised – The Guardian
From Necessity to Expression: The Journey of Fashion Through Time – Crown Northampton
Restoring Trails & Building Community In the Heart of the Japanese Alps – Field Mag
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