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Fade Friday – Big John R009 (2 Years, 9 Washes, 1 Soak)
/ Fade Friday /
Tinker Hatfield once said he designed Air Jordan sneakers so that you can tell exactly which model it was from 50 yards away. In the same vein, if someone can see the fades in your jeans from the same distance, we think it’s safe to say that your pair is just a cut above the rest. Case in point: Jay’s pair of Big John ROO9 Jeans seen here, and deserving of being featured as this week’s Fade Friday.
Maybe something is happening in the atmosphere in Malaysia, but the degree to Jay’s fades are pretty phenomenal for a two-year-old pair, especially when you consider he only wears them on the weekends. The indigo loss has been cranked well past 11 on the dial, so much so that it may be a stretch to call these ‘blue’ jeans in just a few months time. Still, there’s great contrast, solid roping, and super-defined fades abound, all making this a super special pair from one of Japan’s oldest denim labels.
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Big John R009 Raw Denim Jeans
Fabric: 100% cotton selvedge denim
Fabric weight: 15.5 oz.
Fabric source: Japan
Made in: Japan
Fit: Slim
Additional Details:
Unsanforized
Button fly
Indigo-dyed deerskin leather patch
Hidden polyester reinforcing stitching
Available at: Franklin and Poe for $380
/ New Releases /
Move over Iron Heart, there’s a new heavy flannel in town, and its hailing from New England. While the Japanese label’s formidable Ultra Heavy Flannel weighs in at 12oz., Warren’s Six Season Flannel ups the ante to 16oz.
You can see every yarn from about ten paces in this thick weave Warren custom developed with American Woolen in Connecticut. But it’s still soft and forgiving like a childhood blanket, and you can get lost staring at the visible weave that’s been pattern matched into the burly shirt you see above at New England Shirt Co. in Massachusetts.
It’s a straightforward pattern with some nice vintage detailing: hidden button down collar, hidden pen entry in one of the flap chest pockets, and corozo nut buttons. This is the beefiness Big Yank aspired to decades ago, but being as Warren is from New England, you can call it Big Yankee.
Available in Birch Buffalo, Peat Herringbone, and Blue Hour Ombre plaids for $295 at Warren.
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One of the best things about summer is how the heat means that water-based activities are almost always on the cards. In fact, yesterday I visited a friend who, shortly after my arrival, asked, “Shall we go and have a dip in the sea?”. Living on the coast means that a quick swim in the sea can turn into a beautifully spontaneous day at the beach. Sadly, I was wearing some heavyweight terry shorts, which, while comfortable, weren’t suitable for diving into the ocean.
Some folks address this quandary by wearing swim shorts all summer, but this means being a slave to uncomfortable mesh linings, short inseams, and a lack of utility other than quick-drying. Iron & Resin recognised this and crafted a simple yet formidable solution – the Solimar Short.
It’s abundantly clear that Solimar Short is designed by people who get the most out of life. Made from a 90% polyester / 10% spandex blend, the Solimar is lightweight, quick-drying, with a perfect touch of stretch to improve movement. A regular fit with an 18″ outseam provides that perfect silhouette that sits above the knee without approaching short-short territory, and the drawstring waist means there’s no excessive puckering in the waistband. The waistline is also customized with a handy loop for your sunglasses, goggles, bottle opener – whatever you need quick access to in your downtime.
Where the Solimar Short really shines is how it balances its amphibious specs with rugged utility. Each pair is fitted with secure zippered front pockets and rear patch pockets with snap closures (one with additional zipper compartment) — so no more worries about your valuables slipping out if you get into some healthy rough and tumble. The Solimar is here to make sure your family stories are about days on the trail and impromptu surf sessions, not your car keys falling out of your Speedos while on holiday in Cape Cod.
Trail or lake, city or seaside, Iron and Resin’s Solimar Short is a warm-weather companion for anyone looking for a bit more out of their water-ready short options.
Available at Iron & Resin for $79.
It’s an interesting time in the world of denim. Not only are there an array of fabrics and weights to consider, but the sheer number of cuts could cause decision paralysis for a lifetime. Imagine a ranch hand walking into the dry goods store in the 195os and asking whether the 501s were 14 ounce or not? Or if they came in a skinny/baggier fit? It just was what it was, and you wore them.
The MP25007 Lot 001 XX Indigo denim from The Real McCoy’s – apart from its name- is reminiscent of this straightforward time, where you would just trust that a brand’s standard offering was going to do you good no matter what. It’s modeled after ’50s 501s when the jump from workwear to schoolwear was percolating, meaning a straight cut with a little taper to keep things tidy.
The 14.25 oz. unsanforized (but one wash) selvedge denim boasts a ‘7 time’ dyeing method, resulting in a true old-school indigo blue tone that will fade nicely over time, just like the originals. Unlike the originals, however, the MP25007 is made in Japan to a much higher standard that surpasses the originals in an act of hyper-homage. Each pair features a custom McCoy’s leather waist patch and a pocket flasher worth framing.
Available for $480 from Lost & Found.
The Real McCoy’s stays setting the gold standard even in the summer heat, thanks to instant classics like the Joe McCoy Panama Shirt.
Modeled after the classic loop collar camp shirt that dominated 40s and 50s leisurewear, their tasteful rendition features all the right design cues, from its patch chest pocket and wide placket to its subtle rear shoulder pleats.
However, what sends this shirt into another climate is its basket-weave construction. A deviation from the traditional plain weave, this cotton shirt’s grid-like knit results in a fun texture and effortless drape, making it a no-brainer on those days when it’s too hot to create outfit grids in your head. Closed out with a scarily authentic woven label at the neck, just do us a favor and keep the top button unbuttoned.
Available for $233 from Lost & Found.
/ Weekly Rundown /
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Why This Boot Looks Better Destroyed – Carl Murawski
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