aho

Turns out I need to have a kid to have a chance at winning this contest! 

8 hours ago, Broark said:

They have a way of ruining everything they touch, don't they?

It's tough...You love to see a great niche mom and pop brand get the recognition but also, get off my lawn bandwagoners I liked them first (for at least the last 16 years I might add) 😂

15 hours ago, Broark said:

Not as interested in the S&S pair personally, I already have the war jeans from last year. They’ve been hinting about what look like some late 1890s type trousers made from duck canvas for Inspiration. Would get out there if it was closer!

Looks like the new pair will be made of the XX4 denim (and standard pocket fabric) based on the latest Standard and Strange newsletter...Looking forward to getting my pair since I missed out on the XX4 "Dull" fabric last year, and it'll be nice sizing up to a roomy 40. 

Fast faders, but also keep in mind fit; These are my dedicated pair, but since I upsized them I'm not getting as much wear and sharp creasing, but at the same time I know the crotch won't blow out. Anyways, we're all in it for the long haul, you still have time! 

Friends, break out the NEW STANDARDs, we're stacking again 🫡

https://www.instagram.com/p/DG5YrZHyBpc/

@Talan for HK, seek no further than Take 5: 
https://take5hk.com

Workware is also interesting for their own in-house items:
https://www.workwarehk.com

@julian-wolf feel free to slow down for the rest of us 😂

9 hours ago, okimoto said:

Any indications when they'll go up for pre-order?

Wish I had an exact date, but not sure! Model number is "0125" though (ie: "SOA03XXD-0125"), so my guess is relatively soon if not in the next couple months?

Anyone else following Omoto?

https://www.instagram.com/omotodenim_japan/
https://omotodenim.jp/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaaJntzScG05vQAAM_i3CCXALOnbD-qn18a3dvDNfLkaCc0-rjbQAIih2WQ_aem_XEAGw4sldtAl0YZx4RJuXw

https://www.instagram.com/p/DGcgz2nTTCl/

New 03 run coming to S&S 🫣 Looks like I can finally snag a pair 

Just about one month in and the fades are already looking good (I'm guessing for all of us) 🙏

2 hours ago, Alec Leamas said:

I know, given the rate of fading, and the roping seen here - I can't imagine how they're going to look in 6 months, let alone 18!

Kind of happy about this to be honest...Will be nice to see some absolutely shredded out and faded jeans after 18 months for a true long wear look! And also gives us time to wear other jeans if temptation calls 😆

Another one! Ryo vs Hiro’s pair, I’ll definitely be wearing these on #WOMCON off days, looking forward to the release, though honestly I’ve never tried the single back pocket style so it’ll be an interesting adjustment

Amoskeag fabric progress lifted off their IG story

1 hour ago, jkbrwn said:

Na, not many of them. Before I got into ultralight backpacking, I had one and it was very much MiVietnam. Was still a great pack though if you wanted something bomber. Their firefighting packs still may be though. 

With the purchase by YETI, Mystery Ranch is said to be phased out by EOY unfortunately, though the government contracted stuff will continue on under the same name

Wasn't expecting non-Levi's DSB's so these Cowboy's really piqued my interest:

https://www.instagram.com/p/DFuS8wnTjVM/?img_index=1

Unexpected third wash due to a little slip and fall into icy mud today...Still drying but will post pictures if there's any notable changes. Was hoping to hold off to set in the whiskering 😅

I too had a period, let's call it 2016-2022, when denim was put on the back burner for more comfortable items like stretch waistband Uniqlo slacks and easy pants (styled with outdoor/tech wear), but also came full circle. Things got a bit too cosplay and stale for me if I'm being honest. Now I'd say I sort of just mix everything, with a focus on comfort, but have to admit that paying attention to trends and mixing in some of those "fashionable" items has kept things more fun, if not admittedly more capitalist lol. For example, I don't think I've ever loved a belt as much as my OUR LEGACY 2CM belt. I still mix in the odd Arcteryx jacket etc. for practicality (spend a good amount of time outdoors), but maybe layered with some army surplus, reverse weave sweatshirts, and some Alden's to clean it all up. But yeah, I'm definitely happier with my outfits now and have basically settled on this "look".  

22 hours ago, Jared_Lee said:

No, it's kind of the opposite. Something like where the bottom third of the pocket down to just below, the pattern doesn't remove enough fabric from the seat between the pocket and back rise seam if that makes sense. I am not a pattern maker, so the solution is above my paygrade. I just noticed it's a bit unflattering between the pockets and below on the seat for quite a few of us. Thankfully not hungry bum though. Well, I don't think I've seen bF's back shots yet...

Genuine question, isn't this just what we used to call "anti fit"? 

21 hours ago, indigoeagle said:

Junky often has bigger sizes.
Also for the new WH shirts, special order. But many already sold out there.

Agreed, this is fabulous! I'm an XXL kind of guy 😂

5 hours ago, bartlebyyphonics said:

plus: excellent fit @aho: what is waist size of 40 after wash and wear pls?!

Clocking 46.5cm (BiG style) after two hot washes, but I wear them loose and figure they'd stretch if someone was apt. Gotta say these may be my favorite fitting jeans in a long time though. Looks like I'm going size 40 on everything moving forward 😂

 

2 hours ago, CSL said:

Apparently I've been neglecting this thread in favor of the 'pictures' one so didn't notice all the cheering Happy Birthdays until just now. Thanks you all!!!

Missed it too but Happy 6-0 @CSL!!

1945 in case anyone missed it: