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Never heard of SP, but checked the site, jeans look nice! Would love an actual measurements table inline, and not an image that is cut off though, us 36/38 folk getting shafted. 

9 hours ago, beautiful_FrEaK said:

Whenever possible I try to hang my jeans on the rack and try to do these things.

We all know you have a pair of jorts under there BF.

16 hours ago, theone said:

Any update on the new release?

Kiya said 3–4 weeks.

What's the general consensus for Resolute 714s as far as shrinkage is concerned?

BEARS' are one-washed but I can expect considerable shrinkage after washing and drying a couple of times?

Thanks @Cold Summer, it probably has to do with me always telling myself I need to put two years of wear on each pair to justify the $$$$.

Regarding contests, I get that @chicote, it is way more interesting to have the same denim, see how they fade with different fits (sizing up, down, or TTS), and how people utilize them to get their fades. I mean, if you distill it down, isn't buying raw denim really about the fading? I believe most people, especially those that have been in the game for at least a few pairs, know that buying the slimmer cuts will get you the best fades. The tightness will permanently crease more, and the "constant pressure" will aid in indigo loss. Compared to a loose cut, "vintage" fades just take longer. You buy a jean for the denim and the details. You stick with them to have a "cool" faded pair down the road. In today's age, people lose interest in a competition that's more than a year long so they choose the faster-fading types of denim, the slimmer cuts, and comps that run a year max. But how can you compete with SE Asia when they wear their 25oz tight af jeans year-round in 115s and 100% humidity?

Full disclosure, I have entered the Indigo Invitational for 2024. Looking forward to it, so trying to wear all my other denim as much as possible for the next five months.

Not a 66 type jeans but my new SDA 508 are 12 oz, and I agree, so comfortable. Almost doesn't feel like denim when you are used to 14.5 and above.

They look great now @beautiful_FrEaK, I am assuming you are aiming for minimal shrinkage once you soak?

My own personal anecdote is that the first three months of ownership are always the best, said jeans being new and all. The way it finally settles after that initial crispness. Then, three to nine months is usually the least interesting, occasionally uplifted by some electric blue peaking through in direct sunlight, but generally a stale wear period. They don't look new, they don't look worn. A middle ground.  After that—nine to twelve months—there's a renewed love since the thighs suddenly start showing a distinct color difference from the lower legs, or the wallet fade is beginning to make way to a hole forming. This usually re-energizes me to wear the pair again more often and then it seems to accelerate to a point where they need repairs, but look their best in between fixes. Until finally, the cost ratio of how many repairs have been made and may need to be done in the future encourages me to find a new pair. This, for me, usually happens between 2.5–3.5 years (maybe even 2-3). I try to keep about 4-5 pairs in constant rotation and not get on the hype train of buying every brand/model and having it sitting in my closet where my tastes (or weight) could change drastically in a few years. A funny thing with denim though, it's the one area in life I don't have a specific brand allegiance. I love trying different brands and often seek new brands. I kinda dig that.

We got a new date for the SExI26? Me birthday has been and gone...

Where did you get the Rocket Saddles from @DC2020? They look great!

Dang, was checking Self Edge dot com yesterday to see if the new Imperials had dropped. 

How much they cost in USD buying from the source @Flash?

Heading to Japan in November and trying to not buy any jeans until I'm over there...

Slubby denim is really full of character. 
EDO-AI for reference.

I have always washed my jeans buttoned up so they don't get snagged on other jeans. I usually wash a few of my jeans together, without any other clothes. I have not come across any problems. 

Hey K, are you ever getting a restock of the Sugar Cane BSPBK? Of course, the 36 are out...Also, that fit (from measurements) is so nice. Natural taper for us wanting a skinny but relaxed fit. Any plans to release an indigo version down the line?

Also, shoutout to Josiah and Blake, was great to talk to them for a good while at SELA! 

4 hours ago, fresh1 said:

...but they're on their last legs.

When you say last legs, there are too many holes to repair and just overall thinness of denim? Because those look so good!

23 hours ago, blooming said:

Already failed, I can't hold off on wearing these TCB's lmao

I put on my SD-508, and they never came off, so in the same boat. Mostly because I saw something this weekend, and I know what will be my contest pair now.

2 hours ago, itschrisb said:

I’m more than likely entering this year, but I wanted to ask if anyone knew if it has to be a pair of denim jeans to enter.

Their rules are here. But you could email or hit them up on IG and ask.

I don't feel you NEED to run super heavy/skinny denim to have a chance, but I get you, those South Easterners are nuts! Showing up with 33oz denim in 110 degrees with 100% humidity? That's a no from me. Something to note, the East is getting its own conference so it might give the rest of us a slight chance.

I'm aiming for a pair that will be comfortable year-round and go from there. Watching Imperial, Resolute, Momotaro, Warehouse, Eternal, and Denime. But looking for a higher rise with a natural taper or a slim straight in the 12-16 oz range in the end.

Is anyone going to enter? I registered with a pair of Studio D'Artisan SD-508. It's a full 6 months out, though. With the new Self Edge x Imperial collaboration coming out and a trip to Japan, I'm sure the pair I will be wearing will change multiple times.

I got myself a pair of SD-508 today from Okayama Denim. Never had a pair of SD before. The details look great. 

Tomorrow preview, on sale Saturday 10th @ 12PM PST.

(wild guess but K?)

My bday is August 2nd so what a treat!

I'm gonna say Oz flag and Kangaroo / US flag and an...Eagle

Where did you find those @Iffy Kong?

3XXX denim is just another level. Period.