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The success of the high-end 'distressed’ denim phenomenon

February 24, 2010

The Success Of The High-end ‘distressed’ Denim Phenomenon

For years the hollow claims of every marketing guru who insists that consumers ‘demand authenticity’ has been neatly debunked by…

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Q and Answer: Hem, Cuff or Stack Your Jeans?

February 16, 2010

Q And Answer: Hem, Cuff Or Stack Your Jeans?

Jesse (not me) asks: So since these new Levi’s you posted only come in one length, what do I do…

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It’s On Sale - Levis Vintage Clothing 1947 501s

February 6, 2010

It’s On Sale – Levis Vintage Clothing 1947 501s

These are a much slimmer 501 based on the model introduced in 1947.  I got a pair for Christmas, and…

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Levi's Shrink-to-Fit 501s $32.95 on Amazon

December 29, 2009

Levi’s Shrink-to-Fit 501s $32.95 On Amazon

Levi’s Shrink-to-Fit 501s $32.95 on Amazon I recommend sizing up about 3" in the inseam, and maybe 1" in the…

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Eight Days of Style

December 12, 2009

Eight Days Of Style

Reader Lucy wrote to us to ask that we suggest eight super-basic, affordable Hanukkah gifts for her boyfriend “to replace…

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It’s On Ebay - <i>Crate “Journal” raw denim jeans.</i>

December 7, 2009

It’s On Ebay – Crate “Journal” Raw Denim Jeans.

I bought a pair of these at the Barney’s warehouse sale last spring, and really like them – but be…

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Q and Answer: How Should I Size My Raw Denim?

November 18, 2009

Q And Answer: How Should I Size My Raw Denim?

Andrew writes: I saw your first video, and fell in love with the idea of buying raw denim.  The problem…

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My mother spent several years as a textile conservator

November 4, 2009

My Mother Spent Several Years As A Textile Conservator

My mother spent several years as a textile conservator.  It was her job to clean and preserve fabrics of all…

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