Are selvedge jeans worth it?

Whether you need convincing or not, buying selvedge denim is an investment. For those who want the best, selvedge denim offers all the hallmarks of quality similar to that of a well-made suit. Personal preferences aside, I’ve owned several pairs of them over the years.

What is so special about selvedge denim?

Selvedge denim is made on a shuttle loom that means the resulting fabric is narrower (typically a yard wide) and is associated with premium quality.

Is selvedge denim uncomfortable?

Denim expert Scott Morrison of New York brand 3×1 on why you should still wear them. Jeans are supposed to be comfortable. And yet for months—even a year or so—raw, selvage denim is decidedly not.

Why is selvedge denim so expensive?

Selvedge denim is expensive because the weave is tighter and denser – and the production process itself is more labor intensive, on more delicate equipment. The main takeaway is when you buy selvedge denim, you are getting premium denim that is denser and less likely to fray.

Why are selvedge jeans better?

Denimheads and industry people all agree that selvedge denim fades ‘better’ than non-selvedge denim. The slower pace of shuttle looms puts less tension on the yarn. And it’s a fact that shuttle looms tolerate more slubs in the yarn, which add character to the denim. Shuttle-loomed denim is also naturally softer.

What is Japanese selvedge?

What is Japanese selvedge denim? Formerly known as self-edge, Japanese selvedge denim occurs by way of unique production techniques. A selvedge end is tightly woven on both sides of the fabric and it prevents the denim from unravelling. You may also like: 7 Best Japanese Watch Brands.

Is selvedge denim more durable?

Selvedge denim is a more durable form of denim produced in narrower bolts of fabric by vintage shuttle looms. These antique shuttle looms are unique because they can also produce clean, finished edges on the denim fabric as it comes off the loom- hence the name “self-edge.”

How can I tell if my jeans are selvedge?

You can identify a pair of selvedge jeans by looking at the seams (inside the outseam). In the photo above, the selvedge is white with a red identifier. Denim mills use a variety of colored yarns to create unique designs. Non-selvedge jeans require a cleaning stitch to keep the outseam from unraveling.

Should I wash selvedge denim?

To achieve the best fit possible, we highly recommend you wear your jeans for at least 3 to 6 months before washing them. However, if you feel compelled to wash them earlier then we recommend at a minimum a full week of consistent wear.

How do you know if jeans are good quality?

Quality jeans are made from a stronger, heavier weight of denim. They should not only look luxurious but feel luxurious, too. So get your hands on the fabric when shopping. Generally speaking, apart from summer jeans, lightweight denim (i.e. anything below 12-ounces) may equate to a lower quality.

Which jeans are the strongest?

Durable Jeans: Top Picks

• Levi’s Selvedge Vintage 1954 501’s.
• Unbranded Brand UB201′s( on Amazon)
• Naked & Famous Wierd Guy Indigo Selvedge 13oz( on Amazon)
• Rag & Bone Skinny Jeans (raw indigo)

Why Japanese denim is the best?

Why is Japanese denim considered the best? High-quality Japanese denim is considered the best because it’s woven on old shuttle looms and made using premium fabrics and natural indigo dyes. The result is often raw selvedge denim, which delivers unique colour, texture, and appearance.