I'm told the ones made by Polo Jeans are quite good, what do you think? Classic Blue Jeans style that can be worn with anything, that's what i need.
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So that they last longer good sir!
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Nonsense.
The pricing on denim clothing has little or nothing to do with quality or longevity.
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I used to be part of the 'Levi's only' fraternity until my wife introduced me to the '7 For All Mankind' brand a few years ago. I find that their 'Standard' model is far more comfortable than any of my Levi's and the blue is a nicer err..blue. I see you are in London - Selfridges or Harvey Nicks should be your best bet. Or Harrods if you can face it.
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You want them to last a long time? Don't buy them pre-washed, sanded, rinsed, softened or dashed upon the rocks in a mountain fed stream.
Grayland, nice to know that RL has some quality denim. I have visited the RL store in Highland Park here in Dallas and have never seen such. Nor have I seen RL Japanese selvedge at NM in their RL boutique. Perhaps, Stanley Korshak carries them.
Pricing of denim is not unlike pricing of any clothing. Sometimes it has to do with quality, sometimes it has to do with a name and many times I haven't a clue. There are many different types of product out there in terms of color, fit and cut, detail, and hand. I am finding denim quite versatile and a nice compliment to my wardrobe. just my opinion.
Pricing of denim is not unlike pricing of any clothing. Sometimes it has to do with quality, sometimes it has to do with a name and many times I haven't a clue. There are many different types of product out there in terms of color, fit and cut, detail, and hand. I am finding denim quite versatile and a nice compliment to my wardrobe. just my opinion.
I don't believe they make the RRL jeans anymore. I bought them new, but off of the B&S on StyleForum. Retail was $295, but I paid between $50 and $75 for them. I'd never pay $295 for a pair of jeans unless the supermodel wearing them came with them! I agree about the price/quality issue. I like my STF 501's as much as any pair I have and they cost about $35. You'll like the APC as the plain back pocket allows them to be dressed up a bit.
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I wore mine today...check out WAYWT! I love them. How do levis STF size? I wear a 30 in APC NS, and 31 or 32 in others. They say to order two sizes up...sit in a warm bath for 10 minutes...correct?
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I got some NS today. I like them a lot, very similar to Nudie and some Prada jeans.......mind you A.P.C is a bit Like when Prada was good.
But how about some Bespoke ones with 24 Carat Gold rivets?
But how about some Bespoke ones with 24 Carat Gold rivets?
RRL Selvedge. Fit is great. I have wide hips, so most jeans are uncomfortable. My RRLs are comfortable and stylish in straight leg and button fly. They aren't cheap. $230.
The Bill's jeans are very heavy and not stylish ( a dad jean).
Citizen for Humanity Jager model is a nice skinny jean with a touch of spandex.
The Bill's jeans are very heavy and not stylish ( a dad jean).
Citizen for Humanity Jager model is a nice skinny jean with a touch of spandex.
Ridiculous. Everyone knows they are supposed to be platinum. :aportnoy:
I had the RRL slim bootcut in selvedge/selvage (pretty much a very slight bootcut). I got them on ebay (something like $40 to $80), but I screwed up on the sizing and had to resell them.
Phenomemal jeans, but they were definitely vanity sized. I bought a size 36 (my waist at the time) and they were more like a lowcut 40~41 at the top, probably ideal for someone who had a 38 or 39 inch waist (since it sat on your wider hip bone area, below the waist). I probably needed a size 33 or 34.
If you see deadstock RRL's on ebay, make sure you get the actual measurements and don't end up like me, with phenomenal but poorly fitting jeans.
RRL is available at a select number of Ralph Lauren boutiques. I bought a pair in Atlanta in September of '09. Limited numbers of sizes and cuts. I would definately purchase again, yet I have little need for more than two or three pairs of jeans.
I like Levi's 527 Low Rise Bootcut Jeans. Very stylish and at a good price point. They also have a slender look to them, at least on me.
There was no mention of the word 'classic' in the OP. 501's though, I guess, are okay, but boring IMHO.
I do intend to buy one pair, and one pair only, of True Religion Jeans, and refuse to become addicted to such high priced jeans. Nordstrom Rack has them reduced to almost a workable price point.
There was no mention of the word 'classic' in the OP. 501's though, I guess, are okay, but boring IMHO.
I do intend to buy one pair, and one pair only, of True Religion Jeans, and refuse to become addicted to such high priced jeans. Nordstrom Rack has them reduced to almost a workable price point.
They don't seem to be available now, but they may be coming back--the Lands End Custom pants option offered jeans for a while and provided me the best fitting denim I've owned. 501s are tougher, but having bought several LE custom chinos before the jeans, the fit was spot on and hasn't changed at all with washing. They were if memory serves, less than $100. If you've got short legs, a short rise, muscular thighs and what we ageing athletes refer to as "Runner's Belly" MTM denim jeans are a godsend.
The web site says "This item is not currently available. We're making a few changes, so please check back soon. Or, e-mail us and we'll notify you when they're available." Let's hope.
Talk about great fit at a reasonable price, you specified most of your measurements and in three weeks you had your pants. The first pair went back--at their expense--the rise wasn't right, and the three pairs that followed were perfect.
The web site says "This item is not currently available. We're making a few changes, so please check back soon. Or, e-mail us and we'll notify you when they're available." Let's hope.
Talk about great fit at a reasonable price, you specified most of your measurements and in three weeks you had your pants. The first pair went back--at their expense--the rise wasn't right, and the three pairs that followed were perfect.
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I just took a look at Bluefly's final clearance on jeans, to see if there was anything I might want.
At final markdown, prices ranged from $55-$189, with retail from $175-$426.
Please forgive my ignorance, however I do not know of anything could be done to a pair of denim jeans to give them value worth even the deep discount prices.
I will be the first to admit that the denim now used in standard STF 501s is far below the quality it once was, however for $29 a pair, all day, any day, I believe they are well worth the price.
As for perfect fit, I can buy the proper size and take a bath in them.
If I want a "distressed" look, I wear them.
I find no value in paying top price for a designer name, "style" that will be soon out of fashion, or for someone else to wear out my clothing for me!
At final markdown, prices ranged from $55-$189, with retail from $175-$426.
Please forgive my ignorance, however I do not know of anything could be done to a pair of denim jeans to give them value worth even the deep discount prices.
I will be the first to admit that the denim now used in standard STF 501s is far below the quality it once was, however for $29 a pair, all day, any day, I believe they are well worth the price.
As for perfect fit, I can buy the proper size and take a bath in them.
If I want a "distressed" look, I wear them.
I find no value in paying top price for a designer name, "style" that will be soon out of fashion, or for someone else to wear out my clothing for me!
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When it comes to denim, I shall never need more than my Levi 501 Originals. They look good, seem to last forever and are well priced. Contrary to popular belief, you do not always have to pay a lot for quality...the trick is to pay, just enough!
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