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Category: Denimopedia

Kaihara Selvage
Kaihara Selvage
Kaihara – 13.75 oz Japanese Selvage Denim

This right here is our heritage, our first love, the 13.75 oz. green cast selvage from Kaihara Mills. A tiny sample of this weave left us awe-struck back in 2001, and over twenty years later, we're still amazed by how it ages and develops with time.

Winner winner breaker-inner User Story: Kalle

Meet Kalle: a Nudie Jeans fan, frequent customer, and friend for many years. When we reopened the refurbished shop in June 2021, Kalle was invited to check out the new digs and try out the new features. But, more importantly, he won a pair of drys of his choice and a feature user story.

Battle of the flyest: zipper vs. buttons

Button or zip fly? Which one is better? Is there a superior method of keeping the fly shut, or is it only a matter of preference? While there's no right or wrong answer, we strive to offer some context and history on the subject.

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What the FAQ - Do jeans get looser with time?

Will jeans get looser over time? It wouldn't be a stretch to state that they probably will.

What the FAQ - Does Nudie recycle jeans?

One of the missions here at Nudie Jeans is for all Nudie jeans to be taken care of before and after purchase. This means we must recycle and develop techniques with our manufactures for incorporating recycled Nudie Jeans fabrics into our collections.

What the FAQ - Will vinegar stop my jeans from fading?

In this episode of What the FAQ, we tackle one of the most peculiar questions we have had sent in to date ­– “will vinegar stop my jeans from fading?”

What the FAQ - What's the deal with the weight of the jeans?

Ounces here and Oz's there, so what is all this talk about denim and imperial units? In this episode of What the FAQ, we're looking into what is so interesting about heavy denim and what it might bring to the table for you.

What the FAQ - What washing techniques do you use for pre-washed jeans?

Jeans come in all kinds of blue. Along the way, jeans are treated and processed in all sorts of ways. Join us as Kevin explains the magic and the techniques behind a pair of pre-washed jeans.

How to find perfect fitting jeans

You might not always know what to get, but coming prepared is never a bad thing. Here’s a guide on how you buy the best pair of jeans you’ve ever had. And, what to think about when getting jeans. Hopefully, it’s a pair of Nudie Jeans denim.

What the FAQ - Will dry jeans color wear off?

All dry jeans bleed differently, but with a new pair, you can always expect a little. So, join Kaine as he gets into the nitty-gritty of how bleed in your jeans is, in fact, the only way to achieve those wicked fades.

What the FAQ - Does Nudie Jeans Climate Compensate?

So, does Nudie Jeans climate compensate for our emissions? H*ll yeah, we do, and a lot more than that. In this episode, Kevin takes moment to explain to what extent, we work with our climate compensation.