We gave you the Idiots Guide to Denim care a couple weeks ago. This week we’re going a little more in depth and teaching you how to conquer the world of buying perfect-fitting jeans. You know what that means; kiss your high-water and saggy pants goodbye! This season we’re all about a taylored fit to give you a polished look. How can you tell a perfect pair from a not-so-perfect pair, you ask? GQ interviewed 5 of the top denim designers in the country to pick their minds for their denim-buying secrets. Check them out below.
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- “When in doubt, less is more. Start with a clean, dark one-rinse or be brave and go raw.”—3×1 Founder and Designer
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- “Fashion is not that complicated—it’s more about proportion than knowing about the newest, coolest shit. A shorter dude, for example, should always wear a tapered leg.”—Naked and Famous Founder and Designer
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- “The number one mistake? Buying a jean that fits perfectly. It’ll stretch about a full size during your first 30 wears, so always size down.”—Baldwin Founder and Designer
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- “Look under the hood and inspect the make: The cleaner the seam work, the smoother it’ll feel against your skin.”—Levi’s Vintage Clothing and Levi’s Made & Crafted Creative Director
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- “Cuff your jean—especially when the fabric is selvedge. One turn or two turns. I cuff mine at about 1 1/2 inches to hit just above the ankle.”—J.Crew Head of Men’s Design
