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The Selvedge Journal

Notes on Denim

Care guides, fit breakdowns, and dispatches from the workshop floor โ€” for anyone who thinks about their jeans more than they should.

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The Science of a Good Fade

Whiskers, honeycombs, stacks โ€” why raw indigo fades the way it does, and how to wear one pair long enough to see it happen.

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How to Wash Raw Denim (Or Whether To At All)
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How to Wash Raw Denim (Or Whether To At All)

The six-month rule, the freezer myth, and what actually happens when indigo meets water.

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Reading a Denim Label Like a Pro
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Reading a Denim Label Like a Pro

Ounce weight, warp vs. weft, and what "selvedge" actually guarantees about a pair of jeans.

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Trucker Jacket, Three Ways
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Trucker Jacket, Three Ways

Layered over a hoodie, buttoned to the collar, or slung over the shoulder โ€” one jacket, three seasons.

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Inside the Naroda Workshop
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Inside the Naroda Workshop

A walk through the cutting floor, the rivet press, and the finishing line where every pair gets checked twice.

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Finding Your Rise: A Quick Guide
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Finding Your Rise: A Quick Guide

Low, mid, or high โ€” the difference comes down to where the waistband sits, and it changes everything else about the fit.

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Why We Kept the Rivets Copper
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Why We Kept the Rivets Copper

Zinc rivets are cheaper and don't oxidize. Here's why we still use the metal that scars a little.

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