These Jeans Offer Serious Quality at a Ridiculously Good Price - Gear Patrol

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• These Jeans Offer Serious Quality at a Ridiculously Good Price - Gear Patrol
• I Tested 7 Pairs of Lightweight Jeans in 90-Degree Heat - Yahoo Lifestyle
• Review: 4 women try Everlane's Authentic Stretch denim - Insider - INSIDER

These Jeans Offer Serious Quality at a Ridiculously Good Price - Gear Patrol Posted: 07 Jun 2020 06:39 AM PDT If you're a fan of tech, if you obsess over everyday carry or are particular about your style, you've likely heard of Drop. Drop sells products from respected brands across an array of interests ranging from mechanical keyboards to hi-fi audio, knives and more. It's unique in that it not only collaborates with esteemed names, but also with its own community of members, self-professed obsessives, enthusiasts and, lovingly, nerds. Today, Drop's latest release takes on the denimhead community with the Ibara Slim Rinse Jeans. While Drop has collaborated with venerated denim brands like Raleigh, Companion and Naked & Famous, this is its first solo jean. And unlike so many other startup denim brands, this isn't a cookie-cutter pet project. "What we wanted to do was to make the ultimate enthusiast jean that was accessible to a bigger audience," says Drop's senior product manager of wearables John Webb. "And not just price-accessible, but wear-accessible, too." In Drop's journey, they managed to find the Japanese factory making jeans for the world's best brands. Located in the denim capital of Kojima, this factory is a go-to for runway designers and niche denim brands alike. They also got one of the top male fit models to dial in the perfect fit. In this case, that fit is a relaxed slim fit with a medium rise. And through it all, Drop worked tirelessly with denim developers who've worked with the biggest jeans brands to develop a very specific denim, just for these inaugural jeans. "You get the best of both worlds as far as the denim goes," Webb says. "You get high comfort and high character from the beginning." At 15 ounces, the fabric tips the scales more than your average pair (usually, this is about 12 ounces). That 25 percent extra beef is the first thing you'll notice when you put them on. If a typical pair of jeans is a dress sock, these are more like a gym sock. The heft is apparent, but it's also surprisingly pliable from the get-go so it doesn't feel like, in Webb's words, a pizza box. That's because the denim is woven at such a low tension. This makes the fabric more open and loose, resulting in a more comfortable jean from the beginning, unlike a fair amount of other jeans at this weight. While the low-tension weave is great for comfort, the denim punches above its weight and exhibits characteristics more in line with even heavier denim thanks to the yarns. Instead of aiming for a perfectly smooth denim that uses a uniform yarn width, Drop opted for a denim that has three different widths of yarn to give it a beautiful variance that will become even more pronounced with wear. In a sea of dull, lifeless denim, this is a breath of fresh air. As for the denimhead details, there are plenty. First, the jeans have the requisite selvedge detail at the outside hem. Bonus points for the narrow selvedge seam allowance, too. Most companies that show off their selvedge at the side seams leave about an inch of seam allowance. But a narrower selvedge seam allowance takes some more precision. The Ibaras also show off the selvedge detail at the coin pocket as well as both sides of the inside of the button fly. The yoke of the jeans are also lined with heavy cotton herringbone fabric, which is also used for the pocket bags. Lining the yoke helps to keep the jean's shape while also extending its lifespan. The pockets are set firmly into place using concealed rivets, which will wear through the denim over time. It's a detail that first appeared in the 1930s after customers complained that exposed rivets at the back pockets damaged their furniture. Today, the denim die-hards seek out this detail which has all but faded, at least in America. Speaking of hardware, Drop spared no expense and went with the higher-quality YKK Japan rivets and buttons, both of which will age alongside the denim, not to mention the natural vegetable-tanned deerskin leather patch at the waistband. Look closely at that patch and you'll notice that it's stitched in one continuous line along with the waistband itself, rather than separately like most jeans. That same continuous stitching is also at the rear pockets. Even then, Webb's favorite detail might be missed if you weren't in person to feel it. When we talked with him about it, Webb mentioned the belt loops. "The belt loops are ridged so that they'll show more aggressive wear," he says. "We had to build special folders for those. A lot of that, especially with the folder, needs a skilled sewer." In the belt loops as well as at the top of the front and back pockets, is extra fabric that creates a ridge in the folds. It's a detail that even the sharpest eyes can miss, jeansmakers included. While plenty of small brands have looked to hitch a ride on the selvedge denim train, most are merely following the preset route laid before them, grabbing the lowest hanging fruit along the way — a lifeless mid-weight denim whose only merit is selvedge cut into a generic slim-straight fit. There's not anything exactly offensive about that (it's a hell of a lot better than most of the garbage jeans out there), but jeans can be so much more. Drop understands that. "We're not a super-powerful denim brand," Webb says, "But the jean, for what it is, is a hell of a jean." The jeans are available for $129 in a wide range of sizes from 28-42.

I Tested 7 Pairs of Lightweight Jeans in 90-Degree Heat - Yahoo Lifestyle Posted: 05 Jun 2020 10:00 PM PDT I'm someone who wears jeans almost every day. I'm also someone who lives in the hot and humid South, so wearing denim in the summer months is often a no-go. But a girl can't live in shorts and dresses alone (at least this girl can't), so I set out to find lightweight jeans that I can actually get away with wearing in the summer without sacrificing my body temperature. As luck (or something like that) would have it, an intense heatwave recently appeared and I got to put a stack of lightweight jeans to the test. In choosing the jeans that I would try, I stuck to stretchy styles, most of which were below 11 ounces (denim weights typically run from 5 to 32 ounces). For the sake of variety, some of the styles were slim-fitting while others were wide-leg, but all of them were reflective of current denim trends and were created by some of the coolest denim brands on the market. Keep reading to find out how I fared in my search for the best lightweight jeans to wear as the temperatures climb this summer and shop them for yourself. That's me testing the Mother jeans discussed below. My legs taking the Paige jeans out for a spin. Levi's The amount of inventory at Levi's is vast, but I was happy to spot a pair of lightweight jeans in its classic 501 fit. I loved how they looked with sneakers and a cropped tee. Verdict: Extremely lightweight and perfect if you're seeking a relaxed pair for the weekends. They're also under $100, so there's that. Levi's 501 Skinny Jeans ($98) Re/Done Re/Done Originals just released a collection of Comfort Stretch jeans, which I was very eager to try. I'm a big Re/Done fan, and of the many styles that I've tried, these are by far the most lightweight. While they weren't the most lightweight that I tried for this experiment, I actually appreciated that they were just thick enough to hold their shape beautifully. Verdict: I loved the flattering fit and wash of these, and the comfort level is very high. This pair is definitely a new favorite of mine. On an extremely hot day, I recommend wearing them at night as opposed to high noon. Re/Done Comfort Stretch Double Needle High-Rise Skinny Jeans ($265) Mother I chose to try a summer-friendly white pair of cropped jeans by Mother. You have to be careful with white jeans, as you don't want them to be too thin, but you also don't want to suffocate in them. These weren't too thick or too thin and were relaxed enough to be even more breathable. Verdict: Wearable on even the hottest of days. And the high rise holds everything in, which is always a plus with white jeans. Mother The Weekender Fray Jeans ($198) Paige This was the only pair of skinny jeans I tried. The high rise made them feel modern, and the high-stretch factor and lightweight denim ensured I stayed cool. If you're someone who prefers to not have fabric against their skin in the heat, you may want to go with a more wide-leg style, but if you love skinny jeans year-round, this style is a must buy. Verdict: These are the perfect summer jeans for skinny-jean devotees. Paige Transcend Verdugo Ankle Skinny Jeans ($179) Available in sizes 23 to 34. Reformation Reformation's Fawcett Jeans have the advantage of being wide-leg, allowing for airflow on a hot day. They're very rigid, which helps them keep their shape. Verdict: The wide legs ensure that you'll stay and look cool. The Reformation Fawcett Jean ($128) Mott & Bow Mott & Bow's Mom Jeans are made of 12.4-ounce denim, but they feature 23% elasticity, so they feel lighter in weight than they actually are. Verdict: I loved that the high rise and medium wash gave these an authentically vintage feel, and they're just breathable enough to work for the summer. Mott & Bow Mom Jeans ($118) J Brand These jeans feature 2% Spandex, which is gives them some comfortable stretch. The legs are cropped, so my legs didn't feel trapped in the sweltering heat. Verdict: I was eager to try this style and can see why they're so popular (I noticed that they frequently sell out). They're very, very flattering. While they weren't the most ideal weight for a hot summer day, they were flattering enough that I didn't care so much. J Brand Adele Mid Rise Straight Jeans ($228) Shop More Lightweight Jeans Citizens of Humanity Racer Low Rise Skinny Jeans ($228) Topshop Jamie Fray Hem High Waist Skinny Jeans ($49) Rag & Bone/Jean Rosa Mid-Rise Boyfriend Jeans ($275) Good American Good Vintage Jeans With Side Step ($181) Citizens of Humanity Charlotte High Rise Straight Jeans ($268) L'Agence Margot High Rise Skinny Jeans ($235) Agolde '90s Jeans ($208) Available in sizes 23 to 32. Edwin Tash Jeans ($198) NYDJ Ami Stretch Skinny Jeans ($109) Wrangler Heritage Fit Jeans ($98) Paige Transcend Verdugo Ultra Skinny Ankle Jeans ($189) I hope this helps you to stay (and look) cool this summer. Here are summer outfit ideas to help with that. This post was published at an earlier date and has been updated. This article originally appeared on Who What Wear Read More from Who What Wear

Review: 4 women try Everlane's Authentic Stretch denim - Insider - INSIDER Posted: 22 May 2020 11:02 AM PDT When you buy through our links, we may earn money from our affiliate partners. Learn more. Everlane In September 2017, Digital Age wunderkind Everlane released its first-ever line of jeans made from Japanese denim. The waitlist — a companion to any big Everlane launch — tapped out at about 45,000 people. One year later, Everlane followed up with a new denim line dubbed the Authentic Stretch. Authentic Stretch is essentially exactly what it sounds like: stretch denim that actually looks like denim. It comes in three styles (high-rise cigarette, mid-rise skinny, and high-rise skinny) in either regular or ankle lengths. Styles are offered in three or four classic colors per style (black, washed black, mid blue, and dark wash blue). Prices are unusually affordable, ranging from $68 - $78. This line seeks to avoid the fatal trajectory of stretch denim that looks something like this: At first, they're comfortable like sweatpants and slimming like only a stretchy, form-fitting material can be. The world is your oyster; there are no stairs too steep or meals too big. After a few hours of wear, though, the same pair is bagged out, loose, and has gone from the best to the worst pair that you own.  Everlane has achieved what we've all been looking for — denim that looks like rigid and substantial, but can stretch and mold throughout the day without becoming too lose, pockets that are actually usable, and prices that are half of what we pay for similar pairs. You can read our full individual experiences below, but the consensus of the Insider Reviews women is this: Everlane has a big success on their hands.  Like the rest of Everlane's offerings, the denim is also notable for its transparency in process and pricing. The Authentic Stretch Denim jeans cost $68 - $78, but the company estimates they'd be priced at $170 if sold in traditional retail. The jeans are also manufactured in a LEED-certified factory that recycles 98% of its water to the point where you could drink a glass, relies on alternative energy sources, and repurposes byproducts in order to address the concerns of clean water, clean energy, and clean waste.  If you're concerned about how Authentic Stretch performs in person, read our thoughts below before deciding to pick a pair up for yourself. Here's what we thought of the Authentic Stretch denim in our everyday lives:  Everlane Mara Leighton, Insider Reviews senior reporter: Authentic Stretch High-Rise Skinny, Black, $68 I'll be honest, I felt lackluster about Everlane's first denim line. I wished they had longer inseams, more stretch pre-wash, and more rigidity post-wash. But, having said that, I think they hit it out of the park with the Authentic Stretch.  These jeans are among my favorite pairs that I own, and they're the best "true" denim look and feel for a stretch jean that I have yet tried — a huge feat for $68, which is closer to half of what I pay for comparative jeans. The closest comparison I can make for Everlane's new Authentic Stretch would be my Madewell jeans ($125) that have the ISKO Reform technology, but Everlane's feel unmistakably more like classic denim — tougher, and slightly rough to the touch. The High-Rise Skinnys truly never bagged out. They're stretchy enough to accommodate sitting cross-legged, eating five course meals, wearing them traveling, and sitting hunched over at an office desk for hours a day, but they never once lost their shape or elasticity. At the end of the day, they looked and felt the same no matter what I put them through.  In terms of sizing, I typically fall between a size 26 and 27 in denim. I usually order a 26 in Everlane pants, and I'm glad I followed that rule for this pair too. All in all, I'm impressed and will be back for a Cigarette pair.  Everlane Remi Rosmarin, Insider Reviews intern: Authentic Stretch High-Rise Skinny, Black, $68 When it comes to jeans, I'm pretty picky. I stick to the brands I know and love and am apprehensive about buying new ones, especially stretch denim. Stretchy jeans, jeggings, whatever you call them — I've never found a pair that is as flattering as it is comfortable. Plus, if I'm wearing jeans, I want to look like I'm wearing jeans, not glorified leggings. I tried Everlane's Authentic Stretch High-Rise Skinny ($68) and it's truly unlike any pair of stretch denim I've tried before. They are soft and stretchy, easy to slip on and button, but when you touch them, they have the same rugged feel of actual denim. A drawback of most jeggings is the pockets that are sewn shut so you can't even use them, but all the pockets here are actually functional. This pair strikes the unique balance that I've yet to find in in other styles of jeans, especially at this price point — a flattering, true denim style with a comfortable, stretchy feel that you'll actually want to wear all day long. Everlane Ellen Hoffman, Insider Reviews executive editor: Authentic Stretch High Rise Cigarette Ankle, Black, $78 I'm a big fan of stretch denim that's done right, but it's often hit or miss, especially at the more accessible end of the spectrum. Stretch denim is often far too stretchy for my liking, easily bagging at the knees and loosening in the waist after a few wears. This is all to say that I pleasantly was surprised to find that Everlane's Stretch High-Rise Cigarette Ankle Jean, which retails for just $78, was just right, holding me in in all the right places, but offering plenty of stretch for all-day comfort. The combination of the extra-high rise and slim-straight fit also flattered my petite, 5'3 frame. I think button flys are largely inconvenient, so I wish these jeans came with a zipper fly instead, but all in all, I think I've found a new go-to denim brand for affordable, not-too-stretchy stretch jeans. Everlane Malarie Gokey, Insider Reviews guides editor: Authentic Stretch High-Rise Skinny, Black, $68 I was very excited to try the new Authentic Stretch Jeans because if there's one flaw to the first pair of jeans Everlane made, it's that they were stiff without stretch. The new stretch jeans don't disappoint — They're very comfortable and they move with you as you bend, stretch, and move throughout the day. The dark black color looks good with just about everything, and once fall boots-and-sweater weather comes along, I bet I'll wear them often. My only critique is that I wish Everlane would diversify the cut of its denim to include silhouettes that aren't tapered and skinny. Make me a pair of flares or bootcut jeans from this same stretch denim and you'll never get me out of them! Shop all of Everlane's Authentic Stretch Denim, available from $68 - $78

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