Hello.
Today's blog is about the aging and fading of the B-1969-XX-J, a special selvedge jeans that is the current face of Bobson.
With the cooperation of a veteran staff member who is a vintage lover, we were able to photograph his personal "B-1969-XX-J."
Purchased from Rigid and worn for approximately 350 days.
We hope this information will be helpful to those who are currently purchasing our products and those who are considering purchasing one.
*The original product page is here
B-1969-XX-J [Selvedge Denim] Okayama-made Straight Selvedge Denim
【front】
The contrast created by the extra-dark indigo dye.
At 13.5 ounces, it's not a particularly heavy fabric, but it still looks substantial.
Great beard.
It really does remind me of vintage.
The great thing about this fabric is that the color still remains even in this state.
The impact on the knee spreads like lightning.
【back】
He always keeps his wallet in his right pocket.
The bite is clearly visible.
One of the charms of denim is that it reflects your own lifestyle.
Puckering at yoke.
There are also marks on the pocket openings, which are frequently used.
Beautiful honeycomb on the back of the knee.
The honeycomb detail that extends from the inside to the outside is proof that the shoes have been worn by the wearer.
【details】
Leather patch that becomes more lustrous with wear.
They try not to use the dryer as much as possible, so it hasn't shrunk much.
The slightly faded serial number gives the impression of aging.
Here's a close-up of the front thigh.
It has a beautiful vertical fall that is unique to old-fashioned looms .
Comparison with the rigid version currently on sale.
This raw denim changes so much after 350 days.
I'm still looking forward to seeing how it ages in the future.
An example of how to care for denim
Finally, here is a brief interview we conducted when we borrowed the jeans.
Of course, the stunning color fading is the result of careful attention to detail.
This is just one example, but I hope you will find it useful.
Q: When did you purchase it?
A. October 25 ,2022
Q: How many times a week do you wear it?
A. I wore them almost every day for the first six months.
Before washing them for the first time, I wear them every day and try to expose them to as much air and sunlight as possible.
After the first wash, I wear them about four times a week.
Q. How many times do you wear them before washing them?
A. I didn't wash it for the first six months or so.
I wore them every day until I washed them the first time.
When the desired hairs and marks have formed, it's time to wash it.
During the sweaty season, I wash them after wearing them 1 to 3 times.
In seasons when you don't sweat much, I wash them after wearing them about 20 times.
It's a battle between wanting to wash it every day and wanting to avoid washing it as much as possible.
Q: What do you pay attention to when doing laundry?
A. It's just my preference, but I use detergent that doesn't contain enzymes.
Drying is done in the sun as much as possible.
During seasons when it's difficult to dry, I dry my jeans by placing them near a stove to keep them warm.
Q. Do you have any tips for achieving good color fading?
A. I think there are many different preferences for the fit, but I personally like a sharp, defined look and feel, so I try to get some creases in the shoes as soon as I start wearing them.
When you want to create a sharp look, I think it's important to create wrinkles as quickly as possible.
Folding it helps remove wrinkles, so I store it hanging up until I wash it for the first time.
What did you think?
The photos and interviews above are just a few examples.
The way denim ages varies from person to person, but I think the best thing is to continue wearing it for a long time in your own natural style.
As it ages, you will grow to love it more.
The "B-1969-XX" series is made with attention to fabric, pattern, and sewing specifications, making it a product that you can enjoy for a long time.
Please wear them until they are completely worn out and give them a unique aging look that is unique to you.
That's all.
