Denim Round-Up - DSTLD, Gustin, Mott & Bow, Levi, Bravestar | 2+ Years Each
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 26 ส.ค. 2024
- Timestamps and links to each brand:
1:90 - Levis
3:30 - Bravestar - thekavalier.rev...
5:20 - Gustin - thekavalier.rev...
7:01 - DSTLD - thekavalier.rev...
8:08 - Mott & Bow: thekavalier.re...
9:00 - Revtown - thekavalier.re...
10:00 - Mizzen and Main - thekavalier.rev...
The Mensch on Levi's - thekavalier.rev...
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The Kavalier is an independent review network presented by Jon Shanahan for men’s lifestyle products from online only retailers including Everlane, Beckett and Simonon, Frank and Oak, Bonobos, Five Four Club, Mizzen and Main, Trunk Club, Fashion Stork, Bombfell, threads for gents, bespoke post, Jack Erwin, Foremost Edition, Dollar Shave Club, Mack Weldon, MeUndies, Satchel and Page, Dapper Classics, Hall and Madden, Suitable, Indochino, and Gustin. Including products from companies from Casper & Leesa Mattresses, Calvin Klein, Ledbury, Burberry, Banana Republic, Charles Tyrwhitt, J Crew, Marine Layer, Stitch Fix, Barbour, Orvis, Baxter of California, and more! Suggestions for products and companies are always appreciated- Comment below
Here's that link to the Levi's article by The.Mensch!
thekavalier.reviews/Levis-Mensch
The Kavalier, I swear you had another jeans review video that had some really cool brands in it that I wanted to check out. I feel like you either removed the video or put it on private mode. Some people in the comments were criticizing your jeans saying they were "Too tight" or whatever... Do you know what I'm talking about? I wish you would put that video back up because I can't find it on your channel and it had brands I liked on it...
It’s amazing the brands this guy digs out, even if US oriented, when he was reviewing white sneakers he pretty much covered the entire industry, had like 20 white sneakers to compare, from Stans to Common Projects, good work.
Thank you! Always trying to capture as much as possible
You have the best men’s fashion channel on TH-cam. Keep it up man. Just started listening to the Podcasts.
You should consider some Japanese raw selvedge from a brand like Pure Blue Japan, Momotaro, Studio D'artisan, or Samurai. The quality and uniqueness of their products are unmatched. PBJ is my personal favorite.
Iron Heart Denims!!!!
Olivier Gires this!
A short note on the 6% polyester in the Revtown - usually, if you combine a good elasthane fibre with around 6% polyester and weave this into a denim fabric your fabric will have a much better performance in terms of stretch recovery. 100% cotton fabrics will never achieve the same recovery performance as fabrics with mixed fibre composition.
Great channel by the way!
Definitely check out Nudies, naked and famous, and apc
I have like 6 pairs of Nudies. I love them.
I really enjoyed this. I'm a woman into denim/raw denim and rely on you men for info as hardly any women cover this stuff. Still, I don't mind, I'm grateful to have access to this info. Unfortunately, back in the 90s, I bought my first pairs of raw denim and didn't have a clue - putting them in the washing machine - came out ruined!!! I wish this resource was around at the time! Thank you!
Now this is my kind of roundup! So glad you picked bravestar - you’re dead on - they’re clearly the best bang for your buck. It’s interesting that once you know your fabrics, like cone denim, you start to wonder where the markups come from. To me that’s why bravestar wins- the same premium fabrics but directly to you for the best price too! Gotta get me some!
Gotta admit henry cavill is superman for a reason lol
The depth of ur research n review is unmatched
I was initially impressed with your sneaker video which helped me alot and had me hooked to your channel from then.
Quality over quantity!!
Keep it up bro!!
I know that you like to focus on less mainstream brands, but the American Eagle stretch denim is insanely comfortable. I think you should give it a try.
and as a Pittsburgh brand I am a huge fan too
Unbranded was tough to work with since everything was shipped from Canada. I went through four pairs of back and forth shipments to find my size, but once I found it I was super happy. I wear them almost every day and feel great.
Need you to come back man!!! Love your videos and need some updates
Thanks for these choices. I like 7 for All Mankind as my favorites.
MADE IN GUATEMALA?!?! I’ll have to call my cousin to see where is the warehouse located 😁👍🏻
Check out the Unbranded (owned by Naked & Famous, but cheaper) . Also Sage Denim. Quality right there
My favorite jeans brand: Mavi, Nudie and Citizens of Humanity. Mavi fabric is very very soft and comfy. I have one pair of Gustin jeans, but I think it's atypical for their selvedge style so it's hard to judge against their typical fare. I have a very light weight thin summer-weight jean from them. Non-stretchy. They look great, but I chose slim fit, and it's a little tight. I will choose straight fit next time I get jeans from them.
Great informative video! Thanks for WEARING the jeans on camera too. I just now subscribed. Levis is my favorite brand too, so, yes, do create more material with that brand. I buy a lot of stuff from Levis in my closet, so your input helps and matches my style!
The channel Rope Dye knows a lot about denim.
Levi's raised 🙌
Now I'm ready to explore all these other greats!
You know by now that 3x1 is my fav jeans brand and the only one I have been purchasing for the past 6-7y. I would highly suggest to get yourself a raw selvedge M5 pair! You will not regret it! Great content!
nudie is my first jeans. bought one in coated black. it's so comfortable it's like a second skin over a year of wearing. another one is a brand from my country Indigoskin with all raw denims.
You look like Henry Cavill's little brother.
That's not the first.. or second time I've heard that this week...
🤣🤣🤣
imho that's a bad thing
lmao
@@The_Kavalier Another 20 to 30 pounds will look spectacular on you.
I love you man!!! More than you would think...as you are my personal mannequin of sorts. I am a denim head blossoming from a personal history of just every day consumer denim wearing, and noticing the quality drop throughout the years. A $30 pair of Levi’s 501’s bought in 1989, are equaled in quality today by brave star’s $100, specially ordered jeans! Kinda sad.... Anyway, I am 6’2” and 167lbs. I purchase (store bought) 32”x34” jeans. But have noticed our pant fit matches. So I trust your experience in sizing. Which makes it super easy for me. You research and recommend...and I go purchase without follies, by your personal sizing. Thank you!!🙏
Much appreciated Jason 😁
Would like to see a review of Flag and anthem jeans.
Definitely check out Nudies, I like the pair that I have. My most comfortable pair of denim is actually a pair of Lee's black stretch jeans. I wear these things like crazy!
awesome video, would love to see something similar to this regarding chinos/khakis.
Banana republic traveler jeans/pants, GAP selvedge denim.
You should also determine the best pair of pre washed jeans
.. id like to see Hiroshi Kato and the Okayama Denim OD+SDA "TORA" SELVEDGE JEANS.. OD+PBJ 18OZ. "KAKISHIBU" SELVEDGE JEANS (SLIM TAPERED) and or OD+PBJ 18OZ. "SUPER ROUGH KAKISHIBU" SELVEDGE JEANS (SLIM STRAIGHT).. love the dye used on the inside of the pants when theyre cuffed it contrast another color..
The Kavalier, I swear you had another jeans review video that had some really cool brands in it that I wanted to check out. I feel like you either removed the video or put it on private mode. Some people in the comments were criticizing your jeans saying they were "Too tight" or whatever... Do you know what I'm talking about? I wish you would put that video back up because I can't find it on your channel and it had brands I liked on it.
For Gustin I dont mind the wait. Bravestar is next on my list but they dont have my pants size available and not everyone is a fan of the star. Gustin is a cleaner looking with better stitching compared to bravestar. Bravestar is quick on the shipping when I got their denim jacket but stiching wasnt clean for the sleeve cuts. I wouldnt go for micro denim brands that dont source where their denim are from. Naked and famous are decent on massdrop. Gustin wins hands down if you dont mind the wait. Bravestar is actually low on stock in my size for past 4 months ive been eyeing their denim pants.
Check out Nudie jeans! I've had my pair for three years and they are the best looking pair I've got
Same, love the Lean Dean's and all come with Life time warranty. Own 5 pairs now😎
Nudie jeans are addictive. Have four pairs looking for more
Yea... APC, Nudie are the high and fashion ones.
If you’re looking for other “true” denim head brands I’d look at Rogue Territory (LA) and 3Sixteen (NY). There are also the crazy ones like Roy (made by one guy... in his workspace) and can fetch $360+ for a pair.
On a side note, the comments about Guston are interesting. Would love to see your thoughts on Taylor Stitch as they seem to have found a true “middle ground” in the funding/stock space.
Other brands worth considering (that haven't been mentioned yet) from Japan: Samurai, Big John, and Iron Heart. They are all quite pricey though. Few American brands that don't get much recognition but their selvedge is totally worth it are: Leftfield NYC, Raleigh Denim, and Shockoe Atelier.
Thank you for those great recommendations! I have had my eye on Raleigh Denim for months. Hoping to get down there soon
@@The_Kavalier Thank you for an excellent video. P.s I've listened to all of 99% invisible "articles of interest" series. Thank you for recommendation the podcast was excellent.
You deserve to be on top of fashion TH-cam. Not alpha M. Pls come back and make content!!
thanks for the reviews! I've ordered a pair of Levi and revtown jeans. the revtown were nice, but not a fit I was looking for. I like a slim taper. the revtown taper was just a little too loose in the thighs than I wanted. overall, the jeans seemed comfy. sat well on the hips. not to stiff either. they were just not the silhouette I was hoping for
I am find with the model from Gustin because I don't go there for the "everyday" jeans I am looking for the wired stuff like 6oz denim stuff that would not sell well in a regular stock, I know Naked and Famous does stock items but there is a limited run so I keep finding things I want are no longer available in my size with Gustin I make sure I get the jeans I want.
Big Gustin fan!
Would it be possible to mention whether these jeans are “true-to-size”? The biggest problem with ordering online is knowing whether to get one’s actual size.
I would love to see you do a review on whatever style of Wrangler Cowboy Cut jeans suits you.
I just got the 16.5 oz Cone Mills from Bravestar. Great brand. That 15 oz Cone is brilliant too.
Good video. Late to this video, but why no gray jeans? Currently some of the brands you mention don’t even have gray. Odd. It goes with everything.
This has pushed over the top to getting a pair of Mott & Bow.
Great video. Please do a Denim Roundup for 2021 or do a full video featuring Levis exclusively, like their different fits. I would love to see it. New subscriber here ! Big jeans fan
If you want luxury then go for 'Nudie Jeans', my favourite style is the 'Lean Dean'. All come with Life time warranty. Hopefully you can review them😊
Just got my second and third pair of Mott & Bow jeans and they are amazing!
Yours as comfortable as sweatpants too?
@@The_Kavalier Yeah pretty much. Also, they feel much softer than most other jeans. I know a lot of denim people love selvedge and/or raw denim but something about this insanely comfortable jeans makes me never want to deal with the break in process for denim ever again.
You should try g-star Jeans 3301 great fit....
one of my favorite denim jeans.
I really liked that episode if the podcast you mentioned.
Have you tried Dearborn Denim? I love them. You can order any inseam size. I’m actually a 33” inseam. Most other jeans I have to order a 34 and deal with them being a tad too long or pay extra to have them hemmed.
Get the Holy Grail: Momotaro! Try also denim from Acne Studios (really expensive) and raw denim from A.P.C. ONI Denim is quite unique with its loose weave and slubby and hairy texture. Railcar is a contender also.
My one pair of Bravestar Jeans started coming apart at the seams really quickly. Gustin's quality and stitching is far better than Bravestar. Bravestar's instock jeans don't ship for at week, so expect an approximate two week wait for instock items too. I can't recommend Bravestar.
I was lifelong Levis (and I will never forget my cheap Anchor Blue jeans in high school!) until last year when I tried out Lucky Brand. I really like them, and definitely would love to hear your opinion. I also got a denim jacket from them that I can't wear enough.
Try Back Number jeans made in nippon japan.
Actually, not to be the cheap one, but Uniqlo does a great line of denim. I had one pair for 50-60$, and they're quite good.
Diesel are the brand for me. They make awesome jeans
yup I still have 3 pairs of Diesel jeans, I bought a few years ago.
After turning 40 I pretty much stopped wearing blue denim, I just don’t find it appropriate for my age and style, I feel much better in tailored trousers or chinos but I also can’t find a wash I like. If I do feel like denim or when my choice of footwear suggests it, it’ll be grey Replay Anbass tapered or deep black Replays. I’ve been looking at a bunch of blue denim vendors, Replay, Jacob Cohen, A.P.C.,..., not a single one blue wash that I would really wish to have.
Where's the link to the information about Levi's?
Jay Lim I wrote the article so thanks for the interest! Here’s a link thekavalier.com/blog/2018/10/17/levis-mens-jeans-review-still-american-quality-or-modern-sellout-fit-advice-and-how-amp-where-to-get-them-cheap
Kavalier can you please reupload or make public again the video where a lot of guys in comments were saying your jeans were too tight. There were some excellent jeans brands that I wanted to get information on and purchase😭 your video was the only one on TH-cam that had info on the models and you’re my exact waist and height. Please upload or at least let me know if you have the video existing somewhere outside of TH-cam. Thanks.
What model/line Levi's are those? Great video, thanks.
I'm curious what model they are too. They don't have the famous arcuate on them. Hmmm
Great roundup. Have you considered making your own clothing brand? You could use all the information you’ve learned from your roundups to make the perfect product maybe.
Great video, every man needs to know this I think.
Check out iron heart or oni! The high end high quality Japanese made denim is worlds apart from anything else
How about Paige, Joe’s, AG?
Left Field NYC!
Why it is such a trouble to go through for a decent pair of jeans honestly all these websites barely even have any in stock and since im on the short side 30/28 nothing on there fit
I get a tear in almost all of my jeans except 2, both from American Eagle idk if I am onto something so someone let me know. 1 is 100% cotton boot cut, and I am assuming durable, but very constricting in movement, and that's the case for all that seem 100% cotton. I am assuming it's lasted me because I can barely move. 2 has nearly 20% synthetics and is an extreme flex pair. I actually love this pair, it cost a lot, but seems to hold up so damn well, although finding the exact match of the blend seems to be hard. Should I just normally look for more synthetics the better?
Interested in your opinion on Duluth trading co. "Flex Ballroom" , people that work in them rave about the comfort and toughness.
What do you think about Brave Star jeans compared to Lucky or 7? Thanks for the great vid
7’s are just a designer brand nothing special. Luckys is very much the same, however, years ago I did pick up a pair of white oak denim from them and I still have the pair. For fashion, non selvedge, I really like the graduate from AG
You got to try Taylor Stitch denim and clothing! You’d love the brand
I do love the brand! A crime really that I haven't tried their denim. Good call.
Paige jeans. Hands down super comfy and form fitting. Try those.
Which do you think is a better buy, Mott and Bow or Everlane? Thanks for the help.
Anyone have any experience with Bonobos jeans?
Olorin make sure they have strech if you buy them because mine got tight after the first wash.
Mike Streeter Thanks. Good advice... I've noticed their chinos are a bit tighter around the thighs than others. If the jeans follow a similar pattern then I might want to size up.
Yes, I had a pair that I LOVED for three years but they wore out in the crotch. I think the raw stuff in this video is a better deal but as always their fit is impeccable
Thanks!
I’ve found that is an issue specific to their Weekday Warriors line. I actually have to size those up one inch in the waste in order to go with the slim fit. Their washed chinos seem to have a more standard slim fit.
This is a pretty damn good vid! I really wanna get into raw denim however I lack the funds at the mo. Got a pair of Topman raws which were super cheap but are, I feel, a great "starter" pair of raw jeans before going into entry level ie Levis. Got a couple of Levis and Nudies too. Brands I'm interested in getting some Naked and Famous, Hiut, Unbranded Brand and also Flat Head denim too. Also, I agree, a slim fit/skinny fit I think is better. Great vid!
eBay is littered with cheap new raw denim that people have bought the wrong size or the cut didn’t flatter their body shape .
I know my size in different brands that l like and keep watch , I’ve got $200.00 jeans for as cheap as $10.00 .
I love the Turkish made Levi's the best - so opposite of their mass line. I like unbranded--how about talking about luxury brand jeans - Prada, Brunello Cucinelli, etc.
Great vid, thanks!
Have you ever tried Seven (for all mankind) "Slimmy jeans? Not sure if they have your sizing (I'm 6'3", 31 1/2"), though I'm curious your opinion.
Grazi!
So you don’t wash your denim? How do you clean it?
How are you 6’4” and wearing an S size T-shirt?
Try the iron heart 25oz XHSIB soo amazing!!!
What’s your take on Paige jeans!?
what henley is he wearing?
Jeans don’t fit anymore, because they put in stretch and they stretch out by the end of the day
So isn't Woodies using that "outdated" model of placing your order and waiting several months? Seems to me they've already developed their product and are just using the Kickstarter model to make one more efficient factory run, efficient in that every shirt made has a customer.
Just going through process of finding denim similar. My main issue is finding one with a higher rise. Almost all slim are low or medium which on my tall ass is like a low.
Checking out Blue Japan from Denimio. High tapered rise. I bet Carl would love to work with you on denim!
Of course. Diving into Denim with Carl and Jon... going to pitch it him
@@The_Kavalier You both do the most real reviews and have honest looks. I enjoy you both!
Should you go with your true waist size in raw denim ?
I would avoid DSTLD. Since this video has been made, DSTLD has drastically changed the quality, fit and sourcing of its products. The lack of transparency and customer service from the company should cause consumers to question their products.
I actually just went through this in the last couple weeks with an order stuck in customs for over a month. Sad to hear I'm not the only one having issues.
Love Bravestar and Gustin. Too bad they don't do High/Relaxed Tapered fit for people with big thighs.
Sir Salmon Dude The Left Field Atlas fit. Thank me later
Check out Todd Shelton. I got a pair and they're amazig
Any recommendations for figuring out skinny vs slim (specifically for Gustin)? I aim for a neat, trim look that doesn't look like leggings. For some brands that means skinny, while for others it means slim. Have you tried both/able to compare? The fit of your Gustin pair in this video is what I'm going for - but that might mean a skinny pair for me.
Good luck. I’ve had multiple pairs of gustin and I’m between slim and skinny but I haven’t been able to figure out how they cut on different models. Hueguh did a good video on measuring for jeans and that’s the risk we take with online ordering!
Hey Kavalier, , great video! I've definitely been paying more attention to denim, the fits, colour etc over the last year or so. So far Levis have been great for me.
Speaking of Levis, do you have that article link you mentioned in the video? Thanks!
Hey! I actually wrote the article so I really appreciate the interest man! Here’s a link thekavalier.com/blog/2018/10/17/levis-mens-jeans-review-still-american-quality-or-modern-sellout-fit-advice-and-how-amp-where-to-get-them-cheap
Just updated the description and added to pinned comment. Sorry about that!
Thanks both! 👍🏾
I own about 5 pairs of Naked and Famous, love them all. Also own a pair of Rag & Bones, which I enjoy. I found the Levis burn out in the crotch fast. Naked and Famous make some great jeans!
Nudie jeans is my only brand ❤️👍⭐️
Id love to see what your thoughts are on the new Asket raw denim that they are teasing on their Instagram, it looks very promising.
Good call. Will see if I can get those
You have a referral for Mott and bow?
Awesome vid. But all i wonder where do i find denim for short people like me, im 5'8"
Peter Manning
Have you tried replay?
Thoughts on G-star?
Lol 1:90 * check description
No mention of Joe’s?
Nice video brother! ✌️
Thank you Jariel!
what shoes are you wearing?
Sangiev for Denim
Looking into getting my first proper selvedge jeans but I'm noticing most makers (both of your top favorites) don't offer a short inseam. Any recommendations for short guys?
Short guy here, get them hemmed. Either from the company themselves or someone in your area that owns a union special machine and can do chain stitching. Self edge in LA and SF does it, standard and strange in Oakland does too. Not sure where you are located