Hey guys, new to this raw denim business so I'm not quite sure how to judge if a jean's quality is top notch or not? Obviously I don't wanna be misguided with the "if price is high, the quality is likewise" theory so therefore I'd like to ask what do you guys think about this following pair:
Naked & Famous + Momotaro Selvedge Denim in Indigo




The Momotaro x Naked & Famous collaboration denim combines the Japanese artisan craftsmanship of Momotaro and the fit of the Naked & Famous skinny guy cut. This denim is the slimmest denim ever made by Momotaro.
* The "Skinny Guy" fit is slim throughtout as it tapers from the thigh to the leg opening with medium rise
* 14 oz sanforized Japanese indigo selvedge denim uses Momotaro signature features including purple stitching running alont the inseam
* Momotaro engraved buttons and rivets
* Hidden back pocket rivets
* Chainstitched hems and waist band
* Leather patch, tags, and interior pocket lining feature logos and details of both brands
* 100% cotton
* Made by Momotaro in Kojima Japan

It retails for around $260 and yeah it's pretty costly so what do you guys think about this pair? Worth the price?
And if I'm usually a 30" wearer, should I get a size down or the actual size for this? I'm not quite sure if these would shrink or stretch.
Thanks

Thank you so much for the reply, really do appreciate it
Mah leg are small so yeah they'll be fine I guess

Hey guys, if anyone's interested with a BNWT Momotaro x Naked & Famous "Weird Guy" raw selvedge denim, let me know.

The pair is retailed at RM800+ but I am only selling it for RM700 at one of my sales thread. I'm letting this go only for RM500 for denimheads here in this thread (not offered in my thread) for 2 days.

Cheers

Willing to trade my BNWT Momotaro X Naked & Famous denim (http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopic=2187575&hl=) for any Momotaro Battle Stripe series that has a slim cutting (tight straight etc.) lookin for size 29 or 30. I am willing to top up if need be as well. Thanks

Besides the cotton, are there any other significant differences between these 2? http://blueowl.us/scripts/psp/VB_Bridge3.d...000&LANGUAGE=US and http://www.blueowl.us/scripts/psp/VB_Bridg...ail&SKU=7992000?
The one that has the Japan Blue collab is almost $100 cheaper and that's really tempting. What's so good about the standalone Momotaro one instead? Fading breaks easier? More comfy?

I'm ready for my first official raw denim now just deciding which to take. Thanks

Thanks for the thoughts chaz and junky! Now I'm considering between the tight straight and skinny straight. I was going for tight straight at first because it would fit like a regular slim fit but after reading lots from the previous pages, many saId that the denims stretches like crazy after constant wears. I'm afraid it'll be loose and baggy in the future. Is it safe to go for the skinny cut instead if that's the case?

This post has been edited by KahVII: Feb 21 2012, 12:55 PM

Thanks guys! Yeah I don't really have big thighs and stuff so I could fit on those skinnies but I really prefer the slim fit version more. I will go for the Tight Straight 1 size down
Really appreciate both of you guy's insights!

I also have a question here, how are these type of fades achieved at this area? By doing stacking? Coz I'm not really sure how you rough it up down there. Thanks

I know that length long = stacking. I'm just wondering if those patterns and fades that I have posted are results from stacking only? Because I love those effects and I'm just wondering how do you get those down there.

Doesn't look too long from the pic to me. You're rolling it up fine.

"This week Nudie Jeans has launched a US exclusive LAB style at their Los Angeles location. LAB 30 is from the continuing Nudie Jeans Selvage LAB series – an exclusive range of collector’s items produced in a limited edition by a small team of specialists in the sample lab. Italian produced in the finest Japanese denim, this tapered fit 13.5 oz. selvage style has been dipped 13 times in pure indigo over sulphur creating a unique green cast. A replica of an original worn in pair of the popular fit Thin Finn, the jeans are artfully finished with mended holes and stained with red and blue paint. Furthermore, LAB 30 are delivered in a selvage denim bag with limited edition Selvage LAB book, paying homage to the brand’s long lasting dedication to the art of denim. LAB 30 is available exclusively in store at Nudie Jeans House for $725 USD."

Price tag.

Rich folks who don't have time (or the devotion) to break their denims would go for it I guess.

So tempted to get these.

The more you wash the lighter it gets. That's the fast way.

You can try hanging your jeans in the bathroom when you do your shower (assuming its a hot one), make sure your windows and doors are closed so that the room will be filled with steams. It will moisture your jeans little by little (hang em in the bathroom when you shower everyday) and it will freshen your denim up. This method is used by some when they don't feel like soaking or washing their denims as of yet. You should give this a try.

@lori, the moisture effect are only little. But if you have a 2 hours shower then it's different story I guess lol.

Anyway guys, this is a good read: How Jeans Conquered The World

It's interesting to see how much impact and effect jeans had in people's life and also many other interesting facts. Here's one:

Not too bad for a Uniqlo denim eh?

Did you spot any Momotaro x Japan Blue collection on your trip there? I'll be there in 2 weeks time and I'm hoping I can find one.

Ohh, thought you made it and just came back. Turned out you're ready to go today instead. Haha, have fun man. And do help me have a lookout for the Momotaro x Japan Blue collection Thanks!

Is this the Tight Straight or SKinny Straight?

I just noticed the Momotaro prices in Take5 Bangkok is really high as compared to other sources. Most of the other places' price are around RM900-1k for one but Take5's pricing are around 1.2-1.3k. That really sucks coz I was looking forward to my Bangkok trip in a couple of days.