Guide to Men’s Jeans
At STRØM, you’ll find men’s jeans for everyday wear and work. You can pair them with shirts, T-shirts, or sweaters to create outfits for the office and the weekend. In addition to the men’s selection, you’ll find women’s jeans in the women’s category.
Fit and How Jeans Should Fit on Men
The fit of your jeans shapes your silhouette. At the waistband, the jeans should sit on your hip bones without slipping down.
A straight fit runs from the hips down to the ankle without being tight around the thighs. If you wear a loose fit, the fabric drapes over the legs, giving the look a streetwear vibe. A slim fit hugs the thighs and calves, while the pockets sit against the hips. A tapered fit offers room at the thighs and tapers from the knee down toward the ankle. At the ankle, the pant leg touches the instep of the shoe without any excess fabric.
Denim, Weave, and Materials
Denim consists of cotton in a twill weave, where the threads are angled to create texture in the fabric. Raw denim is denim that has not been washed at the factory. The fabric molds to your body over time and develops wear patterns as you move. Selvedge denim is woven on shuttle looms, where the edges of the fabric are sealed to prevent fraying. When the pant leg is rolled up, the selvedge edge becomes visible. Some styles contain spandex for stretch, while cotton jeans without spandex retain their shape and develop a patina over years of wear.
Styling and Outfit Combinations
You can use jeans as a staple in your wardrobe. Pair a straight-fit pair with a T-shirt and sneakers to create an everyday look. Wear a slim-fit pair with a shirt and leather shoes to strike a balance between casual and dressy. Rolling up the cuffs at the ankles draws attention to your shoes and adds variation in length.
Care and Use
Wearing your jeans helps them conform to your body. Airing them out outdoors removes odors and protects the cotton fibers. Machine washing fades the color and alters the surface over time. By turning them inside out before washing and selecting a 30-degree wash cycle, you’ll preserve the fabric’s texture and longevity.