Secondly, is the denim sanforized (pre-shrunk) or unsanforized (shrink-to-fit)? Most selvedge denim we stock - even if raw/rigid - will be pre-shrunk to eliminate unexpected sizing changes. It's not compulsory, but the longer you wear them, the better they'll fit, and the better they'll fade. recommends wearing your raw denim for 6 months without washing. Two things to consider - is the denim raw or pre-washed? If washed, there won't be much 'breaking in' - that bit has been done for you.įor raw and rigid denim, the general consensus is to wear the jeans for as long as possible before the first wash. Others just put them straight on and don't care if their legs and shoes end up blue! You can soak your jeans inside out in warm water for 2 hours and hang dry before first wash to get rid of some of the dye, and make them feel less stiff/starchy. To soak or not to soak? It's personal preference, but with raw/unwashed/rigid denim there will be a lot of dye on the fabric that will bleed at first.Different jeans will have different recommendations, and these can vary depending on the nature of the fabric and the dye, amongst other things. First and foremost, always follow the care instructions on the inside label of your jeans.Here at JEANSTORE we have a few tips on how you can keep your selvedge denim looking its best - by following these simple instructions you can ensure your jeans last longer, retain their shape and colour, and reduce your environmental impact too.
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