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Post by Deleted on Dec 12, 2014 17:07:51 GMT -6
I am not getting a pair but this one is pretty interesting. Natural Indigo Loomstate for $150. Pretty good price for Natural Indigo + Loomstate. http://instagram.com/p/whazCNuGeQ |
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Post by Vincent on Dec 13, 2014 15:04:38 GMT -6
I am not getting a pair but this one is pretty interesting. Natural Indigo Loomstate for $150. Pretty good price for Natural Indigo + Loomstate. http://instagram.com/p/whazCNuGeQ Super interested. Still have to check the weight and the shrinking issue on these but I'll keep an eye out for sure. |
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Post by Winterland on Dec 13, 2014 16:23:43 GMT -6
I have the Elephant 4's. Got em back in August. Those electric blue fades are starting to pop. They are 22 oz., yet they feel even more substantial. They're like armor. I have a pair of 23 oz. heavyweights from another company but the Elephant 4's feel even heavier. Beware that the slim guy fit is pretty slim. Did you do a warm/cold soak or a wash etc? I am curious if they shrink much. Looking at getting a pair. I have been watching for a pair of IH overdye which should look similar but haven't been able to find a deal on any so far. |
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Post by crogers0031 on Dec 14, 2014 6:47:03 GMT -6
Winterland, I haven't soaked or washed them yet. Will let you know when I do.
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Post by Winterland on Dec 21, 2014 14:00:00 GMT -6
I have been wanting a pair of black over Indigo Overdyes or indigo warp with a black weft as N&F describes, the fourth generation of the Naked & Famous Elephant 4 fabric clocks in at 22oz and features a super dark deep indigo warp with a black weft. Great color that will result in stark electric blue fades. Almost pulled the trigger on a pair Iron Heart 666sod but couldn't find a pair in my size for a less than retail price. These are 30" waist Weird Guy fit. The sizing specs online were different depending on where you looked. The waist measures exactly 30" front and back aligned. I can tell they will be 31" in no time as that is my sweet spot and feel good already. Specs measured after warm soak not worn. Some are hard to get exact as denim is very thick. 30W 10 1/4 front rise 14 rear rise 11 thigh 2" down from crotch 7 7/8 knee 15 down from crotch 33 inseam 7 cuff Couldn't find much info on how much they shrink so did a warm soak with no agitation. Agitation will usually cause more shrinkage. I did a warm soak on these as I am probably getting them hemmed and wanted any shrinkage gone. There was no bleeding in the water. They fit good overall before soaking but felt a hair loose all over. It is strange as the measurements are about the same as other slim fit jeans I have but these feel a little loose. I think it is because they are so thick and the denim needs to wear in a little. The most shrinkage was in length. Not quite an inch. None in the waist and about an 1/8 inch in the thigh, knee and hem. I am going to wear them for a while and if they feel loose at all do a hot soak with some agitation before getting hemmed. Then again they might not need hemming if they shrink any more as I am going to wear cuffed. I am wearing now and they feel great. Yes they are stiff but nothing crazy. Now if you weren't used to heavy denim then they would probably feel crazy thick. They have a medium rise which I like. The buttons on the fly were tough. Had to get my leatherman out to help button them the first time. Will post fits pics later. The black looks beautiful. The red selvedge is very nice. The black leather patch is great and you can't really see the N&F logo, unless up close, which is a bonus. I might have a pair of new 34" waist that I might be selling. Bought a pair for someone and they might not want them. I thought this picture looks kind of cool. Took right after air drying. Would be cool to wake up to something like this Christmas morning.  |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 21, 2014 15:25:46 GMT -6
I have been wanting a pair of black over Indigo Overdyes or indigo warp with a black weft as N&F describes, the fourth generation of the Naked & Famous Elephant 4 fabric clocks in at 22oz and features a super dark deep indigo warp with a black weft. Great color that will result in stark electric blue fades. Almost pulled the trigger on a pair Iron Heart 666sod but couldn't find a pair in my size for a less than retail price. These are 30" waist Weird Guy fit. The sizing specs online were different depending on where you looked. The waist measures exactly 30" front and back aligned. I can tell they will be 31" in no time as that is my sweet spot and feel good already. Specs measured after warm soak not worn. Some are hard to get exact as denim is very thick. 30W 10 1/4 front rise 14 rear rise 11 thigh 2" down from crotch 7 7/8 knee 15 down from crotch 33 inseam 7 cuff Couldn't find much info on how much they shrink so did a warm soak with no agitation. Agitation will usually cause more shrinkage. I did a warm soak on these as I am probably getting them hemmed and wanted any shrinkage gone. There was no bleeding in the water. They fit good overall before soaking but felt a hair loose all over. It is strange as the measurements are about the same as other slim fit jeans I have but these feel a little loose. I think it is because they are so thick and the denim needs to wear in a little. The most shrinkage was in length. Not quite an inch. None in the waist and about an 1/8 inch in the thigh, knee and hem. I am going to wear them for a while and if they feel loose at all do a hot soak with some agitation before getting hemmed. Then again they might not need hemming if they shrink any more as I am going to wear cuffed. I am wearing now and they feel great. Yes they are stiff but nothing crazy. Now if you weren't used to heavy denim then they would probably feel crazy thick. They have a medium rise which I like. The buttons on the fly were tough. Had to get my leatherman out to help button them the first time. Will post fits pics later. The black looks beautiful. The red selvedge is very nice. The black leather patch is great and you can't really see the N&F logo, unless up close, which is a bonus. I thought this picture looks kind of cool. Took right after air drying. Would be cool to wake up to something like this Christmas morning. I really believe the N&F IxI E4 is one of the best denim out there based on value. If my funding is not so drain, I would have gotten one especially when it was on sales.... |
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Post by bugula on Dec 21, 2014 16:02:32 GMT -6
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Post by jray on Dec 21, 2014 16:45:39 GMT -6
I know but they're a 35 waist. I thought the 34's were a true 34. I guess I was incorrect. Thanks Bugala
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Post by Winterland on Dec 21, 2014 19:15:30 GMT -6
I know but they're a 35 waist. I thought the 34's were a true 34. I guess I was incorrect. Thanks Bugala I think the sizing charts for these on the net seem to vary. Mine measure exactly 34 with the front and back aligned as well as it can as they are stiff. Curious if yours bugula are 34? Looks like you have Blue Owls specs listed. If they are the same as mine by all means purchase Bugula's as his were up here first if you do want to purchase. |
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Post by bugula on Dec 21, 2014 20:18:58 GMT -6
the blue owl specs were correct for me. 34s typically with N&F are actually 36s, these sewed up smaller for folks. the measurement to worry about with these is the thighs, not the waist. the waist of the 34s would work fine for me but the top block's too slim.
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Post by Winterland on Dec 21, 2014 20:56:08 GMT -6
the blue owl specs were correct for me. 34s typically with N&F are actually 36s, these sewed up smaller for folks. the measurement to worry about with these is the thighs, not the waist. the waist of the 34s would work fine for me but the top block's too slim. You don't think they would stretch out if you wore them? I have been wearing mine for the first time all day and am really liking the fit. I have have double cuffed them and might not have to even get hemmed. |
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Post by bugula on Dec 21, 2014 21:00:41 GMT -6
if i could button them, they would.  |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 21, 2014 21:08:27 GMT -6
I wear size 30 in weird guy and it is similar to my G's 31 slim. N&F has lower waist and more taper below the knee. I prefer the N&F Weird guy fit more than the G's slim because of the taper.
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Post by bugula on Dec 23, 2014 12:31:52 GMT -6
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Post by Dirty_Denim on Dec 23, 2014 14:00:15 GMT -6
I know I am so damn tempted. I want the Elephant 3's bad along with the Kakibishu but I might just go for the guarantee and buy the one I want. Such an amazing deal really |
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Post by Dirty_Denim on Dec 23, 2014 14:02:58 GMT -6
ARe the Indigo Loomstates available yet?
Got the ans. They are coming in the spring and are 13oz for $150. Not bad
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Post by bugula on Dec 23, 2014 14:27:05 GMT -6
I know I am so damn tempted. I want the Elephant 3's bad along with the Kakibishu but I might just go for the guarantee and buy the one I want. Such an amazing deal really Yeah, the Kakis, Left Hands, Hand Dyeds, Jades, Blue Wefts, Twisted Candies, and Red Wefts would be in the "excited to get" column. Have a feeling I wouldn't even get one of those though... |
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Post by bentin on Dec 23, 2014 14:32:58 GMT -6
Yep red and white seem guaranteed to come if I tried my luck.
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Post by Dirty_Denim on Dec 23, 2014 14:55:43 GMT -6
I know I am so damn tempted. I want the Elephant 3's bad along with the Kakibishu but I might just go for the guarantee and buy the one I want. Such an amazing deal really Yeah, the Kakis, Left Hands, Hand Dyeds, Jades, Blue Wefts, Twisted Candies, and Red Wefts would be in the "excited to get" column. Have a feeling I wouldn't even get one of those though... I know, I am a fan of N&F even though they arent taken seriously. I think Brandon Svarc is a damn badass business man/Marketing genius |
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Post by Dirty_Denim on Dec 23, 2014 14:57:03 GMT -6
Yep red and white seem guaranteed to come if I tried my luck. Ha thats what I fear but I also think my 36 waist might get me a homerun |
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Post by Winterland on Dec 23, 2014 17:05:09 GMT -6
Here are some pics of my Elephant 4 weird guy fit 22oz super dark deep indigo warp with a black weft after a warm soak. I don't think I will need to hem them ya! Still new so they still have some puffiness in areas but should tame down with wear. Love the color. My Lawless IxI Western shirt after a warm soak also. Instead of Johnny Cash the man in black I am in the man in Indigo!     |
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Post by bugula on Dec 23, 2014 17:17:37 GMT -6
Hahaha, great look! I wore my RgT ISC with the 3Sixteen shadow jacket and RgT dark Stantons last week and was repeatedly called the man in black by co-workers so be prepared for it. |
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Post by bennyrum on Dec 23, 2014 18:06:03 GMT -6
I tried on those elephant 4s today and it was the hardest thing to stop myself from dropping $200 on them. So dense but comfortable, and that inkiness
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Post by Dirty_Denim on Dec 23, 2014 18:19:24 GMT -6
Yes I think the Elephant denims are spectacular. You do not see anything like them from any brand really. I think N&F is a pretty good at stuff like this. My favorite brand is ONI who likely makes the best denim around IMO Im gonna post this new denim they came out with shortly
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Post by Deleted on Dec 23, 2014 23:18:25 GMT -6
Here are some pics of my Elephant 4 weird guy fit 22oz super dark deep indigo warp with a black weft after a warm soak. I don't think I will need to hem them ya! Still new so they still have some puffiness in areas but should tame down with wear. Love the color. My Lawless IxI Western shirt after a warm soak also. Instead of Johnny Cash the man in black I am in the man in Indigo! I was considering getting the E4s. How do they compare to Gustin in sizing? |
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