Denim Finds to Ensure You Feel (& Look) Your Best

LIGHT WASHES.
Why is it a Find? AG Jeans uses the perfect mix of sanding and light whiskering to create a pair of jeans that has the perfect fade of a 15 year old dear friend with styling that looks modern for today. So, you can enjoy all your weekend activities without being told to go home and change.
Wear it with: As with all light wash jeans, a white top is always safe and fresh looking, but pops of color and pattern like this gingham button up are equally smart-looking and give your jeans a casually dapper finish.
Fit Tip: AG’s Graduate is an easier modern fit with a straight leg and plenty of room in the seat and thigh for most gents. The rise hits just below the navel, all resulting in an updated look that is not skinny or trendy.
Alternatives: For a contemporary and slimmer fit, Joe’s Jeans has got you covered.

Why is it a Find? Light washes aren’t just about blue. This light grey wash is a refreshing alternative with the same vintage feel. These 7 For All Mankind jeans are sufficiently - but not overly – distressed, giving them that light warm weather look.
Wear it with: Faded grey jeans are just as versatile as your typical blue version, working with neutrals, pastels and dark colors. Adding this cool, laidback linen check Billy Reid button up creates a bit of an edgier, weekend look that feels so right.
Fit Tip: 7 For All Mankind’s Standard model is more of a relaxed, modern fit with a straight leg, plenty of seat and thigh room, and a rise just below the navel. So you get a contemporary look, with a really comfortable fit.
Alternatives: If you prefer a trimmer, contemporary fit, AG Jeans Nomad model is a similar wash.

Why is it a Find? Tommy Bahama uses a seriously soft and comfortable denim for these jeans, in a wonderful, lighter weight that is ideal for the warmer months. The finer details, like hand sanding around the pockets, gives them a great broken-in look without actually having any tears or holes so they don’t look sloppy.
Wear it with: These are your weekend go-to jeans, so all your favorite t-shirts and polos work. You can even dress them up with a light color cotton and linen v-neck sweater.
Fit Tip: This is a relaxed, gentleman’s fit with a straight leg that is a bit roomier than the other picks in this “light wash” category.

Why is it a Find? The white trend is strong this season, and Joe’s Jeans makes it easy for every gent to embrace it thanks to their Spotless fabric that actually repel spills. Yes, you can and should re-read that sentence. How they do it, while keeping the fabric utterly soft and stretchy, we’re not entirely sure. But we can tell you we’ve tested it ourselves – spills literally bead right up. So wear these jeans with confidence while you sip coffee and wine.
Wear it with: While head-to-toe white is very “of-the-moment”, everything goes with white and pairing pops of color, like this washed red chambray button up shirt or this blue and white check.
Fit Tip: This fit, the Brixton model is Joe’s Jeans most popular modern fit – updated and not too fitted, with a straight leg and rise that sits just below the navel. There is plenty of seat and thigh room, which is certainly important for white jeans.
Alternatives: Joe’s Jeans also offers these jeans in a more relaxed fit and you’ll get free shipping on their site, too.

DARK WASHES.
Why is it a Find? The super dark blue rinse of these AG jeans has no sanding or abrasions for a truly dapper, clean look. They are made of selvage denim, which is woven on an old-fashion loom, creating a truly high-quality denim that just gets better with wear.
Wear it with: Clean, dark indigo jeans are a smart look for the office (when jeans are acceptable) and certainly appropriate for most nights out, all year round. A small scale pattern shirt keeps the look dressier, and can be finished with a cardigan or pull over sweater on a cooler evening. To keep the look lighter, a simple linen button up looks great. Selvage denim is often finished with a white-trimmed seam that can be shown off by cuffing the hem, so go ahead and add a small cuff when you wear these.
Fit Tip: AG’s Matchbox model has a modern fit with a straight leg and a comfortable seat and thigh. The rise hits just below the navel – a very “everygent” fit.
Alternatives: For a trimmer, contemporary fit alternative, 7 For All Mankind's version is in their new FoolProof denim that doesn’t stretch out and can be thrown in the dryer.

Why is it a Find? This dark wash from 34 Heritage has subtle sanded highlights, so they don’t look brand spankin’ new, but still maintain a dressier look. For gents that like a truly relaxed fit, but want that updated look of dark denim, these are a true Find.
Wear it with: Dark jeans have become a wardrobe staple, especially for a night out or any office that has a more relaxed environment. So wear them with button up shirts and sport coats. With a light colored patterned cotton sweater, you have a great Spring look for the office.
Fit Tip: This is a true gentleman’s fit with an easier, straight leg. They have a higher rise and plenty of seat and thigh room.
Alternatives: If you prefer a relaxed fit, stock up with this charcoal grey version, also from 34 Heritage in the same fit. There are not many resources that create stylish looking jeans in a gentleman’s fit, but this is one of them.

Why is it a Find? J.Crew is known for their weekend-ready style and you’ll wear these awesome dark wash jeans far more than just on the weekends. The whiskering and sanding creates those highs and lows of well-worn jeans, but with a darker ground that has just the right attitude for a night out. The Japanese denim is great quality and will just keep getting better for many wears and years to come.
Wear it with: Give them a casually cool edge with any of your stylish t-shirts, button up shirts, and even zip hoodies for the weekend or a casual evening out. A cardigan sweater and button up shirt are easy pairing for a casual office day.
Fit Tip: The fit is typical J.Crew – modern and not too trim, with a straight leg, and room in the seat making them a great fit for most gents. They also come in 3 inseam lengths, so there’s no need to visit a tailor.
Alternatives: For a slimmer contemporary fit, AG Jeans has an equally stylish option.

Why is it a Find? These dark grey wash jeans are an awesome alternative to dark indigo, and just as warm weather friendly. They can create an even more polished look, especially when paired with a sport coat or cardigan sweater. But casual or dressy, these J Brands have a masculine vibe with just the right touch of edge, made of a yarn-dyed cotton for beautifully saturated color that is also super comfortable for the warmer weather.
Wear it with: Treat them like any of your dark wash jeans – wear them dressy or casual, with button downs or cotton sweaters, and sport coats when needed. They look great with all the interesting muted colors of the season, and are a crisp contrast to simple white shirts like this linen one. Your favorite black shoes or simple white sneakers finish the look with ease.
Fit Tip: J.Brand’s Kane model had a modern fit that’s not too trim, but updated with a straight leg, and a waist that sits just below the navel.
Alternatives: J.Brand offers a similar grey wash in a more laidback fabric - ideal for a true weekend look.

LIGHTWEIGHT DENIM – ANY STYLE.
Why is it a Find? When it comes to a great denim jacket, Gap’s iconic 1969 version continues to be one of the best looking, and best values, around. Jean jackets can be seen as a staple wardrobe piece, but they are taking a stand in the fashion world this season, too. Gap’s dark wash has all the attitude you need for the weekend or an evening out, and gives it a more polished (less cowboy) look. The denim isn’t too heavy, so it’s not stiff and will just keeping getting better with wear.
Wear it with: Denim jackets look best when worn with a complementary fabrics, like flat front twill jeans in tan, grey, olive, stone or white. And, of course, any casual shirt works, from a simple grey t-shirt to a casual washed blue or white oxford or patterned shirt.
Fit Tip: Gap’s fit is modern and generally relaxed, but this one is meant to be worn closer to the body. Offered in sizes XS to XXXL, there is a size for every gent to get in on this one.
Alternatives: For more of a throwback feel, Gap also has versions in medium and light washes.

Why is it a Find? With the popularity of everything denim this season, we couldn’t be more excited to find this shirt from Everlane. The non- traditional washed grey color is made of a raw denim yarn, which has a soft and comfortable feel, and not too rigid look. We’ve been fans of Everlane’s transparent, and direct to customer, pricing - really giving you a lot of quality for the price.
Wear it with: Because it is grey, it looks great with jeans in a medium to dark blue, and black denim, too. For some fun, you can also pair it with pants that have a pop of Spring color. The rich texture looks great layered under a sweater for cooler evenings and air conditioned offices, too.
Fit Tip: The fit is contemporary, meant to have a more tailored look in your normal size. If you are between sizes, you can size up.
Alternatives: Click through the ‘shop it’ button to check out the other 4 amazing color options, including 2 shades of blue and a darker grey. At this price, it’s worth stocking up.

Why is it a Find? While denim shirts started as a weekend staple, their rise in popularity has given designers a chance to branch out. Peter Millar added a spread collar and French placket and removed the shirt pocket, resulting in a perfect option for the office or an evening out. The Japanese denim has a rich, polished look that really steps it up.
Wear it with: This shirt looks great with khakis or twill jeans in a neutral color. It’s also a rugged layer under a pattern sport coat and truly dark wash jeans.
Fit Tip: This is from Peter Millar’s trim fit line, which has a contemporary fit to keep this shirt from looking weekend casual.
Alternatives: If you are looking for an easier fit, Ledbury’s classic fit chambray shirt is for you.

Why is it a Find? This all cotton chambray work shirt from Levi Red Tab has that perfectly broken-in look with its stone washed, slightly distressed wash. Just right for a casual day when you want to show off some effortless style. We're sending you to East Dane, where they offer free shipping and returns (plus you can use your Prime Amazon account). On top of that, this week, they're offered a great tiered promo where you can get up to 25% off with code BIGEVENT16. They have an a great denim assortment, so take a look.
Wear it with: Really, anything that’s not a matching denim works. You can go with dark washes or neutral twill pants for a more tailored look. Or, pair it with white jeans, even shorts or stylish joggers, for a more casual look.
Fit Tip: The fit is contemporary, meant to skim the body and not be too long so you an wear it untucked if you want to show off the interesting button detail at the bottom of the placket.
Alternatives: J.Crew’s typically modern fit offers an bit more of a relaxed fitting alternative.