Mott and Bow Slim Ludlow Denim ($108)
Mott and Bow has shot to prominence over the last year or so for straightforward releases, an easy-to-use online ordering system, and some seriously comfortable jeans. Built with two percent elastane for just the right amount of stretch, the Ludlow is reasonably priced compared to higher-tier designers, and the color is just what you should be looking for this spring.
JackThreads Skinny Stretch Denim ($59)
Not to be outdone, JackThreads is hanging near the front of any conversation on menswear in the digital age, namely for how it launched its menswear line last fall. It’s packed full of essentials, like these retro-minded, super light jeans that should hopefully pack in a ton of quality for the price. Heck, you could buy two if you felt so inclined.
Bonobos Summer Weight Jean ($128)
Bonobos has turned its attention away from chinos to denim (OK, they still make those chinos). But they’ve approached summer-weight denim with an eye for detail and quality — hence the higher price point. Plus, the brand knows how to engineer solid fits while adding in a good amount of stretch (10 percent elastane in this pair). That makes ‘em worth the investment.
J. Crew 484 Jean ($125)
Although the retailer has had its share of struggles over the years, there are certain items that it pays to grab from the brand — like its reliably well-fitting, well-made denim. The 484 fit is the slimmest cut the brand offers, but the J. Crew 770 Jean is made for those who need more leg room (don’t skip leg days, fellas). Grab them on sale if you can, and you’re getting a nice bargain.
Mott and Bow Baxter Slim Denim in Medium Blue ($108)
If you’re hesitant to veer into full-on light wash territory, Mott and Bow again offers a go-between option that still packs a punch in terms of a nice fit and quality for the price. The Slim fit is tailored but not rock star-skinny, and the wash strikes that happy medium between inky selvedge and a completely faded pair. On the fence about light wash denim? These are the style to pick up.
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