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What's the most iconic blue-jeans video ad?

funkbrain — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 19:23:23 -0800

What's the most iconic blue-jeans video ad?

I ripped my pre-ripped jeans... oops?

Jacen Solo — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 20:18:04 -0800

So I have these pre-ripped jeans. But, then I actually ripped them. What now? So I have these jeans, with those designer-ey pre-ripped areas around the knees. (An example of what I'm talking about is here, although that's a lot more rips than the ones I have---but it gives you a good look at the feature in question.)

Well, one day while dressing, I accidentally poked my toe in the pre-ripped area, and now there's an actual rip. Like, a big hole, through which you can see my hairy knee. I'm pretty sure that's not a desired look. (But, I could be wrong?)

How would I go about fixing this? If you take a look at the picture I linked, you can see that it isn't exactly sewing-thread that fills in the pre-ripped areas; it's this kind of jean-type thick string stuff. Can I buy that somewhere, and do a somewhat reasonable job reassembling the old look? Should I just not worry about this at all? (Yeah, I know this whole question is a bit neurotic :P.) Throw these jeans out, and buy new ones? I dunno. I only started wearing jeans in the last couple of months, so it's all a bit new to me.

Where can I find some USA-made jeans in Los Angeles?

rybreadmed — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 22:06:21 -0800

Where can I buy jeans in Los Angeles that are made in the USA? I got sick of all my clothing being made in China and Vietnam. It seems that no matter what store I go into (including "high-end clothing"), everything is made in Asia.

I want to wear jeans made here in the USA--without spending an arm and a leg. That means I want to spend less than $100, and closer to $50 would be much better. I want something comfortable, long-lasting, and perhaps in a boot cut--but I'm not a cowboy. I'm not looking for rodeo wear.

I went into an American Apparel, and did not like anything. It's perhaps too hip for the likes of me. I'm impressed with their desire to provide livable wages and make their product in downtown LA, but it's not my style. Up until now, I've mostly been a Gap and Banana Republic type of fella. I'd also like to be able to try on my jeans first, so buying something online sight unseen isn't going to happen.

Holy jeans need healing

srboisvert — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 02:52:29 -0800

My jeans always wear out in the spot right behind the crotch seam in the two rear quadrants formed by the four way seam intersection. It's not an area people generally tend to see and I could probably extend their wearable life considerably by patching the holes to keep my tackle from hanging out. Is there any easy way to patch these holes? Some product perhaps? I have no sewing machine, have never sewn a thing in my life and my mom is a giant ocean away.

help me locate this belt

raphael19 — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 23:28:44 -0800

Can you help me find online a belt (for jeans) i saw on a magazine cover? Hi,

I supply an uploaded photo. On the buckle, the script reads as either "tough" or "rough". (If you know something similar it is all right too...)

Thanks in advance...

http://img258.imageshack.us/my.php?image=27122008669aw1.jpg

What are popular stores to buy jeans and sweaters as a gift for a 14 year old boy?

Caz721 — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 13:45:41 -0800

What are popular stores to buy jeans and sweaters as a gift for a 14 year old boy I've never met? I am participating in a charitable "Secret Santa" program at my office, through a local charity we work with. My letter is from a 14 year old boy, who asks for, among other things, jeans and sweaters. The organizer in our office doesn't have any further information from the charity as to preferences, and the kids I'm related to are all a bit younger than 14 and still more interested in toys than clothing.

I'm in Manhattan and happy to go into a store or order online, though I'd like to include a gift receipt in case he needs to change the size or absolutely hates what I buy so I guess places that have a NYC store would be best.

All I know about him is his age (14), that he's living in the Bronx, and that his size is 18 (which appears to be the upper edges of boys' sizing, though if I'm reading sizing charts wrong, please let me know). I'd like to get him clothing he'd actually like, so if anyone has recommendations for where 14 year olds boys would like to shop, I'd appreciate it. Thanks for your help.

It All Went Downhill Once Luke Brower Moved In

A Long and Troublesome Lameness — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 11:03:42 -0800

My blue jeans look like they belong to Kirk Cameron. When I wear jeans on weekends, I wear Levis 505s (yes, they are still manufactured!). I have been wearing the same size and brand since 1985. They may even be stonewashed. I am a married, urban, professional male in my mid 30's, and I shouldn't be dressing like Mike Seaver. To what kind of jeans should I upgrade? I would wear them only on weekends, never to work. I would like to look my age without looking like I haven't updated my wardrobe since Frank Bartles and Ed Jaymes ruled the zeitgeist. I'm not terribly price sensitive. Or stylish. Suggestions? Thank you for your support.

the best jeans in the world

mustcatchmooseandsquirrel — Fri, 03 Aug 2007 11:00:55 -0800

Where can I get these jeans online? Levi's is out of my size (4) and preferred color (blue press) in these jeans. I've tried googling and ebaying but that only turns up with the Juniors version of these jeans which are similar but really not the same.

I want size 4(27) or, if impossible, size 6(28). I do not want Junior's sizes.

Can you help me find these?