13 Faded Black Jeans That Are More Versatile Than Blue
When I pay attention to how most of the guys I know dress, their trouser choice usually comes down to one of two options. Either they’re pulling up in a pair of blue jeans, or in some swishier, tailored trousers that they’re trying (with varying degrees of success) to dress down. Both of these moves can definitely work, but there’s a wide open lane in the middle that I’ve realized we don’t talk about enough. And that is the world of faded black denim. That’s because wearing a pair of soft, ever-so-slightly washed out black jeans guarantees the result that I think both the above guys are actually looking for. The style delivers more polish and intention than blue jeans, but keeps all of their comfort, durability, and relaxed energy. (True black denim, on the other hand, can read a little dyed and harsh.) And unlike delicate black dress pants, which clash only too easily with any blazer that has a different weight or texture, some washed black denim goes with almost any black blazer, …
