Monday 21 June 2010

Stonewash Hearts

Particularly here in the UK, where the london cool kids like to dress in a clashing faux pas protest to conventional living, denim has gone beyond a double or twin persona this season; becoming more of a levis wallpaper for our generation. But while jeans are a girls' best friend and enemy in equal measure, for a guy, denim is stonewashed into our subconcious, and becomes an everyday inclusion in the masculine stance and appearance.

I mentioned in a previous post how I've enjoyed jodphur jumping between different fabrics and styles with my trouser choices, opting away where possible from the heartbeat restraining drainpipes. But whatever the preconceptions are on double denim, there's no denying the vintage and retro charm it's reignited with jeans. Industrial, earthy and distressed aclaims of masculinity are encouraged. And the likes of D&G have showcased denim on the runway recently that presents men as organic grunge beings with a naturally distressed and bohemian edge.

It can be a daunting denim prospect to dedicate attire to one fabric, but the key is to simply indulge in layering I think; and to enjoy the beautiful juxtaposition of faded vintage stonewash with fresh sparking blue from bright retailers such as H&M. 'Double Denim' doesn't instegate drowning in the fabric like an uncomfortable smurf, but more a chance to clash the times together. So whether it's a classic denim jacket from Levis, crinkled seaside jeans that are rolled up to reveal kooky brogues, or an urban hoody layered with a crisp denim shirt, the options are endless for a title that suggests there's only two dimensions to the trend.
( collage below taken from http://thehub.c-hab.com/ )




68 comments:

  1. denim is always inspiring. love your outfit so much,

    thx for your comment :D

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  2. Your write beautifully! I couldn't agree more.

    Love your take on double denim!

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  3. wonderful take on double denim <3
    hard to pull off, but you nailed it!!

    Cheri,x

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  4. I have always loved that kind of jeans. :)
    I love you style.
    XoXo

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  5. i love the double denim! and your photos with it are fantastic!

    i'm following you :)


    XO
    http://fashiontrendsneverdies.blogspot.com/

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  6. This is one of the most beautifully written blogs I've ever read, and you look so cool in denim (something I've never myself mastered)
    From Carys of La Ville Inconnue

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  7. Who else could take double denim and make it look awesome? Only you :) I love your writing style too, your a talent! xxx

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  8. hahahahahaa

    I also had thought about doing an entry using double denim

    pd. i love it.

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  9. Beautiful post and blog!
    Lovely look and writing!

    xoxox,
    CC

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  10. Love the look on you! Looks good!
    http://bubbbbbbaf.blogspot.com

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  11. double denim is YAY!!!! love how you styled this, xoxo

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  12. Wow, great! I love your style:)

    http://minnja.blogspot.com/

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  13. yes indeed, I love me some denim on denim
    y'alls got me chuckling a couple times!

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  14. cool outfit! i loooove acid wash denim <3

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  15. Great outfit, denim is always classic!

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  16. as much as i love the idea of denim on denim, it's extremely hard to pull off for most people! i have yet to take up the challenge, but sooner or later, i'll get there! ;) you look amazing btw... no surprise there. i really admire and love your style.

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  17. I love the denim trend! your looks are so inspiring! I lve the ralph lauren ones and the ones from guess! these are great too though! I love your outfit as well :)

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  18. love the denim ! it's so cool
    btw, thanks for your comment :)

    xoxo
    -T-

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  19. Kids in SF are pairing chambray workshirts with dark denim skinnies.

    <3

    -Dyanna Pure
    www.thesfstyle.com

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  20. I love denim on denim, that is if it's done properly and it is your case definitely :). I liek the stipe of lighter blue denim on your shirt and with the necklaces it all goes together wonderfully.Mmmh, I might have to do that too :p. <3

    skiepies.blogspot.com/

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  21. Hey thanks for the comment on my blog :) I've seen you around on Lookbook.nu before, looking good! I just bought a sleeveless washed-out studded denim jacket that I'm thinking of wearing with some old torn denim shorts. Mmm double denim
    xxx
    Duck

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  22. woooooowwww do you know that you are the more fashionable men that y know¿? haha (sorry, my inglish is horrible..:S)
    xxxxxxxxxxxxxx

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  23. thankyou for the comment on my blog.
    i like the blog you have going, i'll definately keep reading x

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  24. Geat blog and post**
    This is one of the best written blog **

    http://maryshowrrom.blogspot.com

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  25. ohh u look great in denim!! nice blog!

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  26. great great great blog! and great pics as well..
    keep following us on
    www.modemuffins.blogspot.com

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  27. wow love your blog!
    it's amazing:)


    www.gingersmile.blogspot.com

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  28. great take on denim..it will forever remain a go to item!

    fashionableroad.blogspot.com

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  29. the 80´its comingback!!1...i lovit!!
    kiss!

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  30. you're so cool!
    amazzziiingg :)
    I love denim too

    .a little princess.

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  31. whoa! well written!
    I'll be sporting the double denim! Two thumbs up!



    wolfanddeer.blogspot.com

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  32. AMAZING.

    thanks for ur visit


    follow?<3


    xxx

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  33. heeeyy thanks for stopping by! so glad to finally meet male blogger! do keep me posted with the fashion. xx

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  34. Yes! I am all PRO double denim!

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  35. I really like to wear denim especially in this part of the year :)
    Anyway, your blog is such a great idea!

    See you

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  36. cool spread, I just love denim!
    thanks for the comment! :)
    xoxo
    Olivia

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  37. THAT is how you do double denim! love the bracelet too

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  38. Wow, I really enjoyed reading your take on denim. I wasn't aware of the cultural meaning it's taken on there. Over here (in the US) the youth are much less intellectual, I would imagine. Oh, and the way you styled that ensemble is outstanding, sir! Great layering.

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  39. nice post! love your hair.

    I'll visit you often,

    bisous

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  40. I don't wear denim, but here look great ;)

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  41. loving denim.. those looks on the magazine are pretty cute.
    and i lovee your outfit! specially the jacket :)

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  42. oh how I love denim on denim. Love the way you put this look together :)


    clothes are cute
    clothes are cute

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  43. I'm starting to loveee the double denim trend. You pulled it off wonderfully!

    Thanks for the comment!!

    <3 Kelly
    sourtang.com

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  44. Although, I am not a fan of "double denim" you managed to pull it of perfectly. Maybe it's because the color of your jeans is grey or because the denim shirt seems to have a soft texture, almost like a cotton shirt. I also love how you rolled up your jeans and the shirt's sleeves.

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  46. Perhaps it will seem a rather banal comment, but with jeans I feel more beautiful.
    Add: thank you for visiting my blog, I love words, I love the word "darling".

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  47. hi, today i write something in english in my blog so if you want to read my post now you can :D i hope you enjoy!

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  48. Since I do remember, denim was always my addiction. I used to wear it from head to toe from 10 years. Now people are pissin me of. They were laughing at me 2 years ago, now they are wearing exactly the same way I did many years ago. Fashion is strange. People are stranger. We all should move to Mars.

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  49. everything is so well written and i love your outfit here.

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  50. they call it the Texas Tuxedo here in the US on the account of all the cowboys. You look fantastic!

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  51. just stumbled upon your blog, its great! I'd love to exchange links!

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  52. your hair is seriously epic.. and im loving this denim look, such a cool shirt.

    And your comment is the sweetest <3

    Meho xx

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  53. i really like your style, very inspiring

    www.jaimeclorenzo.blogspot.com

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  54. This summer is all about the double denim!

    Phiephie
    THE FASHION SMOKE x

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  55. double denim hit me :) love it

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  56. you have a lovely blog. great outfit. I just found a different style to you. most of the guys in my country is less noticed in style. i just followed your blog :)

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  57. I love denim. Double denim is hard to do, but some people can pull it off.

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  58. Oh!! I didn't know your blog! It's really nice!

    Love the demin style and it fits you so well!

    Follow your blog since now ;)

    Kisses
    Lara

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  59. denim...it is so common among us and yet not many manage to pull it of.not to mention double denim. you really did a great job with this outfit, love it!

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  60. loving all the denim action here, great post!


    D E G A I N E

    http://www.fashiondegaine.com

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  61. love your blog, so inspiring and your post are beautifull, i love your hair style too very fierce
    xx
    http://ohsosandii3.blogspot.com/

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  63. This is one of the best men outfits I ever seen!:)

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  64. your denim outfit is amazing
    love your style

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