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October 08, 11:58 AM

January 05, 04:21 AM

For 35 years, Edwin Japan have worked on improving efficiency, quality, construction and washing methods by studying and engineering machinery used in the denim manufacturing process.

Find our more and watch the Video HERE

January 03, 08:51 AM

January 02, 02:51 PM

A couple of pics from our latest photoshoot in the UK countryside…

December 23, 08:37 AM

Seasons Greetings and a Happy New Year from the everyone at EDWIN HQ…

Thank you for your continued support in 2011.

We’ll leave you with a bit of James Brown to get you in the mood…

December 21, 08:00 AM

See the rest of the photos from Berlin on our Facebook Page.

Photos by: Drea

December 20, 02:58 PM

A big thanks to everyone who made it out to the Akeef’s 3rd Birthday in Berlin last weekend. The weather was bad, but that didn’t stop the crowds turning up – “The beer was cold and the music was HOT”

More photos tomorrow…

Photos by: Drea

December 20, 05:38 AM

via Retronaut

December 16, 05:07 AM

Our friends at Goodstead in Edinburgh have just relaunched their site – Thanks to Ian for the denim illustration…

goodstead.co.uk
facebook.com/Goodstead

December 15, 04:23 AM

December 14, 12:22 PM

To take the stress out of last minute Christmas shopping, we have extended our returns policy to make it easier for you to exchange for a different size or style in the new year…

You now have until 10th January 2012.

Shop HERE

December 13, 09:56 AM

A look inside akeef – three years on…

Help celebrate their Birthday on Friday night – CLICK HERE

December 12, 06:08 AM

A great mix from ATA for Robert Johnson, featuring “Parfait Tirage” from our friend Paradis.

December 10, 01:15 PM

December 09, 01:06 PM

The entire EDWIN Europe team got together under one roof this week for our bi-annual Euro Meeting, launching the Fall / Winter 2012 collection…

Without giving the game away, here’s a brief look behind the scenes.

December 09, 09:57 AM

To mark Akeef’s three year anniversary, we have teamed up with the Berlin store to help them celebrate.

WHERE: Akeef, Berlin.
WHEN: Friday 16th December, 19:00-Midnight & Saturday 17th December, 11:00-19:00.

Everyone is welcome…

December 04, 05:18 AM

Thanks to everyone who braved the torrential rain on Thursday night and made it to our denim evening at Weavers Door in Liverpool.

We had it all – denim, hot dogs, mulled wine and Japanese beer!

Congratulations to David for winning the competition and taking home a pair of ED-71′s on the night…

See the rest of the pics on Facebook and keep an eye on The Sample for more ‘post-match’ reaction!

If you missed the footage we projected onto the wall across the street, catch up HERE

December 03, 08:24 AM

EDWIN, Kawasaki W650, FOTT, Moscow…

December 01, 05:12 AM

This week the weather has influenced our choice from the Fall / Winter Collection.

The Wyatt Sweater is utilitarian heavyweight cable knit, made from Eco Planet recycled yarn and features stitched elbow pads, reinforced shoulders and selvage detail on the hem – Perfect for the winter months ahead.

Available now from our Online Store in Fire & Charcoal.

See the rest of the photos on our Facebook Page.

Find your nearest stockist HERE

November 30, 08:17 AM

Celebrating 75 Years of LIFE – See 75 of the best HERE

November 29, 05:26 AM

For regular visitors to the site, you may have already noticed a new item in our navigation, “Shop“…

For those of you who missed it, over the last month we have taken our first steps into the world of eCommerce by offering a selection of the Fall / Winter Collection online, alongside the main site.

http://shop.edwin-europe.com/

Initially we are offering key pieces from the collection including the Nashville, SEN, ED-47, ED-55, ED-71ED-77 as well as a small selection of Shirts, T-Shirts and Knitwear.

To begin with, we will be shipping to Germany, UK, France, Netherlands, Belgium, Austria, Spain and Finland.

Your new home for EDWIN denim, offering sizes from 28″/32″ to 40″/36″

CLICK HERE and take a look for yourself…

November 26, 05:41 AM
November 23, 07:45 AM

Some of the latest work from Backyard Bill, go get lost on his site for a couple of hours!

November 22, 05:43 AM

Makoto Yagyu (Paus, If Lucy Fell and Riding Panico) wearing EDWIN whilst on tour in Portugal…

November 21, 05:09 AM

SUN / SET / STAR celebrate a decade in business next month and everyone is welcome!!

If you are in Graz, Austria on the 3rd of December, make sure you drop in and say hello…

RSVP on Facebook.

November 20, 02:25 PM

Last week Union Made launched “Edwin Unplugged“, the idea was to bring a cool bunch of people together to enjoy a night of Blues and Beer with Edwin South Africa.

The night was a huge success, so thanks to everyone who made it along.

You can see the rest of the images on “Diary of Ward” – CLICK HERE

November 16, 06:57 AM

Pantha Du Prince – Stick To My Side

November 15, 12:54 PM

The latest instalment of ‘A Closer Look’ steps away from the denim and gets a detailed look at the Shin Shirt from the Fall / Winter Collection…

A heavyweight yarn-dyed cotton flannel for the cold days ahead, this simplified work shirt can be worn as an over shirt and has been garment washed to give it that lived in feel.

Get one for yourself HERE or find your nearest stockist.

More photos can be found as usual on our Facebook page.

November 14, 06:24 AM

French Photographer, Fabien Penso is currently in the middle of travelling around India on an Enfield 350 wearing a pair of Nashville’s!

We can’t wait to see how his denim looks after 3 months of riding dirt tracks on a motorbike, but in the meantime you can check out some of his photos HERE

November 11, 07:19 AM

Established in 1987, Union has been providing Newcastle with menswear for nearly 25 years.

Witness the EDWIN denim mountain for yourself…

November 10, 12:38 PM

A date for the diaries – Thursday 1st December 2011 - 18:00 – 21:00.

This time we’re heading to Weavers Door in Liverpool for an evening of denim, food, drink and music…

1 Cavern Walks, Harrington Street, Liverpool L2 6RE (MAP)

Hope to see some of you there – RSVP on Facebook.

November 09, 05:53 AM

This place will look very different come January and the Moonraker control panel will be fully functional!

November 08, 02:24 PM

Spotted on the streets of Berlin…

November 08, 05:58 AM

This mobile showroom took to the roads of Germany as part of the latest Articus & Stewens press tour.

November 07, 05:39 AM

November 06, 08:59 AM

“When I grow up I’m going to Bovine University”

November 04, 06:55 AM

Bad parking and stealing from Jesus…

November 03, 12:55 PM

A random assortment of photos from our latest trip to the UK.

Aircraft, Rust & Rope…

November 02, 09:10 AM

November 01, 02:04 PM

On our latest trip to Rome we paid a couple of EDWIN retailers a visit including Bottiglieria (above) & General Store (below)…

November 01, 06:11 AM

Max Raptor – Good taste in denim…

October 31, 06:22 AM

Find the rest of the photos from our trip on our Facebook Page – CLICK HERE

October 30, 02:56 PM

Pro Green has been spotted on TV in the UK several times over the last couple of weeks donning Edwin pieces such as the SEN Selvedge & Eastwood Shirt.

Thanks Stephen.

You can catch up with his appearances on Jools Holland, Celebrity Juice,  X-Factor and Professor Green: Unseen by clicking the links – UK residents only unfortunately.

October 29, 09:20 AM

October 28, 09:20 AM

Part one of our latest trip to Japan…

October 26, 10:42 AM

They don’t make them like they used to! Spotted in a vintage store in Shibuya, Tokyo.

October 19, 04:24 AM

Our friends over at Blitz Motorcycles are throwing a party in Paris this Thursday!

We expect you all to be there!

October 17, 06:56 AM

Filmed in the heart of the English countryside, look out for our denim and knitwear in the latest Meet Bernard lookbook…

October 13, 08:36 AM

For Fall / Winter 2011 Edwin have collaborated with traditional Swedish leather manufacturer Jofama, to produce the ‘Airman’ & ‘Airwoman’.

Crafted from aged buffalo with blood red silk lining, vintage rivets, buttons and a removable fur collar.

The Jofama x Edwin jacket is a nod to the pilots, the bikers, the obsession with Americana and the spirit of rebellion.

See all of the photos on Facebook & Flickr.

Find your nearest stockist HERE

(Press and retailers can download a selection of Hi-Res images by logging in)

October 12, 09:12 AM

To make a wash, especially one which has a more ‘natural’ looking character, it requires many complicated stages.

To illustrate this, we have broken the process down into simple stages, so that we may better understand the time and complexity involved in creating one ‘simple’ wash.

CLICK HERE to take a look at each step, and see how the Lumber Used Wash is created step by step…

October 10, 04:25 AM

On Friday, we headed to UNION in Newcastle to host a promotional evening of drinks and music.

Thanks to everyone who made it down to Grey Street, Geoff, Doug and all the guys at Union for the hospitality, Wylam Brewery for the pale ale, and of course The Sour Mash Trio for the “EDWIN & Blues”

See the rest of the pics on our Facebook Page

October 07, 09:00 AM

A big thank you to everyone who made it down to the launch of the EDWIN Overworks Collection at Son of a Stag last night, and a special thanks to Rudy for a great night.

You can find the rest of the photos on our Facebook Page.

October 06, 06:13 AM

The journey to middle earth…

October 04, 06:33 AM

This Friday, Union are hosting a promotional evening of drinks and music at their Grey Street Store, with The Sour Mash Trio providing the entertainment…

5pm – 8pm, Friday 7th October.
Union, 69 Grey Street, Newcastle, NE1 6EF

RSVP on our Facebook Page – CLICK HERE

October 03, 08:26 AM

A look inside the German PR Agency, Articus & Stewens

October 02, 10:36 AM

October 01, 01:33 PM

September 30, 06:42 AM

On Thursday 6th October, Son of a Stag will host the official launch of the Over Works Factory collection at their store in London.

All inspired by original Vintage pieces from 1910 – 1960’s, we will be showcasing Fall / Winter 2011 and Spring / Summer 2012 pieces from EDWIN’s premium line to celebrate our 50th anniversary of denim manufacture.

7pm until late, 9 Dray Walk (off 91 Brick Lane), The Old Truman Brewery, London, E1 6QL

Go to Facebook for more information and to accept our invitation – CLICK HERE

September 29, 06:23 AM

Paul Vickery explores the complexities of teenage identity in his latest exhibition, Transition

Opening/Private View October 6th, 6.30-8.30pm
Runs October 7 – November 4, 2011
Open Mon-Fri, 9am-6pm
Bayeux
78 Newman Street
London W1T 3EP

More info HERE

September 28, 09:52 AM

September 27, 05:47 AM

A couple of pics from our latest trip to New York – See you next time!

September 26, 08:11 AM

Invaluable advice from the US Army…

September 25, 06:16 AM

Finally made time to watch Submarine, had this song stuck in my head ever since…

1. No Pet Names
2. No Hand-Holding
3. NO EMOTIONS

September 21, 04:52 AM

 

September 15, 11:13 AM

Watched this last night…

I never even knew Scorcese made this…the weirdest film he ever directed, period…a sort of ‘if you thought it couldn’t get any worse’ sort of premise…

Anyway, watch it here

September 15, 09:26 AM

Look what you missed out on…

September 15, 05:28 AM

The unique and wonderful store ‘Unionville’ worked with Edwin to create a limited number of exclusive five pocket denims.

Made using our exclusively developed JAPANESE 14oz Red Listed Selvage denim.

Unionville applied specific details using the Nashville block, to create this special piece.

We at EDWIN are major fans! – Exclusively available at Unionville – Only 300 made.

Thank you to FREDRIK and the SIVLETTO/UNIONVILLE crew!

Check out FREDRIK’S advice on how this beautiful rigid denim should endure its first soak to seal the indigo…Probably the best way in our opinion!

September 14, 10:40 AM

Sometimes when working with denim at the laundry, the ends of your fingers become coloured with indigo from the denim…

It gets under your nails and ingrained in the grooves of your skin…

It serves well to wash it all away with a soak in the sea…

September 09, 08:09 AM

The second edition of ‘A Closer Look’ turns the spotlight on this seasons ‘Heavy Stone Sanded’ Chino.

See all of the photos on Facebook & Flickr.

Now available in the Hollis, ED-77 Chino and for the first time we have added the ED-55 Chino to the collection.

Find your nearest stockist HERE

(Press and retailers can download a selection of Hi-Res images by logging in)

September 06, 09:04 AM

We have just put the finishing touches to our very own space at Galeries Lafayette in Paris…

If you’re in the area, make sure you pop by and say hello to Marie.

thanks again to Nadége and Antoine for the good work.

September 05, 02:52 PM

“Whenever I hear the word ‘culture’, I bring out my checkbook.”

Le Mépris (1963) via IWDRM

September 05, 04:35 AM

September 01, 10:38 AM

It does not get better than this.

Triangle sandwiches, tea and discussing product at the home of Lavenham Horse Rugs, Lavenham, UK.

August 31, 03:32 PM
August 30, 06:03 AM

Le Bazar des Poulis Pop-Up Store is open this Friday, Saturday and Sunday in Paris at Hôtel Jules & Jim.

Military | Vintage | Deadstock | Sportswear

Get all the info you need HERE

August 27, 09:40 AM

A close friend of the Edwin family, Paradis just released his first record on Tim Sweeney’s Record Label Beats in Space.

La Ballade de Jim – Watch & Learn…

August 26, 06:41 AM

Watch the infamous 1969 Vietnam War documentary by Emile de Antonio here.

August 25, 11:20 AM

This is your final call – This Friday & Saturday…

rodandkustom.com

August 24, 02:01 PM

Life away from the Bunker…

August 24, 09:27 AM

You can now get a closer look at the new Fall / Winter collection on our site, showcasing the latest denim, chinos, jackets, knitwear, shirts & T-Shirts to get you through the next 6 months…

You can also find more info about the fabrics, washes and even a fit guide

CLICK HERE

August 23, 12:26 PM

More pics from Jacket Required earlier in the month – CLICK HERE

August 19, 08:40 AM

In our ears in the Manchester Showroom this afternoon…

August 18, 05:36 AM

Photography by Lisa Holgersson.

See more in ED Zine Issue 4 and HERE.

August 11, 07:59 AM
August 05, 09:05 AM

This week we are wrapping up our tradeshow appearances for the season in London.

This Sunday and Monday you will be able to find us at Jacket Required.

The show features over 35 brands from around the World and is located on Redchurch Street in Shoreditch.

It would be great to see you over the weekend, so if you haven’t registered yet, do it HERE ASAP, Jacket Required is strictly invitation only.

CLICK HERE for more information.

August 04, 09:05 AM

Today is our first day at Gallery in Copenhagen. We’re here until Saturday showing our Spring / Summer 2012 collection, so if you’re in the vicinity, come and say hello…

CLICK HERE

August 01, 09:16 AM

Following the Second World War, the American occupation forces remaining in Japan helped to introduce denim ‘jeans’ culture, which would become a global cultural phenomenon.

In 1947, Tsunemi Yonehachi Shoten was established as a U.S Military Surplus clothing store in the Nippori district of Tokyo. The store was a family business, and was to be the starting point for the EDWIN brand, as we know it today.

After many years of dedication to the Tsunemi Yonechi Shoten business, Shuji Tsunemi, the son of the founders was passed ownership in 1961. Mr Tsunemi, had an acute understanding for the power of denim culture, and the potential it represented, having spent some years studying in California.

He recognised the opportunity for importing used, five pocket denims from the U.S. and that year the Tokyo store changed its name to EDWIN (using the letters from the word DENIM, and flipping the M to a W) and quickly became the specialist in reconditioned second hand denims.

We are proud to release the 2011 Fall / Winter collection and celebrate the 50th year of premium quality jeans manufacture, utilising many exclusively developed fabrics both in Japan and Europe.

Download PDF | View Online | Digital Version | Facebook | Flickr

July 28, 06:08 AM

Take a picture of a picture from the past, in the present…

via Dear Photograph

July 27, 09:34 AM

After another hectic week we got to spend the weekend in Mallorca of all places. Apart from the weather, we had a great time!

July 25, 04:10 AM
July 23, 06:29 AM

The Global Language Monitor estimates that there are currently 1,009,753 words in the English language. Despite this large lexicon, many nuances of human experience still leave us tongue-tied. And that’s why sometimes it’s necessary to turn to other languages to find le mot juste. Here are fifteen foreign words with no direct English equivalent.

1. Zhaghzhagh (Persian) The chattering of teeth from the cold or from rage.

2. Yuputka (Ulwa) A word made for walking in the woods at night, it’s the phantom sensation of something crawling on your skin.

3. Slampadato (Italian) Addicted to the infra-red glow of tanning salons? This word describes you.

4. Luftmensch (Yiddish) The Yiddish have scores of words to describe social misfits. This one is for an impractical dreamer with no business sense. Literally, air person.

5. Iktsuarpok (Inuit) You know that feeling of anticipation when you’re waiting for someone to show up at your house and you keep going outside to see if they’re there yet? This is the word for it.

6. Cotisuelto (Caribbean Spanish) A word that would aptly describe the prevailing fashion trend among American men under 40, it means one who wears the shirt tail outside of his trousers.

7. Pana Po’o (Hawaiian) “Hmm, now where did I leave those keys?” he said, pana po’oing. It means to scratch your head in order to help you remember something you’ve forgotten.

8. Gumusservi (Turkish) Meteorologists can be poets in Turkey with words like this at their disposal. It means moonlight shining on water.

9. Vybafnout (Czech) A word tailor-made for annoying older brothers—it means to jump out and say boo.

10. Mencolek (Indonesian) You know that old trick where you tap someone lightly on the opposite shoulder from behind to fool them? The Indonesians have a word for it.

11. Faamiti (Samoan) To make a squeaking sound by sucking air past the lips in order to gain the attention of a dog or child.

12. Glas wen (Welsh) A smile that is insincere or mocking. Literally, a blue smile.

13. Bakku-shan (Japanese) The experience of seeing a woman who appears pretty from behind but not from the front.

14. Boketto (Japanese) It’s nice to know that the Japanese think enough of the act of gazing vacantly into the distance without thinking to give it a name.

15. Kummerspeck (German) Excess weight gained from emotional overeating. Literally, grief bacon.

Personally, ‘Bakku-shan’ is now part of my everyday vocabulary…B

From Mentalfloss

July 22, 09:55 AM

Thanks to everyone who made the trip to Amsterdam last weekend, good to see you all…

July 21, 01:54 PM

Our French tour concluded in Albi, hometown of Antoine (Centre, North East / North West Agent). An amazing city to end the tour with fireworks to celebrate Bastille Day.

See photos from the whole tour – HERE

July 20, 03:58 AM

The Gentleman’s Journal – woodworker, printmaker, musician, butcher, custom jeans maker…

grainandgram.com

July 19, 09:40 AM

Gerard was our host in Toulouse, showing us around the City, visiting the Edwin Showroom, Eastside, Sun Bell Store, Orly & Moda In.

More photos on Facebook

July 18, 05:13 AM

For the second leg of our French tour we headed 350km south to Aix-en-Provence.

Thanks to Sofiane and Caroline for the guided tour!

July 16, 12:27 PM

Over the past five days we have travelled around France visiting showrooms and stores…

First stop, Annecy. Thanks to Alix for showing us the sights.

More Photos

July 14, 12:53 PM

Wiz Khalifa wearing Edwin in the latest issue of Front Mag

July 13, 02:20 PM

A big thank you to everyone we met in Berlin, we had another great reaction to the new collection.

We’re looking forward to seeing you all again next week in Amsterdam closely followed by Copenhagen and London in August.

See more pics as usual on our Facebook Page.

July 13, 06:40 AM

A spectacular private collection of Port that we were shown on our travels this week.

This guy has got port for days…

July 12, 10:42 AM

July 12, 04:08 AM

Worn everyday for a year…

Before & After. CLICK HERE

July 11, 06:37 AM

July 07, 08:33 AM

Photography by Julien Lachaussée

More on Facebook

July 05, 01:19 PM

Made entirely of 10mm steel round bar by Benedict Radcliffe

July 01, 09:25 AM

Here’s bassist Duff McKagan and Susan Holmes taking a look around our Paris showroom this week…

June 30, 04:33 AM

The 4th edition of the L.O.C.K Book presents the brands exhibiting at the L.O.C.K next week at Bread & Butter.

Read more HERE

June 28, 07:45 AM

The wait is over…

CLICK HERE

June 28, 04:47 AM

An alternative look by Richard Haines

June 27, 10:36 AM

A mutual appreciation – Southsiders – Motorcycle Culture

June 25, 03:05 PM

June 22, 04:19 AM
June 21, 04:10 PM

June 21, 04:18 AM

A big thanks to everyone who paid us a visit in Firenze this year. A great turnout and a great response.

Pitti was a real success this year, a fantastic start to the season and the first opportunity we have to meet and showcase to some of our customers.

Next stop, Paris

June 20, 04:08 PM
June 19, 01:48 PM

We quite like the unpolished sound, gloriously abrasive… like a Greggs sausage roll that takes the skin of the roof of your mouth, but you can’t help but eat the thing…

CLICK HERE

June 18, 11:28 AM

Gus with Benny, our man in Firenze…

June 18, 03:38 AM

Like it or not, is not for us to say.

But we do recognise that Kidult chooses to wear a solid denim product in his quest to communicate his work, on the street – Watch closely…

Kidult is punk rock to me.

June 16, 08:03 AM

See the rest of the photos on our Facebook Page.

June 15, 03:57 PM

More pics from the Italian countryside…

June 15, 07:57 AM

The whole Edwin team met up in Tuscany last week, looking ahead to 2012 already…

June 14, 08:20 AM

Last week we saw the premiere of I.D.W.P – Projected onto the side of a farmhouse in Tuscany…

To get an idea of scale, you can see the door bottom left.

Watch the trailer HERE – COMING SOON

June 14, 04:18 AM

Photographer Bill Eppridge captures the fashion and spirit of the early 1960s in New York City.

via Inventory

June 13, 03:03 PM

Spotted in the streets of Florence…

Only three of these were ever made, with wood surrounds, wicker work seats, boot, grille and bumpers.

June 13, 06:45 AM

Pitti – 14th-17th June 2011

June 09, 05:13 AM

June 06, 04:16 AM

A couple of weeks back, Fat Buddha opened the doors of their new St. Vincent Street Store in Glasgow, boasting two floors and a mezzanine.

The new EDWIN section is looking particularly good.

CLICK HERE

Photos by Stephen Hughes

June 03, 02:17 PM

Menno’s lovely lady in Tenue de Nîmes denim…

More info

June 01, 04:27 PM

Spotted on the Weaver’s Door Facebook Page alongside Folk & Grenson…

May 31, 05:56 AM

‘A Perfect Vacuum’ by Jeremy Geddes – Released & SOLD OUT – 30th May 2011

See the image in more detail HERE

As featured in ED Zine Issue III – CLICK HERE

May 25, 05:17 AM

Arriving soon… CLICK HERE

May 24, 12:49 PM

More music from ED ZINE Issue IV – Download HERE

May 23, 04:42 AM

The ‘Stealth’ came about after a random meet last year in Paris…

Blitz are an independent custom motorcycle garage based in Paris. We both share similar philosophies in life and approach our products in a similar way.

Needless to say, it was a refreshing and random meet, which has led to some interesting product from both camps!

More info coming soon – See more pics and the full spec HERE or check the following sites:

Hell for Leather Magazine | Motto-Mucci | Silodrome

May 18, 11:45 AM

Another gem from the ED Zine Playlist…

May 17, 04:18 AM

Our latest trip to Germany took us to B74 in Frankfurt City…

Great people, great store.

CLICK HERE

May 16, 01:50 PM

Welcome to the family…

CLICK HERE

May 16, 06:47 AM

A couple of weeks ago DeeCee Style celebrated Hanami to support Japan.

Thanks to everyone who made it down and enjoyed the Yakitori barbeque, Sake, and Japanese beer. More importantly a big thank you to everyone who contributed to a great cause.

May 12, 11:52 AM

This week Liberty of London have released 100 pairs of the ED-55.

The classic ED-55 shape has been re-cut, allowing it to be produced in Japanese Red Selvedge denim for the first time. These carrot shaped jeans have subtle Liberty touches, with paisley printed pocket bags and inside back yoke.

Online and instore now – CLICK HERE

May 12, 06:25 AM

A year in the making – Montreal, Quebec City, Toronto, Manhattan & Chicago.

May 11, 07:18 AM

As featured in our latest ‘ED’ Zine – See more of his work HERE

May 09, 07:15 AM

More images have been added to our group on Flickr – Get involved…

May 05, 06:34 AM

More music from the latest ED Zine playlist…

Listen HERE

Saul Williams ‘List of Demands (Reparations)’ (Single) 2004

May 04, 04:22 PM

A big thanks to everyone who entered our ‘Denim Raffle’ last week.

After a week of writing out each name on a piece of paper, folding them up and putting them all in a massive hat, we have a WINNER

Congratulations to Tom Roseveare, who is now a proud owner of a pair of ED-47 Rainbow Selvage Denim.

Keep an eye on Facebook for more competitions coming soon.

April 28, 08:03 AM

Van Mildert in York (UK) was given the EDWIN treatment last week, go take a look for yourself.

April 26, 11:44 AM

On Thursday this week, DeeCee Style will be celebrating Hanami. As a sign of solidarity they will be supporting Japan this year. So if you’re in Zurich this week make sure you pay them a visit.

A limited number of T-Shirts will be available with the logo “a wave of love for Japan” and all proceeds will be donated to the “Glückskette

From 5pm there will be a Yakitori barbeque, Sake, and Japanese beer.

April 26, 04:08 AM

Thanks to the team over at Individualism for featuring our Chief Shirt & Sen Selvage in their latest ‘look’

You can see behind the scenes photos HERE

April 21, 08:44 AM

The next stop of our German tour took us to Daniels in Cologne…

April 19, 09:37 AM

This week we’re giving away a pair of ED-47′s. All you have to do is subscribe to our newsletter.

For more info CLICK HERE

COMPETITION CLOSED

Good Luck…

April 18, 05:40 AM

April 15, 02:49 PM

A look inside the Berlin Showroom…

April 15, 05:00 AM

Daytona Beach during the Golden age of the ’70s & ’80s.

Another great find from The Selvedge Yard

April 14, 08:31 AM

Arctic Monkeys drummer Matt Helders (far right) spotted in the EDWIN x Pendleton Shirt on Radio One this week to play their new single ‘Don’t Sit Down ‘Cause I’ve Moved Your Chair’

April 09, 06:39 AM

An early warning to give you chance to clear your diary…

Hot Rod & Art Show #5 – 26th-27th August 2011 – Weil am Rhein – Germany

April 08, 05:04 AM

It always makes me smile when I see this ‘message’ scrawled across the wall…

This is a mainland European classic. Not quite understanding the grammatical importance of ‘THE’ between fuck and police. Its a slightly barbaric statement.

This was written in haste, with passion…in a small French country side village, spotted be me this morning whilst taking a stroll to the post office. Rebellion is in the air, the youth aren’t happy and the three village policemen on the bikes are quaking in their hand made boots…

Vive le fuck le everything, something, anything…..

April 06, 04:20 PM

Both Liberty and Edwin have long been highly regarded brands in their own right, exemplifying classic quality in their respective fields.

With this in mind, it felt fitting for Edwin to collaborate on a product that would celebrate these values, in conjunction with the re-launching of Liberty’s Denim Hall.

These classic Edwin ED-55 denim’s are made from our exclusive 14oz Japanese Red Selvage, with the subtle addition of the classic Liberty print used in the detailing of some of the internal components of the denim.

This is a truly beautiful pair of jeans, limited to just 100 pieces.

See the rest of the photos on our Facebook Page.

NB: Press can download hi-res shots and the official press release HERE.

April 04, 10:30 AM

EDWIN taking centre stage in the latest window display at Orly in Toulouse…

April 01, 05:45 AM

A collection of random shots from our recent trip to Italy…

March 31, 06:10 AM

Some of the latest Japanese collection making it into Starcow’s ‘Most Wanted’

March 30, 07:53 AM

Spotted in the English countryside…

March 24, 01:49 PM

 

Tenue de Nîmes released it’s 7th Journal de Nîmes today: The North American issue.

Enjoy…

March 22, 08:43 AM

Another music choice from the latest ED Zine – “Sisters of the Moon” taken from Fleetwood Mac’s 1979 album Tusk…

March 16, 09:17 AM

Back at the ‘Bunker’ after a couple of days in Barcelona…

March 15, 08:54 AM

Thanks to Tyler Brule (editor-in-chief of Monocle) for the recommendation…

My husband is caught in a bit of a denim rut and needs to update his look. What would you suggest?

Short of sending me a picture (please don’t), it’s hard to know what the issues are but I can imagine he’s probably suffering from either an outdated boot-cut or a waist that makes it look like his bum stretches from his ankles to his shoulder blades. The best course of action is to get him into some classic straight-leg Japanese Edwin jeans (no fancy washes) that will age naturally.

Read the rest of Tyler’s FAQ’s at FT.com

March 14, 07:35 AM

To prepare us for the release of Submarine this Friday, we’ve just downloaded the 6 track EP of songs by Alex Turner of the Arctic Monkeys.

We suggest you do the same! Well worth a listen.

March 09, 01:50 PM

For our fifth birthday and our first colour issue we are calling for your submissions, be they pictures or words.

Please send your work for consideration to: zine@edwin-europe.com

(Spec: JPG, 300 dpi, 3000px-4000px in Width, RGB or Grayscale)

Have a look through the first four issues HERE

March 09, 09:21 AM

The Arctic Monkey’s drummer, Matt Helders popped into Sane HQ this afternoon to pick up a couple of choice pieces including the EDWIN x Pendleton Shirt and a pair of ED-55′s.

Watch out for their next gig to see if they have replaced his trademark sweat pants!!

March 08, 06:52 AM

Some pics from last weeks trip to Switzerland / Italy, a very, very good day.

March 07, 09:39 AM

A few weeks ago we made a trip to the Netherlands and paid Vousten a visit to add the finishing touches to their “Jeans Bar”

Above you can see Pierre and Milko reflecting on a job well done!

March 04, 05:33 AM

Here’s some pics from our latest trip to Portugal.

Thanks to Sergio for the hospitality and showing us what we suspect might be a time machine!!

March 02, 08:28 AM

March 01, 08:59 AM

Last week we took a trip to Holland and met a few interesting people along the way.

Two of these people were Roger and Marcel. Two denim lovers who run a beautiful store
in Kerkrade.

If you have a minute CLICK HERE and pay them a visit.

February 26, 05:15 AM

Congratulations to Ashley Theophane (shot by Paul Vickery in ED Zine III ) who became the new British Light Welterweight Champion after a 12 round war with Lenny Dawes at Wembley last Saturday.

With IBO and British titles firmly tucked away, only global domination remains…

February 25, 08:30 AM

When Utah isn’t playing bass for The Right On’s he can be found taking photos on 35mm film.

Here is a small selection to get you started. Download the rest HERE

February 24, 04:17 AM

Mark Amos has just posted a behind the scenes look at the Spring/Summer Photoshoot used on our homepage.

See all the photos on the Tinker Tailor site.

February 23, 07:33 AM

Spotted wearing EDWIN at Download last year, Max Raptor are about to embark on a tour of the UK.

“Max Raptor sound like…the visceral claws of Great British rock n’ roll frantically disembowelling American alt-rock with a partisan punk attitude”

Find them on Facebook.

February 22, 05:53 AM

The new window at Number Nine in Haarlem, Netherlands.

Looking Good!

February 21, 05:43 AM

The latest member of the EDWIN team.

Rita was born the 5th of February, 3200 grams and 50cm.

Congratulations Chrissie.

February 19, 08:27 AM

The Spring Court lookbook just landed in our inbox, and very nice it looks too!

Thanks to the Spring Court team for using EDWIN denim throughout the catalogue.

Get more info HERE

February 18, 12:24 PM

Our friends over at Hell’s Kitchen have just relaunched their site – Go have a look – CLICK HERE

February 17, 06:02 AM

Tinker Tailor participant, Joe Dunthorne released a book called SUBMARINE back in 2008.

On the 18th March this year the film based on the novel is due to be released. Directed by Richard Ayoade. Starring Sally Hawkins, Paddy Considine, Yasmin Paige, Craig Roberts, and Noah Taylor.

Congratulations Joe.

February 16, 05:44 AM

Summer is coming…

February 14, 08:35 AM

This morning we found this gem, a blog about old parked cars

Even a couple of Volvo’s to keep Rey happy!

February 10, 03:43 AM

We’re back from Copenhagen. Great Turnout, Great Response…

See you again next time.

February 09, 10:09 AM

Each season we invite a guest to photograph elements of the latest collection, which they select and shoot without any creative direction from us here at EDWIN. The sole purpose is to showcase the product through their eyes.

For Spring/Summer 2011 we asked Mark Amos to give his own take on things.

Shot at Black Cottage Farm using a Polaroid 180 Camera & Film, you can view the rest of the shoot on our homepage or on Facebook.

February 07, 04:56 AM

Photographer Karlheinz Weinberger’s influential portraits of rebel youth of the sixties features Zurich teenagers who appropriated the look of the American rebel with intricately customised jeans and denim jackets.

The book is out this week. Read more HERE

February 03, 06:40 AM

A big thanks to the team over at FREE / MAN this week for featuring a closer look at some of our Spring / Summer Jackets as well as a nicely written preview and back story of our Fall / Winter Collection.

Keep up the good work!

February 02, 02:55 PM

A couple of snaps from the latest tradeshows in Berlin…

Thanks again to everyone who dropped by and the great response to the F/W11 Collection.

Copenhagen tomorrow!

More pics on Facebook

February 01, 07:10 AM

Taken from our music selection in the latest issue of ED Zine.

To start things off we’ve chosen Five Foot One & I’m Bored – More coming next week…

January 25, 07:28 AM

A short video from some great guys we met in Paris from Blitz Motorcycles

We liked their attitude a lot!

January 20, 11:52 AM

It’s been a busy couple of days in Berlin – two down, one to go, then off to Paris for Capsule.

Photos & updates coming soon…

January 18, 04:22 AM

Selectism got an exclusive first look at our ‘Japanese Overworks Factory’ Collection recently, designed and developed with the early 20th Century aesthetic that helped shape early EDWIN designs.

Each piece in the collection comes from a particular era and would have had a specific usage…

Read more about the Collection and see more photos HERE

January 17, 07:50 AM

The first show of 2011 complete! Thanks to everyone who made it to Florence and paid us a visit. Good to see you all.

Next Stop, Berlin on Wednesday – BBB & Seek.

See more pics on our Facebook Page or the Grazia Italy Site

January 13, 04:49 AM

A short film courtesy of Benjamin Robinson…

CLICK HERE

January 09, 01:02 PM

We are launching the AW11 EDWIN collection at Pitti, Firenze, Italy on Tuesday.

Then we will follow with BBB and Seek in Berlin, the Rendez-Vous in Paris, Modefabriek in Amsterdam and Gallery in Copenhagen…

Here we are setting up in Italy. More to follow in the coming days and weeks…

January 04, 10:48 AM

If you own a PS3 or XBOX then look out for the release of El Shaddai in the near future. The main character, Lucifel visits the EDWIN Store in Japan (above) whilst on his time travels!

To accompany the launch in Japan a special edition of El Shaddai x EDWIN denim was released and sold out in minutes.

January 04, 03:33 AM

January 03, 12:31 PM

The joy of good ol’ live music on a cold day…

January 01, 01:37 PM

The first morning of 2011 at Le Markstein, our local spot.

Posts

November 24, 10:40 AM

Some nice photography over at Tenue de Nîmes

November 23, 06:59 AM

The dirty coated wash from the Fall / Winter collection is based on the wear patterns of a real workers denim…

Featuring 3D whiskers on the thighs along with some sponging and spray. Scraping can be found on the pockets and bottom edge. The wear is finished with knee deformation and light tram lines.

The style photographed is the ED-71 in Rainbow Selvage. It is also available in the ED-47, ED-67, ED-80 & ED-88.

See the rest of the photos on our Facebook Page.

Find your nearest stockist HERE

November 07, 08:12 AM

The Overworks Factory collection has been designed and developed with the early 20th Century aesthetic that helped shape early Edwin designs…

Each piece in the collection comes from a particular era and would have had a specific usage.

Get an overview of the collection HERE or head to our Facebook Page for more info and detail shots…

The fabrics used are exclusively woven with at the Nihon Menpu Japanese Mill, using low-tension, heavy oz materials and vintage sewing machines.

The denim is made the original way, utilizing non-sanforized, non-skew, non-singed shuttle denims which shrink from rigid.

November 01, 06:11 AM

It’s always good to find an interesting pair of EDWIN’s on our travels.

The owner of The General Store in Rome was sporting an old pair of SEN’s, hand repaired and worn with love!

October 12, 09:12 AM

To make a wash, especially one which has a more ‘natural’ looking character, it requires many complicated stages.

To illustrate this, we have broken the process down into simple stages, so that we may better understand the time and complexity involved in creating one ‘simple’ wash.

CLICK HERE to take a look at each step, and see how the Lumber Used Wash is created step by step…

October 11, 07:28 AM

Some time back, ‘JP’ (One of the Edwin family) slipped into a a nice pair of clean, dry ‘straight off the factory floor’ 13.7oz Japanese Rainbow Listed Selvage ED-47’s

So strong was his bond with this beautiful denim, that he simply didn’t take them off for 413 days. That’s 413 days without a single wash…

Eventually, after much persuasion from his lovely wife ‘Ruth’, he sent them back to his makers… with a kind note. A wise move ‘JP’!

We think its time you moved onto to a fresh pair, in the name of a healthy, ‘denim-smell-free’ relationship….

‘Ruth’, we got your back love… x

These denims have a very special story to tell, although I am sure they are holding back a few…

Nice one JP! – Leave us your comments on Facebook.

September 28, 12:21 PM

Home Repair ED-39′s…

September 27, 08:02 AM

This week we’ve chosen the Rusty Wash from the Fall / Winter collection…

The Rusty Wash is based on real wear patterns, a heavily used and worn out wash with tram lines, 3D whiskers on the front and back and subtle abrasion on the front and back pockets.

They have been given a double stone wash with rust effect that is sealed with a spray.

Hand finished in Italy.

See all of the photos on Facebook & Flickr.

This season the Rusty Wash is available in the ED-80 – Pure Indigo blue listed 14.5 oz selvage fabric.

Find your nearest stockist HERE

(Press and retailers can download a selection of Hi-Res images by logging in)

September 24, 06:16 PM

Style: ED-71. Size: 29″. Length of Wear: 11 months. How Many Washes: 1.

“One short hot soak at 3 months and then washed at 11 months at 30°C with a little amount of washing powder.”

Thanks to HSB and Denim Archive

September 16, 07:48 AM

On our travels this week we came across this pair of Nashvilles at Attic in Aberdeen, UK.

Heavily worn for a year and still not been through the wash.

Thanks Mark…

September 15, 05:28 AM

The unique and wonderful store ‘Unionville’ worked with Edwin to create a limited number of exclusive five pocket denims.

Made using our exclusively developed JAPANESE 14oz Red Listed Selvage denim.

Unionville applied specific details using the Nashville block, to create this special piece.

We at EDWIN are major fans! – Exclusively available at Unionville – Only 300 made.

Thank you to FREDRIK and the SIVLETTO/UNIONVILLE crew!

Check out FREDRIK’S advice on how this beautiful rigid denim should endure its first soak to seal the indigo…Probably the best way in our opinion!

September 06, 05:36 AM

In 1961 Mr. Tsunemi crafted the first pair of Edwin denim jeans in Japan. As part of the 50 year celebrations, Edwin have teamed up with Sivletto and Unionville to produce a modified version of the Nashville.

The usual two tone stitching has been replaced with a dark copper shade, which gives the pants a clean and authentic look based on a time in history when the production of denim was focussed on strength and durability and the simplicity of using only one type of thread in every machine.

To further focus on the collaboration the Edwin tab on the right pocket has been removed and the leather patch artwork has been modified to include the Unionville & Sivletto store names. This limited edition comes complete with a custom made tote bag.

Limited to 300 pairs, all individually numbered – CLICK HERE

See more images HERE

August 25, 05:31 AM

The first ‘Closer Look’ of the season goes to the Fire Wash

Hand finished in Italy, this worn out replica wash features whiskers on the thighs and the back of the knees as well as abrasions on the pockets. Finally the denim is stone washed and resin and dirt applied to complete the Fire Wash.

Available in ED-71 – Red Listed Selvage for Fall / Winter 2011.

You can see the rest of the images on Facebook and Flickr.

Find your nearest stockist HERE.

(Press & Retailers can download a selection of Hi-Res images for your own use by logging in)

August 09, 08:35 AM

ED-47 Rainbow Selvage (unwashed) – Worn for 413 Days – 0 Washes.

(A fine specimen via JP 208 on Flickr)

August 08, 06:12 AM

“2 years of wear and tear, 1 soak, 2 washes at 60 degrees, countless hours of partying, fun, art, countless hours of tattooing – hence the ink stains, 2 trips to the US, a trip to France, hiking in the Swiss mountains, one relationship break up and 2 weeks of backpacking through Sweden and Norway.

Now off for third wash…”

(via devilsgardenart on Flickr)

August 06, 06:34 AM

Join the discussion on the Jak & Jil Blog…

July 26, 06:12 AM

Thanks to Jamie from Red Square for sending some pics of his ED-55′s.

“After 18 month of wear, with not one single wash, they’re still holding up exceptionally well!”

July 21, 03:31 AM

6 months, 1 wash, worn daily… (via Freizeit)

June 16, 03:29 PM

A year in the making, the TTLTD Project will be on display at tradeshows across Europe this summer including:

PittiRendez-VousBread & ButterModeFabriekGalleryJacket Required

June 09, 03:01 PM

An up close look at our Zen Grey Listed Selvage as featured in our Spring / Summer collection.

…and for the denim aficionados – 100% cotton 3/1 right hand weave / ring-ring spun / sulphur dye / blue grey cast.

More detail: Facebook | Flickr

June 03, 08:05 AM

Never been washed…

via JP 208 on Flickr

June 02, 04:03 AM

Today the spotlight is on the Homerun Jacket – A classic baseball jacket featuring a cotton canvas body, teamed up with contrast suede arms, shawl collar and ribbed collar and cuffs.

For a more detailed view go to Facebook or Flickr.

June 01, 06:21 AM

ED-39 – 18 months of daily wear via Twitter

May 27, 07:28 AM

Today we’re taking a closer look at this season’s Glover Wash, based on a heavily worn pair of jeans with hand repair.

You can see more detailed shots over on our Facebook Page or Flickr Group

Check our Store Locator for your nearest stockist.

May 10, 02:19 PM

“Edwin ED-47 Organic Denim, bought around two or three years ago, they have been washed once – a year after purchase, and are so soft it’s like wearing a pair of chino’s”

via The Highrise

May 10, 03:59 AM
April 29, 09:08 AM

Style: ED47 Rainbow Selvage
Size: 32″
Length of Wear: 11 months (Worn daily)
How Many Washes: 1

Thanks to Sun / Set / Star for posting this on Denim Archive

April 28, 10:50 AM

A new addition to our Denim Group on Flickr…

Thanks to BROB2008 for the photos of his two year old SEN ZX.

CLICK HERE

April 19, 07:12 AM

We came across this remarkable piece of denim this morning – A pair of completely hand-stitched selvage denim.

Construction time: 105 hours, over the course of 3 months.

- Made from 12oz Sanforized Japanese Denim from Nihon Mills in the Okayama Prefecture.
- Selvage belt loops and coin pocket
- Oak Buttons with hand-sewn buttonholes
- Hand embroidered name tags sewn on over-dyed cobalt cotton
- Hand written text on pocketing made from a Military deadstock linen bedsheet dated 1966.

Every stitch done by hand by Cameron Foden

Made in Antwerp, Belgium

Thanks to Lineage of Influence for the tip off.

April 06, 09:11 AM

A must have for any denim enthusiast…

See more pics and info on the Mister Crew site and thanks to Oi Polloi for the tip off.

April 04, 02:47 PM

Thanks to Ryan from the Design Times in South Africa for sending over these photos of his ED-47′s. Unwashed since they were bought back in 2007, this week they are getting their first rinse.

Hopefully we’ll get to see the ‘after’ shots too.

April 03, 09:56 AM

April 02, 06:54 AM

April 01, 01:45 PM

Thanks to Paulo for this fine example of how the ED-77 can look.

March 14, 09:54 AM

Another great example of worn denim sent to us by the team over at FOTT in Russia.

Above you can see the ED-71 Granite Unwashed, Worn for 12 months and washed approximately 10 times.

Remember to add your own photos to our Flickr Group HERE

February 27, 09:15 AM

(via Mike on Facebook)

February 14, 05:28 AM

Following on from last weeks look at the ED-39, Freizeit have posted their two year old ED-47′s up on the site.

This denim was given no special treatment, unwashed for 6 months, then washed inside out at 40°c.

See more detailed images HERE

February 13, 06:17 AM

39′s washed in the Red Sea…

Thanks to Paul for posting this photo on our Facebook page.

February 11, 07:00 AM

Thanks to the guys at FOTT for posting these pics of their ED-39′s on Freizeit (Free Time).

3 washes
2 years wear
1 sea water rinse

See the rest of the pics HERE

February 08, 12:25 PM

Thanks to JAMESPOP for adding to our ever growing EDWIN Group on Flickr

If you have anything to add – CLICK HERE

 

January 27, 01:21 PM

Thanks to Bruno for adding his own EDWIN denim to our Facebook Page.

Feel free to get involved…

January 10, 01:14 PM

One Year Old, One Hot Soak, 1 Full Wash…

Thanks to Dan for posting these pics on our Facebook Page.

January 05, 05:31 AM

The before and after shots of a raw denim experiment by ‘This & That Heritage‘.

Exactly one year between photos. 28/09/09 – 28/09/10

December 17, 04:09 AM

ED-47 Rainbow Selvage, worn almost every day for 11 months, soaked twice…

Thanks to SUN/SET/STAR for adding them to our Flickr Group

December 06, 05:24 AM

Thanks to Rich for adding these festive photos to our group on Flickr

December 02, 09:10 AM

After seeing how stiff the bottom of his jeans went in the snow yesterday, Gareth in the UK decided to bury his eleven month old ED-39′s in the back garden for the afternoon to get the crispness back into them. The theory being that it keeps the indigo in, and the dirt out!

See the rest of the pics on our Facebook Page or Flickr Group.

November 24, 07:15 AM

The guys over at Denim Archive have just updated their site with some more amazing examples of worn denim including a pair of ED-39′s and Nashville…

Get some inspiration HERE

November 10, 06:24 AM

Japanese denim mill ‘Kuroki’ have recently developed a 32oz denim and put together a pair of jeans.

To put that into context, it’s over twice the ‘weight’ of our red listed selvage. They stand up on their own!

November 08, 11:04 AM

The Wyatt Sweater is a utilitarian cable knit for Fall / Winter 2010 featuring stitched elbow pads, shoulder reinforcement and EDWIN ‘E’ tab on the hem.

As you can see above, the heavy knit is available in Fire and Charcoal and made from recycled fibres including 38% wool, 28% polyamide, 7% acrylic, 5% other.

You can get a closer look at the Fire colourway of the Wyatt Sweater on our Facebook Page or Flickr Group.

November 03, 05:46 AM

Thanks to Steve for sending over these photos of his five year old ED-32′s.

They have been across Europe, seen many festivals, many pubs and deserts.

I’m ashamed and proud to say they have never been washed, not once, and are still in amazing condition considering. Best jeans I have ever bought

True dedication…

November 02, 08:20 AM

Baz has been wearing his EDWIN ED-39′s pretty much daily for the last nine months as part of our Tinker Tailor Project.

Cycling, everyday wear and tear and one dip in the North Sea have made them what they are today.

Follow his progress HERE and see more photos of the current state of the denim on our Facebook Page.

October 25, 05:46 AM

Thanks to Marcel from Suburb Denim for sending over these pics of his ED-47 Rainbow Selvage…

Worn for two years, soaked twice and washed once…

See the rest of the pics on our Facebook Page.

October 21, 04:42 AM

A closer look at the Panhead Jacket – Thunder Wash. A traditional looking denim Jacket with a pleated placket, beige corduroy collar and heavy blanket lining.

The Thunder Wash is a heavily washed with heavy contrast details, for a natural, worn look.

You can see the rest of the photos on our Facebook Page or Flickr Group

October 13, 06:59 AM

Matija from the wonderful store  ‘Cramer & Co’ kindly loaned us his jeans following a surprise visit to our studio recently.

He has been wearing them for many, many years and informed us that the crotch was kindly repaired by his grandmother…

See more images on our Facebook Page or Flickr Group.

Thank you Matija!

October 05, 06:08 AM

The next wash under the spotlight is the Nomad Wash.

A heavy vintage wash designed to highlight the character of the denim fabric, with heavy wear patterns, like your favourite vintage denim piece that you simply can not be without.

If you’re looking for the exact style pictured, it is the ED-39 Red Listed Selvage, 14 oz Premium Japanese Denim – EXCLUSIVELY developed for EDWIN.

See more images on our Facebook Page or Flickr Group.

September 27, 09:03 AM

Although the Hollis Pant is not indigo in any way, we still thought they were worth a closer look…

Made using 10.25 oz Premium European Nomad Twill, with a heavy stone-wash and re-active dye.

See the Hollis Pant in more detail on our Facebook Page or Flickr Group.

September 23, 06:58 AM

A pair of Nashville’s spotted over at Denim Archive after 15 months wear, 2 washes and 1 soak…

Looks like the time and hard work paid off…

Thanks to “ab” for the photos and dedication!

September 21, 10:45 AM

The Tinker Tailor Project is nearing it’s final stages and people are now starting to wash their denim for the first time…

With so many different techniques available for washing raw denim, it’s hard to know where to start.

In his “wisdom”, Baz opted for the Seawater Rinse. See more pics and read more HERE.

September 13, 04:47 AM

The bath pictured above belongs to a friend of the guys at Tenue de Nîmes. This is how the bath water looked after he soaked his selvage denim for the first time in a year.

Good to see people are still committed to the cause!

September 03, 06:03 AM

Today we can get a closer look at the Lumber Used Wash available as part of the Fall/Winter 2010 Collection across a selection of styles. The style shown is the ED-39.

Lumber Used is a dark used wash, giving the denim subtle wear patterns and light scraping on the thighs and across the back of the knee.

For a more detail view take a look at our Facebook page or Flickr Group

August 26, 07:22 AM


(After)

Adam from Attic in Aberdeen sent over his contribution to the Indigo Curious collective…

A Pair of ED-55′s in Granite Denim, worn for eighteen months with two washes. As always, see more in our Flickr Group.


(Before)

August 24, 05:23 AM

ED-35 Rainbow Selvage – Worn for one year, two washes…

Thanks to ‘The Old Penfold‘ for adding the images to our ever growing Flickr Group.

August 19, 09:40 AM

Thanks to Paul for adding his ED-32′s to our Flickr Group.

Worn for eleven months without a wash. How it should be done…

Get a closer look HERE

August 18, 04:47 AM

Here’s a closer look at the Oiler Wash, A natural look offering a vintage feel. Based on Oil field worker pants from the mid 70’s with natural wear patterns and subtle abrasion.

More detail? Facebook | Flickr

August 10, 07:39 AM

This season we are going to take a closer look at some of the key washes for Fall / Winter 2010. First up is the Biker Repair Wash…

A heavily used denim with a black ‘dirty’ finish, hand repair on inside calf and on the back bottom pocket.

See more photos over on our Flickr group or Facebook Page.

July 29, 07:55 AM

Here is BEST ONE’s take on the Stone Wash.

Take one cement mixer, add one pair of EDWIN jeans, a handful of household bricks and away you go!!

Looking forward to seeing how they turn out…

June 22, 04:46 AM

We spotted this pair of ED-35′s over at Denim Archive

Worn 4 days a week for nine months, soaked twice and dry cleaned twice, followed by their first sea wash and rub down with sand!

Thanks to Jaufre3000

June 15, 09:16 AM

OK so it’s not denim, or even indigo for that matter, but it’s not going to stop us posting it up on here…

Another find from the Vintage Market in Lyon, an amazing Swiss Army Camo Combat Jacket.

A heavy duty cotton jacket packed full of details including zips, poppers, a lot of pockets and also comes complete with hood and backpack.

Nothing really rare but so many interesting details on it.

June 13, 08:08 AM

We found this Jacket on a vintage Market in Lyon few weeks ago…

Take a look at the labelling… “There’s EDWIN For Every Job”

June 01, 08:45 AM

An amazing video from Takayuki Akachi documenting a girl wearing denim whilst travelling across 50 different countries in two years.

May 23, 01:30 PM

Nothing like a little home repair…

May 10, 12:26 PM

We came across these old shuttles the other day, a vital part of the EDWIN jigsaw…

May 02, 06:51 AM

Rey has been wearing these ED71’s for two months from rigid and has soaked them twice so far.

Nice… (added to our Flickr Group)

April 29, 04:34 AM


Denim Archive is a place for denim inspiration presented in a photographic collective submitted by a community centered around the lifestyle of denim and style.

The idea is quite simple. Find a great pair of denim that you truly love and wear it everyday. As the raw denim wears to your lifestyle, photograph it along the way.

People have already submitted a couple of pairs of their worn EDWIN’s so go ahead and get involved…

CLICK HERE

April 15, 11:53 AM

Here are Dylan’s EDWIN W-Craft Selvage after 3700km in a Rickshaw across India…

Once again congratulation’s to Dylan and Simon for completing the Rickshaw Run – take a look HERE

April 14, 06:16 AM

The latest addition to our Flickr Group shows ‘Nikefler‘s secret to keeping his trainers indigo free…

Organic ED-35 ‘Gaffa Tape’ Mod.

Take a look at the rest of the group and upload your own Edwin related images HERE

April 12, 09:29 AM

Thanks to Steven at The Reference Council for previewing the ‘Oiler Wash’ from the Fall/Winter collection as well as featuring an interview with Rey about the latest washes, the direction of the brand and the Tinker Tailor Project…

Read the whole feature HERE

April 12, 04:18 AM

The Atlantic sea air has taken it’s toll on this Musto Jacket, causing the poppers to erode.

We know it’s not denim, but we’re posting it anyway!

March 31, 11:21 AM

As promised here is a closer look at “Model 2″ (Right), Selvage denim worn for five years!

To see more images like this and more details, check our Flickr Group and contribute yourself.

March 30, 06:08 AM

A good friend of Edwin gave us these two pairs of jeans, known only as Model 17 (Left) and Model 2 (Right). They have been worn for over 5 years now and have had a fair few washes.

Today we are having a closer look at Model 17. Come back tomorrow to see more of Model 2…

March 21, 11:12 AM

The guys at Union in Newcastle know a thing or two about denim, so when we heard they had some old ED-47′s displayed in their store we wanted to see more!

Worn for 22 months before their first wash. An amazing example of how Raw Denim should be treated.

See more detailed shots in our Flickr Group.

Thanks to Geoff for sending over the images…

March 19, 01:08 PM

After two years of accumulating a stench something had to give…

(via Some Due Some Don’t)

March 18, 11:26 AM

Home repair is all you need…

March 16, 05:39 AM

Our full selection of selvage denim that we have to offer…

March 08, 07:23 AM

Found in the Warehouse…

March 01, 07:31 AM

Sebastian from Solo (Sweden) wearing some hand repaired Levi’s using corduroy to fill the gaps…

February 26, 12:20 PM

This is an incredible home made jacket mixing two great fabrics and ideas, found in a small Tokyo basement store full of interesting articles…

Take a closer look on our Flickr Page – CLICK HERE

February 24, 08:35 AM

To express the feeling of old fabric, we developed an uneven thread, which was produced under non-computer oriented production in the past. We made this to produce thick and thin parts on one twisted thread. This thread is then used for warp and weft in our vintage collection.

For that feeling of old fabric, we used the “shuttle-weaving machine” to produce 13 oz Japanese Selvage Denim. You will notice the white/red Selvage when they are rolled up. We’ve named it 日の丸 Selvage (Hinomaru Selvage) and it features the same colour combination as the Japanese National Flag.

The wash is made to look like the denim is worn out with uneven colours across the denim including the extension & contortion of around the waist that a Vintage denim provides. The denim is carefully worked by skilled craftsmen to get the desired results…

February 22, 10:11 AM

2 Years Old – Edwin ED-47

Take a look at a load more in our Flickr Group – CLICK HERE

February 09, 06:38 AM

East London Adjustment
We visited Rudy at ‘Son Of a Stag’ on Dray Walk in East London as I needed to take a few cm’s off my new ED71’s in Japanese Red Listed Selvage.
He kindly obliged and performed a swift operation using his much sought after union machines. That is what I call good customer service.
For anyone needing amendments, I strongly recommend paying him a visit.
Happy Days!

We visited Rudy at ‘Son Of a Stag‘ on Dray Walk in East London earlier in the week as I needed to take a few cm’s off my new ED71’s in Japanese Red Listed Selvage.

He kindly obliged and performed a swift operation using his much sought after union machines. That is what I call good customer service.

For anyone needing amendments, I strongly recommend paying him a visit.

Happy Days!

February 08, 07:52 AM
February 04, 01:45 AM

A bit more about the upcoming W-Craft Denim…

The woven back pocket label features a ‘Ichimatsu Monyou’ or ‘check’ and is a very familiar image from Japanese history. (The colour combination white/red/blue is unified with selvage)

The buttons and rivets are simple and clean. The edge of button represents the decorative thumbtack which was used for the gates of Japanese castles and temples.

The Japanese find beauty in imperfection. Using this philosophy the leather label was created. Deep blue, blurred and uneven.

The pocket bag stamp takes it’s inspiration from a passport and travelling in general. It reads: ‘Immigration – Departed – Made in Japan – 1947′

February 03, 05:05 AM

Back in 2009 we featured an interview in ED Zine – Issue 1 with Mark Westmoreland who kindly made us pair of jeans.

The One denim jean was created over a year ago – the end product of a prototype that took Westmoreland four years to produce, in conjunction with the Shiotoni brothers of Japan.

The US cotton used to produce the One jean is dyed and woven near Hiroshima at a family run mill. A combination of vintage features from Levi’s, Lee, Boss of the Road, Stronghold and Wrangler; an exclusive 100 pairs of ‘One’ jeans will only be available from five retailers worldwide.

A labour of love, his own creation, made with his own fair hands.

(via Oki-ni/Denim Geek)

January 25, 08:50 AM

January 16, 05:44 AM

The latest addition to our Flickr Group are these organic ED-47′s.

Four months old never washed – Standard.

Thanks again to KRSE. Take a look at these jeans in more detail on our Flickr page – CLICK HERE

December 29, 03:36 AM

Everyone has a different method for wearing in their raw denim, striving for the perfect wash & fit. Here is how “In a N.Y State of Mind” does it…

“3.5 weeks in & my denim stretched on me quite a bit…

I Decided to soak them in hot water for about half an hour. And let them dry on me to conform to my body”

December 28, 08:36 AM

Edwin ED-47 Rainbow Selvage worn for 365 days with 3 washes…

Thanks to KRSE for adding this photo to our Flickr Group

December 09, 04:48 AM

It looks like appreciation for selvedge denim runs in the family in Sweden…

Thanks to Martin for sending over images of his brothers 2 year old ED-47′s after spotting we had featured his Jeans last week (29th November)

Keep them coming.

December 07, 01:04 PM

Edwin WIN RV’s worn for 2 years by our French Rep, Antoine…

December 01, 09:39 AM

Edwin ED-47′s worn from rigid for approximately four years and hand washed half a dozen times…

(Via FUSShop)

Take a look at our Group on Flickr for more images…

November 29, 08:17 AM

ED-47′s worn from rigid by Zeepreeme (via Flickr)

November 23, 08:20 AM

Spotted on the Tokyo Metro, an interesting pair of jeans…

November 21, 04:44 AM

November 20, 08:26 AM

A couple of pairs from the Edwin archive…

If you have any similar then send us the photos. (CLICK HERE)

November 01, 08:12 AM

Via HelloMatt (Flickr)

October 01, 06:27 AM

Lot. Model, 17-546 / BF 30′s Model / Rainbow Listed Selvage…

September 15, 06:14 AM

Here are a couple of people we spotted on our recent trip to Paris wearing ED-47′s and the Nashville…

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June 16, 06:10 AM


Some select denim from the TTLTD Project will be on display at Tradeshows across Europe this summer including:

Pitti | Rendez-Vous | Bread & Butter | ModeFabriek | Gallery | Jacket Required

May 09, 10:25 AM


After 12 months of wear, all entires have now been returned to EDWIN HQ.

Stayed tuned to see how they all turned out.
March 29, 05:16 AM


Back in London after a week in New York City...



Barrie Bloor | barriebloor.co.uk | Sennep.com
March 27, 12:10 PM



I had a really exciting 12 hour day. I did a photoshot for my new Avantgarde-haircollection today.

Really exciting because I did 4 different hairdressings and I also wanted to capture them.

Multitasking and the big help from all of my models and assistant was the key. I am really happy with the results, but i also don´t want to hide my secret-passion.

Backstage-pictures from the "process".

Thx to all for such an exciting day.





Daniel | shift-friseure.de

March 26, 06:08 AM



Today I stepped out of my front door and saw this little piece of art sprayed on the ground.

Urbanity as it's best.

Daniel | shift-friseure.de

March 25, 04:05 PM



Some workshop-impressions from me and my denim...



Daniel | shift-friseure.de

March 24, 08:36 AM



I was invited to a "studio-party" from the new web-late-night show "Berlin F**king City" directly from Berlin-Kreuzberg.

Weirdly entertaining, but i love the toilet-design.



Daniel | shift-friseure.de

March 22, 03:54 PM



Thursday morning 10am with the cold wind around my ears.

We have only two hours to do 4 different fashion-photos for a contest.

I took tons of great pictures, but this one is my favourite. a great behind-the-scenes picture took by one of my assistants.

Daniel | shift-friseure.de

March 22, 05:45 AM



I've been flooded with work for the last six months, working on my thesis which is about patina of objects as mean to appropriate.

Reading, writing, interviewing is the trilogy.

I just came back for Paris where I did the first part of my ethnography.

I had the chance to meet with some very interesting people who simply shared their life experiences with me.

Next stop, NYC.

Anyway, my ED-47's haven't aged much even though I've been wearing them a lot lately. Maybe I should change my current lifestyle in order to get some results???



Marc | hellskitchen.fr | weareyoung.net

March 18, 01:44 PM



I want to be well prepared for the next photoshoots I want to do. enjoying this perfect sunny day and travelling around in the area of my city.

WOW i´ve found some really old and hidden places....it must be 30 years old, telling stories from a nearly forgotten country.



Daniel | shift-friseure.de

March 16, 06:44 AM



Today was an awesome day...

I met one of my tinker-tailor buddies from the project. Patrick Guidot from Paris
came around for a new haircut. He's here in Berlin for just for a few months to doing a lil painting-project.

A great chance for a picture with two "project-denims"

Daniel | shift-friseure.de

March 04, 04:57 AM



I'm so busy with work at the moment, assisting the master (Look few posts behind) in painting the roof and dome of a castle in Louveciennes, near Paris.

Quite old techniques...

I still pass time to work on my own frames.

Loic made a really good drawing about these nights spent in my studio.

Patrick Guidot | patrickguidot.fr

March 01, 09:20 AM



There is only so much you can customise on a pair of denim before it become over kill.



But I guess one of the main features that you can mess with is the leather labeling on the back of genrally most denim.
I had a few idea's and i know i'll have more so i decided to make it interchangeable.



Firstly I added eyelets to the actual denim where the label goes as a attachment device.
Then you can thread leather or whatever it maybe to fasten the labels on.



Once I'd done all that I stripped the denim of all the Edwin branding to make my own branded label.
Adding a key chain tipe label to one of them, which is not secured properly (accidentally)  so you it actually doubles up as a key chain, if you don't lose it.



After i'd made that label i'd totally ran out of Edwin branded materials so i started experimenting with other ways of making my own branded labels and here are the results.



Watch this space, there's more labelling to come!!



Alex Nash | nashmoney.com

February 28, 03:20 PM



What I've been up to recently...

Read the whole Interview HERE



Alex Nash | nashmoney.com

February 23, 08:27 AM


Here are some behind the scenes pics the 2011 EDWIN shoot, at black cottage farm.

You can see the results on the EDWIN homepage - CLICK HERE









Mark Amos AKA Best One | myblackheart.com
February 18, 09:10 AM


Nice to see Silas back in the UK. Take a look for yourself if you're in the area — 8 Shillingford Street, London, N1 2DP

Photo: Ollie

Barrie Bloor | barriebloor.co.uk | Sennep.com
January 19, 11:04 AM



It's been 18 years since I last skiied. Rey filmed me, but had the most fun ever!


Ski Pass 2011


Ski Pass 1993

Mark Amos AKA Best One | myblackheart.com

January 03, 06:06 AM



I stayed in Amsterdam over New Year and had chance to visit Tenue de Nîmes to see what all the fuss was about.

They have the largest and most diverse range of denim in Amsterdam, presented on a massive denim wall made out of antique beams!

Happy New Year!

Barrie Bloor | barriebloor.co.uk | Sennep.com

December 13, 12:16 PM



Two weeks ago I rented a car with few friends to get out of Paris for a couple of days, and enjoy the early snow in Saint-Saulge.

We spent our time between relaxing near the fireplace, and walking around lake and forest.

Winter's obviously coming!



Patrick Guidot | patrickguidot.fr

December 08, 08:44 AM



Nice Cinelli road bike with full Campagnolo group set spotted at Joyride back in October...

Barrie Bloor | barriebloor.co.uk | Sennep.com

November 15, 06:44 AM



Alan Clarke, one Hasselblad, and hours of retouching...

Thanks to Mother London.

Barrie Bloor | barriebloor.co.uk | Sennep.com

November 08, 06:07 AM



My family and I got together to get my dad a flight in a spitfire for 20mins, at Waddington R.A.F Base.

I went up in a Cessna to film my dad and take pics, there's a film clip i will put up soon. As some of it is shaky, weather and nerves !!!!!!!!!!.

If you wish to fly in a spitfire contact R.A.F Waddington Flying club. The pilot who took me up in the Cessna is a 747 B.A pilot so felt very safe and they also provide tea, coffee and big fat cakes all very english and a super day out.

Well worth it.







Mark Amos AKA Best One | myblackheart.com

October 29, 11:00 AM



After one month more in Germany, alone, keeping my head focussed on work, I'm finally back in Paris.

I have now started working with a new master, who has taught me a lot of paintings tricks already.

I will tell you about that soon...

New flat, new studio, new girl, new master, it's wonderful.





Patrick Guidot | patrickguidot.fr

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