Stay True Sounds x Shelflife Capsule T-Shirt

So, in pursuit of truly durable and more sustainably minded clothing, we asked the experts for tips on choosing clothes that will genuinely stand the test of time Stay True Sounds x Shelflife Capsule T-Shirt . Whether you’re on the hunt for a new pair of long-lasting jeans, mulling over a puffer jacket you hope will last for winters to come or rummaging in a charity shop for vintage finds made to buck the ageing process, read on. Jeans with elastane break down in the inner thigh and crotch areas and need repairing after about one year of wear. Standard denim might last more like two to three years before needing repair. The most hard-wearing denim is Japanese selvedge. It does take time to wear in but it lasts the longest. Brands such as Edwin, Nudie, Naked & Famous, Iron Heart and Joe & Co Denim all make selvedge denim of high quality.

The number one reason Stay True Sounds x Shelflife Capsule T-Shirt . we see jackets fail is the zip, so a good-quality one is your first priority. Check if it is branded – YKK or Opti are best. Avoid waterproof coil or two-way zips, as these don’t last as long and aim for size 5 or bigger on a main zip. The size should be marked on the back if it is branded. Depending on why you are buying your jacket, you’ll need to look for different materials. Lightweight will never last as long, but if you need it to be ultralight, then that’s a trade off. Fabric is graded by weight and, usually, heavier equals stronger. Brand names such as Gore-Tex or Cordura are often a good sign and older-technology fabrics such as canvas, waxed cotton and leather are probably the most durable. Top-stitching – when a seam line is reinforced and is visible on the outer part of a garment – is a good sign. Avoid glued-in zips, pockets or hems, which often fail, especially after washing.