The Pure Blue Japan AI-003 is one of those special pieces that come around every few years, showcasing PBJ's best in class indigo-dyeing and fabric weaving. The 16oz Natural Indigo Hank-Dyed denim is made on vintage shuttle looms with low tension, and "hank-dyed" by hand-dipping yarns into natural indigo vats made from Japan's Polygonum tinctorium leaves. The result is this varied indigo appearance, soaked to the core with indigo, and a slower fading process as you gradually work your way through the shades of blue over years of wear. This AI-003 pair is cut in their classic Regular Straight fit for a medium rise and generally straight cut through the legs.
Please note that like most of PBJ's denim, these have a significant leg twist; if this type of thing bothers you we would recommend looking at other denim.
Note: Generally runs small and you may need to size up, especially if you have larger thighs/top block. Also note that the taper through the calves and leg opening is quite strong. We recommend double checking the size chart, but it's likely you may need to size up from your typical denim size. These pairs come pre-rinsed from the factory, so expect minimal shrinkage with wear/washes. Due to the low tension weave of this fabric, the denim will likely stretch at least 0.5" (flat measurement) in the waist.
Model: 6'0" and 175 lbs (currently closer to 165 lbs), wearing size 32 for a snug fit on the waist and a straight fit through the legs (model photos coming soon). At model's typical weight of 175 lbs, size 32 would probably be too tight in the waist and quite snug in the thighs.
- 100% cotton
- 16oz natural indigo selvedge denim
- Natural indigo warp, unbleached white weft
- Button-fly
- Hidden rivets
- Raised belt loops
- Custom PBJ buttons
- Deerskin leather patch
- Selvedge detail coin pocket
- Chainstitch construction
- PBJ embroidered logo on rear right pocket
- One-wash, minimal shrinkage expected
- Style No. AI-003
- Made in Japan
All measurements are in inches.
