The Denim Guide
Few garments are as foundational to the modern wardrobe as denim. Rooted in the codes of workwear and utilitarianism, it was later adopted by a spectrum of youth subcultures as a language of authenticity and rebellion. Its enduring appeal lies in this dialogue between pure function and cultural weight.
Our seasonal curation reflects this history through the lens of key designers. The edit presents a considered framework of silhouettes, from the unconventional forms of Our Legacy, which utilize expressive Italian fabrics like digital print and chain twill, to the considered spectrum of fits from Acne Studios, offering Italian-made constructions that range from refined straight-legs to wide, relaxed cuts. With a rigorous attention to material innovation, seen in Jeanerica’s focus on recycled and organic fabrics across their signature styles, the following selection offers the essential building blocks for an intelligent and versatile wardrobe.
Shop by Silhouette
Relaxed & Wide
Rooted in 90s skate and subcultural codes, the relaxed silhouette offers a contemporary framework built on comfort and form. This selection includes oversized, baggy, and Rooted in 90s skate and subcultural codes, the relaxed silhouette offers a contemporary framework built on comfort and form. This approach is central to several key brands in our curation. Polar Skate Co. offers its signature Big Boy Jean, an authentic link to skate culture, while Our Legacy subverts the classic five-pocket with their Third Cut, using expressive Italian fabrics. Acne Studios presents a more refined take with their Italian-made 2021M, and Stüssy provides a streetwear staple with the relaxed, tapered Big Ol Jean.
Straight
The foundation of a versatile wardrobe, the straight-leg cut is a timeless silhouette offering a clean line that echoes the restraint of 90s anti-fashion. This approach is exemplified by Acne Studios with their 2010M, a refined, Italian-made silhouette. Jeanerica offers the Vega model, a high-rise, loose straight leg often constructed from recycled and organic fabrics, while Stüssy provides the New Classic Jean as their versatile, regular-fit interpretation of the five-pocket staple.
Unique & Bootcut
For silhouettes that move beyond convention. This edit features expressive forms, such as the Jeanerica Brera with its distinctive dropped-crotch for a more architectural shape. Stockholm Surfboard Club offers an exaggerated bootcut, crafted in Italy from rigid Japanese denim, while Acne Studios treats the jean as a canvas with their 1981 Baggy Fit, featuring a trompe l'oeil painted effect.
A Note on Sizing
To ensure the intended silhouette of the Jeanerica Vega model, the brand recommends selecting one size smaller than your usual denim size, as the fit runs large. For the Stüssy Big Ol Jean, we recommend sizing down for a more true-to-size fit in the waist.
Our Denim Selection
At Très Bien, you can shop a wide selection of men's denim jeans online. Our curation features leading menswear brands, and our seasonal sale offers a chance to find men's brand jeans at a great value. Whether you are looking to buy a classic pair of menswear jeans or searching for a unique denim outfit, our collection is curated to provide the best in contemporary men's fashion.