selvage
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“The choices are many, although a straight leg and dark indigo selvage denim is a classic,” says Guy, who particularly likes the pricey but gorgeous Los Angeles label Hiroshi Kato.
From New York Times ● Jun. 28, 2022
Then, as you got older, you got those stiff, selvage jeans from A.P.C.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 16, 2021
You can also find Japanese selvage denim, Filson shirts and jackets, work boots that look like they’ll last a generation, safety glasses for hazardous manly activities, restored and hand-sharpened vintage axes and motorcycle helmets.
From Washington Post ● Aug. 14, 2019
“My existence is selvage denim at this point, it’s a vintage Hermès bag,” Kanye said.
From New York Times ● Jun. 25, 2018
Then lap the selvage of one side over the other, about a quarter of an inch, and sew it down firmly with back-stitching.
From The Woodcraft Girls in the City by Lillian Elizabeth Roy
