A.P.C. Denim I

I myself am a very avid fan of denim, especially from A.P.C. The slim fits and cuts and beautiful craftsmanship. However I currently only own 2 pairs of jeans from A.P.C. One of which are the "new cure" and tight jeans in navy.

"New Cure Jeans" by A.P.C.: Very tight jeans. Neither low nor high rise. Very narrow leg. Five pockets. Coin pocket. Button fly. The first button is engraved ‘A.P.C. paris près du luxembourg’. 100% cotton. Unwashed denim. $140 at A.P.C. (apc.fr).

"Tight Jeans" by A.P.C.: Cotton twill. 100% cotton. Neither low nor high rise. Very narrow leg. Five pockets. Coin pocket. Button fly. The first button is engraved ‘A.P.C. fleurus près du luxembourg’. $152 at A.P.C. (apc.fr).

Overall, A.P.C. jeans fit wonderfully. Very slim and tight. It has been said by many, including A.P.C. sales people, that one should size down when trying on A.P.C. jeans. At least 1 to 2 sizes below your normal size. Reasons for this is because A.P.C. jeans will stretch out intensively. Normally I wear a size 30 in jeans, and with A.P.C. I go with a 29. I have however tried on a 28 and struggle buttoning the button, but eventually get it. It is very restraining and uncomfortable, but some people will do that however for an optimal fit. On the other hand, there is the option for a belt if you do not enjoy temporary tightness. Expect stretching to occur one month after excessive wear and use.

As for the "New Cure Jeans" from A.P.C., all raw denim should be treated equally. Stay away from any sort of wetness or light surfaces to prevent the indigo from bleeding and fading. Excessive wear and use is best for optimal break-ins. A.P.C. has several denim recipes for treating your unwashed denim such as their "sea water recipe." This process requires you to let your jeans get dirty for as long as possible, go swimming in the ocean wearing your jeans, rubbing your jeans with dry sand several times, and rinsing your jeans in fresh water (not salt water). After doing that, let your jeans dry in the sun. There are many creative ways of washing your jeans for that perfect fade, or look. Some may manually sand blast their jeans, some may rub their unwashed denim against a rock to give an abrasive look. It all depends on the person. You can find several methods on the A.P.C. website or the superfuture, superdenim sub-forum.