The Modern Metroneck usually owns several pairs of blue jeans which are the very foundation of his being. To a Modern Metroneck, a good-fitting, comfortable pair of blue jeans is equal to an everyday driver (Truck). It’s my blue jeans and anything else I want to add to it to complete the look. What are the best blue jeans out there? What are the best blue jeans for work? This is a guide to the best blue jeans for a Modern Metroneck and his collection.
Blue jeans have been around since the start of time (at least my time). No, seriously the cowboys and pioneers in the old west were sporting around some good-looking denim. Look back in most of the history books and blue jeans have been there. Blue jeans have stood the test of time and are thriving today in the age of all that is Metroneck holy. Check out these picks from the Modern MetroNeck on Amazon:
Levi’s Men’s 559 Relaxed Straight Fit Jean – 33W x 32L – Steely Blue – Stretch
Levi’s Men’s 501 Original Fit Jean, Dark Stonewash, 38Wx32L
Nautica Men’s 5 Pocket Relaxed Fit Stretch Jean, Pure Deep Bay Wash, 38W 32L
Blue jeans can be worn with a t-shirt and tennis shoes. They can also be worn with a suit coat, buttoned-down shirt, and boots. The shirt can be tucked in or untucked. You sort of create your own style with blue jeans. They are like the canvas you start within a Modern Metroneck masterpiece. Add the colors and texture you want to it, then stand back and admire the finished product. Nothing is really out of bounds. (Unless your girl or guy says it don’t match in which case it’s back to the drawing board). Blue jeans are good attire for most all occasions. You just have to judge if that occasion warrants an upgrade. (she will let you know dude).
So how does the Modern Metroneck choose a good pair of blue jeans? What are the best blue jeans for men you ask?There are so many different brands, styles, cuts, and colors. (Dang I sound like a diamond salesman). If only there were a guide to the best blue jeans to buy. Check out these picks from the Modern MetroNeck on Amazon:
Calvin Klein Men’s Skinny Fit Jeans, Boston Blue/Black, 30W x 30L
Lucky Brand Men’s 221 Original Straight Leg Jean, Blue Gold, 38W X 32L
Levi’s 527 Slim Bootcut Fit Men’s Jeans, Bedside Blues, 33W x 34L
Lee Men’s Relaxed Fit Straight Leg Jean, Newman, 36W x 32L
Hudson Jeans Men’s The Blinder Biker Denim, Motion, 36
There are high wasted, low wasted, tapered-cut, boot cut, zipper-fly, button-fly, faded and non-faded. There are even fleece-lined for cold weather. Wow, there are a lot of blue jeans out there? (Oh I forgot the dreaded black-blue jeans but let’s not go there and as far as white.. just NO!).
There are thousands of different brands of blue jeans to choose from. But what are the best blue jeans for men to wear? This guide to the best blue jeans will help. The old standard which has been around forever are Levi’s. They have about 600 different models to choose from. (I’m kidding but who knows for sure?). There are Wrangler’s, Faded Glory, Carhartt, Lucky Brand, True Religion just to name a few. What are the best blue jeans brands for men? Take a look at some of the best brands of blue jeans that the Modern Metroneck recommends. Search for a pair that fit right, are comfortable to you and you like the style. Check out these picks from the Modern MetroNeck on Amazon:
Haggar Men’s Stretch Denim Expandable Waist Classic Fit Flat Front Pant, Medium Blue, 44Wx29L
Levi’s Men’s 569 Loose Straight Fit Jean, Crosstown – Stretch, 34W x 34L
Blue jean sizing is paramount. (very important). Start with making sure you get the right waist size and length. They should be tight enough to not fall down but loose enough to not cut the circulation off. There are even big and tall models with ELASTIC in the waist. (WORD!). Make sure the length is right according to what type of shoes or boots you will be wearing. Blue Jeans come in all lengths to match your height. The bottoms will come in tapered if you like them tighter around your ankles or regular if you like them baggy. There are boot-cut specifically for you guessed it… BOOTS! There are bell-bottom and flared bottoms but we don’t do those in Modern Metroneck land. (Trust me on this one some things should stay in the ’70s).
The best-fitting Blue Jeans are the ones that you have worn and broken in overtime. Blue Jeans are like a fine wine, they get better with age. (Not THAT kind of wine the other kind). Be careful though as you wash them over and over they will start to fade and may develop holes. (Who am I kidding? These days the kids buy them already that way). Wear them until they no longer fit or develop a hole in the crotch whichever comes first. (Then you cut them off and they become “Jorts” but that’s a whole different blog). They are actually the best blue jeans for men. They say not to wash a pair of blue jeans but maybe once a week or two weeks. Check out these picks from the Modern MetroNeck on Amazon:
Amazon Brand – Goodthreads Men’s Skinny-Fit Comfort Stretch Jean, Light Blue, 40W x 32L
ARIAT Men’s M2 Relaxed Fitted Bootcut Jeans, Stretch Brandon, 36X30
Tommy Hilfiger Men’s Original Ryan Straight Fit Jeans, Penrose Blue, 34X32
You can buy special denim soap to “condition” the denim in blue jeans. (The stuff really works). You can even buy freshening spray. (No comment).
To a Modern Metroneck, pairs of blue jeans are like great pairs of shoes. You can never have too many. But really you only need a few pair that you can wear over and over again for years. Check out these picks from the Modern MetroNeck on Amazon:
Railcar Denim Laundry Detergent
If they get too tight then grab that salad instead of the cheese fries and clean off that treadmill in the corner of the bedroom. You can also go buy the next waist size up and start all over again. What are the best blue jeans? Start with the blue jeans and accessorize to your heart’s desire. You will find that a good pair of blue jeans is like an old family friend. (No they won’t ask to borrow money). You can count on a good pair of blue jeans to be the foundation of your new-found Modern Metroneck style.