This premium selvedge denim is woven on a Japanese shuttle loom and features a distinctive herringbone twill construction. The alternating diagonal lines create a subtle chevron pattern, giving the cloth greater texture and visual depth than conventional denim.

Made from organic cotton blended with a small amount of spandex, the fabric has a firm, dry hand with gentle comfort stretch. It begins crisp and structured but gradually softens and moulds to the wearer with continued use.

The raw indigo warp yarns are rope-dyed, allowing the denim to develop individual fades, creases, and high-contrast areas with wear and washing. A classic red-line selvedge finishes the narrow woven edge and can be incorporated into cuffs, hems, seams, and other design details.

Technical Specifications

Composition: Organic Cotton with Spandex
Construction: Woven on a Japanese Shuttle Loom
Weave: Herringbone Twill
Dye: Raw Indigo, Rope-Dyed Warp
Selvedge: Red-Line Edge
Width: 33 inches / approximately 84 cm
Weight: 396 GSM
Weight Category: Heavyweight
Stretch: Light Comfort Stretch
Finish: Raw and Unsanforized
Feel: Initially Firm, Dry, and Structured
Drape: Structured with Substantial Body
Opacity: Fully Opaque

Suitable For

Premium jeans, trousers, denim jackets, chore coats, overshirts, vests, jorts, structured skirts, workwear, aprons, bags, and other heritage-inspired denim projects.

Care Instructions

This is raw, unsanforized denim and may shrink during its first soak or wash. We strongly recommend washing a measured swatch before cutting or pre-soaking the complete length before garment construction.

Wash separately in cold water using a mild detergent. Raw indigo may release colour and transfer through rubbing or contact with moisture, particularly when new. Keep away from pale clothing, furniture, and other light-coloured surfaces during early handling and wear.

Do not bleach or use harsh fabric softeners. Avoid wringing and high-temperature tumble drying. Air dry naturally in the shade.

Please Note

The term “Japanese shuttle loom” refers to the machinery used to weave the fabric and does not indicate that the fabric was manufactured in Japan.

Raw indigo denim is intended to fade and evolve. Variations in colour and surface texture are part of its character and should not be considered defects.

The 33-inch width is narrower than standard apparel fabric. Please allow additional yardage for pattern placement, shrinkage, and selvedge detailing.