Portola 14.5oz Selvedge Denim
Freenote Cloth's jeans release enters Vinchy's AI lab for a closer look at fabrication, fit, and care notes.
Tagged at $275, quality lands at 100/100, comfort at 60/100, and sustainability at 80/100 for discerning shoppers.
- Brand · Freenote Cloth
- Category · Jeans
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Craftsmanship, stitching, and long-term durability.
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Attribute deep dive
We break down what drove each score so you can weigh trade-offs.
Quality Analysis 100/100
This denim is built for the long haul, featuring a substantial 14.5oz selvedge denim from Kaihara Mills and a two-piece waistband specifically designed to prevent overstretching, ensuring the fit holds up over time. Further reinforcing its quality are custom branded rivets and hardware, which are strong indicators of robust construction.
Comfort Assessment 60/100
This garment is constructed from 100% cotton, 14.5oz selvedge denim, which is a rigid, heavyweight fabric that lacks stretch, suggesting a lower comfort score. The two-piece waistband is specifically designed to prevent overstretching, reinforcing the garment's rigid structure.
Sustainability Impact 80/100
This garment provides strong positive sustainability evidence by being made from 100% cotton and manufactured locally in the USA. However, since no specific certifications (like organic or recycled) are mentioned, the score is adjusted accordingly.
Measurement breakdown
Measurements across available sizes.
| Size | Waist | Thigh | Knee | Leg Opening | Inseam | Rise |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 | 75.6 cm | 55.9 cm | 20.3 cm | 17.3 cm | 82.5 cm | 27.3 cm |
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Garment details
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From Freenote Cloth comes a custom 14.5oz selvedge denim crafted using sanforized denim from Kaihara mills in Japan. Made exclusively for Freenote, this denim was developed using an ultra-dark indigo yarn with a slight slub texture for a classic indigo denim with quicker and more pronounced fading attributes. The denim features signature Freenote detailing in the form of the brand's sewn-in two-piece waistband, Japanese herringbone pocket bags, and custom branded hardware.
14.5oz selvedge denim from Kaihara Mills Freenote's tapered "Portola" fit is designed with additional room in the top block and thighs with a moderate taper from the knee down Beige and antique gold selvedge ID Two-piece waistband to prevent over stretching Custom Freenote branded leather patch Custom Freenote branded rivets and hardware Herringbone pocket bags Hidden selvedge coin pocket detail 100% cotton Made in USA