Women and Corduroy: The Vintage Rose Boy Friend Cords Have Arrived

Corduroy is woven into Black Bear Brand's history — and now it arrives in a women's cut for the first time. Meet the Vintage Rose Boy Friend Cords: 8.4oz washed cord, made in Japan, faded and aged to perfection.

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Boyfriend Jeans: The Beginning, and the Style

A woman in a man's easy denim carries nearly a century of quiet rebellion. From Marilyn Monroe to Katie Holmes — the real origin of boyfriend jeans, and how to wear the look now.

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Women, Jeans, and the Case for Premium Japanese Denim

The finest denim on earth is Japanese, and women who care how a garment is built no longer settle for fast-fashion stretch. Here's what makes Okayama selvedge worth it — and how to choose your first serious pair.