Specifically engineered to fade, 3sixteen is taking their denim nerd game to a whole new level with the release of their 40BSP 16.5oz. “Caustic Wave” Denim, ready to transfer fresh indigo onto all of your light colored furniture.
What exactly is a cCaustic wave’? Scientifically speaking, it’s what happens when light reflects off of a round surface. But we have a hunch 3sixteen isn’t really referring to the literal definition, although they definitely expect the denim to create some high-contrast electric blue fades in those high-friction points we love to observe.
The denim itself is a 16.5oz. unsanforized pure indigo-dyed selvedge, produced custom by Kuroki Mills in Japan. Rich with a variety of textures throughout the weave, and paired with twisted cotton yarns of all different lengths, the finished product is much more abrasive than you’d think — kind of like denim sandpaper. Pain and pleasure are synonymous here. The 40BSP is cut in their newest straight tapered fit, which has a true medium rise and comfy top block that tapers aggressively below the knees. Other details include heavy duty canvas “Destroyer” pocket bags, hidden rivets, and custom debossed leather patch.
Available for $285 at Self Edge.
