Trends come and go but the straight-leg jean is permanent. And while some folks have a different perception of what a true straight leg is, there is no denying that KATO‘s new barrel fit cuts a beautiful silhouette that leads towards the wider end of the selvedge spectrum.
Honoring its namesake, KATO’s Barrel fit has a wide top block and thigh, a generous knee area, and a taper toward the hem. And despite having that mild taper, the resulting silhouette cuts a fine, straight-leg silhouette that looks comfortable and stylish without the bellowing hems of some wide-leg jeans. Loose yet refined.
The Barrel is rolling into town in 4 proprietary KATO fabrics. The 100% cotton 12.5 oz. Natural Slub Selvedge comes in two colors – a raw medium indigo tone reminiscent of classic 1960s examples and a gently washed ‘Brian‘ edition. And then you have 2 renditions of KATO’s calling card 4-way Stretch Selvedege. All woven in Japan on vintage shuttle looms with 4% polyurethane, KATO’s 4-way stretch denim has an exclusive recipe that provides comfort and vintage style in one vintage-looking package. Making the Barrel even comfier, the 4-way stretch selvedge comes in 14 oz. ‘Indigo Raw‘ that’s based on sought-after 1950s denim and a heavily washed ‘Vinnie‘ version that emulates years of wear and washing.
Each pair is proudly made in the USA and comes crammed with details, including a selvedge coin pocket, custom KATO hardware, and a branded premium leather waist patch.
Available from KATO from $248.
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