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Browse all Amiri jeans →CARGO JEAN - Perfect Antique Indigo
The verdict
Fit
Cargo cut with antique indigo finish. Antique suggests pre-relaxed hand, potentially easier wear than raw. True sizing with cargo thigh pockets and likely roomy proportions.
Quality
Amiri's antique finish and cargo construction are well-executed. The indigo tone suggests careful dye work, and reinforced seams support pocket durability.
Is the price fair?
At $1,490, this is the highest price in the batch—justified by cargo engineering and antique finish, but remains a luxury luxury buy.
Best for
Shoppers prioritizing functional utility and preferring pre-faded, lived-in indigo over raw denim.
Care
Antique indigo is already faded; gentle washing (cold, inside-out) slows additional fading and preserves the current tone.
What owners report about Amiri jeans
Owners report the stretch Italian denim is soft and comfortable, with distressing, patches and leather details largely applied by hand. Reviewers treat the line as delicate: dry-cleaning is recommended over machine washing, leather details should be kept dry, and fresh indigo can bleed onto sneakers. Price is the recurring complaint, with pairs originally sold around $600 now listed above €2,000.
- Strengths
- Soft stretch Italian denim with hand-done distressing, patching and leather detailing that owners find comfortable to wear.
- Watch out for
- The jeans are delicate — dye can bleed onto shoes, leather details cannot get wet, and dry-cleaning is advised — while prices have risen steeply from the brand's early years.
- Sizing
- Reviewers report the fit runs slightly smaller than other brands and stretches only slightly with wear, so consider sizing up for a looser fit.
About Amiri's jeans line as a whole. Sources: Amiri Jeans, why are they so expensive? – The Attic · Amiri Jeans Latest Reviews and 7 Most Asked Questions - Fashonation
