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Browse all Amiri jeans →WAXED MX1 JEAN - Waxed Charcoal
The verdict
Fit
Identical MX1 fit to the dusty black with a slightly warmer, greyish charcoal tone. Waxed coating creates subtle surface texture and structure. Fit runs tailored and fitted.
Quality
Waxed charcoal requires the same precision finishing as the black. Construction is impeccable; durability hinges on proper care and avoiding machine washing.
Is the price fair?
Same designer premium as the dusty black ($1090). Charcoal offers a warmer alternative; value case is identical.
Best for
Men seeking technical waxed denim who prefer a warmer, charcoal tone over pure black and will commit to specialized care.
Care
Never machine-wash waxed denim. Spot-clean, air-dry, and use saddle soap to refresh; wax will deepen and patina over time.
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
