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The verdict
Fit
The True Guy is a straight, slim-through-the-leg fit typical of Naked & Famous core cuts. Expect minimal stretch and a snug initial fit that gradually softens; size up half a size for comfort on first wear.
Quality
Selvedge denim with a kasuri weave—a Japanese patterning technique that requires careful mill work. Construction is solid at this brand and price point, with expectation of longevity if cared for properly.
Is the price fair?
At $298 you're paying for selvedge construction, Japanese fabric sourcing, and the kasuri finish. Fair for enthusiasts but premium for casual wear.
Best for
Denim collectors or shoppers seeking specialty Japanese weaves and visible selvage edges.
Care
Wash cold, infrequent; selvedge denim rewards patient aging and develops unique character with wear.
What owners report about Naked & Famous jeans
Owners treat the line as a first stop for Japanese selvedge: reviewers report solid construction, an unusually wide rotation of fabrics from Japanese mills, and fast, high-contrast fades at prices roughly in the 130 to 230 dollar band. Recurring criticisms are vanity sizing (one reviewer measured a tagged 31 as a true 33), fabric that stretches out considerably between washes, indigo bleed when pairs are new, and occasional loose threads showing up within the first couple of months.
- Strengths
- Reviewers consistently say the line delivers Japanese selvedge fabric variety and strong fades at a lower price than most raw denim they compare.
- Watch out for
- Vanity sizing plus noticeable stretch between washes make first-purchase fit tricky, and new pairs bleed indigo; some owners also report loose threads early on.
- Sizing
- Sources say tagged sizes run big and the denim stretches with wear, so go by actual measurements rather than the tag; several cuts also come with very long inseams that owners plan to hem.
About Naked & Famous's jeans line as a whole. Sources: Review: Are Naked & Famous's Left Hand Twill Jeans the Best Budget Selvedge? | Stridewise · Naked and Famous Review - Must Read This Before Buying | Honest Brand Reviews · Naked & Famous Natural Selvedge Skinny Guy - Denim Review | Heddels
