Naked & Famous Denim: Comparison Between the Three Main Cuts
The Naked & Famous jeans collection is known for a wide variety of denim fabrics, from the lightest to the heaviest, which are then made into several cuts, including 3 main ones:
- The SuperGuy
- The WeirdGuy
- The EasyGuy
At Flâneurs, we have been offering these three cuts for a long time, as they provide a solid foundation when choosing jeans, depending on individual needs and body shapes. Another advantage is being able to find your favorite cut and knowing where to look next.
Description of the Cuts:
- SuperGuy: The tightest cut in the selection, between skinny and slim. It has a medium rise, usually worn on the hips, and the leg tapers from the thigh to a narrow ankle opening.
- WeirdGuy: The quintessential intermediate cut, positioned between slim and straight. Neither too tight nor too loose, it is comparable to Levi’s 511. It has a mid-rise, sitting slightly above the hips, with a comfortable thigh opening followed by a slightly tapered leg from the knee to the ankle opening.
- EasyGuy: The carrot or "Loose Tapered" cut of the selection. It features a high rise sitting above the hips, a substantial thigh width, and then tapers significantly from the knee to a narrow ankle opening.
Choosing the Size:
Unfortunately, as is often the case with jeans, choosing the right size can be tricky. The best technique remains to consult the size guides available on each product page. However, it’s always useful to know whether a model runs small, true to size, or large. The fit of a jean generally depends on 3 main criteria:
- The Cut: Although not an absolute truth, generally, the wider the cut, the larger it tends to run, and vice versa.
- The Weight of the Fabric: A lighter fabric, usually for summer, is generally more comfortable than a heavier, more winter-appropriate fabric. It is therefore important to consider the weight, expressed in ounces (oz).
- The Composition of the Fabric: Although most models offered at Naked & Famous are 100% cotton, some contain 2% elastane. This addition makes the jeans more flexible and comfortable from the start and allows them to adapt more quickly to being worn.
All these factors considered, here’s what is most frequently observed for the 3 cuts we offer at Naked & Famous:
- SuperGuy: This model runs small, and it is often advised to go a size up from your usual size.
- WeirdGuy: This model runs true to size, and it is usually recommended to stick with your usual size.
- EasyGuy: This model runs slightly large. It is possible to choose a size down or stick with your usual size.