16oz Midnight Red Madder-Dyed Denim Jeans – Relaxed Straight
Deep indigo meets natural madder red in substantial 16oz denim, cut for an easy, relaxed straight fit.
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Product Description
Indigo blue with a hidden depth of red. Our 16oz midnight red denim pairs indigo-dyed warp yarns with madder-red weft yarns, creating a deep, muted tone with subtle reddish-purple undertones.
The red comes from the roots of the madder plant, a traditional source of natural dye also used in historic Turkey red dyeing. Woven beneath the indigo face, the madder-red weft gives the fabric its distinctive shadowed color.
Both colors will gradually fade with wear and washing. The madder dyeing process is carefully controlled to bring its colorfastness close to that of the indigo, helping the red soften alongside the blue and maintain a balanced appearance as the denim ages.
Cut with a mid rise, a roomy seat and thigh, and a straight leg, this pair offers an easy, vintage-inspired silhouette. The substantial 16oz denim has been given a one-wash finish before sale and will continue to develop its own character through regular wear.
Size Recommendation
Please take a pair of your favorite jeans, lay them flat with the waist pulled tight. Then use a flexible tape measure laid from left to right and that’s your true size. For example, if you lay the tape measure from left to right and you get 16 inches, your actual waist measurement is 32 inches (16 X 2). So please order a size 32 waist.
Features & Fabrics
Wash & Care
This denim is unwashed and retains its original sizing, giving it a crisp, rigid feel. It will soften with wear and develop creases and fades unique to the wearer.
First Soak and Expected Shrinkage
For a more predictable fit, we recommend an initial cold soak before regular wear.
- Turn the jeans inside out and soak separately in cold water for approximately 30–45 minutes.
- Avoid excessive movement or scrubbing during the soak.
- Gently press out excess water without twisting or wringing.
- Reshape the jeans while damp and air dry in the shade.
After the first cold soak, expected shrinkage is approximately:
- Waist circumference: around 0.8 inch
- Length: approximately 0.8–1.2 inches
These figures are estimates. Hot water, machine washing and tumble drying may cause greater shrinkage, while a cold soak with minimal agitation generally results in less shrinkage.
Ongoing Care
- Wear often and wash only when needed to encourage distinctive, high-contrast fading.
- Do not allow heavy dirt, sweat or odor to build up for extended periods.
- When washing, turn the jeans inside out and use cold water with a mild detergent.
- Cold hand washing is preferred. If machine washing is necessary, use a gentle cycle and wash separately.
- Avoid bleach, fabric softener, hot water and tumble drying.
- Air dry in the shade and keep away from prolonged direct sunlight.
Raw denim may feel stiff again after air drying. This helps the fabric hold natural creases around the lap, knees and back of the knees. It will soften again after a few wears.