How/When to wash your Jeans (Step-by-Step Guide)

[@judahwesley]

No fancy gear, no lighting set up. Just straight up daily videos. I love this and imma start doing this. Thanks G. keep going.

[@millieperry3193]

I love seeing the way you immerse yourself in this interest and how you understand and curate your style in such detail in a way that fits and expresses YOU.This channel has inspired me to better understand and work with fashion and support this community

[@DrewJoiner]

❤️

[@Whodnl]

Drew joiner, is the man who is sleeping in Denim, waking up in Denim and Showers in denim, listening to Japanese Denim by Daniel Ceaser. IE Drew has hit the Denim god level. Next thing we need is drew to get a Type 1 levis Jacket, and some WWII Levis Big Es and he's hit the full level of the denim gods

[@Whodnl]

#PVV 4 life, fits bumps for life.

[@yummiburritobowl]

so true !

[@jemmy10851]

This is actually very informative ngl, I never really thought about a "right way to wash jeans" but this vid made me realize I gotta take care of mine better lol, thanks Drew 👍🏽

[@cubeography]

i like the part where you mentioned how the frequency of washing can change the type of fading denim has, as i prefer jeans with a vintage wash so mine will be washed more frequently. there isn’t really a way to gauge when you should wash jeans as it really depends on how much you sweat and where you live. i live in the tropics so clothing is easily soiled so washing for me is way more frequent.

[@mohamadnajibmohamadshukri9856]

I gotta say your raw denim vids inspired me to get a pair myself. I’m on the 2nd month of wear!

[@DrewJoiner]

Amazing!! Which pair did you get?

[@mohamadnajibmohamadshukri9856]

@@DrewJoiner Momotaro's! Grabbed a pair when I was travelling in Tokyo

[@hioxd]

Tblake made a video about this awhile back, but he said its pretty simple and you dont have to use the tub method. No spin cycle and delicate, Jean's inside out and you're good.

[@NiiloHargut]

Casually enjoying laundry videos on KZbin on a sunday night, mom would be proud 🫡

[@TheZeRa8]

i fart a lot i need to wash them often

[@eggman3104]

Best comment

[@PunchFucker]

Yup

[@m.k195]

🤣🐽

[@grmak7315]

thanks for sharing😭

[@tyronenur2373]

😭😭

[@d05wtt]

You can also get the same effects through machine washing if you set the washing machine on “delicate” wash which means cold water, no spin cycle, minimal agitation. (Inside out, take it out right away and line dry.) I’ve done it both ways. They turn out the same.

[@Marbelhaj]

thankyou

[@ImTooAbstract]

exactly this + use a mesh bag meant for washing delicates. so much easier than this manual process

[@WiiAllTheWayHome]

This is very good guide for washing denim, but it also highlights several good choices: using the right detergent for the material, not relying on the dryer and air drying, and the importance of soaking (time) versus agitation (friction).

[@jonathanvandervinne8613]

just got my first selvedge denim jeans, i needed this

[@hnguyen218]

I have a pair of 6 yr old APC's, only washed it once in the washing machine on delicate setting. Does the job just like this method.

[@mrtmsfs]

Most important thing is to never ever use a dryer for any pair of jeans/trousers. I´m over the point of hand washing my raws but for a beginner it´s quiet a nice event to bond with your denim. Great video Drew! Looking forward to future updates on you raws.

[@RiskXd715]

Yooo drew what up I got a new pair of red jeans and I was worried that they might fade when washing them. I was just looking for a video that would tell me how I can wash them, and you appeared. Thanks, Drew.

[@thecooler170]

Luckily I am not newbie that means I know from my experience that u don't have to wash your jeans in the tub. Don't worry about it bud. Just wash in the machine smh.

[@samljackson27]

Thanks for the video man this is my second time handwashing my jeans & the second time I am watching this video for the step by step guide!

[@MHOE-TribeUPmuzik]

Definitely need more !

[@Bigray965]

you use detergent? Or just some hand soap

[@lenghia9722]

how would you rank the commonly used dertergents for washing jeans and why?

[@DrewJoiner]

I think in general most common detergents shouldn’t cause much of an issue when washing. Natural/ less scented types are typically better

[@dubssalamander]

This just makes me wanna get some Japanese selvedge 😂

[@ciaranp8986]

lol I literally planned to hand wash my rogue territory jacket so I got some woolite dark and thought to myself last night "hmm just need a little explainer video before I wash them" thanks brother drew

[@DrewJoiner]

❤️🤝

[@AlejandroJomar]

Ayyy lets gooo, finally 😈🔥🙏🏽

[@DrewJoiner]

You should make a video like this! When the time is right of course. I would love to get your thoughts

[@AlejandroJomar]

@@DrewJoiner I just might have to now 😈🙏🏽 My Sugar Canes and my SoSo denim jacket both are almost due for a nice wash. I love how you have the Okinawas and I have the Hawaiis and seeing how both of them fade so differently over time is very interesting to see!

[@bettykwong3369]

Washing your jeans in a front loader machine is 10000x much more recommended because the garments aren’t twisting but instead tumbling. When in doubt, tumble is more gentle than twisting clothes/washing clothes etc

[@Alan-rw3ez]

I hand wash my 501 Levi jeans, best two jeans I have/will ever own. The quality and durability is like none other.

[@Lilbeanboii132]

do baggy 501s look like how they were new after handwashing?

[@MATEZz_e]

I needed them for the fit fyne shyt can not see me in straight lined jeans

[@glodusmuspell9069]

Should i wash the jeans immediately after buying them new from the store?

[@nicolehernandezg1]

Could you do (if you haven’t already) how to wash a blazer? And how do I wash a white shirt w a bit of dark details/prints without using bleach? Cuz the neck of my shirts keep getting yellowish since I use them a lot

[@letiziaciancarini3804]

BRO the dedicationnnn

[@koningklootzak7788]

Very good video. Anything different i need to do for washing denim jacket? Same same?

[@DrewJoiner]

same!

[@Sy7j3wdDPS]

Its pretty easy imo I wash my SDA and Samurai without thinking much about them If its kinda smelly, let them soak for 20-30 min with a little bit of liquid detergent, not gonna hurt them much If its wayyy to smelly and kinda feeling slimy/greasy/ or even visibly dirty, i just did the same thing above, but after the soak, i pour some powder detergent (non bleach, preferably denim detergent like the ones from samurai, or any regular ones will do just fine) and brush them all around with a soft brush After that, i dont press no water out, just straight up let them drip dry hanging them outside preferably, works like a charm I feel like washing actually helps the fades better, and tighten up those fibers so it stays strong and prevent blowouts, coming from a first hand experience Some people just turn their jeans inside out and put them in a washing machine, cold / warm water (30 degrees max if im not mistaken) and no drying, just let them air dry. The key is to treat them like any of your pants, raw denim surprisingly could last longer between washes, i feel like they’re not getting smelly / greasy that quick, but also you have to factor in where you live, how’s the climate and stuff, bcs sweat buildup could get rly rly smelly

[@DrewJoiner]

Great process

[@Dazulolwarrior]

im gonna need one of those foldable bucket

[@bensonbenson4149]

I thought that thing leaving it what did you call it, indigo, is going to make the Jean fade ?

[@aaatilio]

what if your jeans got muddy? or a spill got on them? do i wash it right away?

[@kurth6595]

What kind of drying rack do you like? I had one from IKEA that I used for a while but it was kind of flimsy and I’ve been wanting to get another

[@joshfernandes6554]

can i do this with one than more pairs or just one?

[@JuuskiOsama]

ik you said you dont put them in a dryer, but is it okay to just dry them in a dryer after??

[@DrewJoiner]

It’s “ok” but you might shrink the fabric more than you would want

[@VanessaChen-xd6iv]

Looking forward to having more garment people cooperate with our factory

[@leeee33337]

i waited for this video

[@indiekidney3890]

where did you get your drying rack?

[@DrewJoiner]

It's a Polder Drying Rack

[@indiekidney3890]

@@DrewJoiner thanks

[@congvinhpham776]

I have a raw samurai pant, it fit just right in my waist (so wrong in picking size), and i wonder if after first wash, will it shrink in waist? If it shrink i counldn't wear it anymore. 😢

[@DrewJoiner]

It probably will shrink

[@NuaSOU]

i wish i've seen this before i just bought a 501 Levi's and put it in a dryer, now i don't fit in it 🤣😭

[@DrewJoiner]

😂😂 damn!

[@3yesack]

nice vid thanx for the tips

[@Jontech777]

Plz keep being you 🙏🏼

[@DrewJoiner]

Needed this 🤝

[@TinsTins]

Just wondering but did your sugar canes shrink at all anymore after washing? I know you mentioned they were a bit big in your pickups video

[@DrewJoiner]

Yes they did shrink, mostly in the waist but I did notice slight shrinkage

[@Rawrbin]

My mom lowkey yelled at me that I couldn’t wash them soooo I’m hand washing my jeans very glad I saw this video before

[@Cristina-b3l]

i always get stressed when it's time to wash my jeans because i don't want to destroy them or idk

[@bettykwong3369]

Also, forget to mention when you aren’t machine washing but hand washing i recommend a hand drying with a towel. I do that all the time with my Jeans(some of them), lululemon and shorts 🩳. Excellent upper strength excerise

[@ghjkhuikk5695]

You’re saying that I need to wash my jeans ?😮

[@simonpijnenburg4406]

Don’t you need warm water for the detergent to activate? I personally like to just use my washing machine. That is also the way the Japanese wash their jeans.

[@jacobfletcher7454]

The time has come, I’ve got the money put aside and I’m 1000% percent buying the sugar cane okinawas

[@thecooler170]

Lmao smh

[@mrlolmaster1019]

the best raw denim is the denim you have worn for 4 years unwashed with sh*t stains penetrating through the fabric

[@nienkeevelien]

Did you know jeans barely collect bacteria throughout the years? After washing, it takes about two weeks for the fabric to contain bacteria and other filth, and it doesn’t increase much even after years of wearing them without any washes. I used to work at G-Star RAW HQ, and their advice is to never wash your jeans because of this. To get rid of bad odor, it is enough to hang them outside for a while, and stains can be washed out using a water spray and cloth. Another option to kill bacteria and remove odor is to put them in the freezer for 24 hours. If you feel like they need a wash, it is better to wear them during the wash. Simply put them on, take a seat in the bath, and rinse out stains with only water and a cloth. This way, the jeans will mold to your body, and they will fit better afterward 🙌🏻

[@zhisu2665]

I handwash majority of my clothes, they remain nicer for longer

[@fundraiser4922]

Thumbnail looks crazy💀

[@DrewJoiner]

How?

[@fundraiser4922]

its jus an odd angle. Dont take me too serious😁

[@DrewJoiner]

@@fundraiser4922 haha! No I kinda see what you mean

[@robista]

Very funny now do the poor people version for everybody that doesnt own a bathtub

[@w3z1y777]

Go to your nearest river and idk

[@keyshaunj.1359]

Would you wash dickies 874 this way too?

[@K12221]

You can wash your dixkies in the washer it doesn’t shrink, just don’t put them in the dryer

[@hellsapoppin9326]

I accidentally used warm water on the second cycle, and now my jeans look bleached 🙃

[@marcozarate8]

this guy is studying under levi strauss himself

[@DrewJoiner]

Lmao

[@Lemurs]

Welp, i put mine in the washer the first wash

[@ldm2622]

this is way too complicated. all this extra stuff isnt gonna make the fades better or make the jeans last longer. there should just be two steps: 1. throw in washer with detergent 2. hang dry

[@DrewJoiner]

Everyone has their way of living their lives! I think it’s totally valid to wash your jeans whatever way suits you

[@adognamedkevin9846]

As a man who poops his pants daily, I Needed this 💯👈🏿

[@NoaH-zt8tn]

now do sea washing 🙏🏽

[@kirankumarsukumar]

How to wash jeans in 96 hours ? 😂

[@Left4memes1]

I washed my sanforized denime in the washing machine denime head don't approve of my washing way

[@alexmadrid1459]

Fantastica. Gracias a Dios por El amor, merced, proteccion, y creaciones y gracias a Dios todo los dias mala o bueno y vayan con Dios a todos y yo en el sangre y nombre de Cristo Jesus Rey de reys amen 😊 Amazing. Thank God for His love, mercy, protection, and creations and thank God during the highs and lows and God bless you and all of us in Jesus Christ’s King of all kings blood that was shed and name we declare and name we pray amen 😊

[@petos6616]

187een tausend, nicht schlecht

[@magickb7255]

🤟

[@lucif3r69]

Why not just use a washer machine ?

[@JediChris]

Would it be equally as affective to just throw jeans in a washing machine with this Fade Detergent and then letting them air dry????? or is the tub process a million times better??

[@andreigolovik3047]

If you use a washing machine, *do not* let it spin. That's what fucks up your fades the most

[@thecooler170]

Bro don't worry about it too much. I don't rely on ytuber like him. I have experience so I know. U can wash them in the machine. Most jean r one wash anyways. U shouldn't be too concern. These aren't cashmere.

[@AlejandroJomar]

Tbh this is what I do. I go with the coldest possible wash on a low spin cycle. The only thing is you HAVE to time it right and take the jeans out and IMMEDIATELY hang them once the cycle is done. I have never had an issue on my end because I time it perfectly. But with that being said, the others here are right the it CAN ruin jeans if done incorrectly. What can happen on a high spin cycle and/or leaving the jeans in too long is you can create unfavorable vertical fade lines, or what I like to call the “snakeskin” effect. They look sort of like the AURALEE Blue Faded Jeans on SSENSE, just not as cool because AURALEE did this and took a stylistic approach under their control. In the washing machine without your control and attention, I can assure you they will not look as cool unfortunately 🥲. I hope this helps, king! 🙏🏽🔥 much love bro bro

[@thecooler170]

I already know

[@andreigolovik3047]

@@thecooler170 These aren't normal mall jeans. Raw denim are specifically unwashed, and therefore more susceptible to bad fading in a washer. Most clothes shouldn't be machined washed or dried anyways