#469 Cone Mills Lyocell Selvedge

Cone Mills was an American master of classic selvedge denim. Sturdy, starchy, classic. This style starts out exactly the way you'd expect. A highly wearable 12 ounce weight. A wonderfully dark, pure blue warp with crisp white weft. Nice starch and a bold white selvedge ID. It's all-American selvedge you'd want to own even if it stopped there. In this style, there is one more key addition that changes the subtle character of the fabric - Lyocell. This is a biodegradable fiber made from wood pulp. It's widely prized for a number of key characteristics that pair surprisingly well with raw denim. The first is an ability to lend a silk-like feel to fabric. Although not overpowering, you detect a unique, more flowing drape from this raw denim. Lyocell is also know for durability and breathability. Exactly what you want for a hard-wearing fabric like selvedge denim. Using different ingredients to subtly alter the personality of fabric. We approve.