Back in September of 2015, we started the first chapter of the Weathered Project with an introduction to Mitch Kirilo, Gastown Tattoo Parlour artist and owner. Over the past four months, Mitch journeyed around the country in his sturdy Tellasons – we're interested to learn how he (and his winter armour) fared over the Winter.

Fact #1: Oldest jeans in the world goes to a pair of classic blue Levi's from 1879 valued at approx. $150,000

Celebrating the journey from pristine raw to shredded blue.

Sometimes in January it's like we have to remind the weather that it already had it's chance at winter, it should be over by now. But always, the temperatures drop and the rain becomes relentless, but if we're after one glimpse of joy it's that this is the best time of the season to start breaking in a new pair of raw denim.

For students of an independent-heavy mentality, community is superfluous. It's extra, it's garnish. It's considered strength to stand solitary, to be your own well-oiled machine.

There is something so relatable to the fear of writing in the first page of a fresh notebook or deciding what you will draw into the first page of a new sketchbook, even taking a new passport picture offers a crippling glimpse at what could be a fresh start.

There is nothing quite like the sweet sensation of the cool breeze brushing against your cheeks as you glide around town peddling away your daily stresses. However, not wearing the right pants can turn even the breeziest of bike rides into an uncomfortable, sweaty and restricting ordeal.

Our flagship store located in Vancouver has a community topography often judged for cold attitudes and emotional irreverence. But there are some pockets of this city that let in just enough warmth to relax even the coolest personalities.

For many women, jeans rival bathing suits for the most dreaded—and daunting—items to shop for. After all, with so many cuts, fabrics, and colours available, where does one even begin?

It's been a little over a year since Dutil Denim proudly launched Freenote Cloth in Canada. We talked to Sales Director, David Strong, about the companies' developments over the last year and his view on fast fashion.