The first part of that title sounds weird, but it’s true: I’ve never been a jeans guy. Maybe the most universal pair of pants and I’m the one contrarian. Give me a nice pair of khakis, slacks, joggers, or shorts instead and I’m a happy guy.
Shopping for jeans can be stressful. There are so many cuts and styles that it’s hard to figure out what looks good. Then I got my hands on the MadeFlex Clutch Cooling Oakland Slim Jeans from Flag & Anthem. Total game changer.
I’m a big guy with big thighs, so it’s a dream come true to not feel crammed into a pair of pants. The Oakland Slim Fit looks slimming without feeling tight thanks to the right amount of stretch in the fabric. They cut off right at the perfect place so they’re not hanging too far over my boots. And the color goes well with just about any outfit.
Want to know how comfortable I was in these jeans? Here are several candid, totally-not-staged photos of me wearing them. I think I need to change careers and become a model:
Madeflex Clutch Cooling Jean – Oakland Slim Fit – $69.50
Details:
- Oakland Slim Fit – for the guy who likes the slimming look without sacrificing comfort
- Temperature control technology to keep you cool when it’s hot and warm when it’s not
- Rendered in super-soft stretch denim for move-with-you comfort
- Traditional 5-pocket styling
- Zipper fly with logo button closure
- Leather logo back patch
Flag & Anthem has a whole catalog of jeans for every style and cut. Take a look at some of our favorites in each of the four cuts:
Sterling Jean – Nashville Straight Fit – $69.50
Details:
- Nashville Straight Fit: for the guy into classic looks with streamlined style
- Fitted but with room in all the right places
- Premium stretch denim with a cotton/poly/spandex blend for added movement
- Regular rise sits right at your natural waist
- Traditional 5-pocket styling, zip-up fly
- Style also comes in Big & Tall up to 36” inseam and 52” waist
Everetts Jean – Newport Athletic Fit – $69.50
Details:
- Newport Athletic Fit: for the guy who loves leg day
- Extra room in the seat and thigh with a tailored fit in the waist and through the leg.
- Hint of spandex for a slight stretch while maintaining the traditional denim feel
- Regular rise sits right at the waist with a slight taper in the leg for a fitted appearance
- Medium dark wash can easily be dressed up or down
- Zip-front fly with logo button closure
Adrian Jean – Portland Relaxed Fit – $69.50
Details:
- Portland Relaxed Fit: For the kings of comfort
- Looser fit through the hip and thigh with a straight leg all the way down.
- Cotton/poly/spandex blend is a perfect balance between durability, stretch, and comfort
- Regular rise sits at the natural waist and won’t bunch up when you sit
- Straight leg opening fits over most work and winter boots
- Light wash with slight fade through the thigh and faint whiskering
- Zip-front fly with logo button closure
Blanton Jean – Omaha Bootcut Fit – $69.50
Details:
- Omaha Bootcut Fit: for the guy who wants the function of a bootcut while still looking fitted with shoes and sneakers
- Cotton/poly/spandex blend gives back some stretch wherever you may need it
- Regular rise, straight through seat & thigh
- Slight flare at the knee gives some shape and provides extra room in the calf without looking exaggerated
- Dark wash dresses up well with flannels and Western-style button-downs
- Zip-front fly with logo button closure
If you’re wondering about my sweet pullover in these pictures, it’s another great find from Flag & Anthem. It’s soft, it’s comfortable, and it’s super flattering. I like pulling on a piece of clothing where my instant reaction is, “Oh yeah!”
Citro Super-Soft 1/4-Snap Pullover – $69.50
Details:
- Special blend of soft fabrics with built-in stretch for max mobility
- Perfect balance of all-day comfort and effortlessly polished style
- Tailored athletic fit
- Quarter-snap front placket
- Pictured above is Oatmeal; also available in Navy and Grey
In addition to jeans and pullovers, Flag & Anthem has a site bursting with amazing apparel for men and women that you have to check out, including flannels, shirt jackets, and outdoor gear.
Plus, as a special offer, use the code BROBIBLE for 20% off your full-priced purchase (limit one use per customer; cannot be combined with other offers).
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