{"product_id":"mister-freedom-californian-lot-64-vidalia","title":"Californian Lot 64 Vidalia","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSPECS\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePattern: Inspired by vintage 1950s-1960s era five-pocket blue jeans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOur LOT64 cut features a traditional fit, classic rise, with a slightly tapered leg for a 50s-60s vibe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSPECS\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClassic vintage five-pocket blue jeans pattern and fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClassic mid-rise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eButton fly, original MF®-branded patinaed tack buttons, brass waist \/ silver fly combo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSelvedge leg outseam.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNOS cotton canvas pocketing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMF® original “M” stitch design on rear pockets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlack tea-core cowhide leather MF®-branded patch on rear pocket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWill age with normal wash\/wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCoin pocket with concealed selvedge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSelvedge button hole fly placket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHidden back pocket reinforcement rivets, with top pocket bar-tack stitching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUnmarked copper riveting for pocket reinforcement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOriginal MF® paper pocket flasher, black VDL14 edition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMade in California, USA, in an ethically-responsible and small family-owned factory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSIZING\/FIT\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e*This particular fabric and cut run a bit big in the leg, the fit is more like Lot54.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSome may consider sizing down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIf you need assistance with sizing please reach out to sales@misterfreedom.com\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWe recommend the usual protocol before wearing:\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCold soak for about 30-40mn, with occasional hand agitation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWear briefly before fully-dry to shape and set creases, then hang until fully dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThese Lot64 VDL14 MF® Californians are considered true-to-size, but run a bit more generous in the leg than most of our other Lot64s.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThey actually feel more like our Lot54 cut. (See MF® Californian fit references here.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAt 5’7 ~145 Lbs., I opted to size down in the VDL14 and went for a W29, for a snug waist and classic 1950s-60s silhouette. (Please note that I am wearing a W30 prototype in the photos.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe size that will work best for you depends on how you like your jeans to fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlease refer to our size chart and measuring method.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA tagged W32 will most-likely be the right size for an individual with an approximate measured waist of +\/- 32 inches, and with average body proportions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNote that your natural waist is a bit bellow belly button level, not bellow the hips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCL's Advice:\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAt 5’7 ~145 Lbs., I opted to size down in the VDL14 and went for a W29, for a snug waist and classic 1950s-60s silhouette. (Please note that I am wearing a W30 prototype in the photos.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCARE\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWash when necessary, as with other premium denim garments.We recommend turning the jeans inside-out to avoid potential marbling of the denim fabric.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUsing hot water\/heat dryer may result in excessive and irreversible shrinkage.Note that boiling your jeans will turn the leather patch into instant beef jerky, and attaching a new patch on an already-mounted rear pocket is about as easy as wrangling a pack of feral jackrabbits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSTORY\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIf I were a fashion blogger I would start with “One of the problems with classic black denim jeans is what to not pair them with…”\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInstead, as illustration, below is a plethora of smashing MF® outfits, in all kinds of awkward poses and situations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSame black jeans, and too much time on my hands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWe acquired some very cool yardage of black selvedge denim for this project, with the simple intention of releasing an unpretentious, classic cut, home-grown pair of solid black Mister Freedom® Lot64 Californian.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMilled by Vidalia Specialty Mills in Vidalia, Louisiana, this black selvedge denim twill fabric has quite the historical background.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe looms it was produced-on — a few restored vintage 1940s Draper X3 looms — were purchased sometime in 2017 from the iconic Cone Mills White Oak Plant by a North Carolina demolition contractor by the name of Will Dellinger (JW Demolition).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFamiliar to all heritage denimheads as the American mill responsible for Levi’s® golden age good looks, Cone Mills folded its domestic operation in 2017, looking for greener pasture and off-shoring to China and Mexico.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe machines were in turn procured by Vidalia in 2019.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApparently 46 machines total.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOf note, Cone still has somewhat of its legit USA denim-producing legacy going strong thanks to the dedicated crew at Proximity Denims since 2021.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIf the above chain of events sounds like a whole season of Dallas, it’s probably because the world of American Denim carries about the same amount of intrigue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWhat is less plot-driven and more transparent is that the premium denim fabric of the Mister Freedom® Lot64 VDL14 is a black warp x black weft twill, 14 Oz., milled in Louisiana, and that our jeans are cut\/sewn in California, USA, the combination of which is bound to make you look fabulous and feel fantastic for years to come.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDress ‘em up, dress ‘em down, go Jailhouse Rock or 30 Rock, these classic black jeans will tell the story you choose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlease note that these Lot64 VDL14 run fuller in the leg than our typical Lot64s, with a silhouette closer to our Lot54.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBe sure to read the sizing section and check the measurement chart, as some may decide to size down one inch from their usual Lot64 size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe Mister Freedom® CALIFORNIAN Lot64 are designed and\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003emade in California, CA in collaboration with Sugar Cane Co.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCut from Vidalia Mills premium selvedge denim milled in USA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRead the full blog about the Lot64 Vidalia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mister Freedom","offers":[{"title":"29","offer_id":52956488466711,"sku":"MFSC-588-29","price":430.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"30","offer_id":52956488499479,"sku":"MFSC-588-30","price":430.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"31","offer_id":52956488532247,"sku":"MFSC-588-31","price":430.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"32","offer_id":52956488565015,"sku":"MFSC-588-32","price":430.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33","offer_id":52956488597783,"sku":"MFSC-588-33","price":430.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"34","offer_id":52956488630551,"sku":"MFSC-588-34","price":430.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"36","offer_id":52956488663319,"sku":"MFSC-588-36","price":430.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"38","offer_id":52956488696087,"sku":"MFSC-588-38","price":430.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0992\/5994\/1143\/files\/CalifornianLot64Black2023-1a.jpg?v=1777510990","url":"https:\/\/therightgarment.com\/products\/mister-freedom-californian-lot-64-vidalia","provider":"The Right Garment","version":"1.0","type":"link"}