
Only & Sons
Weft Bleached Jean Straight Fit
The Weft Bleached Jean from Only & Sons at Le 31 is a pair of men's straight-fit jeans made from stretch cotton denim with a light bleached wash. It features a classic five-pocket design, mid-rise waistband, metal button closure, zipper fly, and belt loops. The straight-leg silhouette runs from hip to hem with minimal ankle tapering, offering a relaxed fit for everyday casual wear.
- Color
- Weft Bleached
- Material
- Stretch cotton denim
- Gender
- male
- Style
- straight-leg, casual, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants
Color
Size
Specifications
Straight fit jeans made from stretch cotton denim with a weft bleached finish.
5-pocket design, stretch denim for comfort, weft bleaching for a unique washed look.
- Color
- Weft Bleached
- Material
- Stretch cotton denim
- Secondary
- elastane
- Style
- straight-leg, casual, classic
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants
Additional Attributes
- straight fit
- 5-pocket design
- stretch cotton denim
- weft bleached finish
- mid-rise
Product Insights
The Weft Bleached Jean Straight Fit by Only & Sons delivers premium weft bleaching—a technique typically found in denim over $150—at 89 CAD, producing high-contrast fades with crisp ecru edges that intensify at stress points. Its 2% elastane blend provides stretch comfort and shape recovery, preserving the fade pattern through washing and daily wear, while the straight fit mirrors Levi's 514 and Gap straight fits. The tradeoff: the stretch and shape retention ensure the leg's clean line remains intact without permanent sag.
Verified claims
- Value
- Weft bleaching technique typically in premium denim over $150 delivers high-contrast fade without break-in.
- Fade mechanics
- Bleached weft yarns create inside-out fade concentrating at stress points with crisp ecru edges.
- Durability
- 2% elastane ensures shape recovery preserving true fade pattern through stretch and washing.
- Shape retention
- The 2% elastane blend recovers shape after washing and prevents permanent sag from daily wear.
- Stretch comfort
- The 2% elastane provides a softer, more supple feel and easier movement than Only & Sons' 1% elastane regular fit.
- Fade pattern
- The intrinsic weft bleaching ensures the fade pattern stays true after stretch recovery.
- Silhouette comparison
- Modern straight fit comparable to Levi’s 514 and Gap straight fits
- Stretch performance
- 98% cotton / 2% elastane blend: stretch for comfort without losing shape
- Weft bleaching
- Weft bleaching delivers a $150+ denim technique at 89 CAD.
- Stretch and shape
- 2% elastane retains the straight leg's clean line while allowing comfort.
- Fade quality
- Weft bleaching yields a high-contrast, three-dimensional fade with crisp ecru edges that intensifies at stress points.
- Brand background
- Only & Sons is owned by Bestseller (Jack & Jones, Selected) and sold through Simons' Le 31.
- Silhouette positioning
- The straight fit uses a modern, tailored block comparable to Levi's 514 and Gap straight fits.
Product record
- Title
- Weft Bleached Jean Straight Fit
- Brand
- Only & Sons
- Price
- 89 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Value compared to similar-price jeans
- Only & Sons is owned by Bestseller, the Danish fashion conglomerate behind Jack & Jones and Selected, giving these jeans the design and manufacturing infrastructure of a European fashion house at a price that undercuts many 'premium' labels from the same country.
- The straight fit is based on a modern, slightly tailored block that avoids the extremes of skinny or oversized, making it a versatile silhouette that competes with the Levi's 514 and Gap straight fits at a price that leaves budget for tailoring if needed.
- Weft bleaching creates a two-tone effect by bleaching the interior weft yarns before weaving, producing a high-contrast faded finish — a process typically reserved for premium denim labels charging over $150 CAD, placing this 89 CAD pair well above its price class in visual impact.
- Sold through Simons' Le 31 department, a space associated with contemporary fashion and independent labels, the jean benefits from a retailer endorsement that signals it's a style-forward choice rather than a basic commodity at this price.
How weft bleaching creates the faded look
- Because only the weft (horizontal) yarns are bleached before weaving, the indigo-dyed warp (vertical) yarns remain untouched — as the jean wears, the indigo sloughs off to reveal the bright white weft underneath, creating a fade that is physically integrated rather than painted on, so crease patterns stay crisp through countless washes.
- Surface bleaching techniques like acid wash remove indigo from the face of the fabric, often leaving a cloudy, uniform haze — weft bleaching works from within, so the fade concentrates at stress points (thighs, seat, whiskers) and preserves depth in less-worn areas, resulting in a more three-dimensional, jean-specific fade.
- The bleached weft yields a noticeably cleaner ecru tone than unbleached cotton, so at the hem, pocket edges, and belt loops where abrasion exposes the cross-section of the yarn, the jean shows a bright, sharp outline that frames the garment's construction — a detail that denimheads look for in a well-crafted pair.
- Artisanal Japanese mills have long used white (often bleached) weft yarns to maximize the contrast of their fades — by adopting this approach, Only & Sons gives a sub-$100 straight-fit jean the visual language of a $200+ enthusiast raw denim project, minus the months of uncomfortable break-in.
- The 2% elastane provides comfortable give, but in many washed jeans the printed or superficial fade pattern stretches and warps over time — here the whiteness is intrinsic to the yarn, so when the fabric snaps back the fading pattern remains true, preserving natural whiskering effect even after repeated wear.
Stretch denim comfort and shape retention
- After machine washing, the 2% elastane fibers snap back to their original length, pulling the cotton warp yarns tight again; this is why low-stretch jeans tend to look freshly pressed after each wash cycle rather than developing permanent bagging — the elastane acts as a reset mechanism.
- Low elastane content means the fabric loses tension slowly over the course of a day rather than stretching out immediately; jeans worn for 8-10 hours will typically recover their shape overnight on a hanger or with a brief tumble, unlike higher-spandex blends that can permanently sag after repeated wears.
- At 2% elastane, the denim provides just enough mechanical give to ease the sitting and bending that make rigid 100% cotton jeans feel restrictive, while the 98% cotton body limits stretch to roughly 10-20% elongation — a level that resists the 'blown-out' knee deformation common in skinny jeans with 4-5% elastane blends.
- The straight leg's clean line depends on fabric that holds its drape; 2% elastane is enough to make a 5-pocket jean wearable from the first outing but not so much that the leg molds to the calf and loses its intended straight-out profile as you move.
- Only & Sons' regular-fit weft jean uses a 99% cotton / 1% elastane blend that prioritizes structure for a workwear aesthetic, so the straight fit's 2% elastane translates to a noticeably softer, more supple hand feel and easier movement through the seat and thigh, without the overly forgiving drape of stretch-heavy skinny cuts.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Front view of light-bleached straight-leg jeans worn by a model; visible front pockets, waistband, button closure, belt loops, and straight leg silhouette ending over boots.
- SilhouetteStraight leg silhouette seen from the front with a natural rise at the waist and a relaxed straight fall from thigh to hem.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.33 · w 0.40 · h 0.54 (high) - Waistband and closureVisible waistband with a metal top button closure and a partially visible zipper fly; belt loops present along the waistband.
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.33 · w 0.22 · h 0.10 (high) - Pocket constructionClassic five-pocket styling visible: two front pockets with a partially visible coin pocket and subtle pocket stitching and rivet detail at the front corners.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.38 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high) - Fabric appearanceLight bleached denim with an even pale wash and slight tonal variation along seams and pocket edges consistent with washed denim texture.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.40 · w 0.40 · h 0.45 (high) - Hem and fit at ankleStraight hem that falls over and slightly stacks at the top of the boots with minimal tapering at the ankle.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.78 · w 0.34 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing a model wearing the jeans with additional garments and accessories; plain white background, soft diffuse lighting, and slight floor seam.
- Model poseMale model standing facing forward with one hand in the front pocket and the other holding a folded plaid shirt slung over the shoulder.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.05 · w 0.64 · h 0.90 (high) - Background and lightingPlain seamless white background and floor with soft, even studio lighting producing minimal shadows around the model.
- Visible props and garmentsModel wears a sleeveless dark gray shirt with printed text on the chest, a plaid shirt draped over the shoulder, and black leather ankle boots.
2 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.05 · w 0.56 · h 0.40 (high); x 0.30 · y 0.78 · w 0.38 · h 0.16 (high) - Shirt text“HARMONY”
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.14 · w 0.28 · h 0.06 (high) - Floor seamSubtle horizontal seam or shadow where the wall meets the floor visible near the model's feet.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.91 · w 0.90 · h 0.06 (high)
Colors
light bleached blue· jeans#C3CEDA- SilhouetteStraight leg silhouette seen from the front with a natural rise at the waist and a relaxed straight fall from thigh to hem.
- 02

Product
Front three-quarter view of light-bleached straight-fit jeans on a model, showing waist to hem with visible pockets, belt loops, button closure, and straight leg silhouette.
- SilhouetteStraight leg trousers with a relaxed straight fit from hip to hem, visible front and outer leg seams, and slight taper at the ankle
1 region
x 0.13 · y 0.12 · w 0.74 · h 0.77 (high) - Fabric finishLight bleached denim with an even pale blue wash and subtle vertical weave texture visible across the legs
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.20 · w 0.62 · h 0.64 (high) - Waistband and closureMid-rise waistband with belt loops and a single metal button at center front above a hidden zipper fly
1 region
x 0.31 · y 0.06 · w 0.33 · h 0.12 (high) - Front pocketsStandard five-pocket styling visible: two curved front pockets with a small coin pocket nested in the right front pocket
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.34 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.12 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high) - Stitching and seam detailsSingle-needle topstitching in a slightly darker blue thread along pocket edges, fly, side seams, and hem
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.14 · w 0.55 · h 0.72 (high) - Hem and anklePlain stitched hem finishing that falls just over the top of the shoes with minimal break
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.78 · w 0.60 · h 0.14 (high) - Hardware detailRound metal top button with a darker center and visible rivet at pocket corner
2 regions
x 0.40 · y 0.08 · w 0.07 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.26 · y 0.18 · w 0.03 · h 0.03 (medium) - Model interactionRight hand placed inside right front pocket, left hand relaxed at side touching thigh, showing pocket depth and placement
2 regions
x 0.55 · y 0.06 · w 0.20 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.14 · y 0.14 · w 0.16 · h 0.36 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing lower torso and legs of a model against a plain white background with even soft lighting and minimal shadows.
- View framingCropped view from mid-torso to feet showing jeans front and shoes; upper torso and head are partially cropped out
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and lightingUniform white background with soft diffuse lighting and faint shadow under shoes
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Props and stylingModel wearing a dark gray sleeveless top and black leather slip-on shoes; bracelets visible on left wrist
2 regions
x 0.36 · y 0.02 · w 0.40 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.30 · y 0.80 · w 0.42 · h 0.18 (high)
Colors
light bleached blue· main fabric#C2CEDAcopper bronze· button and rivet#6B6372medium denim blue· topstitching thread#A4BACC- SilhouetteStraight leg trousers with a relaxed straight fit from hip to hem, visible front and outer leg seams, and slight taper at the ankle
- 03

Product
Rear view of a pair of light-bleached straight-fit jeans shown on a model from waist to ankles; visible rear pockets, belt loops, rear yoke, and straight leg drape with light uniform fading.
- Overall silhouetteRear-facing straight-leg jeans shown on a model, with a relaxed straight fall from the hips to the hems and slight break over the shoes.
1 region
x 0.13 · y 0.17 · w 0.74 · h 0.78 (high) - Denim washVery light bleached blue denim with an even, pale faded appearance across seat and legs.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.20 · w 0.66 · h 0.66 (high) - Rear pocketsTwo patch rear pockets with single-line topstitching; left pocket shows a faint stitched arcuate detail.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.28 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.53 · y 0.28 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high) - Waistband and belt loopsVisible waistband with belt loops evenly spaced; double topstitch along waistband seam.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.18 · w 0.56 · h 0.10 (high) - Rear yoke and seamSlight V-shaped rear yoke seam visible above the pockets producing seat shaping.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.22 · w 0.40 · h 0.10 (high) - Leather patchSmall rectangular tan leather patch on the right side of the waistband, partially visible above the pocket; printed detail on patch not legible at this resolution.Partial
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.16 · w 0.08 · h 0.06 (medium) - Hem and cuffStraight single-fold hem with visible topstitching resting on top of the shoes, no visible distressing at hem.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.81 · w 0.52 · h 0.15 (high) - Seat and thigh textureDenim shows a subtle vertical weave texture and uniform pale fading; no pronounced whiskering or tears visible.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.30 · w 0.50 · h 0.45 (high)
Other
Studio rear product shot on a model with plain light background and visible footwear and shirt; even lighting and soft shadowing under shoes.
- Background and stagingPlain light neutral studio background with no props or packaging visible.
- Model stylingModel wearing a dark printed T-shirt partially visible above the waistband; hands placed in front pockets and black leather shoes visible under hems.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.00 · w 0.64 · h 0.25 (high); x 0.28 · y 0.84 · w 0.44 · h 0.15 (high) - Visible text on shirt“HARMONY”
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.04 · w 0.36 · h 0.10 (high) - Lighting and shadowsEven soft frontal lighting with minimal harsh shadows; faint shadow cast on floor by model's legs and shoes.
Colors
pale bleached blue· denim#BCCEE1light beige stitching· stitchingtan leather· waist patch- Overall silhouetteRear-facing straight-leg jeans shown on a model, with a relaxed straight fall from the hips to the hems and slight break over the shoes.
Documents & Data
Q&A
1 answered- What is the exact percentage of cotton and elastane in the denim?
- The Weft Bleached Jean straight fit is made from 98% cotton and 2% elastane, based on the product details from a major retailer listing for the same weft straight fit style [1]. Note that other Only & Sons weft jeans may vary (e.g., the regular fit version is 99% cotton, 1% elastane [2]).