Edwin
Medium-Blue Aomori Jean Tapered Fit
Medium-blue Aomori tapered jeans from Edwin at Le 31, made in Japan from ultra-comfortable stretch cotton denim. They feature a five-pocket design with a mid-rise waist and straight-to-tapered legs, finished with contrast topstitching and a tan leather patch at the back waistband.
- Color
- Medium-Blue
- Material
- Ultra comfortable stretch cotton
- Gender
- male
- Style
- tapered, casual, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants
Color
Specifications
Dark-blue Japanese denim jeans with tapered fit and 5-pocket design.
Ultra comfortable stretch cotton, made in Japan, 5-pocket design, tapered fit.
- Color
- Medium-Blue · blue
- Material
- Ultra comfortable stretch cotton
- Secondary
- elastane
- Style
- tapered, casual, classic
- Occasion
- casual, everyday
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants
Additional Attributes
- Dark-blue Japanese denim
- Tapered fit
- 5-pocket design
- Ultra comfortable stretch cotton
- Made in Japan
- Medium-blue wash
- Aomori denim from Japan
Product Insights
The Edwin Medium-Blue Aomori Jean Tapered Fit ($228 CAD) is a Japanese-made stretch denim jean in 11oz cotton-polyurethane that prioritizes comfort and shape retention, sacrificing heavyweight fades for instant wear and reusable shape after cold washes. Its uniform, fast-developing fades with softer creases are typical of lightweight stretch denim, requiring cold inside-out washing every 5-10 wears. The shade is deep medium blue (not dark-blue as sometimes described), and the 'Aomori' name refers to indigo color, not origin. Value-wise, it offers Japanese construction at a price between N&F and Momotaro.
Verified claims
- Shape retention
- Waist and seat recover after cold wash; tapered shape stays for multiple wears.
- Denim tradeoff
- Stretch denim sacrifices heavyweight fades for instant comfort and shape retention.
- Value
- At 228 CAD, it offers Japanese construction and lightweight stretch, priced between N&F ($198) and Momotaro ($300+).
- Care
- Optimal fading requires cold inside-out washing every 5-10 wears, no softener, and air drying.
- Material
- 11oz 98% cotton 2% polyurethane denim: comfortable wear with minimal bagging
- Heritage
- Japanese-made with a heritage of shuttle-loom and stonewashing innovations.
- Shade accuracy
- Shade is deep medium blue, not as dark as Dark-blue suggests.
- Fade progression
- Medium-blue wash develops high-contrast fades with wear and washing.
- Name meaning
- 'Aomori' translates to 'blue forest,' a reference to indigo color, not origin.
- Comfort
- Eliminates break-in discomfort but fades are less pronounced than heavyweight raw denim.
- All-day stretch comfort
- The stretch denim keeps the tapered leg from collapsing into an elastic waistband feel through long periods of sitting.
- Tapered fit
- Buyers report the tapered cut provides a balanced fit with enough room not to feel baggy.
- Lightweight Japanese denim
- The jeans use an 11 oz lightweight Japanese denim that balances durability and comfort.
Product record
- Title
- Medium-Blue Aomori Jean Tapered Fit
- Brand
- Edwin
- Price
- 228 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a male model wearing medium-blue denim jeans with a straight-to-tapered leg and a taupe pullover hooded sweatshirt with a kangaroo pocket; white low-top sneakers are visible on the feet.
- Jeans silhouetteStraight-to-tapered full-length denim trousers seen from the front with a mid-rise waist, visible fly seam, and natural creasing/fading on the front thighs and knees.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.44 · w 0.51 · h 0.47 (high) - Denim finishMedium-blue indigo wash with lighter faded whiskering at the upper thighs and subtle vertical texture from denim weave.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.48 · w 0.44 · h 0.28 (high) - Waist and fly areaVisible waistband and central fly seam; topstitching is visible around the fly and pocket area.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.40 · w 0.24 · h 0.09 (high) - Hem and leg openingLeg openings fall over the tops of the shoes with a slight bunching at the hems, indicating standard-length inseam.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.86 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high) - Hoodie shapeRelaxed-fit pullover hoodie with long set-in sleeves, dropped shoulders, a roomy hood, and a front kangaroo pocket; model's hands are partially inserted into the pocket.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.40 (high) - Hood fabric and finishMatte, medium-weight knit fabric with visible seam at the hood rim and ribbed hem at the waist and cuffs.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.22 (high) - Chest emblemSmall circular emblem on the left chest in a reddish-orange color containing a few small characters or marks that are not fully legible in this image.Partial
1 region
x 0.54 · y 0.18 · w 0.08 · h 0.07 (high) - ShoesWhite low-top lace-up sneakers with a slightly chunky sole and visible laces tied on top.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.86 · w 0.34 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio product shot with a plain light grey background, even soft lighting, and the model centered in a full-body frame; minimal shadows visible on the floor behind the feet.
- Shot compositionFull-body front-facing studio shot showing the model from head to toe, centered horizontally with headroom above.
- BackgroundUniform light grey background with no visible props or additional elements.
- Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffused frontal lighting with faint shadow visible under the shoes and slight shadowing on the model's left side.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution photo with sharp detail on fabrics and stitch lines; no obvious compression artifacts.
Colors
medium blue denim· jeans#535C6Btaupe grey· hoodie#8A7E79reddish orange· chest emblemwhite· shoes#C4C4C3- Jeans silhouetteStraight-to-tapered full-length denim trousers seen from the front with a mid-rise waist, visible fly seam, and natural creasing/fading on the front thighs and knees.
- 02
Product
Front view of a pair of medium-dark tapered jeans worn on a model from waist to shoes, showing front pockets, fly area, whiskering/fade details, side seams, and hem over sneakers.
- Overall silhouetteTapered straight-leg jeans narrowing from thigh to ankle, shown on a wearer with the hem resting on the tops of low white sneakers.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.12 · w 0.68 · h 0.82 (high) - Waistband and flyVisible waistband with belt loops and a centered front fly; the fly area shows a vertical seam and contrast topstitching.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.12 · w 0.34 · h 0.14 (high) - Front pocketsPartially visible curved front pockets at each hip with visible pocket openings and slightly darker pocket bags inside the openings.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.18 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high) - Denim surface finishMedium-dark indigo denim with localized faded whiskering at the upper thighs and subtle vertical fade lines along the front of the legs.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.26 · w 0.44 · h 0.50 (high) - Side seams and outseamsVisible side seams running down the outer legs with contrast stitching that follows the leg contour to the hem.
2 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.26 · w 0.08 · h 0.55 (medium); x 0.78 · y 0.26 · w 0.08 · h 0.55 (medium) - Hem detailStandard folded hem with visible stitching; hem sits slightly creased where it contacts the sneakers.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.80 · w 0.52 · h 0.16 (high) - Stitching colorContrast topstitching in a warm tan/golden color visible along pocket edges, fly, waistband and seams.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.12 · w 0.40 · h 0.70 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing the model from mid-torso to feet against a light neutral background; model wears a taupe sweatshirt and white sneakers which are visible but not part of the product description; soft even lighting and minimal shadowing.
- BackgroundPlain light grey studio background with no visible props or graphics.
- Model and stylingModel is wearing a taupe/grey pullover sweatshirt and white low-top sneakers; hands are relaxed at sides and the jeans are worn with the waistband visible under the sweatshirt hem.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.02 · w 0.76 · h 0.24 (high); x 0.22 · y 0.86 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, diffused lighting producing gentle shadows beneath the hem and sneakers and subtle highlights on the denim fades.
- Image framingVertical crop centered on the front of the legs from just below the sweatshirt hem down to the floor; ankles and shoes included.
Colors
medium indigo blue· denim body#444B5Cgolden tan· topstitching#6B7483- Overall silhouetteTapered straight-leg jeans narrowing from thigh to ankle, shown on a wearer with the hem resting on the tops of low white sneakers.
- 03
Product
Rear view of medium-blue denim jeans on a model showing back yoke, two back pockets with arcuate stitching, waistband with belt loops and a small tan patch at the right rear, and tapered legs falling over white sneakers.
- View and fitRear-facing full-length view of jeans worn by a model; legs appear tapered with the hem resting on the top of the shoes.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.78 (high) - Back pocketsTwo patch-style back pockets placed symmetrically on the seat, each with a curved arcuate stitch pattern in contrasting thread.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.17 · w 0.40 · h 0.16 (high) - Waistband and belt loopsVisible waistband with belt loops at the rear; center back seam visible from waistband down the seat.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.13 · w 0.44 · h 0.08 (high) - Leather patchSmall rectangular tan patch at the right rear of the waistband, positioned above the pocket.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.14 · w 0.07 · h 0.04 (medium) - Denim texture and washMedium-blue denim with subtle vertical grain and lighter worn whiskering and fading on the seat, thighs, and back of knees.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.20 · w 0.56 · h 0.64 (high) - TopstitchingContrasting topstitching in a warm orange tone around pockets, yoke, waistband, and outer leg seams.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.14 · w 0.52 · h 0.70 (high) - Hem and leg openingStraight hem with slight bunching over the shoes; inner leg seams visible near the ankle.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.74 · w 0.52 · h 0.20 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model from mid-back to feet against a plain light-gray background; model wears a long-sleeve top and white sneakers; even diffuse lighting with soft shadow under feet.
- Background and stagingPlain light-gray seamless background with no visible props other than the model; floor and backdrop meet near the lower third of the image.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Model and clothing as propsModel wearing a long-sleeve top tucked slightly into the waistband and white low-top sneakers that interact with the jeans' hem.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.02 · w 0.92 · h 0.96 (high) - Lighting and shadowsEven, diffuse studio lighting producing soft shadows beneath the shoes and subtle highlights on the denim grain.
- Image framingImage is vertically framed and cropped to show model from lower back to feet; hands and sleeves partially visible at top edges.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
Colors
medium denim blue· denim body#535A6Cwarm orange· topstitchingtan· waist patch- View and fitRear-facing full-length view of jeans worn by a model; legs appear tapered with the hem resting on the top of the shoes.
Variants
8 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4445114 | Medium-Blue Aomori Jean Tapered Fit - Blue - 29 | CA$228.00 | Yes |
| 4292837 | Medium-Blue Aomori Jean Tapered Fit - Blue - 30 | CA$228.00 | Yes |
| 4445115 | Medium-Blue Aomori Jean Tapered Fit - Blue - 31 | CA$228.00 | Yes |
| 4292838 | Medium-Blue Aomori Jean Tapered Fit - Blue - 32 | CA$228.00 | Yes |
| 4445116 | Medium-Blue Aomori Jean Tapered Fit - Blue - 33 | CA$228.00 | Yes |
| 4292839 | Medium-Blue Aomori Jean Tapered Fit - Blue - 34 | CA$228.00 | Yes |
| 4292840 | Medium-Blue Aomori Jean Tapered Fit - Blue - 36 | CA$228.00 | Yes |
| 4292841 | Medium-Blue Aomori Jean Tapered Fit - Blue - 38 | CA$228.00 | Yes |
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
1 total1 reviews · out of 5
Great Jeans
Perfect balance of fit and comfort - not too baggy but cut well enough to give some room, even with the fact that they're "tapered"