Jeans fading is usually cool, but not for fans of black jeans. The idea that they lose their dark edge and fade to an off-black or dark grey isn't cool at all. Buck Mason fixed that problem. Their new and improved black denim is made in the US from yarn-dyed, Japanese denim which is then dyed again once the jeans are assembled. The result is a pair of jeans that will stay pitch-black forever.

$135 by Buck Mason

No one beats up their clothes quite like a skater. Levi's Skateboarding collection mixes classic styling with superior construction, comfort and durability. The collection's version of the popular 511 slim fit jeans look like your standard jean but are made from a blend of cotton, lycra (for stretch) and Cordura nylon (for enhanced durability and abrasion resistance). There are extra stitches sewn into seams for sturdiness, meaning these jeans will take anything you put them through.

$79.50 by Levi's

There has definitely been lightweight denim before. But often, it was a little too lightweight (like something better suited for a Mom's capri pants) or simply didn't look and feel like actual denim. Leave it to the denim masters at Taylor Stitch to finally nail the lightweight jeans we desperately want going into the warmer months. The brand worked with Japan's 110-year-old Kurabo mill to craft this exclusive 10 oz denim that starts out polished and dark but will age and texture with each wear and wash.

$148 / $118 by Taylor Stitch