Erd Straight Leg Jeans​

Erd Straight Leg Jeans​

A cold, linear reduction of form that offers no compromise, the Erd Straight Leg Jeans project a quiet aura of studied neglect. Treated with a faded grey-brown wash, this pair captures the look of a garment dragged through an artist’s studio, covered in the accidental residue of creation and decay. It stands as a physical expression of apathy, tailored for those who reject the bright noise of modern consumerism.

Observing the construction reveals a series of hand-finished, deliberate imperfections. Cut in a classic straight-leg profile, these charcoal-grey trousers feature subtle white paint splatters scattered across the front thighs and back legs. Localized distress marks, micro-tears near the lower knee, frayed pocket rims, and an oil-grime shadow across the seat are paired with a dark tonal leather logo patch and silver-tone metallic hardware.

Spun from heavy, heirloom-grade 100% cotton denim, the heavy-gauge material possesses an unyielding density built to outlast fleeting trends. Offered in an oversized unisex fit accommodating sizes S, M, L, and XL, the construction features a sturdy metallic button fly, structural belt loops, and a classic five-pocket configuration. Preserve the specialized hand-applied paint accents and washed patina by reviewing our complete guide on garment care.

Founded in 2012 by conceptual artist Henri Alexander Levy, Enfants Riches Déprimés—translating from French to “Depressed Rich Kids”—collides 1970s French avant-garde tailoring with raw punk nihilism. ERD creates isolating, hyper-exclusive objects, refusing the very idea of accessibility, mass production, or commercial validation.

Crafted across Los Angeles (USA), Italy, and Japan.

A rigid silhouette, marked by the residue of existence.

Specifications Brand · Enfants Riches Déprimés Design · Paint-splattered and distressed straight-leg denim jeans Colour · Washed Charcoal Grey / Faded Olive-Grey with white paint splatters Style · Straight-leg denim / 5-pocket jeans Material · 100% Cotton (heavyweight denim) Fit/Hardware · Oversized unisex fit; metallic button fly & branded rivets; belt loops Details · Hand-applied white paint splatters, subtle leg abrasions, oil-wash staining, dark leather rear patch Made in · Los Angeles (USA), Italy, and Japan Production · Strictly limited micro-batch, individually hand-finished Price · $200.00 (was $300.00) Size · S, M, L, XL

Care Instructions (Canvas/Printed) Hand wash cold inside out or spot clean with a soft cloth to safeguard the hand-applied paint splatters and subtle distressing. Air dry in shade. Do not machine wash, tumble dry, or iron over paint-splattered or distressed sections. See full garment care.

FAQ

• What material are the Erd Straight Leg Jeans made from? They are constructed from heavy-gauge 100% cotton denim engineered for exceptional durability and long-term wear.

• What specific design details are featured on this pair? This model features a washed charcoal-grey base, hand-applied white paint splatters, localized knee abrasions, and a dark leather waistband patch.

• How should I clean and care for these paint-splattered jeans? We advise hand washing cold inside out or spot cleaning, followed by air drying in the shade to preserve the paint details and washed patina.

• Where are Enfants Riches Déprimés garments produced? In accordance with brand standards, production takes place in strictly limited micro-batches across specialized ateliers in Los Angeles (USA), Italy, and Japan.

• Are these jeans mass-produced? No, all ERD pieces are created in strictly limited micro-batches with individual hand-finishing, ensuring each pair remains hyper-exclusive.

Style it with: Erd Mudwash Wide Leg Jeans​