Low tension 14 oz. RHT is the first exclusive BENZAK Japanese fabric, also known as special #1. This denim has been created exclusively for BENZAK by Collect Mills, Kojima. Weighing in at a versatile 14 oz. this is perfect mid-weight denim for all-year-round wear. The construction is slightly looser which exhibits an uneven weaving pattern and subtle slubs. The selvedge id colour is yellow & green, this represents the first stages of indigo dyeing before it becomes the distinctive dark blue colour.

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Heavy slub 16 oz. RHT is woven with slubby yarns. This creates additional comfort as well as contributing towards the interesting high-low contrast fading after wear and wash. ⁠The slubby yarns add depth and character to denim as well as help create more refined contrast fades. Due to the weight and versatile fabric structure the heavy slub needs some break-in time. Once the fabric has eased up, you'll notice an increased range of movement and beautiful fades. Woven by Collect Mills from Kojima, Japan.

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With the super slub 18 oz. RHT we’ve expanded our fabric selection with another class. 18 oz. is our heaviest weight available within the ‘made in Japan’ line, but it’s also the slubbiest fabric we currently offer. Think of our heavy slub 16 oz. RHT fabric on steroids; but unlike its 16 oz. counterpart, the 18 oz. denim offers a surprisingly short break-in time, despite its weight. This is due to the low tension weave, which is also contributing to the irregular structure, especially visible on the inside. This denim is guaranteed to achieve spectacular fading. Woven by Collect Mills from Kojima, Japan.

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Grey cast 13.5 oz. LHT is our left hand twill denim option in the Japanese range. The colour cast, construction and weight are a nod to a vintage rider style denim that goes hand in hand with all these features. Left hand twill is known for its comfort and soft touch, created by the spinning and weaving methods. These fabrics will fade with less sharp contrast, but rather subtle fades over time. Woven by Collect Mills from Kojima, Japan.

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Low tension 12 oz. RHT can be considered a lighter version of our 14 oz. special #1 fabric. It has a similar loose weave construction with irregular yarns, and the same indigo cast has been used for the warp yarns. Besides the obvious weight difference, another main difference can be found in the garment treatment used for all styles made with this fabric; they have received the one-wash treatment, which means the garments have pre-washed in the factory. This reduces the break-in time tremendously, providing a comfortable fit from the very first wear day. When water penetrates cotton fibres, they tend to shrink and stabilize, and become more compact. This, combined with the loss of sizing (starch, that makes the fabric stiff on raw denim), creates a beautiful deep blue colour with hints of lighter tones, that will brighten up further by wear and wash.

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14 oz. double indigo selvedge is characterised by both warp and weft being indigo dyed. This creates a super deep and dark look but will brighten up over time, as the indigo will slowly chip off both sides of the fabric. The construction of this Japanese denim is slightly irregular which creates depth on the surface and becomes more apparent with wear and wash. Double indigo fabrics tend to feel a bit stiffer in comparison with fabrics of the same weight; this is the result of the dyed weft. It might take a bit of time to fully break in this denim, but the evolution of a double indigo fabric is something we’d highly recommend experiencing at least once for any denim head.

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15 oz. vintage indigo selvedge has been exclusively woven by Candiani Denim for BENZAK. We’ve dubbed this fabric the special #2 as it’s the second proprietary BENZAK fabric to enter our main collection. The fabric is a 3x1 right hand twill construction, and the raw vintage indigo colour represents a shade of indigo used for denim during the fifties and sixties. We've developed the special #2 fabric with thicker weft yarns than the warp yarns. This gives the fabric an extra soft interior resulting in additional comfort from the get-go. The selvedge colours are ‘Azurri’ (blue) and ‘Oranje’ (orange). As well as being an aesthetic feature the custom selvedge pays homage to both collaborating companies’ national sports colours, Italy & The Netherlands. It's also a nod towards the long-standing friendship between BENZAK and Candiani.

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Because of its light weight, the 11 oz. neppy selvedge is a perfect contender for anyone looking for a denim suitable for warmer temperatures. However, the main draw to this fabric would be it’s neppy structure. Neps are small pieces of accumulated cotton, that pop out of the surface, and give the denim its unique and irregular structure. This 100% cotton fabric is unwashed and feels stiff and crispy, which will loosen up with wear and wash. It has been woven on a shuttle loom with a wider reach, creating a wider-than-normal selvedge denim. To waste as less fabric as possible in cutting, we are only utilizing the selvedge on the front leg panels, and we’ve cut out the back leg panels from the middle of the fabric; this results in a half-selvedge, half-overlocked outseam construction.

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14 oz. easy fade hemp selvedge has been woven using the same warp yarns as our 14 oz. easy fade LHT selvedge. The indigo that is used to dye the warp is characterised by its ability to fade a lot quicker than any other indigo. This shortens the break-in time and will provide a nicely faded look in a shorter period. The warp of the fabric (which accounts for 63% of the total composition) is entirely made from organic cotton. The undyed weft is spun from a combination hemp and conventional cotton (roughly 55%/45%). Hemp is known for its strength and breathability, and due to its cultivating methods, a lot more sustainable compared to cotton. The inside surface can be slightly rougher, but this only adds to the crispiness of the fabric, accelerating the high contrast fading capabilities even further.

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In honour of our momentous 10-year anniversary, we embarked on a quest to create something truly exceptional, challenging Candiani to craft a denim unlike anything they had ever made before—a denim with a vintage, textured appearance.

When comparing Italian denim to Japanese denim, one notable distinction lies in their character. Italian denim tends to possess a smoother texture due to various post-weave finishes, while Japanese denim fabrics often showcase an uneven, 'wabi-sabi' structure. Both styles have their merits, as personal preference plays a significant role. At BENZAK, we embrace both types of fabrics to maintain a well-rounded denim offering.

For this particular project, we set out to create a denim fabric that would defy preconceived notions of how denim from a specific region should look. To achieve this, we embarked on the development process using the 15.5 oz. RCI selvedge as a base. Its construction already possessed a slightly uneven and low-tension quality, with a classic redcast indigo dye on the warp. We then replaced the weft with that of the 13 oz. brown cotton selvedge to enhance the vintage feel. Because this weft yarn is slightly thinner, the overall weight dropped from 15.5 oz. to 15 oz.

However, the true magic lies in the finishing—or rather, the absence of post-weave finishes. Apart from the necessary sanforization process to prevent excessive shrinkage, this fabric is essentially cut and sewn in its loomstate form. The result is an enchantingly uneven and hairy surface on the outside of the fabric, which turned out to be incredibly appealing.

As the crowning touch, we have finished the selvedge with a gold ID ticker. The selvedge itself is composed of seven threads: two white, three gold, and two white threads once again.

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The indigo dye in the 13 oz. indigo eco selvedge has a beautiful mid-tone hue. Its 13 oz. weight makes for a perfect mid-weight denim for all year-round wear. Candiani has woven this fabric with a unique selvedge colour pattern which stands out from the rest. This fabric provides comfort from the very first wear-day. It has been in our collection since 2017, and in 2022 we were able to upgrade the cotton to a mix of organic and recycled cotton, adding the word ‘eco’ to its name, and making this one of our most sustainable fabrics to date.

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Instead of the regular (off) white colour, the weft of 13 oz. brown cotton selvedge is dyed brown. This will help to create a so-called dirt effect when worn in. This also makes the outside of the fabric appear to be a bit darker which contributes towards characterful high contrasting fades.

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The name of 15.5 oz Kojima selvedge derives from its place of inception. It's a traditional red cast Japanese denim woven at a low tension for extra comfort and breathability. This fabric has a high fading potential; over time the denim will mature into a bright blue hue with indigo nuances. The construction is slubby and uneven. This adds a subtle element of depth to the fabric and contributes to the unique evolution of the denim. It has been the first Japanese fabric ever used in our European made line.

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The name of 15.5 oz. RCI selvedge derives from its place of inception, namely Robecchetto con Induno, the hometown of Candiani Denim. It’s a classic red cast Italian denim woven with less tension creating an uneven structure that will become more apparent with wear and wash. The fabric has a high fading potential, typically found in these vintage-inspired denim constructions. It can be considered as the Italian counterpart of our 15.5 oz. Kojima selvedge. The cotton used for this fabric is 100% organic.

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14 oz. easy fade LHT selvedge is the first left hand twill denim introduced in our European made line. Fabrics with a LHT weave tend to develop a softer texture over time due to wear and washing. In addition to its less conventional weave, another distinctive quality of this fabric is its propensity to fade relatively easily. The warp yarns have been dyed by Candiani using a method in which the yarn's core remains untouched, keeping the indigo confined to the surface. The cotton used for this fabric is 100% organic.

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14 oz. selvedge colour denim is a brand-new program that involves a classic denim construction, available in various colours, that are different from the usual dark indigo tones. This Japanese right hand twill construction has an uneven structure which provides depth to the surface of the fabric. The weft of the fabric is undyed, just like regular denim. It is available in a bright blue colour, a grey melange tone, a classic undyed ecru version, and now also in black. The garments have been pre-washed in the factory for easy wear comfort and each colour has matching tonal stitching, as well as a colour-themed jacron patch, to accompany the fabric.

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14 oz. selvedge colour denim is a brand-new program that involves a classic denim construction, available in various colours, that are different from the usual dark indigo tones. This Japanese right hand twill construction has an uneven structure which provides depth to the surface of the fabric. The weft of the fabric is undyed, just like regular denim. It is available in a bright blue colour, a grey melange tone, a classic undyed ecru version, and now also in black. The garments have been pre-washed in the factory for easy wear comfort and each colour has matching tonal stitching, as well as a colour-themed jacron patch, to accompany the fabric.

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Originally used for both army jackets and pants, we now use this sateen twill for our chinos and overshirts. 10 oz. military twill is available in a variety of colours. Woven by Collect Mills in Japan.

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Originally used for both army jackets and pants, we now use this sateen twill for our chinos and overshirts. 10 oz. military twill is available in a variety of colours. Woven by Collect Mills in Japan.

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Originally used for both army jackets and pants, we now use this sateen twill for our chinos and overshirts. 10 oz. military twill is available in a variety of colours. Woven by Collect Mills in Japan.

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This 13.75 oz. denim looks like an ordinary fabric from the outside, but when you flip it over you can see it’s fully brushed on the inside. This gives the fabric a super soft touch and provides the same comfort and warmth as a flannel fabric. The garments have been pre-washed in the factory to get rid of all the starch, eliminating the break in time.

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The 8.5 oz. sateen twill has been woven in Japan and is a nod to a specific fabric for the US Military Academy (USMA). This sturdy but light-weight cotton sateen serves a great purpose for pants, especially when you’re looking for something below 10 oz. that maintains its shape after multiple wears. The slightly aged look is achieved through reactive dye in combination with a factory rinse wash. It’s a multi-purpose fabric that can be utilized for formal occasions as well as a relaxed weekend day. The 8 oz. ivory herringbone lining fabric doubles also as a shirt fabric in our collection.

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The 8.5 oz. sateen twill has been woven in Japan and is a nod to a specific fabric for the US Military Academy (USMA). This sturdy but light-weight cotton sateen serves a great purpose for pants, especially when you’re looking for something below 10 oz. that maintains its shape after multiple wears. The slightly aged look is achieved through reactive dye in combination with a factory rinse wash. It’s a multi-purpose fabric that can be utilized for formal occasions as well as a relaxed weekend day. The 8 oz. ivory herringbone lining fabric doubles also as a shirt fabric in our collection.

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The 8.5 oz. sateen twill has been woven in Japan and is a nod to a specific fabric for the US Military Academy (USMA). This sturdy but light-weight cotton sateen serves a great purpose for pants, especially when you’re looking for something below 10 oz. that maintains its shape after multiple wears. The slightly aged look is achieved through reactive dye in combination with a factory rinse wash. It’s a multi-purpose fabric that can be utilized for formal occasions as well as a relaxed weekend day. The 8 oz. ivory herringbone lining fabric doubles also as a shirt fabric in our collection.

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The 9.5 oz. military sateen is a tightly woven fabric that will age nicely over time. The sateen weave is used on the outside of the fabric, which gives it a slight shine. These types of fabrics have been first introduced post-WW2 by the US army, and were used through several decades, before being replaced by the camouflaged BDU. Woven by Collect Mills in Japan.

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Duck canvas is characterised by its tight weave and durability. This specific canvas fabric has been woven with two yarns together in the warp and a single yarn in the weft. The word ‘duck’ derives from the Dutch word ‘doek’ (meaning: cloth) and has a history older than blue jeans. Our 9 oz. selvedge duck canvas is light in weight, but strong, and therefore suitable for all-year wear. It has been woven on a shuttle loom with a wider reach, creating a wider-than-normal selvedge denim. To waste as less fabric as possible in cutting, we are only utilizing the selvedge on the front leg panels, and we’ve cut out the back leg panels from the middle of the fabric; this results in a half-selvedge, half-overlocked outseam construction.

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The 11.5 oz. stay-blue hemp selvedge is not made for high contrast fading; in fact, due to its properties it fades slowly and stay dark blue, hence the name. This is especially interesting for garments that you want to keep dark and uniform for certain occasions, or just for a preferred look. The construction of this denim is very similar to our 11 oz. military selvedge denim from two summer seasons ago, but with the cotton weft replaced by hemp. Hemp is known for its strength and breathability, and due to its cultivating methods, a lot more sustainable compared to cotton. The inside surface of hemp fabrics can be slightly rougher, but because we have pre-washed the garments in the factory, this has already been eliminated, resulting in an out-of-the-box comfortable feeling.

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The 12 oz. midnight blue selvedge is a super dark indigo x black denim fabric. Because of its dark appearance (it has an indigo dyed warp and a black weft) the fabric is quite clean and formal looking. However, it has an amazing fading potential because eventually the white core of the indigo dyed yarns will get exposed with wear and wash, creating a super high contrast fading pattern. It might take a bit longer than average, but the end results of these type of fabrics are always stunning.

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The 12.5 oz. mineral brown hemp selvedge is constructed from a blend of cotton and hemp. The warp yarns made of 100% organic cotton and are dyed with a deeply fixed mineral earth colour. The undyed weft is where you can find the hemp, at around two-thirds of its composition, while for the remainder conventional cotton is used. The hemp contributes to an interesting uneven structure and tinted look on the inside.

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The 12.5 oz. natural indigo hemp selvedge is constructed from a blend of cotton and hemp. The warp yarns made of 100% organic cotton and are dyed with a deeply fixed natural indgo. The undyed weft is where you can find the hemp, at around two-thirds of its composition, while for the remainder conventional cotton is used. The hemp contributes to an interesting uneven structure and tinted look on the inside.

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The 12 oz. petrol blue selvedge is a bright petrol blue denim fabric with an ecru weft. The overall appearance of this fabrics is already quite light, which makes this less suitable for contrast fading, but much better at maintaining its original shade.

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This mid-weight Japanese herringbone twill fabric provides versatile usage. Due to the 8 oz. in weight, it can be used for overshirts in summer, and for regular shirts in winter. This means you can get the most out of it all year. The cotton used for this fabric is 100% organic which adds to its sustainable character. The corozo buttons used to accompany this fabric are dyed to match its specific colour.

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This mid-weight Japanese herringbone twill fabric provides versatile usage. Due to the 8 oz. in weight, it can be used for overshirts in summer, and for regular shirts in winter. This means you can get the most out of it all year. The cotton used for this fabric is 100% organic which adds to its sustainable character. The corozo buttons used to accompany this fabric are dyed to match its specific colour.

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This mid-weight Japanese herringbone twill fabric provides versatile usage. Due to the 8 oz. in weight, it can be used for overshirts in summer, and for regular shirts in winter. This means you can get the most out of it all year. The cotton used for this fabric is 100% organic which adds to its sustainable character. The corozo buttons used to accompany this fabric are dyed to match its specific colour.

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This mid-weight Japanese herringbone twill fabric provides versatile usage. Due to the 8 oz. in weight, it can be used for overshirts in summer, and for regular shirts in winter. This means you can get the most out of it all year. The cotton used for this fabric is 100% organic which adds to its sustainable character. The corozo buttons used to accompany this fabric are dyed to match its specific colour.

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The 8 oz. tinted denim is inspired by vintage US military denim fabrics and gets it dark tone from the tinted weft yarns. We’re now using this light-weight denim exclusively for shirting. It’s soft yet durable and suitable for both work and leisure. Woven by Collect Mills in Japan.

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The 10 oz. tinted denim is a heavier version of our 8 oz. tinted denim. It’s inspired by vintage US military denim fabrics and gets it dark tone from the tinted weft yarns. This weight is suitable for garments that need a bit more heft, like overshirts and jackets. It has been pre-washed in factory for a soft and comfortable wear from the moment you put it on. Woven by Collect Mills in Japan.

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Ripstop fabrics are characterised by their reinforced construction and light-weight properties. These two elements make them resistant to tearing and ripping while maintaining their durability and versatile functionality. It’s woven with thicker yarns at intervals of a couple of millimetres in both warp and weft direction; this creates the distinct visible crosshatch pattern. Ripstop fabrics are commonly constructed from synthetic fibres; however, our version is 100% cotton, which increases its breathability, creating a more comfortable wearing experience.

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Ripstop fabrics are characterised by their reinforced construction and light-weight properties. These two elements make them resistant to tearing and ripping while maintaining their durability and versatile functionality. It’s woven with thicker yarns at intervals of a couple of millimetres in both warp and weft direction; this creates the distinct visible crosshatch pattern. Ripstop fabrics are commonly constructed from synthetic fibres; however, our version is 100% cotton, which increases its breathability, creating a more comfortable wearing experience.

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The 9.5 oz. military sateen is a tightly woven fabric that will age nicely over time. The sateen weave is used on the outside of the fabric, which gives it a slight shine. These types of fabrics have been first introduced post-WW2 by the US army, and were used through several decades, before being replaced by the camouflaged BDU. Woven by Collect Mills in Japan.

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Wool mosser fabrics are characterised by a moss-like, fluffy construction woven as a twill. They can be thick and heavy, yet fuzzy due to the wool fibres. Our 14 oz. dark navy wool mosser fabric has a super soft touch and keeps you warm at colder days. It’s very easy to wear and doesn’t need any break-in time. It has been woven by Collect Mills in Japan.

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BT-06 is a vintage-inspired crew neck tee with gussets at both front and back neck. The jersey used for this relaxed tee is super heavy for extra durability. The body is spacious, and the sleeves are a bit longer, which makes it a great tee for both layering and as a single top during warmer months.

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BT-06 is a vintage-inspired crew neck tee with gussets at both front and back neck. The jersey used for this relaxed tee is super heavy for extra durability. The body is spacious, and the sleeves are a bit longer, which makes it a great tee for both layering and as a single top during warmer months.

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BT-06 is a vintage-inspired crew neck tee with gussets at both front and back neck. The jersey used for this relaxed tee is super heavy for extra durability. The body is spacious, and the sleeves are a bit longer, which makes it a great tee for both layering and as a single top during warmer months.

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BT-06 is a vintage-inspired crew neck tee with gussets at both front and back neck. The jersey used for this relaxed tee is super heavy for extra durability. The body is spacious, and the sleeves are a bit longer, which makes it a great tee for both layering and as a single top during warmer months.

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BT-06 is a vintage-inspired crew neck tee with gussets at both front and back neck. The jersey used for this relaxed tee is super heavy for extra durability. The body is spacious, and the sleeves are a bit longer, which makes it a great tee for both layering and as a single top during warmer months.

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The BS-09 is a heavy-weight crew neck sweater suitable for all-year-round wearing. The French terry fabric weighs in at 500 gsm, this makes for a cosy and functional addition to your wardrobe. The sleeves feature a raglan construction which allows better movement. Both front and back neck are installed with a gusset; this functional design feature pays homage to vintage sportswear and makes it easier to pull the sweater over one’s head.

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The BS-09 is a heavy-weight crew neck sweater suitable for all-year-round wearing. The French terry fabric weighs in at 500 gsm, this makes for a cosy and functional addition to your wardrobe. The sleeves feature a raglan construction which allows better movement. Both front and back neck are installed with a gusset; this functional design feature pays homage to vintage sportswear and makes it easier to pull the sweater over one’s head.

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