This is Blaumann’s take on the chino: cut slightly higher at the waistband and with a slightly tapered leg. The fabric, woven by Kindermann in Germany, is a textured twill with a distinctive twill pattern. It is a so-called yarn-dyed fabric, in which dyed warp and weft threads are woven together. You can recognize this on the inside by the white selvage edge, which would no longer be visible if the woven fabric had been overdyed. Side pockets with a classic opening, a small coin pocket, and inset piped back pockets hold small everyday items. The side and back pockets feature an additional decorative seam. The chinos fasten with a button placket and button. The belt loops are wide, so they can accommodate (and are best suited for) correspondingly wide belts.

Künzelsau in Hohenlohe was once a jeans hub until a major player in the industry ceased production there. Four friends—Christian Hampel, Guido Wetzels, Peter Bättig, and Gerd Walz—have revived this tradition. In 2013, they founded the Blaumann jeans manufacturer with the goal of producing durable goods rather than chasing fleeting trends. What began with pants has since expanded to include shirts and vests—and classic fabrics like corduroy have joined the denim lineup.

However, compromising on materials is still out of the question at Blaumann. The fabrics—genuine Japanese denim and corduroy from a specialized German mill—meet the highest standards. Components such as threads, buttons, and leather labels also come from Germany. The craftsmanship is beyond reproach as well. The result is clothing full of character that, through daily movement, wear, and use, evolves into deeply personal companions.