This year, we’re bringing you a break down of all of our favorite weekend getaways. Because what’s a Summer Friday good for without a place to escape?

With Memorial Day Weekend upon us, we’re getting ready to get out of the city, beat the heat and hit the beach! And while The Hamptons are a classic, these days we’re all about Montauk. This surf town on the eastern end of Long Island is known for its killer surf and easy-going spirit. Here’s our list of where to go and what to wear

1. Surf Lodge

This hotel and bar is the perfect antidote for a long week spent working in the big city. Known for its raw, untouched coastline, this is the place to let off some steam this summer. With a chilled out vibe and notorious parties, this is a resting place for locals, city-dwellers and artists alike. At night, the outdoor space is ignited with beach bonfires and good music—so kick off your sandals and enjoy!

2. Ruschmeyers

This “summer camp for adults” was originally built in 1952 on three acres of lush, lakeside woodland in Montauk, and was used as a camp for kids for years. It’s been recently transformed into a chic, balsa-wood-infused destination where all the cool kids from the city flock for good drinks and dancing all summer long. They even have a giant teepee—perfect for hanging with your pals—but we smell a great photo op…

3. What To Wear

Now that you know where to go, the more important matter at hand is what to wear! Since Montauk is known for it’s laid back attitude, follow suit with your wardrobe. Pack a slew of cut-off denim shorts, like our Cut Off in Distressed Light or our Relaxed Cut Off Short in Army Green. Paired with a tee and sunnies and you’re set for the perfect daytime look in the sun. For night, opt for cool, light denim like our Zipper Chino in Tencil Denim with our Pleated Collar Tank for the perfect dressed-up-but-laid-back look.

So this summer, choose to get out of the city and take the train to Montauk for a little R&R and beach time. You can thank us later!

Shop our entire collection for more summertime staples here. 

From wedding dresses to doilies, lace has a way of softening up anything it adorns. This season it’s being combined with vintage washed denim in a wau that juxtaposes hard and sodt, feminine and functional. The process of creating The Skinny in Embellished Metallic Denim is about as intricate as the lace pattern that emblazoned down the front panel of the pants itself. The result is an attention grabbing pair of jeans with a metallic sheen that radiates depth and texture while illuminating any look.

STEP 1

The front panels of the skinny jeans in their raw denim form are cut drom the pant and sent off to an embroidery house so the lace pattern can be applied. The embroidery process take approximately 6 hours to complete both panels. There are a total of 240,00 stitches on each leg.

STEP 2

The panels arrive back at the facotry and are constructed back onto the Skinny jeans, then send off to the washhouse to undergo a 45 minute stone washing and 10 minute bleach process, in order to achieve a vintage look. The previously raw denim is now 10 times lighter than when it started.

STEP 3

Once the jeans dry, a metallic foil heat trasnfer is apploed to the top od the lace. It;s laid on top of each leg and pit into a heat transfer. The heat seals in the metallic coating and is particularly noticeable on the more raised parts of the lace.

FABRIC

A heavy, super stretch denim is used in the construction of this style so that is can withstand being embroidered without puckering.

PATTERN

The custom designed lace pattern was inspired by Gros Point de Venise lace, which was seen all over the Spring 2013 runways.

TEXTURE

The light pearl coating brings out more depth and texture in the lace and denim. Texture is a major trend for 7 For All Mankind as it brings a fresh, fashion-forward feel to denim.

Get more insider tips and trend reports from our newest issue od Denim Dossier here. And while you’re at it, enter to win $10,000 cash before it’s too late.

It’s inevitable that once the weather warms up, those trusty denim cutoffs or cool cotton shorts quickly get put into heavy rotation. But shorts are more than just a part of your beach cover up or a worm in weekend knock around, they can make a statement and inspire your entire look. We tapped a few of our favorite bloggers to show us how they plan to flaunt their legs this season. From a romantic bohemian to a vintage-loving beach babe, it’s clear that these girls are anything but short on personal style.

Annabelle from Viva Luxury
Josephina Cut Off Shorts

7FAM: What key pieces do you use to transition you look for summer?
Annabelle: I mix in fun prints like bold stripes or pretty florals, which in my opinion, gives any outfot a summer appropriate feeling.

7FAM: What are your 3 summer beauty staples?
Annabelle: Estee Lauder Broze Goddess Bronzer in Light, Sephora Retractable Waterproof Eyeliner & Fresh Lip Treatment.

Jacey from Damsel In Dior
Coated Black Tencil Shorts

7FAM: What key pieces do you use to transition you look for summer?
Jacey: A good chambray shirt can easily transform any look by offering an added layer of warmth. I love throwing mine on over dresses or shorts.

7FAM: What are your 3 summer beauty staples?
Jacey: Arcona Sunsations Mineral Makeup, Tarte Mascara & SkinCeuticals Sheer Physical UV Defense with SPF 50.

Zarna from Zarna’s Runway
Tencil Denim Shorts

7FAM: What key pieces do you use to transition you look for summer?
Zarna: Paper thin T-shirts, breezy skirts, lightweight blazers and turquoise jewelry over everything.

7FAM: What are your 3 summer beauty staples?
Zarna: Aveeno sunscreen, Bright Nail Polish – OPI Monsooner or Later and Essie In The Cab-ana & Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer.

Sophie from Angel Food Style
Relaxed Mini Roll Up Shorts

7FAM: What key pieces do you use to transition you look for summer?
Sophie: My wide-brimmed, brown floppy hat transitions seamlessly from chillier days into summer weather.

7FAM: What are your 3 summer beauty staples?
Sophie: Tarte Mineral Powder Bronzer in Park Avenue Princess, Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation & Stila Convertible Color in Lilium.

See more from our newest volume of Denim Dossier right here! Get exclusive tips from Madonna’s stylist and see how what trends we’re totally digging this season. BONUS: Enter to win $10,000 cash while you’re at it!

Spring has finally sprung, which means it is officially time to trade in your wool coat for a lighter jacket and welcome the warm weather. The denim jacket – a long-standing wardrobe staple – is the perfect substitute for the transitional weather.

Perfect over a dress or with a pair of printed jeans like our Cropped Slim Cigarette in Black and White Gloss, you just can’t go wrong with a jacket this light and casual.

Check out how our blog crush – Aimee Song of Song of Style –rocks her Vintage 7 Collection Denim Jacket. Loving how she mixed gold accessories with the dainty details of the embellishment of our Vintage 7 Denim Jacket with Pearl Embellishment in Light Destroyed. Topped with a bold lip and loose waves, her beauty look matches the effortlessly cool vibe of her outfit.

BONUS: Put a pep in your springtime step with our latest round up of tunes.

Be sure to check back on our blog next week when we discuss our newest issue of Denim Dossier. And don’t forget to enter to win $10,000 before time runs outs!

Why We Love It: Our California roots mean that we love a laid back look when we see one. Right now, we’re digging the Army Green, military trend as the perfect balance to tradition blue denim. Even paired with a pattern or a tee, this hue is a nice substitute for denim when you want to keep things casual.

Where We’ve Seen It: The blogger scene has been chock full of camouflage, military-inspired jackets and Army Green all season long. A few of our faves, like Chiarra Ferrigni of The Blonde Salad to Ahn Sundstrom of 9 To 5 Chic have both rocked 7 For All Mankind in their pursuit of military chic.

How We’re Doing It: Since the color and theme is a little rugged, we’d to pair these Slim Illusions in Army Green with softer elements. The Double Zipper Blouse in Blanc de Blanc is drapey enough to off-set the toughness of the pants while the Denim Jacket with Pearls in Light Destroyed adds a feminine touch. Top off the look with a polished accessory like the Skinny Belt in Nude. Now forward march! Your look is street-chic ready.

Also be sure to check out our Marching Orders Pinterest board for more inspiration behind this trend. And while you’re at is, try your luck at winning $10,000 CASH by filling out this form for a chance to win. Stick around to check out Denim Dossier Volume 4 for more blogger looks and trend alerts!

Why We Love It: There’s something about a pair of cotton chinos that just screams “summer”! We love the way these pants can be either dressed up or keep things casual. Their not-quite-trousers aesthetic will keep you feeling fine through the fall.

Where We’ve Seen It: Everywhere from the beach to the office, these pants can multi-task like few other pieces can. Rolled up with a white tee and a pair of fresh kicks is a perfect look for a Saturday in the park. But with a button-down shirt and a pair of desert boots, you’re meeting-ready.

How We’re Doing It: One of our favorite style bloggers, Justin Livingston from Scout Sixteen recently rocked our Chino in Mellow Yellow and we loved the laid-back look he achieved. Paired with a loosely fitted Henley and a woven fedora, this outfit is oh-so-spring ready. We also love how he cuffed them to expose a fun, multi-colored sock. Bonus points!

So don’t skip Spring’s quintessential twills. Make an entrance in any one of these pants (or shorts!) this season. Check out our Chino Shop here.

And for more blogger style and to enter to win $10,000 cash, check out Denim Dossier Volume 4 here.

It’s that time again! The who’s who in music, art and fashion are all packing up and shipping out to Cali for Coachella and we couldn’t be more excited.  Festival fashion is super laid back, and represents that Cali-cool vibe that 7 For All Mankind has always been all about. So naturally, putting together a hit list of the most coveted items for this year’s extravaganza was a given. Read on for our ultimate packing list!

1. Distressed shorts. There is simply no better way to get down and dirty at Coachella than in a pair of Vintage 7 shorts. Let’s face it –it’s going to be HOT! So shed the pants and bare those legs, ladies!

2. SPF. Speaking of the weather…don’t forget to use protection—UV protection that is! We love 3LAB’s Perfect Sunscreen SPF 55 ($40 here).

3. Endless mobile power. Enter: Mophie, our fave little travel essential that lets you keep your phone charged for more than twice its battery life. It’s like an outlet in your purse! And c’mon, we both know that you’ll need all the the juice you can get to keep those concert Instagrams coming. Get one here.

4. A henley tank. Remember that Indio is located in the middle of the desert. The best rule to go by this weekend: the lighter your clothes, the more fun you will have. Throw on our Color Blocked Denim Henley in Indigo to keep cool.

5. Dry shampoo. Don’t be that high maintenance girl this weekend. Especially if you’re camping, skip the hair wash and opt for a good spritz of dry shampoo. We’re using Sachajuan’s Travel Size Dry Shampoo ($13 here).

MUSIC BONUS

This year’s lineup is so rad (especially stoked for Grimes and TNGHT!) that we couldn’t help but compile the most rockin’ playlist this side of Indio. Get to jamming below and take this hand-curated Spotify playlist on the go!

Get more trend essentials for the season and enter to win $10,000 with our latest issue of Denim Dossier here. And don’t forget to shop the entire Vintage 7 Collection for even more festival-appropriate fashion. See you in Indio!

What story do your jeans tell? Whether they’ve been naturally worn in or distressed using a simple set of kitchen tools, it’s the details in vintage denim that makes it special. Inspired by the Vintage 7 Collection, here is the DIY approach to distressing denim. Of course, if an at home project isn’t for you, you can always pick up a pair from the Vintage 7 Collection and claim the work as your own!

Here’s how to create your own distressed masterpiece.

TOOLS NEEDED

Dremel

Safety Glasses

Nail File

Sand Paper

Pumice Stone

X-acto Knife

Scissors

Binder Clips

Brick or Paperweight

Step 1: Distressing

Begin by using the dremel on the top of the front pockets to get small holes and nicks. This would also work by using a knife to open up the fabric, followed by some light abrasion with sandpaper. Repeat this technique on the top of the back pockets and the back, bottom hem. These spots are where jeans would naturally wear over time.

TIP: For these small spots, you can also use a pumice stone or nail file to create authentic looking distress marks.

Note: You may also need to hold the denim in place with a brick or paperweight while using a dremel, which can sometimes cause the fabric to get tangles if not anchored down securely.

Step 2: Kneehole

To get a knee hole that looks like it’s been gradually worn through, first measure exactly where the hole will be by running a tape measure down the inseam starting from the rise to 11 ½ inches down (this will be the center of the hole). Lightly mark the measure point with chalk. Anchor the pant legs down with bricks or something heavy, so the material is taught and won’t get caught in the dremel. Slowly eat away at the top layer of the denim (also called the “warp”) until the white yarns underneath (called the “weft”) start showing through. Try tea staining the weft threads so that they have that worn in vintage feel.

TIP: Washing and drying the jeans after this process will clean away the denim fuzz that sits on top and the hole will look cleaner and worm in.

Step 3: Whiskering

The whiskering on the upper thigh area comes from years of standing and sitting, but to create them, simply make 3 little accordion-style pleats near the upper thigh, keep them in place by clipping them with binder clips. Then, lightly graze the top of each fold with a piece of chalk to mark where you will be distressing. Release the clips and start running sand paper over where the chalk marks are. Creases with will become white depending on how much you sand them.

TIP: Fold your sandpaper into a small square so it’s easier to control and more effectively distresses the denim.

“The key to distressing is to make everything look as authentic as possible and emulate the natural wear you would find with a pair of vintage jeans.”

-Jennifer Garcia, Women’s Denim Designer

Some of our favorite distressed denim inspiration comes from the Vintage 7 Collection. Pieces like the Josephina in Light Blue Destroyed and the Slimmy for guys in Ocean Mist are two perfect examples. Browse and shop the whole collection here.

Why we love it: A long standing wardrobe staple, stripes returned with a bang this season.

Where we’ve seen it: Bold pairings like black and white, Railroad Stripes and mismatched hues peppered runways from Altuzarra to Prada to Thakoon.

How we’re doing it: Our Cropped Slim Cigarette in Black and White Gloss from our Spring Collection is stealing the show this season. From the glossy pages of NYLON, to the click-frenzied world of fashion blogs (as seen below on Blaire from Atlantic-Pacific and Helena from Brooklyn Blonde) these jeans are anything from ordinary.

So this season, whether you choose vertical, horizontal, bold or muted, this is a trend too hot to miss.

Get more of our favorite looks for Spring in Denim Dossier Volume 4 here. And while you’re there, don’t forget to enter to win a whopping $10,000 cash from 7 For All Mankind. It’s as simple as black and white—click here to fill out the entry form.

Trend Alert: Lace

Why we love it: Whether as an accent or the main event, lace was all over the runways this season. This classic can be dressed up as easily as it can be worn casually and can make any outfit look way luxe. Here’s our take on the three best ways to bring this trend to life this spring.

Where we’ve seen it: From Stella McCartney to Dolce & Gabanna to Oscar De La Renta, lace was all over the Spring 2013 runways.

How we’re doing it: This season, we’re loving layered lace. This intricate pattern takes the white denim trend up a notch to create a unique play on the tuxedo pant.

We’re also loving sprayed lace—an effect that makes no two jeans alike. Actual lace is placed over the pant, followed by a metallic spray that when removed, reveals an intricate pattern.

So this season, opt for the lace look that works best with your style because this feminine fabric is in full force! Shop all of our lace looks and the entire 7 For All Mankind Spring Collection here.

And get more trend in Denim Dossier Volume 4 here. While your’re at it, enter to win $10,000 cash in our latest sweepstakes. Just fill out this form for a chance to win the big bucks!