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Denim, not cotton, is the fabric of our lives. Also known as dry denim, raw denim is not washed or treated after being dyed which gives it a tough exterior. But, like the Chuck Taylors you rocked all summer, raw denim jeans will look dope after you wear, tear, and break 'em in. The fading and whiskering will become natural over time. We want everyone to find a great pair of jeans, and we realize that not everyone can drop over a couple hundred for some quality denim, so check out our picks for The 8 Best Raw Denim Jeans Under $200.
cheapmonday
Cheap Monday Straight Leg
Buy It Now at ASOS, $81
The Swedish brand is known for its tight skinny jeans but this straight leg cut isn't as tight as your girl's jeans.
freshjive
Freshjive FJord Reserve
Buy It Now at Reserve Store, $94
This 5-pocket slim fit is more proof that affordable quality denim does exist.
JBrand
J Brand Slim Straight Leg Raw
Buy It Now at Saks Fifth Avenue, $155
These slim cut jeans are constructed from a denim mix, and will comfortably wear-in over time.
diesel
Diesel Tepphar
Buy It Now at Barneys New York, $160
The Turbodenim is treated so that your raw jeans will go "vintage" in less than 30 days.
a.p.c.
A.P.C. Petite Standard
Buy It Now at A.P.C., $175
Cut like the new Standard Jeans, the petite has a lower rise, and narrower waist, for more hip and leg action.
levi
Levi's 505 Straight Raw Selvedge
Buy It Now at Levi's, $178
These classic regular fit jeans were treated at the White Oak Cone Mills in North Carolina. America!
3sixteen
3sixteen Raw Indigo Selvedge
Buy It Now at Revolve Clothing, $198
The New York based brand offers innovative details on traditional wares, like hoods on blazers and new use of color.
nudie
Nudie Jeans Easy Emil Relaxed
Buy It Now at Nordstrom, $179
."Raw denim is best preserved if worn for six months prior to washing." Get ready to get a little stank for the sake of your jeans!
