Authentic Japanese Canvas
Authentic Japanese Canvas 14 oz heavyweight fabric
Enduring style and comfort
Enduring style and comfort
Genuine Brass hardware
Genuine Brass hardware Buttons, rivets and YKK zippers

Garment description

From sailcloths to painting surfaces to textile fabric, the age-old canvas has its own history to tell. The unbeatably strong Japanese selvedge canvas holds a special place in workwear fashion. The industrial revolution transformed the use of canvas worldwide, but we have ignited a greater revolution. Cairo is a bold attempt to bring back the old ruggedness and versatility of canvas jeans into the sophistication and practicality of contemporary style.

In Cairo, you will find rugged, no-frills, mid-rise jeans in hefty organic canvas fabric from Japan Blue, one of the best mills in Okayama, Japan. Slim-straight fit, with a slight taper providing a clean silhouette. The Cairo transcends work and play, while awakening the urban cowboy in you. It is a rugged pair of jeans for grownups.

Fabric and style

Fabric

Fabric Name Japanese Fabric Dyed Canvas
Fabric Treatment Enzyme Softner Washed
Hand Feel Not Brushed
Composition 100% Cotton
Weave Oxford
Weight 14 oz Heavy Weight
Opacity 5/5, 100% Opaque
Shrinkage Pre-shrunk; negligible shrinkage, does not affect the fit

Style

Customizable Features Fly, Length, Cuff
Standard Features 5 Pocket Construction, Genuine Brass Hardware
Style Casual, Smart Casual
Season Summer, Spring, Winter
Proudly made in India

Garment care

  • Hand wash only
  • Don’t bleach, or use chlorine detergent
  • Wash inside out to preserve color
  • Wash with similar colors to prevent color bleeding
  • Hang to dry
  • Iron on reverse at medium temperature, 150°C

Sustainability

By bringing transparency into the value chain, we hold ourselves and our partners accountable for the impact we could have on the planet.

1 / Fabric

Supplier of the main fabric.

supplier

Japan Blue Co. Ltd.

Shinya Mills, Ibarra, Japan

2 / Trims

Supplier of sewing trims attached to the fabric.

Buttons and Rivets

Aurora Tex

Kalkaji, New Delhi, India

Zipper

YKK India Pvt Ltd

Ashok Nagar, Bangalore, India

3 / Manufacturing

Manufacturer of the finished garment

Sewing and Tailoring

Dibella India

Hosur Rd, Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Fabric Wash

Global Wash Care

Begur Rd, Bangalore, Karnataka, India

4 / Packaging

Suppliers of our packaging materials

Packaging trims

United Precision Plastics

Madiwala, Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Packaging Box

Akshay Packaging Industries

Mahadevapura, Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Money back guarantee

  • Purchasing from us is 100% risk free. We provide you a 90 Days Money Back Guarantee. You can return your order for a full refund within 90 days of delivery.
  • You are entitled to a free remake in case the garment does not fit you well. We’ll make you a new one, free of charge.
  • We provide free shipping on all orders to anywhere in India.
  • To initiate a remake/return/exchange, please email us at support@monksofmethod.com or WhatsApp us at +91 89519 86245 with your order details.
  • Please see our returns and shipping policy

Frequently asked questions

What if the garment doesn’t fit me?

We have a flat 90-day no-questions-asked return and remake policy, and we are dead serious about it. We want you to have a perfect fit, Period.

If you are not happy with your fit, we will happily remake/alter the garment again till you find it to your satisfaction. 

We’re sure you’ll be pleased with the quality of our product. However, if it fails to meet your expectations, you can request a complete refund, no questions asked.

We make sure that you run no risk in trying us out.

How are you different from other custom/bespoke/tailoring setups?

Most of the clothes you wear day to day, such as jeans, khakis, jackets, denim shirts, etc., are not available custom-made for you. The industrial processes of construction and washing garments are unavailable to the local tailors. 

Even brands that claim to be bespoke or custom will leave you wanting that “ready-to-wear” finish. Specialized stitches such as bar-tacking, chain-stitching, double-needle, and French seam are required to make sturdy, enduring garments only seen in industrial setups. A puckering on the stitches, softness of a brushed garment all needs industrial washers and machines. 

Ready-to-wear garments, on the other hand, make you compromise on fit.

We offer personalized fit within the constraints of the business model. We allow you to customize your order as long as it does not compromise the style and make each garment specifically for you. You get the best of both worlds - an industrial finish of ready-to-wear with the personalized fit of made-to-measure. We will pull out all the stops to get the fit right on your first purchase of each type of garment. Once you are satisfied, next time will be breezy, as we store your custom measurements for future purchases.

How long does it take once I place an order?

We don’t hold up ready-made inventory, only the raw materials. We start making the product only once you place an order and your measurements are confirmed. 

That means your perfect size & style are always in stock, and we don’t create waste. 

Once our team has created and confirmed your measurements, shipping your order takes 7-8 working days.

How do I retrieve my measurements from my previous order?

Your measurements are safe with us. We will automatically retrieve your saved measurements if you use the email address as your original order. 

You can also log in from the product page or from the menu to see your previous measurements listed. 

Once you place the order, our Made to Measure specialists always contact you to confirm your measurements.

Will my garment shrink after washing?

All our garments are pre-washed and 99% of the shrinkage is taken out before shipping. You can expect very minimal shrinkage on washing.

Customer Reviews

Based on 3 reviews Write a review

How pants should be

Sandeep on Oct 14, 2023

I got myself two pairs when I realised that the canvas fabric was a 14oz. selvedge. I had already purchased a Kangto pair way back, which outclass my Levi’s 501 button fly by a mile- and that’s saying something. I was confident of the output, but when my Cairos arrived, I was blown away by the quality of the materials and the artsmanship of it all. I wear it every day now. The fabric is hard and will take some breaking into- that’s what I love. It’s as old-school as they come. The cut itself is smart and perfect for the urban worker. Love what these guys are doing. Keep it up!

Just what I wanted

Varun Saxena on Dec 19, 2023

I could have never imagined a Japanese quality pant in India by an Indian house. Definitely wanted it. Now I have it. The canvas jean is heavy and fits well. The team at Monks took my size from a Japanese selvedge denim I have (Handroom ). The fabric takes shape of your body within few hours of wear and the construction is rugged and industrial. The belt loops, and the back pockets indicate how intricately the design has been thought through. I got one in beige and immediately ordered the one in ecru. Eyeing a third now, perhaps blue. Cheers!

Outstanding Customer Care

Ravi B on Dec 22, 2023

These are one of the very stylish and rare garments. Rare because canvas is a very difficult fabric to handle. The customer service at Monks were very responsive and persistent in ensuring the right quality jeans were made and delivered over a couple of iterations. I am delighted with the final product and thanks to their high engagement I feel invested in shaping this garment. A living example of personalization.

Anatomy

YKK Zippers and brass buttons

Classic five
pocket construction

Flat felled
inseams

Reinforced
construction

With chain-stitching
and bartacks

Not too narrow,
not too wide
leg opening

Slim but not
skinny fit