Some fashion trends come and go (most of ’em, in fact) but the ones that remain show staying power for a reason, be it their timeless nature, their versatiliy, their adaptability or a combination of all of the above.

In the world of the best men’s blue jeans, skinny denim was once all the rage for men, but one style that’s shown that staying power all crave is the trusted straight-leg jean, as apt a move with sturdy leather boots as with classic white sneakers.

And when a brand known for making some of the best jeans for men decides to release its own, entirely new take on the best straight leg jeans, it’s certainly worth noting — and perhaps adding to your cart, as we tend to say.

And so it goes with the Mott and Bow Straight Ridge Jeans, a fresh spin on the classic blue jean as only the New York-based affordable denim masters can dream up.

If you’ve read past Mott and Bow reviews on here, you’ll know that the company prides itself on high-quality stretch denim in classic washes, with plenty of stretch factor. Color options run the gamut from faded light grey to inky black and the pleasantly faded, pre-washed nature of the Mott and Bow Straight Ridge Jeans.

If you’re a men’s denim fan who simply can’t stop wearing jeans even as the mercury climbs, then you’re in luck, as the sturdy yet supple Ridge Jeans feature a medium-weight 12.3oz. denim fabrication, plus a stretch factor of 21 percent (other pairs of Mott and Bow jeans feature a stretch factor somewhere around 32 percent, for instance).

Don’t let the amount of stretch factor fool you: The denim brand wisely notes that “The Ridge has a more structured, authentic denim feel that holds its shape throughout the day,” and that sounds like wearability and authenticity I can get behind, especially when wearing these stylish jeans (in either their Light/Medium Blue or Dark Blue colorways) with a Mott and Bow pocket tee or a prized chambray shirt.

Searching for jeans with a more relaxed fit yet a polished, crisp look suitable for the heat — you’ve found ’em right here with the Mott and Bow Straight Ridge Jeans, my friends.