Polar Skate Co. offers a wide range of pants cuts. From very baggy styles like the Big Boy to more classic styles like the 89. Are you confused by all these jeans? Here is a simple guide to help you see more clearly.
What is the difference between Big Boy, 93, 92, 91 & 89?!
Big Boy
- Very Oversized Fit
- Low Waist
- Dropping Crotch
- Tapered Leg
'93
- Oversized Fit
- Low Waist
- Dropping Crotch
- Straight leg
'92
- Oversized Fit
- Low Waist
- Dropping Crotch
- Tapered Leg
'91
- Relax Fit
- High Waist
- Classic Crotch
- Straight leg
'89
- Classic Fit
- High Waist
- Classic Crotch
- Straight leg
The Big Boy Phenomenon: The Icon of Baggy Fashion
It is impossible to discuss skate trousers without mentioning the Polar Big Boy. Recognisable by its small embroidery on the breast pocket, this is the ultimate baggy denim. With its very wide cut at the thighs that narrows slightly at the ankles (tapered), iIt offers total freedom of movement and an authentic 90s look. Available in classic Denim or Corduroy for winter.
Explore the entire Polar Skate Co. selection to complete your look. As well as Last Resort AB shoes, Polar's footwear brand.
FAQ
The Big Boy fits very large (Oversized). If you want a really baggy look, choose your usual size. If you prefer a more controlled baggy look, we recommend choosing one size smaller (S often corresponds to a standard US size 30).
The main difference is the shape of the leg. The Big Boy is wider at the thighs and slightly ‘ballooned’ (balloon cut). The '93 has a straighter cut from top to bottom, offering a more classic look but still wide.
Chez Polar, la création ne suit pas les cycles saisonniers mais répond à une envie de pièces durables et intemporelles. Le processus est méticuleux : il peut s'écouler un an et demi entre le croquis et la production, période durant laquelle chaque modèle est testé par des skateurs locaux.
La marque utilise ses propres tissus exclusifs en 100 % coton. La production européenne (supervisée en Pologne) tient compte du caractère naturel de la matière : bien que chaque rouleau de tissu soit pré-lavé pour contrôler le rétrécissement, de légères variations de coupe peuvent survenir.
Enfin, si le prix varie d'une couleur à l'autre, c'est une question de temps de travail : un délavage clair complexe nécessite des heures de traitement, contre une vingtaine de minutes pour un délavage foncé.
Pontus Alv explains that the ‘Big Boy’ character sometimes overshadowed the brand, to the point that some people no longer associated it with Polar. This shift towards a simplified tone-on-tone aesthetic reflects a desire for maturity: the aim is to refocus attention on the quality, cut and unique washes of the trousers. Fans can rest assured that the character is still part of the brand's DNA and will continue to make occasional appearances.
To ensure your jeans last a long time and age well (vintage effect), it is crucial to follow a few simple rules:
- Always wash your pants inside out at a maximum temperature of 30°C and avoid overloading your washing machine: excessive friction in an overfilled drum may cause white lines or even holes in the fabric.
- Avoid tumble drying, which could shrink the cotton fibre.
- Finally, forget the old myth about putting jeans in the freezer: this technique is only for raw denim (selvedge) and does not apply to Polar models.
