I only wear high quality raw denim (Japanese selvedge) and do not mind spending $150 on a pair that will last me a few years of four-season abuse, whether walking, biking, hiking, and office wear. I only buy Naked & Famous, original or "unbranded", the latter being cheaper but of equal quality. Plus they look great if you pair them with a nice sports jacket. Jeans and boots (Blundstones) are the only purchases for which I don't skimp on price. IMO, these are very mustachian purchases.