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Finding the right pair of denim can be one of the most trying experiences out there, coming in a close second to finding the right swimsuit. The rise, the inseam, the wash, the details, the leg opening, the ratio of cotton to stretch: it's honestly a miracle that these things are sold ready to wear. Here, a look at the denim choices in Las Vegas, pared down to seven stores that specialize in denim and one department store that has a wide selection of moderately priced choices.

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