Author: Sandeep Agarwal

Fall 2016 Ready To Wear–Part I

For the Fall 2016 looks, we bring the collections from 4 well known designers â€“ each of whom gives a totally different taste and interpretation to what denim would look like in Winters for them. Lets savor their flavor !

Off-White

OFF-WHITE c/o VIRGIL ABLOHâ„¢ is a fashion label rooted in current culture at a taste-level particular to now . With all its garments made in Milan, the brand tries to play around with denim aesthetics â€“ using not so uncommon fabrics and using color combinations, embellishments and unique styles.

Paul & Joe

Paul & Joe goes for clean and suit cuts for its Fall 16 Denim looks. Medium dark light slub flat finish fabrics add to the formal looks created by the designer.

Ralph Lauren

Ralph Lauren loves the hi-fashion looks to go with denim. Denim is made over with highly fashionable silver foil prints to go along with velvet jackets and accoutrements .

Kenzo

Kenzo is always looked upon as an inspirational brand brining new paradigms to most of their collections. Though not minimalist as previous ones, the Fall 16 collection draws inspiration from fifties housewife staples, such as cigarette pants and pumps and bring out the collection with high colored mini dresses , floral prints and motifs besides nautical influences. Overall, a different type of collection than what we have seen before .

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April 23, 2016
Ralph Lauren Japanese Raw Denim

Ralph Lauren brings out some cool raw and very chic denim vests, jackets, dresses this season . Made with Japanese denim detailed and sharp stitching, high end horn and other buttons, the pieces are targeted to be timeless pieces . The clean looks of these pieces do not come cheap and will leave your pockets lighter by over $800-$1800!!

Roland Denim Vest

Quintessential menswear-inspired tailoring meets Japanese denim in the Italian-made Roland vest. Detailed with contrasting single-needle stitching and genuine horn buttons, it’s a modern style with timeless appeal. Team it with the Yvette Denim Jacket and the Sydney Denim Pant for a sharp suiting look

Price: $890.00

Pauline Denim Dress

Contrasting single-needle stitching accentuates the flattering fit-and-flare silhouette of the Pauline dress, which sways with every step. In Japanese denim, the midi-length style is as versatile as it is chic. Pair it with a T-strap heel for day or evening.

Price : $1690.00

Yvette Denim Jacket

Combining fine Italian tailoring with Japanese denim, the two-button Yvette jacket is a timeless topper with of-the-moment appeal. Narrow shoulders, a menswear-inspired straight fit and a lambskin under collar define the chic style.

Price: $1890.00

SYDNEY DENIM PANT

Detailed with contrasting single-needle stitching, the Sydney Denim Pant merges modern style with refined Italian craftsmanship. A slim, straight silhouette defines its polished look.

Price : $1190.00

ELSIE DENIM SKIRT

The floor-sweeping silhouette of the Elsie Denim Skirt combines the drama of a ball gown with the versatility of a jean. Wear it with a crisp white button-down for day or evening.

Price : $1890.00

LIANNE DENIM EVENING GOWN

Airy silk organza inserts cascade down the skirt of the Lianne gown, dialing up the drama of this floor-sweeping style. In Japanese denim, it’s a modern take on elegant eveningwear. Pared-back accessories let the stunning V-back style take the spotlight.

Price : $3290.00

MASON DENIM TRUCKER JACKET

In Japanese right-hand stretch cotton twill, the Mason trucker jacket is as timeless as it is luxe. Detailed with "Ralph Lauren"â€“and-crown-embossed shank closures, the crisp white style is a sharp layer with heritage-inspired flair.

Price : $850.00

380 BOOTCUT JEAN

A slim, boot cut silhouette defines the timeless appeal of the 380 jean. In premium Japanese right-hand cotton twill with a hint of stretch, this luxe style is finished with "RL"-engraved rivets for signature flair.

Price : $590.00

400 SKINNY ANKLE JEAN

A sleek skinny fit and an ankle-length silhouette define our 400 jean. In Japanese right-hand cotton twill with a hint of stretch, this style maintains its shape, while "RL"-engraved rivets give it signature flair.

Price : $590.00

April 21, 2016
Top Denim Stores In Taiwan

Taiwan is a place not normally associated with denim. However, the people here love denim and there are some cool stores which keep very selected denim labels with them. We will look in this article some details about these stores.

Most of the denim stores in Taiwan have American Casual style as their focus. This article covers some of the most renowned ones in Taiwanâ€™s capital Taipei. Each has its own strength, theyâ€™ve been establishing solid foundation for at least 5-10 years. The reason why American style is so popular there today has everything to do with them.

As a denim enthusiast, these are a must-visit if you ever stop by Taipei.

JEANSDA Brand Jeans

JEANSDA has been striving to search and make use of the best materials and the finest craftsmanship available in the world in its jeans tailored to fit Asian. Their dream is not to change the world, but to create something that jeans lovers have been long waiting for.With numerous coveted detail they are also deemed as the first premium denim label aiming to bring the highest standard Japan-made denim to people in Taiwan.

The brand motto is â€œBorn to love jeansâ€.

Address: No.95, Ln. 74, Sec. 3, Bade Rd., Songs an Dist., Taipei City 105, Taiwan (R.O.C.)

The Thurs

The Thurs company was set by Taiwanese Designer Bryan Lin in 1999, his design influenced by high-end fashion, vintage clothing and biker style. The Thurs is committed to bring the high quality denim and related products to Taiwanese market. All of the Thurs original products is tailor made by Taiwanese craftsmanship using fine fabric in their own collections.

They also feature high quality brand from all over the world, such as Lewis Leathers from Great Britain, Freewheelers from Tokyo, Full count brand from Osaka, Stevenson Overall from Los Angeles, Roll from Tokyo and the signature bike brand Backbone. You can reach the best craftsmanship products at one store in a time!

Address : Thurs Taichung (HQ) No.320-10, Jingwu Rd., North Dist., Taichung City 404, Taiwan (R.O.C.).

: Thurs Taipei No.1-3, Aly. 35, Ln. 181, Sec. 4, Zhongxiao E. Rd., Daâ€™an Dist., Taipei City 106, Taiwan (R.O.C.) , Tel : +886 2721 0501

Take5 Taipei Shop :

TAKE5 Taipei Shop has been established for 7 years since 2009. They are committed to set the trend of the American Leisure Culture in a Japanese fashion. It is called â€ã‚¢ãƒ¡ã‚«ã‚¸â€œ.

The main brands in the store: From Pherrows, the brand that favors for American Leisure Culture to StudioDartisan, the brand that has been studying denim fabric for 37 years.

To the Top Collection, Samurai Jeans, from Heavy Oz. TAKE5 Taipei Shop will provide you the best customization experience. From choosing the thickness of the fabric to altering the product to customersâ€™ desire.

The product selections in the store include not only denim jeans, flying jackets, but also rider helmets and many more. Whether you are a fan of Work style, Early Gentleman Style or Bikestyle, they provide a variety of products that surely will meet your need.

Locating in the East District of Taipei City, they are not only servicing local customers but also attracting many foreign visitors with the blooming tourism in Taiwan. Moreover, they providing those great brands that everyone familiar with, and also co-branding with them to introduce new editions from time to time.

Address: Dunhua South Road, 2nd Floor, No. 36 177 Lane, Daan District, Taipei City, Taiwan , Tel : +886 2 2711 8262 , E-mail: tw@take5jeans.com

Faith Co. Since 2003 Summer :

At Faith Co. you can find brands including S.F.K. , The W & Anchor Bros. Clothing, Mister Freedom, Sugar Cane, Buzz Rickson’s, Cheswick, The Real McCOY’S, BUCO, Joe McCOY, Japanese denim and also comprises some of antique furnishings , vintage goods.

They using the UNION SPECIAL 43200G chain stitch hemming machine to do denim hemming service.

The Faith original products usually integrate many antique materials, such as old fabric, vintage buttons, old metal, and so on.

The style of the products is designed in order to reflect daily life.

Address: B1., No. 39, Lane 205, Sec 4, Zhong Xiao E. Rd., Daan District , Taipei, Taiwan 10690 , Tel: +886287718861 , E-mail: faithsfk@gmail.com

Blue Beach Denim Shop :

Blue Beach is a newly open concept store in capital Taipei, currently featuring Nudie Jeans and Wolverine Heritage as heart of their collection and continuing its expansion. In the store design they assembled a wall of different quality woods to illustrate the idea of endless possibilities, just like how denim evolves.

At Blue Beach they share the love for beautifully worn out garments with denim heads no matter where theyâ€™re from.

They called themselvesâ€œpeople reside by indigo blueâ€, who are dedicated to bring the best denim into peopleâ€™s daily life.Everything you need to know about denim and Nudie Jeans can be found there. And they will certainly welcome you to their denim paradise!

Address: 241, Taiwan, New Taipei City, Sanchong District, Sanhe Rd. Section 4, Lane 218, No.5. , Tel : +886 2 2287 8780

This article is submitted by Mr. Sven Lu from Blue Beach Denim Shop

Bio â€“ Sven began his journey with first pair of dry 3 years ago. With passion to share the love for weathered garments and care of the environment. Sven has made his way to top Nudie dealer in the country. Heâ€™s still pretty raw and paving his way towards a brighter blue!

April 19, 2016
“ Levi’s 501 Jeans : Celebrating 100 Years With Cone Denim”

Celebrating 100 years of partnership with Cone Mills Denim in North Carolina, the Leviâ€™s brand presents a short documentary film, The 501Â® Jean: Stories of an Original. The film explores the lasting impact the Original 501Â® jean has had on cultural history.The story began in 1873 with the original button fly jeans and after more than a century it has been continuing with the same pace and innovations.From humble beginnings of being granted the patent to place rivets on trousers to a universal staple providing youth with their virgin denim experience, the name Levi’s has long been synonymous with blue jeans.

Leviâ€™s has decided to pay tribute to its denim masterpiece with a three-part documentary series, titled The 501 Jean: Stories of an Original.

The three parts are titled â€œWork,â€ â€œStyle,â€ and â€œRebellion,â€ and explore the 501â€™s influence on various aspects of popular culture since its creation in 1873 (which made it the very first blue jean, might we add). Itâ€™s a fitting tribute to such an influential piece of clothing.

NARRATED BY RAMBLINâ€™ JACK ELLIOTT
Ramblin’ Jack Elliott is one of folk music’s most enduring characters. A protÃ©gÃ© of Woody Guthrie in the late ’50s, Elliott has been hailed as an influence on artists from Bob Dylan and Pete Seeger, to the Rolling Stones and Grateful Dead.

FEATURING INTERVIEWS WITH:
Henry Rollins, John Baldessari, Erin Wasson, Gary Burden, Andy Spade, Mark McNairy, Eddie Huang, Steven Alan, Jim Walrod, Kim Hastreiter, Mel Ottenberg, Scott Schuman, Lee Ranaldo, Darren Romanelli, Greg Chapman, Hal Fischer, Rachel Wang, and many many more.

Having already screened in NYC, London, Buenos Aires and Caracas, the documentary is live on Leviâ€™s official site and on YouTube.

WORK :

In 1915 Levi partnered with Cone denim- Fabric Mill in USA and since 1927, LEVI and CONE denim put red thread on the edges in their selvedge jeans which signifies Levis quality which is now known as red line selvedge . In the video it has been featured that Mike Harris and Russ Miller went to west in search of Denim mines and after travelling miles they traced the 501Â® Jean’s roots as a utilitarian garment for coal miners, cowboys, industrial workers, all the way to the creative workers who continue to wear it today. They also managed to find the denim mines where they got some worn out jeans which were happened to be of between 1893 and 1896. From Miners to farmers, now the denim serves for all sorts of workers.

STYLE :
For the first time Leviâ€™s are worn for their look, rather than function. Hollywood stars adopted it for decades and the 501 Jean becomes a style icon: continuing to inspire contemporary designers and style leaders. The western films made the cowboy look very popular which was later well adapted by common man also.In 1934 , Levi lady jean was showcased for the first time in the Vogue Fashion Magazine and later on became as the catalyst in the glamour quotient once it has been wore by movie actresses and eventually became the fashion icon.

REBELLION :
In some schools , Jeans were banned because of the outright which came due to wearing a jeans which is itself a surprising fact and gradually The 501 Jean became a symbol for countercultures as broad as biker clubs, punk, rap, skateboarding, and art movements. It can be seen on crowds through decades of activism: from beats to hippies, LGBTQ rights protests, to the fall of the Berlin Wall.

April 16, 2016
G-Star Raw : The Elwood 3D Denim 2016
The 5620 G-Star Elwood was the first jean constructed from the G-Star 3D Denim approach. Introduced in 1996, this unique method was invented by Head Designer Pierre Morisset as he replicated the moulded jeans worn by a passing motorcyclist, which had become formed to his legs from longtime exposure to the elements. They keep on innovating and evolving with time. We bring the latest Elwood 3D looks from G-Star.

5620 G-Star Elwood 3D Low Waist Boyfriend Jeans

This signature G-Star RAW style features a biker-inspired silhouette, with shaped legs and articulated knees for maximum comfort and flatter. Angled thigh seams and moto-inspired panels add a tougher edge.

Fabric

Inza White Stretch Denim

The 5620 3D Low Boyfriend Jeans is crafted from white summery denim with a little stretch and a dry hand-feel.
- Medium weight denim
- Fresh white shade
- Dry and soft hand-feel
- 98% cotton, 2% elastane
- 3D Light Aged Restored 65
- Expertly finished and restored with custom repairs.
Fabric

Astley Stretch Denim

The 5620 3D Low Boyfriend Jeans is crafted from full-bodied denim with a classic denim look and just the right amount of stretch.
- Medium weight indigo denim
- Stretch for movement
- Sustainably made
- 95% cotton, 3% polyester, 2% elastane
- Extreme Painted
- Aged and paint smeared for a vintage-inspired finish.
Fabric

Scatter Denim

The 5620 3D Low Boyfriend Jeans is crafted from full-bodied indigo denim inspired by vintage Japanese denims.
- Indigo denim
- Full-bodied
- Sustainably made
- 100% cotton
- Medium Aged Painted
- Aged and paint smeared for a vintage-inspired finish
5620 G-Star Elwood 3D Slim Jeans

The G-Star Elwood jeans mapped out a new way of thinking about denim when first released. This seasonal version features the same anatomical 3D construction as the original, updated in a current fit.

Fabric

Astley Stretch Denim

The 5620 3D Slim Jeans is crafted from full-bodied denim with a classic denim look and just the right amount of stretch.
- Medium weight indigo denim
- Stretch for movement
- Sustainably made
- 95% cotton, 3% polyester, 2% elastane
- Extreme Painted
- Aged and paint smeared for a vintage-inspired finish.
Fabric

AIDEN STRETCH DENIM

The 5620 3D Slim Jeans is cut from rich denim with a rigid aesthetic and powerful, hidden stretch.
- Medium weight indigo denim
- Excellent stretch and recovery
- Sustainably made
- 75% cotton, 24% polyester, 1% elastane
- Aged and paint smeared for a vintage-inspired finish.
- Heavily laundered for a light, bright finish that normally takes years.
April 15, 2016

US Denim Import 2012-2015

The US market has not been very strong for the last few years. The last it saw a good â€˜Denim â€˜year was in 2013 when it imported over 500 million pcs of denim apparel. It continued to remain soft in 2015 without showing too much growth. We take a detailed look at this market and cover the following in this report:

S.No	Particulars
1	Table showing Imports of all denim apparels into USA from world ( 2012-15)
2	Graph showing Imports of all denim apparels into USA from world ( 2012-15)
3	Table showing Average price of imports of all denim apparels into USA from world (2012-15)
4	Graph showing Average price of imports of all denim apparels into USA from world (2012-15)
5	Table Showing Imports of Menâ€™s Jeans into USA from world (2012-15) with average price of imports of Menâ€™s Jeans into USA from world (2012-15)
6	Graph Showing Imports of Menâ€™s Jeans into USA from world (2012-15)
7	Graph Showing average price of imports of Menâ€™s Jeans into USA from world (2012-15)
8	Table showing Imports of Womenâ€™s Jeans into USA from world (2012-15) with average price of Imports of Womenâ€™s Jeans in to USA from world (2012-15)
9	Graph showing Imports of Womenâ€™s Jeans into USA from world (2012-15)
10	Graph showing average price of Imports of Womenâ€™s Jeans in to USA from world (2012-15)
11	Table showing top exporting countries to USA in the year 2015 with average price (US$/Pcs)
12	Pie Chart showing top exporting countries to USA in the year 2015
13	Graph showing average price (US$/Pcs) of top exporting countries to USA in the year 2015
14	Table showing % change in the imports from the year 2014 to 2015
15	Table showing Top Exporting Continents of all denim apparels to USA in the year 2015
16	Pie Chart showing Top Exporting Continents of all denim apparels to USA in the year 2015

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If we look at the figures below, we will find that US market has actually declined marginally in terms of denim apparel imports. From 474 million pcs in 2014 it went down to 469 million pcs. These are figures that the denim market will not be too enthused about!

Year	2012	2013	2014	2015
Pcs (million)	493.77	515.03	474.06	469.98

The average price also seems be on declining trend which is probably a good sign for the market. In the year 2012 the average price was US$ 8.14 per pc while in 2015 it reduced to US$ 7.99 per pc. However, this can be termed as a marginal change over 2014.

Year	2012	2013	2014	2015
Average Price (US$/pc)	8.14	8.1	8.03	7.99

Menâ€™s Jeans

In the year 2012 the imports of Men Jeans from the world to USA was 263.76 million Pcs with an average price of US$8.33 which reduced to US$8.16 with an import of 269.38 million pcs in 2013. In the year 2014 and 2015 the import figure saw a decline both in quantity as well as in average prices. In 2014 where import quantity was 256.24 million pcs, while in 2015 it reduced to 250.02 million pcs. So the actual imports of menâ€™s jeans declined by over 3% since 2014 and over 7% since 2013.

Year	2012	2013	2014	2015
Average Price (US$/pc)	8.14	8.1	8.03	7.99
Year	2012	2013	2014	2015
Average Price (US$/pc)	8.33	8.16	8.15	8.1

Womenâ€™s Jeans

The import of womenâ€™s jeans also peaked out in 2013 when the country imported bout 245 million pcs. In 2014 the imports were 217 million pcs which was a whopping reduction of over 11%! 2015 however saw a marginal increase of about 1% – which cannot be said to be a very encouraging figure. The average price is almost stable from US$ 7.89 in 2014 to US$ 7.87 in 2015. The prices, we can say, are more or less stable sine 2012 â€“ a sign that the country is able to manage to balance its import prices from around the world.

Year	2012	2013	2014	2015
Pcs (million)	230.01	245.65	217.82	219.96
Year	2012	2013	2014	2015
Average Price (US$/pc)	7.93	8.04	7.89	7.87

So far as the top exporting countries are concerned, China is still leading the charts with whopping 133.13 million pcs in 2015 while Mexico ranks second with 110.02 million pcs. China is able to give an average price of about US$ 7.52 while Mexicoâ€™s average price is US$8.74. However, considering that there is no import duty on imports of garments from Mexico (made with US fabrics); the price will come out more or less same. But China gives much more fashionable products to US than Mexico â€“ which is focused on basics. Bangladesh ranks 3rd with the lowest average price per jeans which is merely US$6.53. Pakistan comes 4^the with a total of about 21 million pcs and Vietnam is at 5th with total export quantity of 19.13 million pcs at an average price of US$8.48. It needs to be seen where the share of China will spill off once the country is not able to export as much it used to.

EXPORTING	ALL DENIM APPAREL	AVERAGE PRICE
COUNTRY	(MILLION PCS)	(US$/PC)
CHINA	133.13	7.52
MEXICO	110.02	8.74
BANGLADESH	67.02	6.53
PAKISTAN	21.86	8.1
VIETNAM	19.13	8.48
EGYPT	17.59	8.99
CAMBODIA	15	7.82
INDONESIA	13.62	7.94

% Change in the imports from the year 2014 to 2015

Exporting	All Denim Apparels (2015)	All Denim Apparels (2014)	% Change
Countries	Million Pcs	Million Pcs
CHINA	133.13	135.37	-1.68%
MEXICO	110.02	116.12	-5.54%
BANGLADESH	67.02	67.58	-0.84%
PAKISTAN	21.86	21.06	3.66%
VIETNAM	19.13	18.95	0.94%
EGYPT	17.59	18.66	-6.08%
CAMBODIA	15	15.29	-1.93%
INDONESIA	13.62	9.01	33.85%

Exporting Regions :

There are many regions and blocs which can be studied as a group to analyse which region is more important for exporting denim to US. Some of the main regions are Latin America, Asean, Agoa , Cafta etc. We analyse the figures from these countries as below.

Latin America is the highest contributor in the total import to the USA with total import quantity of 135.91 million pcs followed by ASEAN, AGOA and CAFTA with 48.74, 22.27 and 20.7 million pcs. Latin America â€“ the main component is Mexico which takes the lionâ€™s share of its exports. Among ASEAN countries, Vietnam is very important. AGOA still remains a small quantity and has not evolved over time despite duty benefits.

EXPORTING REGION	ALL DENIM APPAREL(million pcs)
LATIN AMERICA	135.91
ASEAN	48.74
AGOA	22.27
CAFTA	20.7

On the whole, not a very good year for denim apparel imports for the US market. It is still sluggish but there are hopes that 2016 will be better.

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April 13, 2016

ISKO Collaborates With Different Brands And Retailers ..
In a continuous marketing push, ISKOâ„¢ takes its marketing beyond traditional fabric marketing . It collaborates with a number of well known international brands and retailers for co â€“branding and takes its own brand image to consumer level. Isko is very clear in its marketing push.Â It wantsÂ to have a consumer level awareness for its fabrics and looks for demand pull from the segment adding to the industrial demand.Â Its collaborations with brands get weight from its various patented and high tech fabrics that it develops.

The new formula for future fashion: Diesel style + ISKOâ„¢ technology, for the revolutionary JOGG JEANS & Diesel shoes made by the extraordinary 3D Denim known as ISKO Scratch & Jeanâ„¢.

When distinctive Diesel style was blended with the extraordinary quality of ISKOâ„¢ fabrics, the result was JOGG JEANS, the revolutionary â€˜jeanetically modified denimâ€™ that combines iconic jeans fashion with the comfort typically associated with jogging pants. Labeling on the jeansâ€™ inside pocket conveys the exceptional value offered by the collaboration. Described as: â€˜One small step for Diesel, one giant leap for denim-kindâ€™, the durability and softness that JOGG JEANS provide is guaranteed by ISKO FUTURE FACEâ„¢ patented technology, for a perfect fit all day long.

The collaboration between ISKOâ„¢ and Diesel continues, with the addition of Diesel shoes made by ISKO Scratch & Jeanâ„¢ . This fabric is known as ISKOâ„¢ â€˜s revolutionary 3D denim made by using ISKOâ„¢ â€˜s patented technology, which allows the fabric to take extraordinary effects.

www.diesel.com

Replay Reinvents Athleisure With ISKOâ„¢ â€˜s New Development Blue Skinâ„¢ and created Hyperskin

Wellness is not a trend; itâ€™s the perfect balance between body, soul and the environment: itâ€™s a philosophy and a lifestyle. Replay took this as an inspiration to merge it with its denim DNA and created Hyperskin. The technology behind this product is ISKO BLUE SKIN^TM: entirely based on 360 degree freedom of movement. The construction offers total comfort and freedom by defying gravity with its 4 way holding power. The real second skin experience.

The Jeans come in four different washes: a Raw Grey shade washing which keeps an original raw fabric look, a Blue shade washing achieved with a light bleaching process to obtain an intense mid-blue shade and a super softener for an amazing feel, a Marble and Dark Black.

www.replayjeans.com

Pierre Cardin and ISKO join forces and launch FUTUREFLEX, the future of flexibility.

Well-known brand Pierre Cardin expands its clientele with a premium denim line that boosts maximum functionality. A highly regarded brand its dedication to quality brought the FUTUREFLEX collection to life and was specifically designed for someone who wants to look good and feel comfortable all day.

ISKO POWERFLEXâ„¢, was the perfect fit for this collaboration, itâ€™s the perfect travel mate for anyone who wants 24/7 flexibility and freedom of movement, together with unique style and a perfect fit.

FUTUREFLEX jeans come in three colors:
- Black on black: a saturated and classic black.
- Kanto blue: dedicated to real denim enthusiasts, Kanto blues is a pure, deep but bright indigo shade inspired by the typical Japanese super-saturated indigos, but with a chip off/contrast effect.
- Reef green: A blackened green cast perfect for the vintage Aficionados.
www.pierrecardin.com

AYR Introduces Flex Tech, Powered by ISKOâ„¢ Premium Denim Technology, in Collaboration with modelFIT

With all the flexibility and recovery of a second skin, this premium denim technology powered by ISKOâ„¢ has 4 way holding power, offering complete comfort and freedom. Flex Tech was designed with 80% stretch, making it the ultimate performance jean, defying gravity and complimenting the body with a balance of stretch and recovery that is unprecedented in denim.

In collaboration with ISKOâ„¢ and modelFIT, AYR introduces the scope of movement and beauty of versatility in their Flex Tech denim video. Shot at the modelFIT studio in downtown Manhattan featuring ballerina/muse Suzanne Diaz, the video highlights the versatility of the most future forward fabric on the market.

www.ayr.com

Premium childrenâ€™s line IMPS & ELFS brings in ISKO^TM for the most adorable collaboration yet!

IMPS & ELFS is the first kidâ€™s brand ISKO^TM has collaborated with. The Dutch premium label for the younger generation focuses on Design, Comfort & Quality. The brand is sold over 500 boutiques worldwide and shares a clear vision on â€˜how they want to be a child again and how a child would love to see the world.

Two special denim lines for S/S 2016 are made up of all ISKO patent technologies.

â€˜Fashion in Actionâ€™ allows the kids to play & run with freedom, comfort and most importantly in style, using JEGGINGSâ„¢, ISKO POPâ„¢ and ISKO REFORM XPâ„¢

â€œWe are all artistâ€ is made of ISKOâ„¢ SCRATCHâ€™N JEAN fabric specially crafted for children who love to draw and doodle.Â With a simple scraping technique, kids and parents can make every piece a one of a kind masterpiece.

â€œCollaborating with ISKOâ„¢ has been a great success, bringing our designs to life and giving kids the freedom of movement in a high-quality fabric. Performance is key for kids as jumping, running, and being active is what they doâ€ says Fons Cohen, CEO of IMPS&ELFS.

www.imps-elfs.com/isko

Think comfort and seduction, femininity and contemporary look: that is the BOTTOM UP AMAZING FIT collection, born of the collaboration between LIU JO and ISKOâ„¢. All BOTTOM UP AMAZING FIT collection garments are constructed in ISKO BLUE SKINâ„¢. Itâ€™s a stunning innovation that meets the unique design of LIU JO for an eye-popping collection thatâ€™s totally dedicated to todayâ€™s busy and stylish women.

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Barbour International launched its first denim collection for women using ISKOâ„¢ fabric technology.

Barbour selects ISKOâ„¢ renowned REFORMâ„¢ technology fabrics enhanced with ISKO STAY BLACKâ„¢ and ISKO PJ SOFTâ„¢ to ensure perfect fit and outstanding softness in their new womens collection.

The collection comes in a variety of washes on indigo denim or a sleek black finish with ISKO STAY BLACKâ„¢ technology, special finishing allowing jeans to maintain their saturated black colour and long-lasting biker look.

ISKO PJ SOFTâ„¢Â finishing gives the garments a super soft hand feel inside and out.

Check out the new line

www.barbour.com/blog/elle-biker-blueprint

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JULES introduced a new line dedicated to ultimate freedom of movement

The French brand JULES presented a new collection featuring the ISKO REFORMâ„¢ advanced technologies, to be communicated under the JULES LAB umbrella. This special line, enhanced by ISKOâ„¢ ingredient added value, is leveraging the idea of 24/7 fashion comfort, catering to the urban lifestyle for the contemporary man made possible by smart and practical innovation.

www.jules.com

Bodycon: a revolution in Denim

By encircling traditional cotton yarn with a tight coil of stretch fibers, innovative ISKO REFORMâ„¢ fabric gives Bodycon denim extra stretch power. The greater the pull on the fabric, the more it rebounds, both holding curves in and smoothing them out â€“ making Bodycon jeans the most flattering jeans of their kind. Since its launch, the Bodycon collection has expanded with new fits including the Bodycon 5 Pockets, Bodycon Marrakesh and Bodycon Zipper Skirt.

www.mih-jeans.com/the-bodycon

ISKOâ„¢ announces the collaboration with MCGUIRE Denim

ISKOâ„¢ collaborated with McGuire Denim to create a guerrilla marketing campaign launched via posters in downtown Manhattan and Brooklyn. Inspired by classic 60s and 70s film icons, the campaign featured model Olivia Frischer photographed by New York photographer Darren Keith. McGuireÊ¼s glamorous take on heritage denim was enabled by high performance ISKO REFORMâ„¢ stretch technology .

www.mcguiredenim.com

ISKOâ„¢ & Pull In â€˜Deningâ€™ Collaboration

Pull In, who is the well-known underwear specialist from France launched denim pants four years ago, but wasnâ€™t satisfied with the outcome. However, after conducting some research within the denim sector, Pull In contacted ISKOâ„¢ for theÂ ISKO Future Faceâ„¢ concept. After frequent discussions, ISKOâ„¢& Pull In have launched â€˜Deningâ€™ to support the growing global trend towards â€˜urban leisureâ€™. Pull In has chosen to collaborate with ISKOâ„¢ for the creation of their new collection that puts denim into action. ISKO Future Faceâ„¢ was indeed the ultimate selection for this collaboration.

www.pull-in.com

TOPMAN chose ISKOâ„¢â€™s innovative modern denim to develop its TOPMAN PREMIUM DENIM collection using patented ISKO XMENâ€™Sâ„¢ and ISKO RECALLâ„¢ fabrics.

www.topman.com

Both denim and sparkling jewelry are must-haves, and key icons of style. This common trait is the inspiration of why ISKOâ„¢ has partnered up with Stroilli, to launch theirÂ new â€˜Bling Bling Denimâ€™ collection, which brings together denim and jewels. This collection perfectly expresses the innovative genius of both brands through twelve completely new models, including rings, bracelets and earrings, which combine denim and precious materials. As the global leader in denim innovation, ISKOâ„¢ is the perfect partner for Stroilli, bringing its style, â€˜blueâ€™ creativity and experience to the table along with Stroilliâ€™s designs to generate a highly original collection.

www.stroilioro.com

ISKOâ„¢ announced the co-branding with GERRY WEBER EDITION

Working together, ISKOâ„¢ and GERRY WEBER EDITION have developed a co-branded collection using patented ISKO BLUEJYMâ„¢ fabric to create a true fashion breakthrough. The result is an innovative collection, powered by ISKO BLUEJYMâ„¢, a fabric technology that exudes a sporty attitude. Combining a knit look and feel with denim performance, the collection represents a fabulous fashion fusion of jeans styling and sweatpantsâ€™ comfort, to produce one distinctive personality.

www.gerryweber.com

GaudÃ¬ Jeans puts its trust in ISKOâ„¢â€™s excellence for an exclusive denim collection

Powered by ISKOâ„¢, the GaudÃ¬ collection is truly unique, created with a focus on the minutest details. Garments are made with top quality raw materials, including ISKO FUTURE FACEâ„¢, fabric with the tough look of denim plus exceptional softness that elegantly embraces the bodyÊ¼s curves, without constricting movement. For its FITTING BLUE collection, GaudÃ¬ Jeans chose ISKO REFORMâ„¢ advanced stretch technology for the assurance of perfect fit, superior shape retention and the magic power to make you look a size slimmer.

www.gaudi.it

Get ready to experience the comfort of being fashionable

ISKOâ„¢ and GANG joined forces to put denim into action for two collections rich in sporty attitude: â€˜Sweatie Denimâ€™ for women and â€˜Fitness Denim Cultureâ€™ for men. For its second consecutive season, GANG chose ISKO FUTURE FACEâ„¢ to create jeans with perfect fit and outstanding freedom of movement, both for men and women. This one-of-a-kind patented ISKOâ„¢ denim technology uses an advanced shuttle-woven fabric, which looks like circular knitting and lends jeans an incredibly soft feeling with maximum flexibility for a superior fit.

www.gang-fashion.com

Guess introduced Powerdenim and Powershape using the technology of ISKOâ„¢

Guess features ISKOâ„¢ patented technologies in a new selection of high performance denim.Â The jeans maintain a truly rigid, purist look with distinct twill lines and yarn character, while ensuring ease and versatility for every lifestyle. The authentic spirit of this resistant fabric is combined with one-of-a-kind performance for flexibility and freedom of movement. For women, the ultra-feminine Power Shape range is based on ISKOâ„¢Ê¼s 100% JEGGINGSâ„¢ technology, an incredibly light fabric that adapts perfectly to the bodyÊ¼s curves, embracing the silhouette and creating the wonderful sensation of a second skin. Guess has also developed their new Power Skinny Denim with ISKO Reform XPâ„¢, to provide the brandâ€™s most flattering and effective jeans yet. These jeans are designed to make you look one size smaller, but yet keep itâ€™s comfort.

www.guess.com

ISKOâ„¢ teams up with MAVI for the New POPSTAR Collection

Mavi, innovator in denim design and manufacturing, teams up with Turkeyâ€™s leading denim fabric producer ISKOâ„¢ to launch Mavi POPSTAR, which is an exclusive addition to the Mavi Gold collection for Fall 2015.

www.mavi.com

Blue FF Denim next and â€œEmotionâ€

Following successful collaborations in previous seasons with its Blue Future Face Denim collection, in 2013 leading-edge Japanese brand Moussy developed an outstanding collaboration with ISKOâ„¢ based on the ISKO FUTURE FACEâ„¢ fabric. . For 2014, Moussy again chose ISKOâ„¢, using ISKO REFORM XPâ„¢ to create its engaging Emotion collection.

www.moussy.ne.jp

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James Jeans and ISKOâ„¢ launch the James Twiggy Dancer Jeans collection

ISKOâ„¢ joined James Jeans to create James Twiggy Dancer Jeans, a whole new expression of denim style. With a perfect fit 24 hours a day, they ensure that women wearing them feel comfortable and special all the time. James Twiggy Dancer Jeans use a mix of two cutting-edge technologies: ISKO PJ SOFTâ„¢, powered by 50% Modal fibers for 24/7 comfort and ISKO REFORMâ„¢ forÂ elasticity.

www.jamesjeans.us

â€œNaturallyâ€ jeans: Tom Tailor and ISKOâ„¢ present â€œWe Careâ€

German high-end casual clothing brand Tom Tailor and ISKOâ„¢ have worked closely together to launch the â€˜We Careâ€™ denim collection. Using recycled cotton and the most advanced eco-friendly techniques and treatments, including lasers, the range is produced in ways that ensure significant savings in terms of water and CO2 while creating a stylish, fashionable look.

www.tom-tailor.com

Performance, innovation, personalization: the brand-new partnership between ISKOâ„¢ and 3Ã—1

American brand 3X1 chose ISKOâ„¢ for its womenâ€™s collection to maximize personalized performance. The collections feature ISKO REFORMâ„¢, plus IÌ‡SKOâ„¢â€™s trademarked coatings such as Soft Jeather to incorporate the most innovative finishing techniques. The collaboration between 3X1 and ISKOâ„¢ ensures that every garment embodies the craftsmanship, glamour and optimum fit to best flatter each individual and suit their lifestyle, character and personality.

www.3Ã—1.us

HUDSON and ISKOâ„¢, innovation in our DNA

Premium denim leader HUDSON is collaborating with ISKOâ„¢ to deliver novel new products with uncompromising quality and value in their DNA. HUDSONâ€™s REFORM collection is powered by patented ISKO REFORMâ„¢ technology to create superior 360-degree stretch coupled with maximum retention and recovery. It follows an earlier collaboration when ISKO FUTURE FACEâ„¢ fabric brought innovative knitted denim technology to market offering HUDSON Jeans outstanding freedom of movement.

www.hudsonjeans.com

Sustainable fashion process that underlines Nudie Jeans Post Recycled Dry collection.

With ISKOâ„¢ RECYCLED, old worn-out Nudie Jeans are cut into pieces, then milled down to a cotton-like pulp, which in turn becomes a new yarn and used for new fabrics.Â The advanced method for recovering and re-using denim fabrics enables the creation of a product that enjoys a â€œnew lifeâ€ .

www.nudiejeans.com

Let exceptionality become a habitâ€¦ HABITUAL and ISKOâ„¢, together for a brand new collaboration in style

Los Angeles-based brand HABITUAL used advanced ISKOâ„¢ patented technology to introduce a new collection reflecting a modern classic mood. As it says on the garment hangtag: â€œWe use ISKO POPâ„¢ to deliver unparalleled silk-like softness that you will experience wear after wearâ€¦â€ .

www.habitual.com

Looking cool, feeling smooth, a style of ISKOâ„¢ and Jeckerson!

Looking cool, feeling smooth, Jeckerson collaborated with ISKOâ„¢ to create an exclusive collection for the modern metropolitan man. Jeckerson chose ISKO FUTURE FACEâ„¢, a woven fabric with the softness of a knit to create extraordinary garments that are strong and supple, smart and casual. It also used ISKO technologies for its original Cult collection to express a cosmopolitan yet comfortable style.

ISKOâ„¢â€™s recent collaboration with Jecerkson was made with ISKOâ„¢â€™s Creative Roomâ„¢, who developed the new collection of jJEANS by Jeckerson. jJEANS is a sub-brand of Jeckerson dedicated to a younger target market, and the whole collection was made by a mixture ofÂ ISKOâ„¢â€™s fabrics; including ISKO X-Menâ€™sâ„¢, ISKO Comfortâ„¢, ISKO Bluejymâ„¢ and ISKO Reform XPâ„¢.

www.jeckerson.com

Elegant functionality and sophisticated comfort

C.P. Company chose ISKO FUTURE FACEâ„¢ fabric to create elegant functionality and sophisticated comfort for a new collection of jackets with a natural feel and cotton touch. ISKOâ„¢ innovation allowed C.P. Company to capture all of the comfort, lightness and softness of a knit but with superior shape retention for a perfect fit and complete 360-degree freedom of movement.

www.cpcompany.co.uk

Welcome to a super flex era

With collections designed in Oslo, Bik Bok aims to be the first choice among fashion-conscious girls who follow all the twists and turns of the fashion world. Collections are continually updated with new and inspiring clothes every week. Powered by ISKOâ„¢ fabric technologies, Bik Bokâ€™s super flex jeans couple super high elasticity with a very comfortable fit that perfectly adapts to the bodyâ€™s form.

www.bikbok.com

Spotlights on ISKOâ„¢ and Esprit, to drive fashion forward with the collection 24 Hours 2.0

Esprit partnered with ISKOâ„¢ to produce a collection of denim garments for any occasion. This further comfort evolution is perfect for any event and activity, allowing for 360-degree movement with ISKO FUTURE FACEâ„¢ technology. The exceptional patented shuttle-woven fabric has a look like circular knitting, yet is denim with surprisingly soft features and fit.

www.esprit.co.uk

Once upon a futureâ„¢, tomorrow is now

Denim brand Haikure combines contemporary Italian design with high-performance eco-friendly materials and processes. With high stretch and shape recovery, ISKO RECALLâ„¢ fabric ensures that Haikure jeans maintain a flattering fit. The ISKOâ„¢ fabric is made using organic fibers and is part of the Once Upon a Future partnership between Haikure and ISKOâ„¢ that aims to promote sustainability within the denim supply chain.

www.haikure.com
April 11, 2016
Better Denim Made From Sustainable Cotton And From Sustainable Processes Launches Lindex

Moving one step ahead , Lindex ,one of the leading fashion chains in Europe , has recently launched a spring campaign where sustainability in both material and process is in focus. From January 2016 a vast majority of all Lindex denim is made from sustainable cotton and produced in more sustainable processes saving water, energy and chemicals. With this new range of denim for both womenâ€™s and kids, Lindex continue to set the standard.

Some of the Better Denim styles are completely sustainable; made of organic cotton, with sustainable trims and produced with water, energy and chemical saving processes. All 5-pocket denims have the size printed in the waistband, reducing paper from not using main and size labels. The completely sustainable denims have hangtags made from recycled paper, attached with organic cotton strings. Some of the denim bottoms are even more sustainable with sustainable trims like zippers, buttons, rivets and badges.

For the Better Denim campaign, Lindex also introduces its very first upcycled item â€“ a sneaker made from re-used denim. All parts of the shoe are sustainable with the denim fabric being collected from the post-consumer textile reuse and recycling flow, managed through Lindex stores and sorted by Swedish second hand organization Myrorna. The denim sneaker is made in collaboration between Lindex, Myrorna and Fair Unlimited.

April 7, 2016
SS16 Denim styles from Zara : Zara Collection

Zara brings out refreshing new styles and designs of denim every few weeks. We are bringing in this article in a compilation some of the latest women denim styles sold at Zaragoza during this summer season. Some of them are regularly eunning looks but some are interesting new variants .We bring a large number of looks and collection below

DISTRESSED JEANS :

POWER STRETCH JEANS :

DAMAGED JEANS :

DENIM CULOTTES :

EMBRACE JEANS :

EMBROIDERED JEANS :

“ESSENTIAL FIT” FLARED SKINNY JEANS :

ESSENTIAL FITS JEANS :

FRAYED DENIM CULOTTES :

HIGH ELASTICITY JEGGINGS :

HIGH-WAIST JEANS:

PUSH-UP JEANS :

RIPPED JEANS :

SKINNY DENIM DUNGAREES :

SKINNY JEANS :

BODY CURVE JEGGINGS :

SKINNY TROUSERS :

SLOUCHY JEANS :

STRETCH JEGGINGS :

TIGHT FIT JEANS :

UNISEX JEANS :

ZARA SS’16 Collection from Denimsandjeans.com

April 4, 2016
Bangladesh Fashion Students Stunned The Denim World With Their Designs At The 5th Edition Of Denimsandjeans.com

The 2nd Bangladesh Fashion Studentsâ€™ Denim Design Contest successfully completed on 3rd March ,2016 at Hotel Radisson , Dhaka . This was an initiative to bring the talent of aspiring young designers of Bangladesh to the world. The students from multiple fashion universities including INIFD, NIFT,SMUCT, BUFT etc. had participated in this competition .

The students were given the theme of â€˜Hi â€“ Fashion Denimâ€™ â€“ a trend seen since last year whereby denim has entered the echelons of haute couture clothing. The students were invited to create designs on this concept and provided guidelines and support for the same. We had also planned that the garments of the students would be show cased on the FASHIONIM RUNWAY and the students created the garments with the same in mind. The best 15 garments were also to be put up on voting at our Denimsandjeans show where all the visitors and exhibitors would vote on the designs.

We were frankly not expecting too many international level designs to come up and were expecting to do one single sequence with the garments at the runway. However, we were stumped to see a large number of highly creative designs coming up from the students and we had to finally create 3 sequences at the runway and that too with some difficulty as it was very difficult to reject most of them.

The whole process of students design competition was guided by Ms Anna Troupe, a sustainable design lecturer and social entrepreneur based in Dhaka. Besides there were great contributions by others including Mr Tanveer, Mr Arief Labu, Mr Jamil and Mr Rubaiyat and our Bangladesh and India teams – all of whom helped the students in different ways in reaching the right destination in terms of their designs.

The FASHIONIM runway was already very hot when the collections of Vicunha Textil and Envoy Textil came to the ramp. However, it was literally set on fire when the designs of students were visible on the confidently walking models. The audience were very excited to see some great designs and applauded them all the way. The excited students â€“ who were also present at the show â€“ did not leave any chance of encouraging the models who wore their designs and electrified the atmosphere. Yes ! it was for the first time in the history of denim fashion shows, the designs of young students of Bangladesh was showcased to an international audience including Diesel team from Italy and India. Each and Every design was sophisticated and jaw dropping as well as demiurgic and had received tons of appreciation from all the attendees of FASHIONIM. The theme â€˜Denim In High Fashionâ€™ which was well captured and well executed by the students .

The students started with Letâ€™s have a look at the sketches the students created and converted them into wonderful designs.

The conceptualized designs were then converted into garments specifically tailored to model sizes . The beautiful garments can be seen below :

Click here to see video of Fashion Show : Students Garments

The 15 shortlisted designs were voted upon by all exhibitors and visitors creating a high level of excitement among the students and the universities.

The votes were counted and the winners were declared. We are happy to announce the names of the winners :-

Rank

Name

College

1

Shovon Majumder

SMUCT

2

Fatema Zohoro

SMUCT

3

Shamim Ara Nasrin

NIFT

Special mention and thanks to Vicunha Group for sponsoring a cash prize for the students besides their beautiful DENIM GLASSES which were given to the first prize winner.

There was one special prize for a student , Purna Ahmed , who won the award in the denim accessory section by designing a beautiful Denim Hat â€“ which became very popular and was one of the center of attraction at the photobooth .

Our very special thanks to ENVOY GROUP for providing great support in terms of prizes, sponsorship and guidance. Also we thank SQUARE GROUP for providing the fabric support.

April 1, 2016
Show Report | 5th Edition Denimsandjeans.com Bangladesh
The 5^th Edition of Denimsandjeans.com Bangladesh show ended on a great positive on 3^rd March, 2016 at Dhaka.
The show had 30 exhibitor companies from Brazil, India, Bangladesh, Switzerland, Pakistan, China, Turkey, Indonesia, UAE and had over 1620 visitors.The highlight among the buyersâ€™ visit was that of Diesel Teams from Italy and India to the show and specially when it was the first of its kind in this region by the team. 455 companies and over 1620 visitors from around the world visited the show, among them being important retailers, buying houses, major factories , agents etc. Some of the visiting companies were :

Bestseller United India Pvt.Ltd., Beaumanoir Group,Cecil, Celio Sourcing, Cortefi El Commercial S.A.,Defacto, Diesel Italy , Diesel India, Eclorte Ingles, Ginatricot, Groupe, Beaumanoir, H&M, Itx Trading S.A, Kappahl Far East Ltd., Kik, Lc Waikiki, Levi Strauss & Co., Marks & Spencer, Next Sourcing, Otto International (Hong Kong) Ltd., Otto International Hermes, Puls Trading Far East Limited, Redpoint Jackets Limited, Shop Direct, Target, Tesco, Tesco International, Tom Tailor, Vf Asia Ltd., Walmart Services Ltd.\Crossline, Eco Sourcing Limited, Edcon (Pty) Limited, Ids Group, Indesore Trading, Indochine International, Krayons Sourcing Limited, Kwun Tong Apparels Ltd., Mark Designers Ltd., Nafisa Int’l Trading (BD) Ltd., Ovs Spa Con Socio Unico, Perry Ellis International, Poeticgem International Ltd, Puls Trading Far East Limited, Redpoint Jackets Limited, Sams Attire Ltd, Shelsham Trading Co. Ltd, Synergies Sourcing Bangladesh Limited, Tesco International Sourcing, Tex Alliance, Tex Styles BD Ltd, Tex Tech Co. Ltd., The Edinburgh Woollen Mill Ltd, The TMS Group, Yariqa Fashion, ZXY INTERNATIONA , Chantik Gapmentg Ltd., Dawngroup of Companies, Dekko Group, Design & Source Ltd., Dird Group, Elegant, Epyllion Group, Genesis Washhig Ltd., Jmc Jeans, Km Group, M&J Group, Mayc’s Garments Ltd., MBM Group, Mohammadi Group, Nassa Group, Palmal Group, Panwin Group, Passion Jeans Ltd, Regency Garment Limited, Renaissance Group, Renaissance Sourcing Ltd., Standard Group., Sterling Style Ltd., Tusuka, Unique, Vertex Group, Vogue Tex (Pvt) Ltd,, Windy Group

The show had great response which enthused our exhibitors and made them give eloquent reviews for the show. The video below gives comments from some of the exhibitors who participated from far and wide.

Denimsandjeans is not limited to being a trade show but is a denim event where a number of activities take place and bring together the global denim fraternity where they can share their views , ideas , new technologies , business propositions etc. and enable a closer bonding among them. The 5^th show was no exception and a number of events took place including seminars, live video conferences, student competitions etc.

Global Denim Trends For AWâ€™17- US/Europe/ Asia

Live Video Conference by Leopoldo Durante â€“ Italy

For the first time in any such show , Denimsandjeans organized a direct live video presentation by the Denim Connoiseurâ€“ Leopoldo Durante from Italy. Leopoldo is a denim veteran whose over 25 years experience in denim with some of the most respected brands in the industry including Evisu, Versace Jeans, Martelli, Leviâ€™s , Vf, D&G , Cavalli , Mustang and a host of other important names . He is also the Creative Director of his own eco friendly brand â€“ Care Label . Leopoldo gave some insights into the latest trends for AWâ€™17 for denim and how there was a large difference in the denim created in US, Europe and Asia. He also explained how these differences would gradually be reduced to bring out more natural and authentic denim over the next 2 years. Pl click here for his full presentation

Hi-Fashion Washes for AWâ€™17

Live Video Presentation by Vasco Pizarro from Pizarro Laundries, Portugal

Another first where a live video presentation directly from the showroom of Pizarro laundries enabled the visitors at our show to be directly view the latest washes and wash trends in denim . Vasco displayed a large collection of Hi Fashion washes, which their company is undertaking for AW17 . He brought out some intricate washings on jeans including distressing on multiple patchworks, multiple dyeing , intricate color spotting on jeans and distressing. One of the highlights of his presentation was sublimation printing on various denim and even non denim products including wool . One amazing wash which he showed was a complete change in wash look in the front and back panels of the jeans without having washed them separately !

Denim For Z Generation

A Presentation by Zafer Bozdag, Turkey
- High Elastic Denim and beyond ,Constructions and Finishings in Superstretch denims
- Discussion on problems and solutions
Zafer Bozdag, the reputed denim consultant from Turkey, once again brought out interesting an aspect of denims currently used by the young generation â€“ the super stretches. He explained how the super stretches are being used by the in-brands and the problems faced by producers in using these fabrics . He explained with the help of a big collection of jeans (which the audience was happy to go through) , how the varying degree of stretches used can affect the garment and can cause great style or create problems. (detailed info on the same will be there in another post )

Practical Approaches To Sustainable Denim Production

A panel discussion organized by GIZ â€“ PSES and moderated by Rodney Reed

There was a great panel discussion organized by the GIZ which brought out some of the practical things that the companies in the supply chain were doing to create sustainable denim production. Panelists from reputed companies including H&M, Archroma, GIZ PSES, Zaber Zubair and Envoy Textiles shared their experiences and practical approaches to sustainability that they have been following in their companies .

2nd Bangladesh Fashion Students’ Denim Design Contest

Taking forward from our last show, we organized for the second time a competition among the students of Fashion Universities of Bangladesh to bring out cool designs with the theme â€˜ Hi-Fashion Denim â€˜ . The students brought out some outstanding designs which made it very difficult for us to select the best ones ! In fact the task to select 15 best to go for voting by visitors at our show was very tough . Besides , for the first time, we brought these collections on the runway during our FASHIONIM event on 2^nd March. The designs very much appreciated by international audience at the show.

The students were guided by Ms Anna Troupe â€“ a social and a teacher . They were also helped by , Mr Tanvir, Mr Arief Labu , Mr Jamil, Mr Rubaiyat and of course our own teams in Bangladesh and India .

The best 15 designs were put to vote and visitors and exhibitors to the show voted on same . In the collage below can be seen the sketches initially prepared by the students and later converted into fabulous garments.

Shovon Majumder, SMUCT (middle) secured 1st position, Fatema Zohoro, SMUCT (right) secured 2nd position, Shamim Ara Nasrin, NIFT (left) secured 3rd position at 2nd Bangladesh Fashion Students’ Denim Design Contest. Besides the award from our show, the three winners received a sponsored cash prize by Vicunha Textil, Brazil . They also gave the wonderful denim glasses (made from their fabric) to the first prize winner and the main guide .

FASHIONIM â€“ The Runway Show

Bringing out the FASHIONIM for the third time, we had exclusive collections from two of our exhibitors and great companies â€“ VICUNHA , Brazil and ENVOY TEXTILES â€“ Bangladesh . Their beautiful SSâ€™17 collections set the stage of fire !

VICUNHA

ENVOY

STUDENTSâ€™ GARMENTS

The highlight of the FASHIONIM event was the designs created by the students. These designs, catering to the Haute Couture , were amazing and brought out the
March 28, 2016
Chanel Fall Winter`16 – Ready to Wear

Chanel FW16 collection has a decent sprinkle of denim â€“ once again emphasizing that denim is â€˜Hi-Fashionâ€™ clothing for some of the top designers around the world . Karl Lagerfeld uses the , once workwear fabric, together with some of the most bright girlish colors â€“ pink and purple â€“ and further topping that with a piles of pearl necklace thrown in . Innovative use of denim in hats , boots , gloves, purses further adds to the glamour !

March 27, 2016