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PRPS Spring 2017 Denim For Women
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Donwan Harell retains his penchant for real denim – concentrating a large part of his collection to 100% cotton denims and using the special washes and designs that Â he is known for to give exquisite looks to different pieces. Â In the Spring 2017 collection for women there are someÂ new inclusion as well as the brand continued with their signature, heavily washed denim with amazing distressing, rips, and repairs, as well as some very cool fits ranging from skinny to tapered boyfriends.The collection ranges between USD 195 â€“ USD 350 . Below are some of our favorite picks from the collection .This Collection is also very special as this is the first women line from PRPS since 2011.

Monte Carlo – Balthus Pant | $295.00

These slouchy, tapered jeans were made with destruction in mind. While their chino-inspired cut is straight out of the menâ€™s stylebook, they are fit for women, with twisted side seams and an undone, raw hem.

Fit & Sizing:
- Slouch Taper
- Button Fly
- 100% Cotton
Rip And Repair Cuffed Overall | $325.00

These are the perfect overalls for those who crave extra finishing touches. They feature a bleached-out wash that works with many other design elements, including pieced-together patchwork fabric and raw-edge hems at the feet.

Camaro â€“ Janet |$265.00

This pair of stretch jeans offers a more playful take on the traditional classic boyfriend cut. The wash was created using an enzyme stone with slight destruction and paint-splatter detailing.

Fit & Sizing:
- Mid Skinny
- Zipper Fly
- 94% Cotton/ 5% Polyester/ 1% Elastine
El Camino â€“ Delacroix |$250.00

Designed to be worn loose, this pair of tapered boyfriend jeans can be anÂ everyday favorite. The fabric is non-stretchy, with playful details such as a displaced back pocket and rolled leg cuff.

Fit & Sizing:
- Boyfriend Taper
- Button Fly
- 100% Cotton
El Camino â€“ Barnett |$250.00

Our go-to for classic boyfriend jeans, this piece is non-stretchy and designed to be worn with extra room. Its dark stone wash and slight texture add just the right amount of flare, as it is one of our more pared-down denim designs.

Fit & Sizing:
- Boyfriend Taper
- Button Fly
- 100% Cotton
Camaro â€“ Gericault | $235.00

The beauty is in the understated details for this pair of denim jeans. With uneven hemsÂ working well with the midrise, a cool skinny stretch fitÂ .

Fit & Sizing:
- Mid Skinny
- Zipper Fly
- 94% Cotton/ 5% Polyester/ 1% Elastine
Camaro â€“ Gauguin | $225.00

The material is treated with a black pigment spray for a more saturated look and is finished off with a raw-cut unfolded edge at the hem.

Fit & Sizing:
- Mid Skinny
- Zipper Fly
- 90% Cotton/ 8% Elastomultiester/ 2% Elastine
Fitted Denim Shirt | $195.00

The chambray shirt has forever been a wardrobe staple, and this take on the look is of no exception. With a sun-fade wash and raw, undone hem, this shirtÂ stands out.

Patchwork Cropped Denim Pullover | $250.00

A classic 1980â€™s-inspired silhouette is back and better than before. This short-sleeved, mixed-denim pullover includes front-slit pockets and a raw-edge mock neck for a fresh new take.

El Camino â€“ Veronese | $275.00

If you are one for the holes and windows in your jeans, this one is for you ! . Â This pair of non-stretch denim is replete with heavily destroyed holes down the center and a missing pocket on the back.â€

Patch A-Line Denim Jacket | $295.00

Patchwork meets classic for a truly unique denim jacket. Its silhouette is clean and traditional with quirky add-ons such as a raw hem at the wrists and a missing front pocket.

Patch A-Line Denim Dress |Â $295.00

Mod is the move for this patchwork-denim shift dress. Itâ€™s casual-cool and retro-inspired with a raw, uneven hemline that offers a more modern final touch.

Souvenir Satin Bomber Jacket | $350.00

Souvenir bomber jacket, this piece is composed of raglan denim sleeves and satin quilted body.

– 95% Polyester/ 5% Spandex

Malibu â€“ Paul | $250.00

These are the ideal pants for those who love a cullote cut. The material is non-stretchy in a soft, silicone finish, and cut for a wide-leg styleâ€”perfect to be worn with heels.

Fit & Sizing:
- High Culotte
- Zipper Fly
- 100% Cotton
Oversized Boyfriend Shirt | $235.00

Every woman needs the perfect, oversized boyfriend shirt in her closet, and this one might be it. Itâ€™s cut wide with an undone hem, replete with western-inspired stitching and details.

About PRPS

Ground breaking designer and founder of Prps, Donwan Harrell is the first American designer to bring Japanese denim jeans to the United States. Established in 2002, Donwan single handedly started the rise of the Japanese luxury denim jeans business in America.

He doesnâ€™t simply just make washed & selvedge jeans, Donwan constantly researches, selects premium denim and uses revolutionary washes that has changed the face of mens fashion & celebrity fashion as we know it. Prps has 3 collections that are shaping the menâ€™s fashion industry: Prps Noir, Prps and Prps Goods & Co. Every characteristic of every garment produced by Prps is representative of Donwanâ€™s penchant for meticulousness. No detail, no matter how minute, goes overlooked; creating the best jeans to date. Your pair of Prps will last, allowing you to live in them to create your own imprint. Prps premium jeans are â€œBruised, Never Broken.â€

Please save the dates for the second edition of Denimsandjeans Vietnam to be held on June 7-8 at Gem Center, Ho Chi Minh City , Vietnam . For invitation , please register here.

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March 13, 2017
H&M Launches Denim United | Unisex Collection

H&M, the Swedish fast-fashion giant, has recently announced the launch of Denim United, a unisex denim collection, available exclusively online at hm.comÂ shortly.Â Â Denim United treats his and her clothing as equals, blurring the borders and challenging the prescribed norms of what is considered feminine and what looks masculine. Traditional style is the guiding principle and silhouettes and materials are used interchangeably for menâ€™s wear and womenâ€™s wear. The result is a sustainable, modern collection for everyone.

“It is very natural for us to launch a unisex collection as fashion is constantly evolving and intersecting and today we see there are no boundaries in democratic style. Fashion should always be inclusive,” says Marybeth Schmitt, H&M Spokesperson.

Denim United will feature oversized silhouettes and casual mix and match pieces which creates an effortless style with work wear jackets, overalls, and slouchy shorts, all in a range of washes ,including pinstripe denim and dark wash. The denim pieces combined with high neck t-shirts or the oversized hoody make for the quintessential normcore look . Prices range from USD 19.99 to USD 49.99.

With this collection H&M is continuing their work towards a more sustainable fashion future and closing the loop on fashion. The garments in the Denim United collection are all made with more sustainable materials such as organic cotton and recycled cotton.H&M introduced its first sustainable collection in 2010.

About H & M

H & M Hennes & Mauritz AB (publ) was founded in Sweden in 1947 and is quoted on Nasdaq Stockholm. H&M’s business idea is to offer fashion and quality at the best price in a sustainable way. In addition to H&M, the group includes the brands & Other Stories, Cheap Monday, COS, Monki and Weekday as well as H&M Home. The H&M group has more than 4,300 stores in 64 markets including franchise markets. In 2016, sales including VAT were SEK approximately 223 billion. The number of employees amounts to more than 161,000.

Please save the dates for the second edition of Denimsandjeans Vietnam to be held on June 7-8 at Gem Center, Ho Chi Minh City , Vietnam . For invitation , please register here.

March 10, 2017
London Fashion Week Fall 2017 Ready To Wear

Denim continues to beÂ a part of collections of many a designers at the London Fashion Week. Each designer had his/her own interpretation of fashion aspect of denim from simple workwear to haute couture looks ! . We cover some of the main designers who used denim in their collections.

Marques ‘ Almeidat

Replacing traditional bluesÂ and styles, Marques Almeida adopted subtle and bright blues to create their Texan tuxedos . Frayed skirts , fabric mixes and diverse model body sizes further added to diversity in the collection.

House of Holland

Henry HollandÂ combined bright coloredÂ oversized coats to pair with the denims . Super flares attached to the jeansÂ add further zing to the denim pieces inspired by American fashion.

Fashion East

Relatively lesser known label, Fashion East , brought out their own shredded looks to runway.

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Faustine Steinmetz

Faustine steinmetz is arguably one of the most well known designers today. Her FALL 2017 collection is inspired by denim looks from countries like Colombia and Israel. Her pieces have her own special signature and manyÂ of them just stand out.Â One of the most outstanding one is a denim suite encrusted with thousands of crystals and the jeans uniquely frayed.

Ashley Williams

Victoria Victoria Beckham

Toga

Topshop Unique

Natasha Zinko

Versus Versace

MM6 Maison Margiela

March 10, 2017
Orange Tab From Levi’s Makes A Comeback In Spring 2017

Bringing back the era of 1960s , the Orange tab from Levi’s is back in Spring’17 collection. The orange tab symbolized style and youth during the counterculture of the 1960s. Since then, old- school Orange Tabs have become the ultimate score for vintage collectors and denim heads alike.

â€œJust as weâ€™ve seen vintage 501s and 505s being the height of fashion, I see Orange Tab as being the next level of that,â€ said Jonathan Cheung, Leviâ€™sÂ® Senior Vice President of Design. â€œGoing to vintage dealers and watching the prices of vintage Orange Tab climb is a reflection of desirability.â€

Adding the flavour of innovation and comfort, Orange Tab for Spring 2017 features vintage-inspired finishes along with updated fits and fabrics. Fabrics are based on archival 60â€™s and â€˜70s Orange Tab fabric, but with a bit a stretch for a modern feel. The Orange Tab Work Shirt for Spring 2017 acts as a hybrid of Leviâ€™sÂ® classic Western and Work Shirts while the iconic Trucker jacket gets some Orange Tab touches, like the arcuate and welt pockets.

In womenâ€™s, thereâ€™s the classic 517â„¢ Cropped jean, known for its collector appeal. The collection also features a cropped version of the new 505â„¢C, a 721 Vintage High Rise, and a workwear-inspired Culotte, all with design details ranging from additional belt loops to patch pockets. Tees and tops feature Leviâ€™sÂ® logos and prints pulled right from our Orange Tab Archives, while other seasonal products, like the Orange Tab overalls and vented skirt, embody that signature 60â€™s/70â€™s vintage look.

Please save the dates for the second edition of Denimsandjeans Vietnam to be held on June 7-8 at Gem Center, Ho Chi Minh City , Vietnam . For invitation , please register here.

March 9, 2017
Burberry Spring 17 Collection

Burberry is not a typical denim label. In fact , it is hard to see any denims in Burberry collections. However, during theÂ Spring’17 runway,Â Â we find some elegant -but not so real (distressed, overworked) – denim Â showing up. Wide legged jeans for women with an offbeat blue color , interestingly embroidered hems, and workwear look jackets and pants for men in cord denims were the only two pieces which came up and represented the denim industry in Burberry collection !

March 7, 2017
Faustine Steinmetz Autumn 2017 Collection

Denim is a perennial source of fascination for designers like Faustine Steinmetz who use turn denim making into an art form. She studies the various trends originating in different regions of the world and develops the idea further.

The Â current collection for AW 17 has been inspired by trends in Nordic regions, Israel, South America etc. She goes from very clean and tidy Nordic looks to mashed up denims with embroideries and embellishments in South America and attractive washes in Israel. She develops further on these themes and adds her own special element of touch there. Â Her collection always stands out in a market where thousands of brands and designers bring out their own variations to denim. On

The piece below stands out with a unique degree of embellishment without looking gaudy – and of course is highly instagrammable !

A clean nordic look.

This piece has signature Faustine elements of multiple distressing and 3D looks !

February 22, 2017
Bengaluru Hosts First Denimsandjeans India Show !

Bengaluru has been recently anointed as the most dynamic city in the world by JLL City Momentum Index.Â According to its fourth annual assessment, which tracks 42 indicators, Indiaâ€™s technology hub, and the capital of the Indian state of Karnataka, is strides ahead of its rivals in terms of the speed of progress in property, economics and digital success.Â The index is intended to “identify change and highlight which cities or metropolitan areas may be best at positioning themselves to compete in today’s ever-changing economic landscape,” Jeremy Kelly, research director at JLL, wrote in a blog post for the World Economic Forum.

Technology and innovation, and a city’s capacity to support it, drove Bangalore to the top spot this year . This dynamism of the city is not limited just to the IT sector , but the apparel sector also imbibes the associated dynamism as the city is host to a number of important apparel brands headquarters and a base for large jeans manufacturing units. Bengaluru brings together the skills of its expert labour and and technology base together to create a strong apparel industry both for export and domestic sector .

It is for this dual dynamism of the city which became the main reason for its being selected as the host city for Â the first edition of Denimsandjeans India show on September 25& 26, 2017 .

The Indian denim industry has been growing by leaps and bounds and with a capacity of 1.3 billion mts p.a , India is the second largest producer of denim fabrics worldwide. This huge capacity is catering not only to exports but also to a large and a growing market of denim jeans in India . With the current demand in the local market estimated to be about 500+ million denim garments, India has already overtaken US as the second largest denim market in the world after China . This gives India the dual advantage of being a large producer as well as a large market for finished products with an every growing and fashion conscious population . Besides, the Govt. of India’s recently announced Textile policy is further likely to give impetus to this industry .

Denimsandjeans seeks to create a platform for the industry to come together and grow further . We will provide further information on the show as a number of education , fashion and knowledge partners come together to make this event much more than a trade event .

February 21, 2017
Tommy Hilfiger Spring 2017 Ready To Wear Instagrammable Collection !

Its not many times that you see Tommy Hilfiger come out with such an Instagrammable collection with social media in mind !

A collaboratiion with Giga Hadid who used her beach background and reference to some archives to bring out a 90s patchworked , hand embroidered jazzy collection which can be an instant hit on social media among the young cool generation of today ! The designer used the patchworks ,Â embroideries, stripes, motifs and mixed fabrics to get stunning looksÂ and a throwback to that carefree era of 80s and 90s ! Even the plain chinos got young and elevated with the embroideries and patchworks !

The collection launch was also unique in other ways. It was launched in California and not NY.Â The designer used the fashion event to show his solidarity for the #TiedTogether movement, by getting his models to sport white bandanas in protest of Donald Trump’s anti-refugee order attachingÂ a political view to the launch .

Do we smell correctly that the DENIM MASHUP theme is getting stronger and stronger ?

February 11, 2017
Dolce & Gabbana Fall 2017 Mashup Denim For Men

We thought that Mashed up denim â€“ with external elements like emborideries , patches, embellishments etc â€“ was mainly a womensâ€™ denim trend . However,Â D&G prove it otherwise with their Fall 2017 mensâ€™ colllection. We can see all kinds of brocade patch jeans, embroideries, sketches, mosaics and all plastered all over the jeans and jackets for men in the collection. The number of buttons, threads, patches etc attached to one garment could easily put an Indian brideâ€™s wedding dress to shame !. To top it all are the canine looks attached to the jackets for that real cold winter season.

February 9, 2017
The SS17 Collection By KITH
After collaborating with Adidas , Coca Cola and even The Lox , the New York based streetwear brand KITH unveiled their new Spring/Summer 2017 collection. This the first time when the brand dedicated their collection exclusively for Denim . The collection includesÂ two cuts of jeans and a trucker jacket. Crafted from 12 oz Moroccan denim cloth, each pair has gone through intense washing and development cycles for over a year to meet standards for intense quality and feel as well as comfort. The brand also came up with distressed denim jacket in both the color -Â blue and black. The jeans also come in the light indigo and black, as well as a grey option.

Kith also returns to their classic Astor Bomber Jacket and undershirts. The brand has also collaborated with LA based brand Calux to create waffle thermal sweatshirts and sweatpants in grey and light purple. The KITH Spring 2017 collection is available at all KITH locations and its official site.

KITH CLASSICS HAWKINS DESTROYED TRUCKER JACKET

DETAILS
- 12 oz Moroccan denim
- Oversized fit with drop shoulder
- Washed, tattered, and destroyed
- Left sleeve Kith print
- Front pleats
- Custom shank buttons
- Material: 100%Â Cotton
KITH CLASSICS MONROE DESTROYED DENIM

DETAILS
- Monroe Denim silhouette
- 12 oz Moroccan denim
- Washed, tattered, and destroyed
- Skinny tapered fit
- Extended inseam for stacked appearance
- Extended rise
- 5 pockets
- Custom shank buttons
- Attached denim loop with custom branding
- Material: 98% Cotton / 2% Spandex
KITH CLASSICS VARICK DESTROYED DENIM

DETAILS
- Varick Denim silhouette
- 12 oz Moroccan denim
- Washed, tattered, and destroyed
- Classic fit with slight taper
- Medium rise
- Ripped Kith logo print on left knee
- 5 pockets
- Custom shank buttons
- Attached denim loop with custom branding
- Material: 98% Cotton / 2% Spandex
KITH CLASSICS HAWKINS DESTROYED TRUCKER JACKET

DETAILS
- 12 oz Moroccan denim
- Oversized fit with drop shoulder
- Washed, tattered, and destroyed
- Left sleeve Kith print
- Front pleats
- Custom shank buttons
- Material: 100%Â Cotton
KITH CLASSICS MONROE DESTROYED DENIM

DETAILS
- Monroe Denim silhouette
- 12 oz Moroccan denim
- Washed, tattered, and destroyed
- Skinny tapered fit
- Extended inseam for stacked appearance
- Extended rise
- 5 pockets
- Custom shank buttons
- Attached denim loop with custom branding
- Material: 98% Cotton / 2% Spandex
KITH CLASSICS VARICK DESTROYED DENIM

DETAILS
- Varick Denim silhouette
- 12 oz Moroccan denim
- Washed, tattered, and destroyed
- Classic fit with slight taper
- Medium rise
- Ripped Kith logo print on left knee
- 5 pockets
- Custom shank buttons
- Attached denim loop with custom branding
- Material: 100% Cotton
KITH CLASSICS MONROE DESTROYED DENIM

DETAILS
- Monroe Denim silhouette
- 12 oz Moroccan denim
- Washed, tattered, and destroyed
- Skinny tapered fit
- Extended inseam for stacked appearance
- Extended rise
- 5 pockets
- Custom shank buttons
- Attached denim loop with custom branding
- Material: 98% Cotton / 2% Spandex
The Second Edition of Denimsandjeans Vietnam is scheduled on June 7-8 at Gem Center, Ho Chi Minh City , Vietnam. Please register here for Invitation.
February 8, 2017
SS17 Collection By FDMTLS

Japanese label FDMTL (Fundamental Agreement Luxury) recently unveiled its lookbook for their new Spring / Summer 2017 collection. The brand continues to offer selection of patchwork pieces come to fore as the Japanese-bred imprint is apt to purvey. In FDMTLâ€™s Spring/Summer 2017 collection, they continue their never ending experimental journey into denim while also including other pieces to show versatility and well-roundedness.Â The indigo items in the collection play with beautifully executed patchwork done with a vintage feel.Â The collection also underscores a workmanâ€™s casual aesthetic which we find to be simply mouth watering.

February 3, 2017
Munich Fabric Brings 100 Companies In Blue Zone | Jan 31- Feb 1

Munich Fabric Start, which begins from todayÂ has aÂ total Â of 800 fabrics and 280 additional suppliers from over 37 countries Â presenting their collections. The exhibitors will also showcase a series of dynamic, innovative and sustainable solutions and processes and innovations affecting not just silhouettes, materials and colors, but also structures of the entire market.

With over 100 brands the two halls of the BLUEZONE are once again fully booked. With 75 established denim mills in Hall 7 the ALL STAR MILLS alone presents an international premium portfolio and current developments, finishes and washes for denim & sportswear. New names here include: ALBIATE 1830, KURABO, DENIM STUDIO, BLU INTERNATIONAL, CRESENT, REDMARK, FIREMOUNT and SOORTY. At CATALYZER in Hall 6, 25 suppliers will be providing information on innovations with a focus on denim heritage and blueprints as well as sustainability.

Let’s Detox Denim – Mission Blue by bluesign technologies AG and G-Star Raw show a commitment for a healthy, save and environmentally-friendly production process. G-Star plays a leading role in the detox of denim by using bluesignÂ® systems to maintain this philosophy. bluesignÂ® systems is based on a holistic approach with input stream management for a reduced use of chemicals and a maximum protection of people and environment.

KEYHOUSE – THE INNOVATIVE THINK TANK

‘Fashion goes Technology’ is the heading for KEYHOUSE in Hall 5. Here over 40 suppliers will be showcasing their latest technology and sustainability developments that can be integrated into textile products and high fashion. The wide-ranging and individual portfolio reflects the future of the sector which is increasingly exploring the topic of sustainable and forward-looking textiles and processes. Names here include: Schoeller, Toyota, Panteratex, Grantec, Cordura, Lenzing, Filatures du Parc, Naveena sowie Dyneema and Ecoalf.

The significance of this comprehensive theme revolutionising the fashion and textiles market is also demonstrated by the renewed presence of SOURCEBOOK at KEYHOUSE. A cooperation between leading European companies in the textiles and technology sectors, this offers an insight into the influential and defining development processes of the future. The notable pioneers in this R&D sector focusing on Fashion Tech, Wearable Tech and Smart Materials include: TheLab by Elektrocouture, Strick Zella, ITA by RWTH Aachen, Forster Rohner Textile Innovation as well as Trotec.

SUSTAINABLE INNOVATIONS FORUM

Under the heading “Sustainable Innovations” MUNICH FABRIC START is bringing ideas from the distant future into the Here and Now. In collaboration with the sustainability expert Nina Marenzi from the platform The Sustainable Angle, Kern Kommunikation – experts in innovation and sustainability and long-standing cooperation partner of the trade fair – has identified selected, outstanding innovative approaches that will be showcased on 31 January and 1 February 2017 at a special presentation area at KEYHOUSE.

From fruit leather and non-woven wool through to fibres made from citrus fruit – the forward-looking concepts selected by Marenzi and Kern Kommunikation for “Sustainable Innovations” provide a progressive and new twist on familiar materials and processes as well as their transformation in an age of thoughtfulness.

HIGHTEX AWARD

With a specially initiated HIGHTEX AWARD, the innovation prize awarded for the first time at the last event, it has been possible to create a forum that increasingly takes the high demand for innovation, added value and unique selling points on the textile and fashion market into consideration. The presentation of the specially created award, designed by VOJD STUDIOS Berlin in 3D technology, is a recognition of the achievements in these areas, allowing designers and product managers additional creative potential in collection design. The HIGHTEX AWARD winners will be presented on 31 January 2017 at 2.00pm at KEYHOUSE.

LI EDELKOORT – EXCLUSIVE TREND PRESENTATION

The highlight of the events programme is an exclusive lecture by the renowned trend expert Li Edelkoort presenting her interpretations on the topic of TRANSITION for Spring Summer 18 at MUNICH FABRIC START and providing initial insights into the season Autumn Winter 18/19. Furthermore, numerous expert workshops, panel discussions and trend seminars on seasonal themes and technology, finishing and research will also be on the agenda.

The continuously increasing importance of denim in the apparel industry in Vietnam brings out another edition of Denimsandjeans shows at HCMC in June 2017. With the first Denim Show in Vietnam launched by the Denimsandjeans.com, the second edition in June 2017 brings some of the leading denim jeans and fabric companies besides chemical, accessory and other suppliers in the denim supply chain.

For Invitation , please register here.

January 31, 2017