Author: Sandeep Agarwal

Faustine Steinmetz Collaborates With Diesel

London based designer – Faustine Steinmetz recently collaborated with Diesel and launched its capsule collection featuring surreal denim pieces . Recently, Dieselâ€™s artistic director- Nicola Formichetti, introduced the Diesel Denim Lab to enable the young designers to experiment and push the limits of their understanding of fashion . Diesel identified Steinmetz for the collaboration and this resulted into a capsule collection which came out after the efforts put into Denim Lab of Diesel .

The collection is filled with surrealist, mesh-denim combines. Bringing out the burn out effect on each piece of skirt, shirt, pant and jacket using a transparent devorÃ© motif , the garments look surreal . The remaining fabric seems magically suspended in midair. The full collection is now available for the sale on the official website of Diesel . The collection price starts with USD 228 and closes at USD 998 . Scroll down to check out some of our favorite pieces.

F-J-07 | JACKETS

This short-sleeve trucker jacket focuses on innovative craftsmanship and stand-out style. Crafted from dark-wash denim, it’s characterised by an impactful devorÃ© workmanship that creates scratched and transparent panels. Finished with two buttoned pockets and a front zip fastening ,100%Polyamide-Nylon ,Burnout effect

F-5P-11 084HI | TROUSERS & SHORTS

These one-of-a-kind denim trousers are crafted with expertise to a contemporary, relaxed silhouette. The even and dark wash creates an unexpected contrast with the transparent devorÃ© motif, a characteristic of this capsule collection. 5 pocket style, finished with minimal decoration to make the unique workmanship stand out: classic metal rivets, tone on tone stitching and a smooth waistband with button fastening, 88%Cotton 12%Polyamide-Nylon

F-B-01 |GADGET & OTHERS

This ample tote is expertly crafted from cotton denim and finished with a unique devorÃ© effect. Featuring a roomy compartment and long denim handles, this timeless style has been reinterpreted in a contemporary and unexpected way , 100%Polyamide-Nylon

F-D-01| DRESSE

Sleeveless denim dress. The careful construction of the piece is emphasised by the devorÃ© workmanship which creates a contemporary transparent effect. Two buttoned front pockets add a utility-luxe twist. Cinched at the waist with a matching self-tie belt , 88%Cotton 12%Polyamide-Nylon, Sleeveless Wrapover with belt

F-D-02 |DRESSE

The distinctive devorÃ© workmanship of this short-sleeve denim dress- featuring scratched and transparent burnouts – creates a spellbinding, contemporary and piece. The silhouette is straight and slightly boxy, with a round neckline and wide sleeves. Short zipper fastening at the back , 100%Polyamide-Nylon

F-J-06 |JACKETS

Subverting a classic approach to trends, the Female Denim Capsule Collection is both modern and unique. This trucker jacket is interpreted in light-wash denim with an all-over devorÃ© workmanship that creates an impactful transparent effect. Fastened with smooth metal buttons – 100%Polyamide-Nylon

F-J-08 | JACKETS

This full-length coat is an example of modern craftsmanship. The wrapover silhouette has a relaxed fit, detailed with two breast pockets and a simple self-tie fastening. The fabric features an all-over devorÃ© workmanship for an innovative and uneven transparent effect – 100%Polyamide-Nylon

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May 15, 2017
G Star Raw Pre Spring 2018 Collection
With continued innovation and research , G-Star Raw recently recently unveiled its pre-spring 2018 collection where the brand featured their latest styles in an installation and model format. The presentations added more curiosity ! . One room for each innovation was dedicated at their New York headquarters and name was given to each room :
1. The Elwood
2. The Denim Fit Zone
3. The Innovation Zone
4. The G Star Elwood X25II
Denim high waisted romper, military green jeans , sleeveless white denim jackets, cigarette styled crumpled 3D jeans stood out.

This is visible in some of the styles â€” especially ones where 3-D design techniques are applied to flatter the body and strategically placed seams and pockets creates the illusion of a more narrow and slender figure. Innovation-wise, the brand has focused on researching the bodyâ€™s movement, resulting in pieces with knit inserts, which allow for a more flexible pant or jacket.

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May 12, 2017
Le Denim By 13 Bonaparte

Parisian menswear label 13 Bonaparte has recently launched a capsule collection called -Â Le Denim .The collection comes out in a collaboration with soloists of the New York City Ballet, Megan LeCrone & Harrison Ball, and photographer Edward Lane. It features 19 pieces with the highlight being a unisex as well as men’s collection . Prices range from $140 to $440. Kimono Jackets, Dress elastic wide pants, high waist mini skirts, mandarin collars and other styles form part of the collection – wide away from the distressed denim world .

About 13 Bonaparte

13 Bonaparte is a contemporary, seasonless wardrobe reflecting an urban, chic and inquisitive sensibility. The brand emerges from the most inspiring elements of thoughtful design, innovative fabrication and distinguished styling.13 Bonaparte manufactures solely in Europe which allows a sharp follow up of fabrication and gives to each piece allure and racy style.The store and the design studio are located in Parisian Haut-Marais, at 2 bis rue de Normandie.

Joining us at the second edition of Denimsandjeans Vietnam Denim Supply Chain Show , One of the most reputed Garment Manufactures Phong Phu Corporation from Vietnam. To see the latest collection, please visit the show on June 7-8 at Gem Center,Ho Chi Minh City. For Invitation, Please register here : https://lnkd.in/fsTuZMb

May 7, 2017
Seamless Denim Quilted Jacket By Santoni And Tencel

Santoni, a leading Italian manufacturer of a wide range of circular knitting machines and Â co-operates with Lenzing Fibres, a producer of Tencel branded fibre, in a new denim project.

The previous co-operation with Lenzing focused on the knitting of a new one-piece denim garment that would fit the modern rapidly evolving lifestyle. â€œThis just-in- time semi-finished garment was tailored for the ever fast-changing fashion world. The idea of innovative knit denim as a contrast to the traditional woven denim fabric highlights the product concept as it combines denimâ€™s soul with sportswearâ€™s athleisure performance features,â€ the company explains.

Mec-Mor CMP knitting machine

The new project concerns the knitting of an innovative denim double-face quilted fabric produced by Santoniâ€™s double jersey circular knitting machine, the Mec-mor CMP, and Lenzingâ€™s Tencel fibre. The Mec-Mor CMP, with open variable panel (Variatex technology) is a circular knitted garment length machine complete with rib border separation.

With unique finished looks, oneÂ single machine can produce all sizes without wastages, thanks to the variable width of the fabric panels that allows the exact number of working needles to be selected for the required size of product.

The totally reversible quilted jacket knitted on the Mec-Mor machine isÂ Seamless . The border is not sewn as it is integrated into the fabric panel, as well as incorporating the pockets. It is a double-faced jacket that can have various patterns and logos directly knitted into it by the machine. These designs have a very high resolution thanks to the fine inherent GG 20 characteristics.

Tencel fibre

Tencel is the sustainable lyocell fibre derived from wood pulp. According to the manufacturer, only wood from certified or controlled sources is used to make Tencel using a closed loop production system. This fibre production process is eco-friendly and has received numerous certifications and awards including the European Award for the Environment and Oeko-Tex.

Seamless denim quilted jacket

The new totally-reversible seamless denim quilted jacket produced on the Santoni machine aims to provide greater comfort due to its dedicated areas of increased fit and well-being as determined by the use of embedded indigo Tencel fibre and elastomers to give higher elasticity and flexibility.

The multi-layered seamless knitted panel consists of three layers of different yarns with a reverse use. The resulting quilting effect is obtained directly on the machine by specific stitches that hold the two layers of fabric, together this produces a thickness in the fabric, so creating a quilting effect which increases the profile of the relief when compared to the rest of the fabric, giving a unique change in its texture.

Extra decorative patterns may be added to the surface to create unlimited 3D technical effects and design. Separate reinforced points can be inserted as well. Each side of the panel can be the front layer, allowing for either an active or a smart-classical denim jean look.

Â Santoni

Santoni was founded in 1919 as the first Italian socks machine manufacturer. In 1988, the company was acquired by the prestigious Lonati Group, world leader in the production of socks and pantyhose machines. Since then the company has become synonymous with the â€œSeamlessâ€ phenomenon, becoming itself the world leader in the production of electronic knitting machines for garments without seams.

Today Santoni meets 97% of the worldwide demand for seamless machines, which are used in various sectors of the garment industry including underwear, sportswear, beachwear, outerwear and medical garments. See more info here Â .

May 4, 2017
PRPS Mud Smeared Jeans At Nordstrom Create Controversy !

Nordstrom started to sell the innovative PRPS muddy jeans for $425 . PRPS is a great brand and they come out with some very cool washes. However, Nordstrom was not ready for the kind ofÂ adverse reaction on the social media.

Description on Nordstrom: Heavily distressed medium-blue denim jeans in a comfortable straight-leg fit embody rugged, Americana workwear that’s seen some hard-working action with a crackled, caked-on muddy coating that shows you’re not afraid to get down and dirty.

Some reactions on Twitter and other social media were harsh and very

Even the mainstream media including Forbes, NYtimes and others have been critical and Nordstrom is drawing jeers for this product.

But to be honest , the product itself does not seem to be a problem. In fact , it is quite innovative. Speaking from strictly development perspective, it is actually a piece of washing art. The problem seems to be the pricing. At $425 and with connotations of a worker jeans, the reaction has been very adverse. Another aspect has been the very striking looks of the jeans / jackets where the mud looks very â€œIn your faceâ€.

The controversy might , however, hurt Nordstrom, which is already under pressure on various quarters. For the rest of us in the denim industry, we think the looks must be enjoyed and analysed for further creativity !

April 29, 2017

R-Evolution At Denim PV | April 26-27

Denim PremiÃ¨re Vision is celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2017. Nearly 20 sessions after its inception, the brand continues an evolution begun in 2016 with the Tomorrow is Calling campaign, and an entirely new programme. R-EVOLUTION, the theme of the April show, marks the arrival of a complete refresh. This re-thought event engaged closely with the market, industry and brands to study, together with the community as a whole, the issues it faces today, to infuse the sector with new vitality and to create the denim of tomorrow. For 48 hours, Masterclasses, the Hackathon, the PremiÃ¨re Vintage Market, and never-before seen creations by 84 exhibitors will propel visitors and exhibitors alike to the heart of the sectorâ€™s major technical and technological innovations, complete with an analysis of advantages and future potential in terms of product trends. They will unveil new sources of inspiration and new fashion directions. For the first time ever, this truly stimulating, creative and inventive hub will showcase real-time denim development projects designed by students from the best fashion and technology schools. In addition, masterclasses will welcome renowned experts from other sectors, the better to encourage creative thinking and initiatives for tomorrowâ€™s denim players

A REDESIGNED TRENDS AREA

A combination of future, phygital merchandising and a contemporary art museum, an alternative and singular expression of the autumn winter 2018-19 denim fashion themes.
4 immersive universes present the fashion trends through a pared-down and assured selection of new products and specific developments from the Denim PremiÃ¨re Vision exhibitors:

BOLD

Boldness in terms of both materials and shapes. Arrogant lines, impertinent and resolutely light volumes.

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RECODE

Deviant geometry, cloudy dark and colourful profile. Turn a jacket inside out and closely consider cuffs and lapels.

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BEYOND

Focus on what overextends and overflows. Form shapes softly.

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RAINFALL

Asphalt runners in the rain. Sparking contrast, crunchiness, and glazed surfaces.

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Specific, informative signage to promote eco-responsible and fashion developments. Cleaner cottons teamed with bio-sourced synthetics, industrialized natural processes such as vegetable dyes, ever more innovative recycling, innovations in terms of environmental commitments, and better traceability thanks to blockchain technology.

For 2 days,renowned speakers & denim icons will share on hot topics such as:

WEDNESDAY, 26^th APRIL

2pm : SMART CREATION MASTERCLASS
A survey of solutions for sustainable design and production.
Speaker: Yann Queinnec, Managing director of Affectio Mutandi.

4pm : INNOVATION MASTERCLASS
All the keys for successfully implementing innovation strategy.
Speaker: Luc Bretones, Executive Vice President of the Orange Technocentre and Head of Orange VallÃ©e

THURSDAY, 27th APRIL

11:30am : THE TRENDS OF TOMORROW MASTERCLASS
What will tomorrowâ€™s denim look like?
Speaker: Stefano Aldighieri, Founder of Another Design Studio

2pm : PRODUCT INNOVATION MASTERCLASS
How to respond to consumer expectations: fabrics, washes, innovations, trends?
Speaker: Fabio Adami Dalla Val, Head of R&D, M&J Group

Exhibitorsâ€™ List

Company Name	Country	Category
A14 DENIM BY AKOZBEKLER	Turkey	Garments and Finishings
ABSOLUTE DENIM	ThaÃ¯land	Weaver
ACTIVE LINE	Morocco	Garments and Finishings
ADVANCE DENIM	China	Weaver
AKKUS TEKSTIL	Turkey	Garments and Finishings
ARTISTIC FABRIC MILLS	Pakistan	Weaver
ARTISTIC MILLINERS	Pakistan	Weaver
ARVIND LIMITED	India	Weaver
ATLANTIC MILLS	ThaÃ¯land	Weaver
AZGARD-9	Pakistan	Weaver
BAYKANLAR TEKSTIL	Turkey	Garments and Finishings
BLUE FARM	Hong Kong	Weaver
CALIK DENIM	Turkey	Weaver
CCK / CELLULE COPYRIGHT	France	Promotion / Service
CLOSE TO CLOTHES	France	Labeling
CONE DENIM	USA	Weaver
COPEN UNITED	Hong Kong	Accessories
CRAFIL	Portugal	Accessories
CROSSING	Morocco	Garments and Finishings
DENIM CLOTHING COMPANY	Pakistan	Garments and Finishings
DENIM INTERNATIONAL	Pakistan	Garments and Finishings
DERIDESEN ETIKET	Turkey	Labeling
DESERT STUDIO	UAE	Garments and Finishings
DNM TEXTILE	Turkey	Weaver
DORLET	France	Metal Trimmings
DYNAMO DENIM	Turkey	Garments and Finishings
ETIMED	Spain	Labeling
FILATURES DU PARC	France	Fibers / Yarn Producers
FIREMOUNT TEXTILES	Mauritius	Garments and Finishings
GLOBAL DENIM MEXICO	Mexico	Weaver
GLOBAL DENIM TEKSTIL	Turkey	Garments and Finishings
I.MA.TEX.	Italy	Weaver
JEANOLOGIA	Spain	Technology
KASIV	Turkey	Labeling
KASSIM DENIM	Pakistan	Weaver
KILIM DENIM	Turkey	Weaver
KIPAS	Turkey	Weaver
KMS	Turkey	Accessories
KURABO INDUSTRIES	Japan	Weaver
KUROKI	Japan	Weaver
LARUSMIANI	Italy	Weaver
LAVASSER	Morocco	Garments and Finishings
LNJ DENIM	India	Weaver
M&J GROUP	Bangladesh	Garments and Finishings
MAFACO	Morocco	Weaver
MARASSI DENIM	Turkey	Weaver
MARISA	Morocco	Garments and Finishings
MARITAS DENIM	Turkey	Weaver
MAROC EXPORT	Morocco	Promotion / Service
MBLUE	Turkey	Weaver
MOROCCAN DENIM CLUSTER	Morocco	Promotion / Service
MOU FUNG	Hong Kong	Weaver
MYRAGS	Italy	Technology
NAVEENA DENIM	Pakistan	Weaver
NEW WASH	Morocco	Garments and Finishings
NIHONMENPU TEXTILE	Japan	Weaver
ODAK TEKSTIL	Turkey	Weaver
PACIFIC JEANS	Bangladesh	Garments and Finishings
PANAMA TRIMMINGS	Italy	Labeling
PARIS TEXAS	Morocco	Garments and Finishings
POLSAN BUTTON	Turkey	Metal Trimmings
PROSPERITY TEXTILE	Hong Kong	Weaver
QUICK SERVICE TEXTILE	Morocco	Accessories
RAYMOND UCO DENIM	India	Weaver
REALTEKS TEKSTIL	Turkey	Weaver
REYNAS ETIKET	Turkey	Labeling
SOLTANA INT.	Tunisia	Promotion / Service
SOORTY	Pakistan	Weaver
SPINALI DESIGN	France	Technology
SWIFT DENIM	France	Weaver
TAVEX	Morocco	Weaver
TESSILGRAF	Italy	Labeling
TEXTIL SANTANDERINA	Spain	Weaver
TORAY INTERNATIONAL	Japan	Weaver
TURTEKS ETIKET	Turkey	Labeling
TUSA DENIM	Turkey	Weaver
UNITIN	Spain	Weaver
US DENIM MILLS	Pakistan	Weaver
UTIB	Turkey	Promotion / Service
VAV TECHNOLOGY	Turkey	Technology
VELCOREX SINCE 1828	France	Weaver
VICUNHA TEXTIL	Brazil	Weaver
W DENIM	Turkey	Weaver
WSG	USA	Accessories
YKK EUROPE	Italy	Metal Trimmings

April 25, 2017

Studying Lifestyles and Creating Story To Sell Denims | Dr Dilek Erik

What If some one is completely clueless about as to how to sell the Denims in the market ? Being a manufacturer or retailer of denim garments or fabric in a perfectly competitive market, what is that feature which motivates the consumer to buy your denim ? The questions are many but the answer is one and that is – You need to study the lifestyles of an individual or group of individual or a culture before creating you product for a market .

There are â€˜nâ€™ number of diversity in the market as the Individuals come from different backgrounds,culture ,ambitions,emotions and purchasing capacity therefore it is equally pertinent to go for a pragmatic and comprehensive study as well asÂ observation towards the consumer behavior and thereafter one should proceed further in order to sell their denims in their respective markets .

Dr Dilek Erik ,at the Seventh Edition of Denimsandjeans Bangladesh Show on March 1-2, of the market which can help you to create your collections for the market .

She asks few questions from the Denim Mills :

What do you think before developing a fabric ? Do you think about :

She suggests that more important than all above is to STUDY THE LIFE STYLES OF CUSTOMERS YOU ARE TARGETTING.

She gives many examples of how to understand the type of life styles of people. .

1.EXTREMISM

Everything is at Maximum ,there is no limitation , you can use everything in a extreme way , this is what Dr Dilek believes when she talks about extremism as a life style and a trend. Use of patches as either on top or on bottom ,Â Â oversize jackets ,Â Â a short over a jeans orÂ Â a long denim jacket on shorts .

In case you identify the lifestyle as Extremist , how are you going to create is ? She gives certain directions for the denim mills to follow:

2.STYLISH

This is a premium class of trend which is very clean , detailed and tailored . This trend features fit , rigid and stretch lifestyles and will not have any aggressive slub effects as it had with Extremism Trends. Very classy and expensive .

To create this lifestyle collection, below are the technical details as per Dr DilekÂ :

3.ACTIVE

Active wear is a very popular trend in the Europe these days as people there are very obsessed to their health , Dr Dilek says while talking about this trend . People go to the gym and different center for exercise to keep themselves very fit and here comes the Active Wear . The lifestyles of these people are different and for them comfort at their workplace is more important than anything . Sporty,Comfortable, Thin and Super Stretch Jeans with functional finishes can be used to in this kind of lifestyles.

To create the Active lifestyle collection , denim mills can follow following guideline :Â

4.DENIMÂ LOVERS

Denim Lovers trend is all about the comeback of old fashioned jeans which were very popular during the 70â€™s and 90â€™s . High waist jeans , crop jeans ,rips and damages ,salt and pepper effects , patches , use of different shades in the single garment and the open edges without any finishing all these denim look are also becoming very popular these days .

To create a Denim LoverÂ lifestyle collection , below are the technical details :

5.SUSTAINABLE

Sustainability is a trend which is needs to be followed by every denim lover . It is the future . In the past , G Star and Pharrel Williams started a project where they collected the plastic bottles from the sea and melted these waste bottles and converted it into yarns and manufactured jeans from these recycled stuffs . H&M has been doing good in the filed of sustainability , they are collecting waste cloths and recycled them into new pair of jeans. Organic cotton ,Lyocell ,Hemp , Linen and Bamboo are being used to produce sustainable denim .

To create A SUSTAINBLEÂ lifestyle collections , Dr Dilek has following suggestions for the denim mills .

About Dr Dilek Erik

Dr. Dilek is a Management Engineer & Industrial Engineer and has been working in textile business for 28 years. After handling important portfolios at some of the top denim companies including Orta Anadolu, Bossa Denim, Martelli-Isko and Calik Denim, in 2014 she started giving marketing consultancy to many denim companies . Currently she is working as a partner of AtkÄ± Ã‡Ã¶zgÃ¼- marketing and production company.

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April 24, 2017

Colombia Major Denim Suppliers | Oct-Dec, 2016

In our previous report , we did a detailed analysis of the Major Buyers of Colombia Denim Industry during the period of Octoberâ€™16- Decemberâ€™16 . In this report , we are presenting an analysis of Major Suppliers of Colombian Denim Industry during the same period.

Table of Content

S.NO.	Particulars
1	Table showing the list of top suppliers toÂ ColombiaÂ for the period of Octoberâ€™16-Decemberâ€™16
2	Graph showing total quantity supplied by the top 10 suppliers for the period of Octoberâ€™16-Decemberâ€™16
3	Graph showing Average PriceÂ of denim fabric supplied by the top 10 suppliers for the period of Octoberâ€™16-Decemberâ€™16
4	Pie Chart showing % share of top 10 suppliers for the period of Octoberâ€™16-Decemberâ€™16
5	10 TablesÂ showing the list of suppliers to the top 10 suppliers with quantity importedÂ along with the average price for the period of Octoberâ€™16-Decemberâ€™16
6	6 GraphsÂ showing the list of buyers to the top 10 suppliers with quantity importedÂ for the period of Octoberâ€™16-Decemberâ€™16
7	6 GraphsÂ showing average priceÂ at which denim fabric supplied by the top 10 suppliersÂ for the period of Octoberâ€™16-Decemberâ€™16

Below is the list of Top 10 suppliers of Colombian Denim Industry. The list is topped by [private_special] Â Sangam India Limited from India who exportedÂ 1,581,560 square meter of denim fabric during the period of Octâ€™16-Decâ€™16 at a very lowÂ average price of USD 1.04/Sq Mtr and also holds 33% share in the top suppliersâ€™ list. The second major supplier is Poonam Enterprises from Hong Kong (a trader)Â who exported 591,197 square meter of denim fabric during the same period at an average price of USD 1.79/Sq Mtr and accounts for 12% in the list . Sanko Dis Ticaret (ISKO Turkey)Â exportedÂ at the highest price of USD 4.32/Sq Mtr while Globaltex Import And Export supplied at the least price of USD 0.94/Sq Mtr.

Major Suppliers To Colombia	CIF(USD)	Qty ( Meters)	Average Price( USD/Meter)
SANGAM (INDIA) LIMITED	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 1,652,429	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 1,581,560	1.04
POONAM ENTERPRISES (HK) LTD	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 1,057,134	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 591,197	1.79
GLOBALTEX IMPORT AND EXPORT CORP	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 446,500	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 477,025	0.94
MPVR TRADING COMPANY S DE RL	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 1,094,791	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 381,244	2.87
VICUNHA TEXTIL SA	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 466,874	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 352,772	1.32
SANKO DIS TICARET AS	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 1,176,250	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 272,217	4.32
DENIM NORTH AMERICA LLC	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 679,805	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 238,478	2.85
DNM TEXTILE SPINNING WEAVING AND DYEING	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 436,700	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 151,824	2.88
ZHEJIANG TEXTILE CO LTD	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 200,309	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 133,979	1.50
JALSEN INC	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 174,446	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 119,119	1.46
Total	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 7,385,239	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 4,299,415	1.72

1. SANGAM (INDIA) LIMITED | INDIA

Sangam (India) Limited is the major supplier toÂ Colombian Denim Industry for the period of Octâ€™16 â€“ Decâ€™16 . This India based company exported 1,581,560 Sq. meters of denim fabric at an average price of USD 1.04/Sq Mtr . The company has supplied denim fabric at the least price of USD 1/sq. meter to SURTIJEANS however the company supplied to Comertex at a price of USD 1.07/Sq.meterÂ which again is a very low price.

Colombia Buyer Name	CIF ( USD)	Qty ( Meter)	Average Price ( USD/Meter)
COLOMBIAN TRADE S.A	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 580,284	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 567,207	1.02
COMERTEX S.A	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 853,133	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 795,563	1.07
SURTIJEANS S A	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 219,012	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 218,789	1.00
Total	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 1,652,429	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 1,581,560	1.04

2. POONAM ENTERPRISES ( HK) LIMITED | Hong Kong

With 591,197 square meter of denim fabric , POONAM ENTERPRISES (HK) LIMITED is the second largest supplier . The company has supplied the denim fabric at an average price of USD 1.79/Sq Mtr . Poonam Enterprises is a trading company which buys from China and other countries and exports to Colombia and other countries. All their sales are to one company only ie Stiltotex. However, it needs to be noted that many companies, in order to avoid duties, bill a lesser amount officially and the price may not be reflective of actual price at which fabrics are sold.

Colombia Buyer Name	CIF ( USD)	Qty ( Meter)	Average Price ( USD/Meter)
STILOTEX S.A.S	Â 1,057,134	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 591,197	1.79

3. GLOBALTEX IMPORT AND EXPORT CORP | China

Globaltex Import and Export Corp from China is the third largest denim fabric supplier to Colombia with a total supply of 4,77,025 sq. meter of denim fabric during the period of Octâ€™16-Decâ€™16Â at an average price of USD 0.94/Sq Mtr. All their sales is to one company only .

Colombia Buyer Name	CIF ( USD)	Qty ( Meter)	Average Price ( USD/Meter)
PRODUCER OF TEXTILES TOPTEX TOCANCIPA S A S A	Â Â Â Â Â Â 446,500	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 477,025	0.94

4.MPVR TRADING COMPANY S DE RL | Panama

MPVR Trading Company from Panama is the fourth largest supplier which supplied 381,244 square meter of denim fabricÂ in the aforesaid period. The company supplied it an average price of USD 2.87/Sq. Mtr.

Colombia Buyer Name	CIF ( USD)	Qty ( Meter)	Average Price ( USD/Meter)
PERMODA LTDA	Â 1,094,791	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 381,244	2.87

5. VICUNHA TEXTIL | Brazil

Vicunha is the largest denim company globally and dominates the South American region. It is one of the largest supplier of fabrics in Colombia but at lower prices again- the reason for which may be one that we mentioned above. But the company has a wider variety of buyers compared to others.

Colombia Buyer Name	CIF ( USD)	Qty ( Meter)	Average Price ( USD/Meter)
JEANS INTERNATIONAL DISTRIBUTOR S.A	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 109,375	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 94,731	1.15
STF GROUP S.A	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 113,530	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 72,772	1.56
BELTRAN HERNANDEZ FILIBERTO	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 64,536	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 59,010	1.09
ARTURO CALLE COMERCIALIZADORA S.A.S	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 47,478	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 29,342	1.62
COMERCIALIZADORA INTERNATIONAL BALLOON S.A	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 32,080	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 27,284	1.18
CRYSTAL FACTORY SOCKS S.A	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 31,491	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 27,200	1.16
COLOMBIAN GARMENT INDUSTRY S.A	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 40,005	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 21,139	1.89
FLORAL S. A	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 7,425	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 7,873	0.94
OTHERS	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 20,953	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 13,422	1.56
Total	Â Â Â Â 466,874	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 352,772	1.32

6. SANKO DIS TICARET AS – ISKO | Turkey

Isko is one of the most well known denim company worldwide. It is known for its quality and high prices as we can see from details below. All its sales are in prices above USD 4 per mtr.

Colombia Buyer Name	CIF ( USD)	Qty ( Meter)	Average Price ( USD/Meter)
MARKETING AND FASHION S.A.S	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 1,112,045	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 256,787	4.33
TENNIS S.A	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 64,205	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 15,430	4.16
Total	Â Â Â Â Â Â 1,176,250	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 272,217	4.32

7.DENIM NORTH AMERICA LLC | USA

Slightly better prices from this US company.

Colombia Buyer Name	CIF ( USD)	Qty ( Meter)	Average Price ( USD/Meter)
JEANS INTERNATIONAL DISTRIBUTOR S.A	Â Â Â Â Â 679,805	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 238,478	2.85

8.DNM TEXTILE SPINNING WEAVING AND DYEING | Egypt

DNM is basically a Turkish company based in Egypt . Its prices are also better but with much lower quantities.

Colombia Buyer Name	CIF ( USD)	Qty ( Meter)	Average Price ( USD/Meter)
COMODIN S.A.S	Â Â Â Â Â 102,431	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 37,409	2.74
INDUSTRY MARKETING AND COLOR S.A.S	Â Â Â Â Â 116,062	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 38,660	3.00
NAPHTHALENE S.A.S	Â Â Â Â Â 200,498	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 69,372	2.89
TENNIS S.A	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 17,709	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 6,383	2.77
Total	Â 436,700	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 151,824	2.88

9. ZHEJIANG TEXTILE CO LTD | China

Colombia Buyer Name	CIF ( USD)	Qty ( Meter)	Average Price ( USD/Meter)
CONFECCIONES JEANS DO SAS	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 66,094	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 34,376	1.92
QUANTTO COMERCIALIZADORA S A COMMERCIAL ANONYMOUS SOCIETY	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 65,418	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 61,636	1.06
GRUPO ALV S.A.S	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 28,621	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 15,647	1.83
TEXTILE CONTACT S.A	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 11,533	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 6,321	1.82
FLORAL S. A	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 28,644	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 15,998	1.79
Total	Â 200,309	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 133,979	1.50

10.JALSEN INC | USA

Colombia Buyer Name	CIF ( USD)	Qty ( Meter)	Average Price ( USD/Meter)
FLORAL S. A	Â Â Â Â Â 122,373	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 78,211	1.56
POLJEAN S.A.S.	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 52,074	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 40,908	1.27
Total	Â 174,446	Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 119,119	1.46

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Malwa Denim, India at DE â€“ Brands Online Show

We bring below some of the products of Bhaskar which have been uploaded on DE-Brands â€“ the first global denim show. Contact the company for their products from the links below. To check their PRIVATE SHOWROOM, buyers can register here .

April 19, 2017

LNJ India First Time At Denim PV | Will Present AW18 Collection
LNJ Denim, India is presenting at Premiere Vision for the first time . LNJ Denim is a part of the Bhilwara group established in 1961 and is one of the largest textile manufacturers in the country, primarily producing over 36 million mtrs of fabrics and with a large capacity of over 5 million spindles , it manufactures synthetic, blended, mÃ©lange, cotton, technical, functional , speciality and value added yarns suitable for suitings, shirtings, hosiery, carpet, denim, technical textiles and industrial applications.

LNJ denim will be showcasing its range of denim fabrics for SS18 which includes :
- Fabrics with extreme character, differentiated weaves and shades, excellent hand feel with open constructed denim fabrics.
- Forever Raw and Selvedge Denim fabrics
- Post Consumer Waste Recycled Cotton/Polyester based denim fabrics
- Super Stretch fabrics for body fit shaping.
- Super Soft denims achieved using modal, tencel, spun polyesters and viscose blends etc
- Specialised stretch denim fabrics with blends of Sea-Cell, Ecomade Thermolite and Miyabi
- Quilted denim fabrics
- Unique Tufted indigo denims
The company gives some teasers on their indivdual groups of products that they will be showcasing

I.Vintage Today

A. Originals

Heavy weight indigos demonstrating all the characteristics of the original blue denims from the late 19th century. Coarse and uneven yarns, uneven shrunk finishes in super dark shades. Selvedge denims with prominent twills nod to 100 year old products.

B. Extremes

Big twills and giant constructions have the appearance of old hand made denims. Coarse yarns plus big structures render these denims softy pliable with a surprising level of comfort.

C. Artisan

Denims and styles with empathy to the worker image. Dark indigos in vintage 2×1 and 3×1 denim with selvedge look as if they are the original worker pieces.

II.Boyfriend Girlfriend

Baggy Shapes for the girls and skinny shapes for the guys need vintage character discrete or aggressive in supple rigids, comfort and high stretch to achieve such diversity of need.

A. Comfort

The daily jean is a comfort item for a women in low level stretch, baggy boyfriend styles and vintage character denims.

B. Supple

Both boys and girls require soft suppleness and all consuming comfort for a tighter fitting silhouette. vintage characters continues to be an import look with selvedge and high turned cuffs.

C. Stretch More

For guys denim we have surprisingly high levels of stretch. For supreme comfort in action and streetwise skinny silhouettes.Vintage looks are for a real jean plus high stretch benefits.

III.Future Denim

Make denim and jeans in a sustainable way. Do less harm to the environment. Be responsible to people who help along the sourcing route.

A. Raw

Clean twill denims made with a no shrink, no fake technology enabling you to market the jeans with NO LAUNDRY REQUIREMENTS there by saving gallons of water in the process. The customer can buy a jean with zero shrinkage that is soft and comfort in its unwashed stage.

B. Recycle | Reuse

Throughout all the processes LNJ recycle yarns, reuse water, recovers dyes where possible without loss of product strength or compromising the visual requirement of the product.

C. Forever Black

Black black denims where the weft is sulphur black and the over dye process likewise are less harmful to the environment than indigo. Our black blacks stay black keeping their clear shade for longer.

IV.Super Denim

Fashion jeaners demand even more from their denims. Super softness. 360 degree Stretch for new active jeans. Super high stretch for contour shapes.

A. Super Soft

Soft to launch on the outside and super comfort on the inside. Super level of softness we achieve with modal, tencel, spun polyesters and viscose blends always with the right % of lycra to achieve the highest shaping stretches.

B. Super Sport

Denims are no longer just streetwear. They are required to be active partners as well commuting and running, biking, skating, boarding â€“ all require a 360 degree comfort stretch performance.

C. Super Shape

Contour jeans require tougher and higher levels of stretch to perform their super shaping requirements. A move from clean faced denims to delicate vintage indigos to achieve the look of a vintage jean with added shaping advantage.

V.Urban Blues

Denims with a difference that are not just for jeans but for fashion in romantic indigo. The shades are of the deepest hue, the patterns and finishes achieve fashion requirements.

A. Warm

Soft, Cuddly, brushed and warm on the inside keeping the indigo clean and fresh on the outside. Brushing breaks down the denim surface making it softer and easier to accept laundry techniques.

B. Tailoring

Light and mid-weight clean faced diverse denims with just a little stretch enable us to adapt denim to tailored shapes and urban styles.

To fix an appointment at DPV , please click on the link below to send email to prabir.bandyopadhyay@lnjbhilwara.com or click below

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April 18, 2017
Need Supply 1996 Denim Vintage Collection

Before Need Supply Co., they were Bluesâ€”a tiny retail shop in Richmond, Virginia stocked with 300 pairs of vintage jeans and a dream bigger than theirÂ square footage. Now, more than twenty years later, they are throwing it back to their roots with a denim capsule that recreates the iconic style that first inspired them.Nostalgic, Effortless and Modern and that too with â€˜90s indigo wash with gold stitching and silver hardware are adding more zing to this Vintage Collection.

â€œIâ€™m drawn to the idealism and innocence of the beginning. That youthful sense of discovery so synonymous with hunting for the perfect pair of vintage jeans, before the internet, before you knew what you were getting into.â€ â€” Creative Director Gabriel Ricioppo

For The Denim Jacket, they focused on creating a sleeker design and slimmer silhouette for everyday wearâ€”Basically, exactly what you want your vintage jacket to look like, except less boxy and without that undeniably funky thrift store odor. The looks are plain vanila compared to the distressed collections of the day . But yes, the plain salt and pepper looks are back in demand and the label tries to recreate the same.

Prices are not easy and can set you back by USD 185+ Pricing starts at $185 USDÂ . Check out some of their pieces.

Pen Fit in 96

Vintage-inspired jeans from NEED in 96. Medium wash. Mid rise. Zip fly with top button closure. Classic five-pocket styling. Satin-finished silvertone buttons and rivets. Back yoke. Straight leg. Gold topstitching. Ankle length. Â No-stretch denim . 100% cotton . Made in USA

Denim Jacket in 96

Timeless denim jacket from NEED in 96. Medium wash. Spread collar. Interior hanger loop. Slightly dropped shoulders. Front button closure. Straight back yoke. Dual chest pockets with flap detail. Long sleeves with single-button cuffs. Tab adjustments at hem. Satin-finished silvertone buttons. Gold topstitching. Casual fit.

Standard Denim in 96

Vintage-inspired jeans from NEED in 96. Medium wash. Mid rise. Button fly with top button closure. Classic five-pocket styling. Satin-finished silvertone buttons and rivets. Gold top stitching. Pink selvedge detailing at outseam. Slim straight leg.

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Get ready for the second season of Denimsandjeans.com Vietnam– Street Style scheduled on June 07-08 at Gem Center , Ho Chi Minh City . With over 50 DENIM companies from around the globe, top buying houses ,retailers , factories are going to visit this show and will have some amazing KNOWLEDGE SHARING seminars and panel discussions by REPUTED GLOBAL DENIM HEADS !

Check the hot n cool #AW18 collection and the latest innovations . To visit the show, please register here :http://www.vmshow.denimsandjeans.com/invite.php . For more information on show, mail us at info@denimsandjeans.com.

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DE â€“ Brands Online Show

Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Bhaskar Denim, India

We bring below some of the products of Bhaskar which have been uploaded on DE-Brands â€“ the first global denim show. Contact the company for their products from the links below. To check their PRIVATE SHOWROOM, buyers can register here .

April 15, 2017
Denim Styles Which Are Cool For UK Consumers

A report on Drapers analyses the proportion of fashion retailersâ€™ style ranges and breaks down them into different styles they are carrying in Feb 2017 vsÂ those in Feb 2016.

The graph below shows the breakup of different styles stocked by different retailers.

As can be clearly seen from the graph, Skinny jeans continues to dominate the womenâ€™s jeans stocked and hence sold. High waisted jeans , catching up on the rising trend in last 2 years, seem to be the distant second style in vogue. Slim fits , straight legs are other styles which may be considered to be slightly in demand. The report also mentions about hem details or cropped flare silhouette are in fashion whereas many brands like Citizens, J Brand, Paige etc offering released Hem Styles.

Also its interesting to look at the kind of styles Men are demanding and retailers are offering.

Skinny jeans, which were a distant runner a couple of years ago are fast catching up with Slim fits and the most popular Straight legs seem to be loosing the race against these two in the latest fashion race !.

Market in UK seems to be driven by volume brands priced below GBP 60 with retailers like River Island and Top Man dominating the scene whereas the above GBP 100 range is clearly held by Diesel and other fashion brands like Replay.

In the two charts from the report, the % of women and menâ€™s jeans details can be seen changing in last one year with maximum change in Menâ€™s jeans details coming up with stonewashes and in Womensâ€™ jeans Raw hem getting more important.

Note: All info mentioned has been taken from Drapers Online

April 11, 2017
Denim Mashup | The Post Show Report | Seventh Edition Of Denimsandjeans Bangladesh
The seventh edition of Denimsandjeans Bangladesh ended on March 02 at Hotel Radisson, Dhaka at a positive note. The two days of denim festival received very encouraging response and against all the odds Denimsandjeans brought out a very effective show. 26 Exhibitors from around the globe including six companies from Bangladesh participated in the show and expressed their satisfaction at the end of the show.

The show was built on the theme â€“ Denim Mashupâ€™. From Trend Zone to Exhibition Hall, each and every ingredient of the show was in a mashup form with many exhibitors coming out with some great trend garments based on this theme and using different elements mashing up their collection ! . Reputed Exhibitors from Bangladesh, Brazil, Spain, India, Pakistan, Turkey, Hong Kong and China participated in the show and showcased their SSâ€™18 collections.Â Over 1150 invited visitors from Bangladesh and around the world visited the show including from companies like G-Star, Celio, Carrefour, H&M, Jade, Kiabi, Li and Fung, Ostin, Tesco, Tom Tailor, LC Wkaiki, ANJ, Lindex , Zara, S Oliver, JC Penny,Klieder Sourcing,Kenpark, Debenhams, Original Marines, Kappahl, Sainsburry ,Charles Voegele ,Etam International, Walmart, South Pole, Bestseller, Miller BV, Itochu ,Target ,E-land Retail, Asmara , Next, El Corte Ingles , Renaissance Sourcing and many other international retailers and buyers.

Besides, most of the important apparel groups from Bangladesh were present at the show including Ananta, Armana, Arrival, Aptech, Babylon, Doreen, Palmal, Al Muslim, Fashion Forum, Dekko, Islam Garments, Jamuna, Misami, Hameem, Sterling, Passion,Standard Group, Tusuka, Tex Design, TNZ, Windy, Azim Group, Mark Designers, Dird Group, Synergies, Pioneer Group, Noman Group, Crony Group, NZ Clothing, ZXY International and many others were present.

Seminars

Dr Dilek Erik from Turkey hold the first seminar on March 01 and the Topic was – Studying Lifestyles and Creating Story To Sell Denim in which she talked about Why is it Important to know about lifestyles before developing the fabric or garment ? She further talked about the current denim trends as well as how to create a successful story for the target market. We will bring up the entire content of her presentation in another article.

The second Seminar which took place on March 02 by Mr Jordi Junai from Spain . Mr Jordi shared his views on Jeans Opportunity In USA market . The objective of the seminar was to tell the people about the consequences of political changes in US over the global jeans sourcing and how Bangladesh Jeans Industry can convert this situation in a big opportunity of development.

Bangladesh Studentsâ€™ Denim Quiz Competition

The efforts of Denimsandjeans Bangladesh have been always to promote the Bangladesh and Bangladeshi Talent at a Global Level. Continuing its tradition , Denimsandjeans Bangladesh organised the First Bangladesh Studentsâ€™ Denim Quiz CompetitionÂ . Six teams from three Fashion Universities in Bangladesh â€“ SMUCT , BUFT and NIFT – Â participated in the competition . Two teams from NIFT secured 1^st and 3^rd position andÂ team from BUFT secured 2^nd position . The first , second and third prize winnersÂ were awarded 50,000 , 30,000 and 20,000 Taka respectively Â with the first prize being sponsored byÂ Vicunha Textil of Brazil, Â 2^ndÂ prize was sponsored byÂ Â Envoy Textile 3^rdÂ Â by D&J brand – the new indigo brand from Denimsandjeans Stable !.

Organisers also acknowledged the support of the professors and VC of the respective universities and honoured them with crest.

The organizers have also announced the dates of their upcoming shows . The dates of upcoming shows are as follows
1. 2^nd Edition Of Denimsandjeans Vietnam : June 7-8 , 2017
2. 1^st Edition of Denimsandjeans India : September 25-26 ,2017
3. 8^th Edition of Denimsandjeans Bangladesh : October 4-5,2017
April 11, 2017