The Levi’s® Fall/Winter 2012 collection is based on a refined and tailored look, for both men and women inspired by the ocean, coastal communities and their associated handcrafted tradition. The essence of the collection is in its refined intention and tailored head-to-toe looks melding and craftsmanship.

The Collection

The salient features of this collection are :

• Water<Lessâ„¢ – Levi’s® Water<Lessâ„¢ finishing reduces the amount of water used in the making of Levi’s® jeans for men and women. Levi’s has been using the Water<Less finish in many of its international collections and showing its commitment to eco friendly technologies by using them in Indian collections. Last Fall it did more than 12 million jeans created with Water Less processing.
• Levi’s® Commuter – Ride, live, and work in the same pair of jeans. Designed for the urban cyclist, our Commuter jeans feature a Levi’s® exclusive performance fabric in stretch, midweight denim that incorporates water-resistant and dirt-repellent NanoSphere® protective finish as well as an odor-resistant Sanitized® protective finish
• Coated, Stretch, Light-weight denim – In leggings for women
• Range of Rinse Stretch Twill – Pants for men and skinny jeans for women
• Workwear – Crisp blue and light grey rigid denim, white contrast stitching, and workwear inspired details in vests and jeans for men.

The men’s collection offers classic yet contemporary head-to-toe looks built around refined styles with sharp clean aesthetics, tailored to perfection. The key item for men this season is the reconstructed classic 5-pocket jean. The jean, first introduced by Levi Strauss and Jacob Davis in 1873, has evolved through the years improving with age. Driven by a commitment to craftsmanship, this fall, the brand will re-introduce the classic 5-pocket jean with a host of upgraded features.

The overall style of the women’s collection is classic and refined with a clean, tailored aesthetic and pronounced femininity. The key silhouette for women this season is the Bootcut Skinny, which the Levi’s® brand claims to have completely reinvented and is a sexy, modern skinny fit .

In addition to the Bootcut Skinny, the brand is launching a feminine tailored dress collection. These tastefully crafted garments give a subtle nod to the idea of femininity but thoughtfully leave it open for interpretation. The Levi’s® Dress Collection includes several new denim and non-denim dress styles in a variety of fabrications including light, effortless knits, cotton-linens and soft chambrays.

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Key Trends

• Textured washes and colors are key trends this fall.
• Innovative wash techniques are utilized on both men’s and women’s denim ranging from art-inspired prints for women and oil based washes for men.
• Fall’s styles for women include prints ranging from leaf, feather, and paisley designs as well as hand splattered and heavily coated denim.
• The women’s line also offers deeply saturated hues in bodies adorned with zippers at the hips and side seams.
• The men’s line embodies a modern heritage with updated fits, rich colors, and vintage-inspired washes.
• Fall introduces new men’s fits such as the Lincoln and
  Stanford, a slouchy tapered leg, available in both five-pocket and chino bodies.
• Paige continues to offer a paint box of twill colors and introduces for fall a unique oil wash collection.

Prints and Color denim are two trends that are the most visible in the collections of most brands- and it seems that these trends are likely to continue for some time.

Verdugo Ultra Skinny (Estate Green)

Hoxton Zip Ultra Skinny (Forest )

Skyline Skinny (Porcelain)

Athena Pull On Leather Skinny

Eve Zip (Skinny)

Saddle Patch Leather Skinny

Lincoln Tapered Leg

Normandie Straight Leg

Normandie Slim Straight

Normandie Slim Straight (Syrah)

Note: Denim Import Reports updated with latest data.

The new collection is available in one of two signature fits — the Twig and the Cigarette.

• The Twig fit comes in both mid-rise and high-rise inseams, and features an ultra-skinny leg.
• The Cigarette fit has a slim leg opening, and is also available in mid- and high-rise inseams.

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Here is what Nudie Jeans guys have to say about their focus on social responsibility in respect to manufacturing of their products:

We do not envisage a trade off between profit and people , or between manufacture and environmental reponsibility . These issues are major factors in our choice of suppliers. As with most other clothing brands, we do not own the factories in which our clothing is made. However, together with our garment factories, we bear the responsibility to provide a safe , fair and ethical work environment for all the people who are involved in the manufacturing of our clothes. We work together with only a handful of partners, all of whom are required to comply with our code of conduct. Our membership of Fair Wear Foundation is a key element ensuring that everyone across the production chain works under fair conditions.

Here are some styles and pieces from this Organic Denim Collection. Most of the fabrics used by Nudie Jeans are from Turkey and some from Japan and Italy.. The weights range from 9 oz to 13.5 oz.

Dry Selvedge

Tight Long John

High Kai

Tube Kelly

Tape Ted

Thin Finn

Grim Trim

The new collections of Mavi invite interested views from the industry as it seeks to bring out new concepts and directions. Lets have a look at their Fall / Winter 2012 denim – men’s and women’s. Both collections make liberal use of T400 yarn fabrics and of course regular elastanes. Coated denims seem to be a preference in both the collections as well as suedes .

Women’s Denim Fall Winter ‘12/13

New coated denims in metallic and sueded looks have been introduced .Supersoft feel has been emphasized with more sateen fabrics besides black gold tencel . Color denims further evolve into suedes with deep but soft colors like rust .

10670 Serena / Finish 11180 Indigo Gold

10672 Alexa / Finish 14390 mid Gold Sateen

10136 Molly / Finish 14391 Dark Gold Sateen

12011 Autumn / Finish 14474 Black Gold Tencel

12011 Autumn / Finish 14478 Dark Denim

10670 Serena / Finish 14509 Sueded Amethyst

10670 Serena / Finish 14895 Bronze Brushed

10197 Lindy / Finish 14243 Cayenne

Men’s Denim Fall Winter ‘12/13

Men’s denim also see new variations in Indigo cords, suedes , coated denims and of course, the rust colors .

00453 Zach / Finish 14353 Dark White Edge

Black coated Jameson

00453 Zach / Finish 14299 Japanese Selvedge

00422 JAKE / Finish 14040 Sand

14363 Indigo Cord

00422 Jake / Finish 14344 Rinse White Edge Denim

Check out the collection in a slideshow here

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Here are some excerpts on what Diesel has to say for their Fall Men’s Collection :

“Early Fall sees tobacco and different shades of indigo predominate. Indigo is used for denim, as well as treated corduroy pants and jackets, while tobacco sits pretty on a number of different jackets. It all has a touch of the great outdoors, particularly in hybrid boots and light bodywarmers. Not to mention  the patterned jacquard knits that create warm, unified style across sweaters, gloves, scarves and hats.”

Burgundy is the new colour of the season. It is used in a variety of knitwear styles, as well as becoming a new Color Exposure shade for denim: the reverse sides of jeans match the new knitwear. Workwear remains firmly embedded in Diesel’s DNA and naturally denim workwear is key to this collection. Whether treated and untreated, plain or striped, textured or smooth, jeans, utility jackets and overalls treat workwear with the respect it deserves.

 

For early Winter, indigo is joined by gray and green. A bright, eye-popping green is featured on the delivery’s key piece: unique knickerbockers training pants in patterned knitwear. This idea of making a classic an original – hi-tech performance vintage – is also seen in denim, where grandpa-stripe denim is coated to produce a technical, contemporary workwear look. Outerwear is quite simply premium thanks to a fascinating mix of fabrics, as seen in the hybrid jacket that combines knitwear and fake fur. Winter work apparel is also lined to feel soft and cozy while keeping you warm in the cold.
The final part of the collection takes black and redefines it in a variety of different fabrics: leather, denim, shearling and hi-tech nylon. Add a few touches of gray and white to spice things up and you have clothes that are chic and relaxed. For a Winter rock ook, there is leather in tight jackets and slinky pants, for clothes
in which you’ll want to strut your stuff. Diesel’s redefinition of what denim can be continues with its Color Exposure D.N.A. denim. Featuring delicate handmade treatments that impregnate deep into the heart of the fabric, the insides of jeans become bright features in themselves – using yarn dyed wefts or simply overdyes. Just slip them on, turn up the leg and you’ve got a whole new world of color in your denim life.
Textured Denim:
A new approach – and one that will continue in the future – is the use of textured denim, with herringbone, salt&pepper and grandpa stripes, in treated and untreated versions.   In the accessory collection is recognizable the strong and vintage Diesel DNA.

Check out the presentation on Diesel Men’ Denim Looks for 2012 – click here . (Note: You can click on play button towatch  the presentation with music  !!)

G-Star , as always , comes out with some great denim products . G- Star Raw collection has the following differentiating characters this Winter….

• Key Style – this season key denim style is the Radar, due to its lowered pockets,this denim has a low slung look while actually not being worn low.
• Washings – DeepTonesâ„¢, G-Star’s new and unique molecular treatment causes denim to hardly fade when washed; making sure that dark denim stays dark for those denim freaks who love dark denim…
• RAW Essentials – the top range of G-Star’s denim line, with tailored hand finishing and innovative washes applied to the finest European and Japanese selvedge denims.
• RAW Correct Line – mixes formal wear tailoring with street wear details to create a dynamic, elegant and modern wardrobe.
• Laundry Army – offers clothing that is comfortable and functional with military inspired details to give you a look that is cool and confident.

We are presenting the collection here in two presentations one each on Men’s and Women’s . This collection can be viewed online here :

Here are also some pictures from the collection.

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“Levi’s® has always been about embracing the energy and events of our time. Today, fashion is more democratic and accessible than ever, making New York Fashion Week the perfect moment in time for the Levi’s® brand to launch our first global collection,” said Len Peltier, Global Vice President of Creative Direction.

The Levi’s® Fall/Winter 2012 collection is based on a more refined and tailored look, for both men and women. The designs were inspired by the idea of craftsmanship, honesty and authenticity – honoring tradition while defying convention, redefining the norm and re-crafting and re-creating iconic Levi’s® styles.

Fall/Winter 2012 Denim Collection

Steeped in the authenticity and craftsmanship that the brand is known for, the collection is built around classic and refined styles with sharp clean aesthetics, which have been tailored to perfection.

The key trend for men this season is the tapered look, for a great flattering fit that sits just below the waist, is slouchy on the top and has a slim tailored leg. The colors of indigo seem to have gotten lighter, brighter and shinier  . The stitching threads were normally non-contrasting and going along the same shades as the denim or even white. So the focus is “Formal and Crafted Wear” taking their denim collection  away from the distressed looks and washes that we have been seeing for years. Also could be seen bike messenger length pants ,

For women, the key look for the season is the Bootcut Skinny, which the Levi’s® brand claims to have completely reinvented. As per Levi’s , this look is

“..no longer your mother’s bootcut denim, this season will see the launch of this new take on a classic – a sexy, modern skinny fit making you forever think differently about the bootcut.”

Here is a video from the runway ….

Here is a description of some key from  the show(denim and others) :

1. repurposed tailored sack coat
indigo-striped highway trucker shirt jacket
cinch back pantaloon…………….
2. tailored chambray workshirt
melton wool military jacket
508™ sta-prest™ khaki short…………..
3. bonded parka in rifle green-safari
1950s khaki twill sports coat…………….
513â„¢ sta-prestâ„¢ slim in harvest pumpkin
4.electric blue plaid flannel workshirt
oversized engineered blue and yellow striped tee
repurposed vintage performance trucker jacket
511™ sta-prest™ cropped skinny in olive…………
5. made & crafted wide leg chino
made & crafted custom type 2 suede trucker jacket….
6. hooded commuter trucker jacket in olive twill
engineered striped cardigan with contrast buttons
commuter workshirt……………………………..
508â„¢ commuter cropped taper in charcoal
7. commuter workshirt in white
heather grey sweatshirt
511™ sta-prest™ cropped pant…………
8.coated indigo tencel low-slung dungaree
crisp white french cuff button down…………..
9. coated indigo tencel pleated tap short
crisp white french cuff button down……………
10. coated minimal zip front trucker jacket in jet black
coated cotton workshirt………………………..
505® commuter straight cropped in carolina blue
11.coated indigo tencel pleated prairie skirt
crisp white french cuff button down…………
12. heather grey heritage tshirt
sta-prestâ„¢ trucker in braveheart twill
japanese indigo checked plaid jacket.
511â„¢ sta-prestâ„¢ skinny electric blue pant
striped yellow and blue d ring belt
13. natural canvas trucker shirt
engineered 3-pocket work vest
engineered type 2 trucker jacket
cinch back engineered carpenter pants….
14.tuxedo shirt in indigo tencel
re-crafted tailored flare…………………
15. red & blue color-blocked ripstop vest
red & blue color-blocked hooded track jacket
black fishtail parka jacket……………….
508â„¢ sta-prestâ„¢ taper in khaki
16. levis® curve id skinny bootcut with customized
tencel godets.coated indigo tencel dress shirt
cropped single button rinsed denim blazer……….
17. oversized workwear jumper with asymmetrical pockets………………………..
18. commuter workshirt in black poplin
black bomber in melton wool & canvas
extreme drop taper pant…………………
19. diamond stitched indigo bomber
dip-dyed indigo dress shirt.511â„¢ skinny raw denim pant
black belt………………………….
20. gypsy print legging crisp white french button down
21. coated indigo tencel a-line duster skirt
wool herringbone blazer crisp white french cuff button down
22. lvc 1920s sunset henley in dark grey melee
lvc 1930s twill britches
lvc 1915 striped suspenders
lvc 1912 blanket wool mackinaw coat
23. lvc 1950s shorthorn checked flannel shirt
lvc 1920s chinos
24. lvc 1918 women’s all-in-one freedomalls
25.lvc 1920s wool sack coat
lvc 1920s wool buckle back trousers
lvc 1950s shorthorn blanket striped flannel shirt
26. lvc 1960s 519 sta-prestâ„¢, burnt henna 812 corduroys
lvc 1930s button-neck sportswear sweater
lvc black and red woven leather belt
27. made & crafted yellow blanket lined sack coat
made & crafted striped print trucker jacket
lvc 1920s corduroy trousers
28. made & crafted ochre drill cotton linen chino
made & crafted cotton linen, bright blue, shawlcollared sack coat made & crafted wool herringbone checked workshirt
29. made & crafted tailored indigo sack coat…………..
made & crafted indigo flannel sailor trousers
made & crafted short shirt in golden yellow and mazarine blue
30. made & crafted wool checked trucker shirt
made & crafted rigid sack coat
made & crafted striped wool type 2 vest
made & crafted cinch back carpenter pants
31. made & crafted type 1 indigo wool jacket with striped weft made & crafted hi-rise cropped five pocket wool pants
32. made & crafted aztec lambswool v-neck
made & crafted suede type 2 jacket customized us military jacket lvc 1920s teal chino
33. u.s. navy shirt (vintage)
508â„¢ sta-prestâ„¢ short in harvest gold
34. trucker shirt jacket in japanese indigo blue and white hemp vest .505® bedford cord
35. french awning striped hemp jacket double-faced engineered workshirt cropped selvedge carpenter jeans with leather -backed hammer loop
36. selvedge wool denim slim jeans diamond stitched herringbone sack coat diamond stitched wool waistcoat
grandfather tailored shirt 37. clean rigid button down with articulated pockets clean rigid high-waisted a-line skirt
38. soft-constructed two-button blazer modern chambray workshirt  562â„¢ loose creased with tailored cuff
39.520â„¢ overall in japanese selvedge twill, charcoal grey ,japanese selvedge twill two-button snap front tailored blazer,japanese selvedge twill tailored shirt with hidden placket

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Reproducible Effects in Finishing of Denim

Gently Damaged Textures

Gently aged denim effects were visible via enzyme washing , laundering and over dyeing . Similar looks could be seen in flats also .

Uneven Color :

Irregular dye techniques and exaggerated flock or pile textures create uneven color qualities. Cloudy patinas and washed-out surfaces / Uneven flocking or velvet piles / Corduroy with colored backs / Basket wash cotton and sensor-coated / Random, non-uniform appearances

Red Energy

Red is the “In” Color . With colored coatings, colored wefts , strong satured colors , Over Dyed and Garment Dyeds – the red color in denim is achieved in many ways.

Casual Checks

Indigo checks have been around for some time. But they come back in different avatars with deep indigo dyed wefts being used.

Waxed Treatments

A key treatment for Fall / Winter 2012 is hardwearing or waxy coatings that offer durability and waterproof performance.

Double Faced Fabrics

Double-faced wool and cashmere in contrasting and complimentary hues update denim and cotton flats for
winter. Denim can be seen in double faced stripes.

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