So much of denim’s roots run deep through generations of makers, who pass down the craft to maintain the company’s history and heritage, that we decided to start a summer series called “All in the Family,” just to highlight their heritage and what they bring...
Lenzing continues to make further forays into sustainability. From a new sustainability strategy, to recognition for ethical sourcing of wood for its fibers, to a new eco-friendly viscose with the industry’s lowest environmental impact, here’s the latest look at what’s happening at Lenzing. A new sustainability strategy Lenzing wants...
Rarely is an article of clothing so iconic that it gets a whole movie made about it—but denim has never been a run-of-the-mill article of clothing. Denim is a staple, a symbol of culture that spans generations and transcends trends and fads and anything else so...
When Amsterdam’s denim lovers unite, it’s at Denim City—the so dubbed “headquarters” of the city’s denim ecosystem. The place is one where creators, lovers and purveyors of denim congregate to collaborate on craftsmanship and innovation in the industry that inspires them. Some of the corporate sponsors...
Green chemistry is “great chemistry that meets cost and performance requirements that just happens to be green!” Steelcase hosted the 12th annual Green Chemistry and Commerce Council Roundtable (GC3) in Grand Rapids Michigan. This year’s conference was exceptional. From the keynote speakers to the breakout sessions, the atmosphere was one...
What happens next when fashion is a bit too ceremonial and conventional? The formal dress codes take a break and give way to a light-hearted spirit. There is always, also, something happening in denim.We can feel these days a fresh breeze of lightness and carelessness...
From Not Your Daughter’s Jeans to NYDJ, the brand—as its name—has evolved to cater to the demands of the modern consumer, and new innovations in fit have proved to please that consumer. Today’s shopper wants more from their clothing in general, and when it comes to...
An exciting opening day at Kingpins New York catching up with denim friends. Check out our view of the show! [video width="640" height="360" mp4="https://carvedinblue.tencel.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Video-May-10-4-48-10-PM.mp4" poster="https://carvedinblue.tencel.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/cib-video.jpg"][/video] ...
With a washhouse, an expo, classes and a wealth of knowledge on denim, it’s little surprise a pop-up shop was next in Bill Curtin’s sights. As of last month, the owner of BPD Washhouse and the upcoming BPDEXPO, has a pop-up shop at 55 Spring St....
Monochromatic jeans-wear exhibits drama with chic style. A counterpoint to "the Blues". Black and white both together and independently as white on white and black on black are a strong statement. This is the tough yet soft denim twill we love catapulted into urban fashion. No need...
The Lenzing Denim Team works around the clock, always on the hunt for the latest trends and news affecting the denim market. From global sourcing trends and new environmental concerns, to denim history, here’s a look at some of the videos that grabbed the attention of the Lenzing...
By working with students from Valencia College of Art’s Fashion Co-Design and Sustainability Master’s program, Lenzing gives future fashion designers and denim consumers the chance to show the textile community their vision of tomorrow’s denim. Newly qualified fashion designers are joining our industry at a dynamic...