For many students, college coursework is the first step toward building a career in their chosen field. Exemplifying this, a number of graduates from the Fashion Institute of Technology’s denim class have gone on to work in the industry. Carved in Blue is catching up...
Since 1992, Lenzing's flagship textile brand TENCEL™ has empowered companies across the textile value chain to adopt more eco-friendly practices by producing fibers made from renewable wood sources. From their botanic origin, to the low environmental impact of production, to eventual biodegradability on disposal, the...
The denim industry is on a quest to make the lowest impact jean possible, and the key to reaching this goal is choosing the right materials. TENCEL™ Lyocell is made from renewable wood pulp using a low-impact process, giving jeans a stronger environmental profile. For...
Trade shows are back, and next month will see a bevy of fabric events during New York Textile Week. From July 19 to July 21, buyers and designers can check out six different shows all centered on textile and apparel sourcing. There is something for everyone,...
In 2022, the TENCEL™ brand is celebrating its 30th anniversary. Over the years, the fibers have found a place in the denim world, both on their own and mixed with blending partners like cotton. The TENCEL™ team is looking back on some of the key denim...
With TENCEL™ Modal with Indigo Color technology, the world of indigo is expanding. The spun-dyed fibers are colorfast, allowing them to be used in more applications—including knits—thereby bringing the blue hue to more categories. World Textile Sourcing has adopted these indigo modal fibers for a knit...
For many students, college coursework is the first step toward building a career in their chosen field. Exemplifying this, a number of graduates from the Fashion Institute of Technology’s denim class have gone on to work in the industry. Carved in Blue is catching up...
Blue Lenz is our YouTube channel devoted to denim. Check out the channel for the best denim videos from our Carved in Blue conversations, mill partners and brands. Catch up with some of our favorite recent videos: Premiere Vision Denim: Conference Hemphasize Hemp! in partnership with Textil...
In 2015, the United Nations’ member states established the Sustainable Development Goals to drive positive change when it comes to people and planet. To address and advance the adoption of the goals specifically within the fashion industry, the Fashion Impact Fund created the Conscious Fashion...
According to Blue Cast host Tricia Carey, two of the most frequently used adjectives she hears used to describe Aamir Akhtar are “kind” and “humble.” He is also up for a challenge, and has never stopped exploring new educational opportunities throughout his career. With his long...
About two years ago, during the pandemic, Worn Again Technologies, Circle Economy and Centre for Circular Design joined forces to create World Circular Textiles Day. Celebrated each year since on Oct. 8, the day is centered on the goal of full circularity by 2050. For the...
The denim industry has countless stories to tell. And video is an ideal medium to visually communicate these developments—whether it is a mill’s new finishing treatment, a brand’s latest collection or a conversation on sustainability. TENCEL™ launched our Blue Lenz YouTube channel in 2020 to serve...