Denim and tattoos go hand in hand. For Tony Tonnaer, the founder of Amsterdam-based label Kings of Indigo(also known as K.O.I.), his tattoo of a koi fish not only inspired his company’s name but also the brand’s smart yet rebellious design perspective. As the K.O.I. website...
This fall, Lenzing’s Carved in Blue was pleased to present their latest ideas and connect with brands, mills and denim trade innovators at Kingpins, both in Amsterdam and New York. Our message at Kingpins was simple; Carved in Blue = Comfort + Nature + Technology. Comfort...
Is vertically integrated manufacturing a gateway to a more sustainable future? For Soorty, the Pakistan mill with a strong U.S. and European client base, it’s fully-vertical capabilities have been an essential key to designing the innovative and quality products its value-seeking customers want. “We are always...
G-Star is taking on the challenge to do good for the planet and look good while doing it. “Our philosophy is and has always been ‘just the product,’ meaning that G-Star is focused on constantly reinventing denim. Designing denim for the future also includes taking responsibility...
No one knows denim better than Adriano Goldschmied. Carved In Blue caught up with the legendary denim designer and fired off some questions about all things denim and blue. Carved In Blue: What is your biggest pet peeve about the denim industry? Adriano: Repeats—the same thing, all...