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See ‘Slasher Dyeing’.

The word denim would be descended from serge de Nîmes. Serge was a general name for woolen, half-woolen and silk twill fabrics. Nîmes, a town

Indicating jeans that underwent the process of sanforization. Sanforization stabilizes the fabric before it is cut or washed, by stretching and pre-shrinking it. It reduces

A finishing process to soften the denim for a smoother, softer feel. Can be done with sandpaper or mechanically. Sanded jeans usually cling to the

This is stitching with an extra thick thread, typically used to create an authentic, old-time effect. Source: Nouvelle de Nîmes Nº 5: The Denim Dictionary

The fading effect on the hem of jeans that resembles a rope because of its diagonal fading pattern. Old Levi’s XX pairs are known for

Generally regarded as the best method for indigo dyeing of yarns. These yarns are twisted together until they form a rope and then briefly dipped

A method of washing denim with pumice stones and cellulose enzymes to give the fabric an aged look. It takes its toll on the environment,

See ‘Yoke’.

The length ranging from the crotch up to the waistband. Jeans can have a rise ranging from high to low, making the difference whether the