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The term describing the fades along the outer seam of a pair of jeans. The contours of the folded inseam are seen in the in

Pumice is solidified lava: volcanic rock that is formed when lava and water are mixed. It is the material of choice when stonewashing garments, as

As the name suggests, it indicates the power of the denim fabric. Ring spun yarn is often considered as having the strongest pull-strength. Source: Nouvelle de

This refers to a blend of polyester and cotton that gives denim extra strength, but the look of authentic jeans. It is quite often used by

A typical jeans characteristic. Pockets on the back of jeans are usually stitched in a decorative way. The 1970s saw extensive and almost exaggerated pocket

The (concealed) cloth used for the front pockets of a five pocket style jeans. Often made from a strong cotton fabric to assure duration of

This term refers to the number of strands in a yarn. Most denim is woven from 2 or 3 ply yarn. Source: Nouvelle de Nîmes Nº

A popular dyestuff used by manufacturers who want a faded look on their jeans. The pigment dye does not naturally stick to fibre. It only

See ‘Garment Dyed’.

This is the patent that was granted to Levi Strauss and business partner Jacob Davis in 1873, for their revolutionary introduction of copper rivets to