Category : Glossary

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...

A term that implies raw denim that is only rinsed, rather than being subjected to a full wash, and therefore keeps its rough, durable qualities....

Ring Spun yarn is made by constantly rolling and thinning fibres, using a ‘ring’ for spinning. It uses longer fibres which means the end result...

This is the term for traditionally made denim, where ring-spun yarn is used for both the warp and the weft. The yarn is created by...

See ‘Dry Denim’....

A novel use of denim, patented by Japanese designer Toshi Hosogai. He has come up with a design for jeans that allowed them to be...