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Denim trends for SS25: Men's shorts and fashion for global culture

The denim fair Kingpins celebrated its tenth anniversary edition in Amsterdam last week. A highlight of the fair was the trend presentation by its long-term partner Denim Dudes, which this time round was dedicated to denim trends for the spring/summer 2026 season and thus shed light on topics relevant to fashion professionals, such as consumer...

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The future of denim fits at Kingpins: 'Clothing should shape the wearer, not the other way around'

A panel discussion on the first day of denim trade fair Kingpins put forth the topic of the future of denim fits to visitors. Dubbed 'Future Fit Forum', the discussion, moderated by Michelle Branch, founder and creative director of US-based Markt & Twigs, Inc., a global creative company specialising in denim innovations, took place between Carme...

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Lenzing, Kaihara Denim and ROICATM by Asahi Kasei launch SAISEI Collection, premium stretch denim line made of recycled materials

The Lenzing Group, a leading supplier of regenerated cellulosic fibers for the textile and nonwovens industries, ROICA by Asahi Kasei, a pioneer in premium stretch fiber, and Kaihara Denim, the world- renowned Japanese denim manufacturer, join forces for the first time to co-create a premium stretch denim collection, “SAISEI Collection.” The...

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Bio-Derived LYCRA® EcoMade Fiber Samples Make Global Debut at Kingpins Amsterdam

The LYCRA Company, a global leader in developing innovative and sustainable fiber and technology solutions for the apparel industry, announced today that the first garment and fabric samples made with seed quantities of bio-derived LYCRA® EcoMade fiber will be exhibited at Kingpins Amsterdam, October 23 to 24. This highly anticipated fiber is...

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Denim trends: the newest washes and finishes for SS25

As we look ahead to update denim for the SS25 season, the intersections of handcrafting, expression, and sustainability are breathing new life into the beloved, and ever popular, staple. Especially in the case of washes and finishes, which remain consistent focal points of newness and interest. From new takes on distressing to deeply saturated...

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Calik Denim Proudly Launches Spring-Summer 2026 Collection

While more radical steps need to be taken for the future of the World, Calik Denim continues to bring the latest innovations to the sector, always prioritizing the needs of fashion, its business partners and the end consumer. Envisionage, the new Collection of Calik Denim, has a global vision focused on future goals, which translates into...

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Denim Deal rolls out: First Germany, now France, soon worldwide

Back in 2020, a global group of industry leaders came together to sign a 'Denim Deal' committed to closing the denim loop. Now, following the opening of a regional 'Germany Hub' in September 2024 - as part of efforts to establish an ecosystem associated to the Denim Deal 2.0 - a new location is set to also launch in France on October 16....

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Wrangler unveils jeans washed in Coors beer

Denim brand Wrangler has partnered with American beer brand Coors Banquet to launch its first-ever beer-washed jeans. The limited-edition collection of Wrangler Cowboy cut jeans have been washed using repurposed brewing resources from Coors to deliver “a soft, comfortable feel and a timeless, vintage look”. John Meagher, vice president of global...

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Wrangler unveils collaboration with country star Lainey Wilson

Denim brand Wrangler has signed a multi-year partnership with country music star Lainey Wilson to offer consumers a “joyful patchwork of contemporary cowgirl style”. Wilson, who won ‘Best Country Album’ at the 2024 Grammy Awards, is launching her first-ever fashion collection with a range for autumn/winter 2024 that celebrates the country spirit...

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Sanctuary Clothing signs licensing partnership with Li & Fung

Contemporary apparel brand Sanctuary Clothing is expanding its denim category after signing a licensing agreement with Hong Kong-based supply chain solutions partner Li & Fung Limited. The licensing partnership will see Sanctuary launching a new line of women’s premium denim, which will be produced and distributed by Li & Fung. The new premium...

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Denim Trends 2025: 'Indigo AI'

The denim trends presentation at the latest edition of sourcing fair Texhibition in Istanbul had a distinct subtitle - Indigo AI. Here, fabrics designed by artificial intelligence took center stage, showcasing the versatility and innovation that machine learning can bring to the fashion palette. More and more designers include these futuristic...

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Wrangler launches debut collection with Grammy-winning country singer Lainey Wilson

Denim brand Wrangler has launched its first collection with Grammy-winning country singer Lainey Wilson. Part of a multi-year partnership, the apparel collaboration sees Wilson work alongside Wrangler’s design time to create a collection for Fall/Winter ‘24 that reflects the brand’s Western heritage and her vision of contemporary cowgirl style....