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Exploring denim trends and education at Denim Première Vision Milan

Denim Première Vision Milan 2026 will return to Superstudio Più on May 20–21, bringing together industry professionals, educators and students to explore developments shaping the global denim sector and upcoming Autumn/Winter 2027–28 trends. Held under the patronage of the Municipality of Milan, the ninth Milan edition aims to combine sourcing,...

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Denim expert Piero Turk: ‘Nobody needs so many types of denim fabric’

Each season at the Amsterdam denim trade show Kingpins, thousands of new denim qualities are available to study, arranged in endless rows of jeans and swatches. Manufacturers effortlessly present 50 new developments. “It is actually nonsense,” Italian Piero Turk tells FashionUnited over the phone. He is speaking from his home and workplace in...

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Fashion trend analysis: barrel-leg trousers

Paris (France) - Barrel-leg trousers, also known as "tonneau" in French or "clown" trousers, seemed unlikely to move from the catwalks to the high street with their unique, voluminous cut. However, they have recently taken over everyday fashion for both men and women. "Ready-to-wear has made it a staple that has replaced all the flared jeans of...

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How Kuyichi made denim sustainable in 25 years: “We were organic, but with a huge footprint”

Denim brand Kuyichi was founded in 2001 by Solidaridad, Triodos Bank, Stichting Stimulans and Oro Blanco, a collective of Peruvian cotton farmers that no longer exists. They had a clear goal: to make organic and fair-trade cotton the norm. The brand grew to become a pioneer in sustainable denim but ran into trouble in 2015 due to high overhead...

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Individual and versatile: Denim trends for AW26 womenswear

Denim, with its roots in workwear, is often regarded as the basis of a simple everyday uniform, where volume, length and embellishment usually mark the greatest extremes. Yet the durable fabric offers more scope than it might initially suggest. Rather than revisiting the old question of whether women will wear skinny or wider trousers this...

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FW26 Women’s denim trend report: Diesel, Dior, Balenciaga and more

The big news in denim for FW26 is the return of the slim-leg jean, signaling a shift toward more refined silhouettes in ready-to-wear. The collection features a full spectrum of washes, from light blue to deep indigo, with a continued emphasis on distressing and abrasion. Embellishments like diamante and studs remain prominent, while the trend...

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Recover partners with China's Prosperity Textile to produce sustainable denim at scale

Madrid – A decisive step forward has been made in popularising circularity and the use of more sustainable fibres, following a strategic agreement between Spain's Recover and China's Prosperity Textile. Under this pact, the companies have agreed to jointly participate in the development, manufacturing and industrial-scale commercialisation of...

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Study: design choices can significantly reduce fibre shedding from jeans during washing

The way jeans are processed in the factory largely determines their environmental impact when washed by the consumer. New research, shared by The Microfibre Consortium (TMC) on LinkedIn, shows that combining mercerised yarn (treated cotton) with specific washes can reduce fibre shedding by 77 to 93 percent per wash cycle. The processes for two...

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Calik Denim names Eray Karaduman as general manager

Denim manufacturer Calik Denim has appointed Eray Karaduman as general manager, as it looks to realise its long-term vision of expanding its global impact across key markets, including the US, Europe, and the Far East. Calik Denim, known for its innovation and sustainability, is looking to the future with a new sustainability framework, ‘Passion...

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Bebe launches debut collection with Betty Boop

Fashion brand Bebe has launched its debut collaborative collection with the iconic cartoon character Betty Boop. The new Bebe x Betty Boop collection brings together two culturally relevant names to create a unique collection for fashion-forward women. Building on Betty Boop’s strong resurgence, driven partially by the success of Boop! The...

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Lee Jeans unveils collaboration with Feng Chen Wang

American denim brand Lee Jeans has launched an exclusive collaboration with London-based Chinese designer Feng Chen Wang, celebrating the 101st anniversary of Lee’s iconic 101 series. The collection sees Wang reimagining the classic American cowboy silhouette of Lee’s 101s through her distinctive, deconstructed lens, while also blending...

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Fabletics ventures into denim for first time with new collection

Fabletics is venturing into a new category for the first time in response to heightened customer demand. The US activewear brand has unveiled its first denim collection, offering looks that intend to serve as an extension of its focus on comfort and fit. To create the line, Fabletics partnered with denim expert Benjamin Talley Smith, who aided...