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The 17th Bangladesh Denim Expo signifies a transformative moment in the fashion industry

The 17th edition of Bangladesh Denim Expo kicked off yesterday at the International Convention City, Bashundhara (ICCB), Dhaka, Bangladesh. The Bangladesh Denim Expo is a remarkable testament to the fusion of fashion and sustainability within the denim industry. This event showcases innovative designs and emphasizes the importance of...

Fashion

Lee launches new handbag line on social and ecommerce platforms

Denim and apparel brand Lee has launched a new curated line of handbags and totes on its social and ecommerce platforms. Developed under license by the manufacturer Montana West, the handbags are available for sale for the first time on TikTok Shop, next to the brand’s other online retail websites. The collection includes three different handbag...

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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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17th Bangladesh Denim Expo on 4th & 5th Nov 2024

The Bangladesh Denim Expo is an international trade show organized by the Bangladesh Apparel Exchange. It showcases the country's thriving denim industry and brings together manufacturers, suppliers, buyers, and designers from all over the world to explore the latest trends and innovations in denim production. The expo serves as a platform for...

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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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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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F/W24 Denim Collection by Reell: Focus on Diversity and Resources

Denim stays an essential element in the world of Streetfashion this autumn. Reell’s collections have not only always featured denim styles; the streetwear brand even started exclusively offering baggy jeans back in 1997. Today, some 27 years later, the German brand's denim selection covers a wide range of styles with eight different silhouettes,...

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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....

Fashion

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...