New Jeans Trends (Page 5 of 15)

Uh-Oh… Double Denim is back.

Published by Jessie February 27th, 2009 in New Jeans Trends, What were they thinking?! and what to wear with denim. 3 Comments

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MAJOR BWA HA HA HA HA HA’s ahead. Prepare to spit whatever you are drinking.

From fashionising.com:

I have a confession. I hate the 1980s.

Born in the middle of the decade I’m too young to remember any of its culture, instead preferring endless memories of Thomas The Tank Engine. That may be a lie actually, I do remember part of the culture. I remember perms. I remember mullets. I remember a plethora of crimes committed against my young eyes by baby boomers who should have known better (though that generation aren’t exactly known for getting anything right). And amongst those heinous crimes which aided the development of my acute sense of loathing all things 80’s is double denim.

Which brings me to some terrible news dear readers: double denim is back.

But there’s hope. There’s hope that we’ve caught it soon enough. There’s hope that we can show people the error of their ways before double denim spreads. And Fashionising.com is going to lead the charge: normally fully behind the majority of fashion trends and micro-trends, we’re labelling the double denim fashion trend the major faux pas amongst all of 2009’s fashion trends and 2010’s fashion trends.

I fear its true – double denim IS back. Even in the new True Religion magazine ads, you’ll see denim jackets paired with jeans or shorts. What’s your take on the new trend?

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Lee Denim Archives Fall 2009

Published by Jessie February 21st, 2009 in New Jeans Trends. 1 Comment

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Manufactured and washed in Japan, Lee will dig into their archives to present a special collection of heritage pieces for the European Market this Fall 2009. Following on from a part of the market Levi’s, through their LVC range have dominated alongside independent Japanese repro makers. Lee’s Archive is impressive, including their iconic 101 style. The collection stays true to the original cuts, hoping to keep traditionalists happy.

via slamxhype.com

Fashion Week: Ideeen RTW F/W 2009

Published by Jessie February 18th, 2009 in New Jeans Trends and new brands. 2 Comments

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Ideeen presents tapered skinny pants and jeans paired with gorgeous, elaborate jackets at this low key but high-impact presentation in Greenwich Village. Tie dyed denim, felted wool, fur and silks are wildly blended in this dark, urban collection of separates for the fashion brave. My favorite? The acid stained denim dress, strangely woven together and crafted into a perfect feminine form!

images via teenvogue.com & coutouture.com

Are these boyfriend jeans worth $598?!

Published by Jessie February 11th, 2009 in New Jeans Trends and distressed denim. 2 Comments

Ron Herman has collaborated with Jean Shop to make these Hand-Sewn Painter Boyfriend Jeans. Made with authentic Japanese denim, these jeans are distressed and re-sewn. Each pair is hand-painted, distressed and ultimately unique due to slight differences and variations between pairs.

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Junya Watanabe Spring 2009 RTW

Published by minnyb February 5th, 2009 in New Jeans Trends. 2 Comments

When I heard that Junya Watanabe had pulled together, once again, a remarkable collection for Spring, I closed my eyes and tried to picture just what he might have in store. Known for stark period and cultural influence, always a jacket and skirt in site, and never without a hat or headdress of course, Watanabe endlessly produces great shows, often in the vain of a curatorial feat no less.

This season, being no exception–many of the same elements persisting–we at the Denimblog, are happy to report, that Watanabe took a stab a something different, including our favorite indigo tones too.

With a clear African affect, inlaid lace, gingham, flowered and paisley prints, Watanabe toiled with not only the Boyfriend jean, but with layered, fitted, and cut up skirts and tiny little military styled jackets as well. The head pieces are purely couture, in my opinion, but, that said, they definitely herald a look of just the home sewn glory that patch work denim calls for (a la Kate Moss’s recent foray into pieced together fabrics).

It seems to me that this exact African influence might just be one of greatest references that we’ve seen on the runways for Spring. Have you noticed that as well? If you’re interested in the theme, take some time to review Louis Vuitton’s Spring Collection and notice the subtle inclination toward specific fabrics, patterns, and a drifting escape from classical western simplicities. I will also mention that Ralph Lauren’s RTW collection was falling that way too, with a certain Safari ease.

Watanabe’s collection of fab denim and tribal detailing may not be an everyday something in your wardrobe–this I already know. In fact, I might venture to say that for most, it might be a never-day occurrence in your wardrobe! Yet, even if you are going to sit on the side lines with this one, can you deny its artistic subtlety and brilliance? I, for one, absolutely can not.

Di-Amanda & Denim…jewelry that is…

Published by minnyb February 1st, 2009 in New Jeans Trends. 5 Comments

Di-Amanda Flower Petals Necklace by D&D Creations

Di-Amanda Inc., an Ontario, Canada based company, is really pushing denim to the limit with a new trend. No, I’m not talking about the rise or the leg opening here, not even close. I’m talking about a trend that is just a little bit…well…smaller.

As you’ve already guessed by my very obvious blog title…Di-Amanda is a jewelry company. Their denim themed designs are each hand crafted from .925 silver and many are highlighted by diamonds too. The jewelry comes in all different variations and shapes ranging from pendants to necklaces, bracelets, earrings and rings as well. Prices for Di-Amanda items range from as low as $30 for some plainer pieces that you might be able to find on ebay to $1000+ for more heavily jeweled pieces at retail locations.

Di-Amanda Buckle Ring

Owned and operated by D&D Creations, the artistic voice behind the company is none other than famed international jewelry entrepreneur, Airy Ho. Visit D&D online and check out Ho’s designs on the web, as well as locate stores in your area: DD-Creations.com

Di-Amanda Heart Earrings with Diamonds

Di-Amanda and Airy Ho are not the only Denim Jewelry Designers out there though. There are other companies who are following in their path. If you’re into going green, for instance, Denim Designs Jewelry is another manufacturer, that uses recycled denim, crafting blue jeans into solid stone-like pieces. You can visit them on the web at DenimDesignsJewelry.com

Solid Stone Pendant from Recycled Denim by Denim Jewelry Designs $10 on sale

Or, if a denim watch is what you are looking for, check out the home made designs from jeanetiks.com (pronounced genetics).

Denim Watch from Jeanetiks $19.99

So, what do you think ladies? Are you going to be wearing denim accents on your fingers and lobes? Or maybe you think this is just the thing for your designer-denim-wearing-girlfriend for Valentine’s Day guys? Hmmmmmm…I don’t know…

Paige Premium Denim Brights!

Published by minnyb January 30th, 2009 in New Jeans Trends and Paige Premium Jeans. 3 Comments

Paige Premium Denim is springing into…Spring! Exclusively available at the National Jean Company are brand new colors in the Skyline Drive Ankle Jean. What do you think of these amazingly BRIGHT shades?

We’ve got Flame

Skyline Ankle Denim in Flame

There’s Equator

Skyline Ankle Denim in Equator

How about Tropical?

Skyline Ankle Denim in Tropical (great butt shot!)

If you are into something a little lighter as we head into the last few weeks of winter, this might be just the thing to put that bounce back in your step. Personally, I think they would look amazing with a cozy cream cashmere cowl neck sweater, or even a woolly black wrap. Throw on a pair of warm wedges and you’re good to go!

If they are a little too summery for you though, grab a pair now while they are available and wear the 5-pocket peg leg style all summer long with your strappy sandals and tanks. They are retailing for $180 and only at National Jean Company with FREE SHIPPING too!

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‘Glue Jeans’ Are Without Thread

Published by Jessie January 30th, 2009 in New Jeans Trends, What were they thinking?! and new brands. 1 Comment

From Josh Spear:

Leave it to the Dutch to do something completely different. Denim manufacture Glue Jeans does just what their company name implies: instead of stitching the denim together, they’ve glued it with a super holding glue. What seems like a cleaver gimmick actually looks really cool. Raw denim next to the heavy lines of red glue gives it a sharp look. It’s different enough to turn heads, but subtle enough to leave people wondering. Glue Jeans has tested their product’s durability for the past two years.

Glue Jeans are definitely original… but they are also U-G-L-Y!