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The sheer mention of denim conjures images of a hip and casual look, perhaps a pair of blue jeans teamed with a t-shirt.
The clothing item synonymous with easy-going fashion began as workwear for laborers and cowboys. Standing today, it may be slightly difficult to imagine that Levi's coveted jeans were initially made for mineworkers who complained of pant pockets ripping off!
The invention of denim goes back to the 19th century. However, the most significant event in denim history was when Levi Strauss and Jacob Davis obtained a patent for putting rivets on denim trousers. Although denim was initially popular only among cowboys and miners, Hollywood helped glamorize the classic blue jeans in the '20s and '30s. Soon, denim became symbolic of counterculture and later became part of high fashion. The iconic denim jeans have become a must-have clothing element globally.
As we know them today, denim jeans have come a long way. Read on to revisit the history of the denim fabric and explore its types, properties, and more!
The origin of the first denim jeans dates back to the 1800s. In the 1800s, the term 'jean' represented a twill weave material used in trousers. While historians are still divided over the actual birthplace of denim, it is widely believed that denim or blue jeans were initially made in Nîmes, France. The invention of denim was somewhat unintentional.
The indigo-dyed denim jeans are not the only denim fabric available in the market. Check out this list of some of the popular types of denim fabric and some of the most popular denim style trends for everyday casual wear.
Although denim has become a wardrobe staple for most consumers, the environmental impacts of denim cannot be overruled.
Apart from the fashion aspect, what makes denim such a popular clothing material? Let's look at some of its properties to understand the reason behind the boom in the denim industry.
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At Kidadl we pride ourselves on offering families original ideas to make the most of time spent together at home or out and about, wherever you are in the world. We strive to recommend the very best things that are suggested by our community and are things we would do ourselves - our aim is to be the trusted friend to parents.
We try our very best, but cannot guarantee perfection. We will always aim to give you accurate information at the date of publication - however, information does change, so it’s important you do your own research, double-check and make the decision that is right for your family.
Kidadl provides inspiration to entertain and educate your children. We recognise that not all activities and ideas are appropriate and suitable for all children and families or in all circumstances. Our recommended activities are based on age but these are a guide. We recommend that these ideas are used as inspiration, that ideas are undertaken with appropriate adult supervision, and that each adult uses their own discretion and knowledge of their children to consider the safety and suitability.
Kidadl cannot accept liability for the execution of these ideas, and parental supervision is advised at all times, as safety is paramount. Anyone using the information provided by Kidadl does so at their own risk and we can not accept liability if things go wrong.
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