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:D :D (denim on denim) fashion: Let’s hear it for the boys!

08 Friday Jan 2016

Posted by meappropriatestyle in denim-wear, express yourself, fashion fun, fashion inspiration, menswear, menswear designers, off - runway, ready to wear, runway favourites, style cue, style ideas?, style inspiration

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denim fabrication, denim on the runway, denim street style, denim-on-denim, menswear, menswear designers, spring/summer 2016

 

Denim-on-denim attire

continues its sartorial rise

with much added fashion innovation for 2016.

 

 

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Let’s hear it for the boys

as they show how its done!

 

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Street style sass

Total style maker

ribbed effect waistcoat and pocketed duster

denim on denim, men, jacket_vest  fashionisingMilanMenswearStreetStyleSS14

(image from fashionising.com)

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Two to-dos

(l)  classic ensemble:  waist length jacket and relax fit trousers

(r)  triple threat:  shirt, outer-stitch waistcoat, jeans

denim on denim, men, tokyofashionguide.com mens-double-denim-street-style

(photo from tokyofashionguide.com)

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Keeping it simple

jacket as inner-wear paired with a traditional navy blue overcoat

denimwear, men, thousandyardstylecom

(photo from thousandyardstyle.com)

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It’s all about the details

Trousers with buckle features at knee

denim on denim, men, buckle detail trousers, eatsleepdenimcom

(photo from eatsleepdenim.com)

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On the runway rendition

 

S / S  2016

by designer, Greg Lauren

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Stripped and Striped

(t)  three-piece suiting

(b)  patchwork wide rim hat

patchwork jacket with asymmetric button closure

rivet hole detail to hem / sleeve

 

denim on denim, men, s16, striped, strip effect, match jacket_trouser greg lauren, voguecomdenim on denim, men, rivet jacket_hat, jogger, s16, greg lauren, voguecom

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from BLK DNM

by designer, Johan Lindeberg

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A matte finish

charcoal grey shirt and matching trousers

denim on denim, BLK DNM,

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by designer, Craig Green

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Karate Kid

 double hem jacket

cinched at waist with same fabric sash

matching loose-fit trousers

denim on denim, men, craig green, s 16 vogue _

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from designer, Italo Zucchelli

for Calvin Klein Collection

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Flash fabrication

stonewash effect sweatshirt

stonewash effect easy-flare jeans

with contrast dark wash hem

denim on denim, calvin klein, s 16, voguecom

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from design label, Au Jour Le Jour

by Mirko Fontana and Diego Marquez

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Fun fashion

midwash casuals:  jacket and zany appliqué jeans

denim on denim, menswear, au-jour-le-jour-

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(runway images from vogue.com)

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A denim dimension definition

20 Friday Nov 2015

Posted by meappropriatestyle in agender fashion, denim, denim-wear

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agender fashion, Ashish, Aula, denim, denim fabrication, denim on the runway, denim wear, DRESSEDUNDRESSED, Marques'Almeida, R. Shemiste, Rocket X Lunch, Supercomma B

 

From its humble origins as sturdy clothing

to its use as high fashion material

denim wear has been elevated to a whole new plane.

 

 

As evidenced in several Renaissance paintings-

denim wear has its fashion roots grounded in

Western European.

 

Today, in partically every corner of the world-

denim wear garments

are solidly de rigueur, agender attire.

 

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Denim wear:

a fashion global phenomenon

a fashion common denominator

a fashion unifying element.

 

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Denim wear on the runway

 

 

Seoul Fashion Week

for s / s 2016

from Rocket  X  Lunch

It’s in the details

  ombre effect, multiple button rows, fringe to trousers

denim wear, tiered, rough edge, ombre effect, ladies, korea, rocket

denim wear rocket_lunch

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from Supercomma B

Agender agenda

denim wear, agender, supercomma B, s16

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from  R.  Shemiste

denim suiting

jacket with asymmetric lapel

wide leg trousers with frayed hem

denim wear, r. shemiste s16

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high waist skirt with front slit

denim wear, r. shemiste, skirt s16

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Tokyo Fashion Week

For S / S 2016

 

from DRESSEDUNDRESSED

boiler suit, window pane pattern, bleach effect

denim wear, men, s16, boiler suit, window pane, bleach effect, dressedundressed_ss16_

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from Aula

maxi length cover with textural effect yoke

 buttery sleeeves, large pockets

frayed ends to sleeve and cover hem

denim wear, tokyo fashion week, aula_ss16_

 

 

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London Fashion Week

For S / S  2016

from Ashish

culotte with train

denim wear, ashish, s 2016_

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Colour burst set

jacket / bucket hat / oversized, wide leg trouser

denim wear, ashish, s16

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Marques ‘ Almeida

‘Taking it to the max’

maxi – length trench

denim wear, marques almeida, trench, lady, s 16 _ALM0480_426x639_1

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“Japanese Denim” a made in Japan, inspired by the U.S. , styled in Japan fashion story line

17 Tuesday Nov 2015

Posted by meappropriatestyle in "Japanese denim", denim, denim-wear, fabrication, jeans

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"Japanese denim", classic denim design, denim, denim as fashion wear, denim fabrication, denim wear, John Bull Jenas, made in Japan, Oni Jeans, Samurai Jeans, selvedge denim, Visvim Jeans

 

 

From its humble beginnings as durable material for work-wear

to its evolution as high status fabrication for designer clothing

denim is lauded for its versatility:

for use in the creation of

an array of garments from head to toe (hats to shoes)

to a symbol of fashion democratisation, accessibility for all.

 

 

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Then … workers’ wear

levi strauss, RR workers in strass overall, levistrausshd.yolasite.com

Denim overalls

working on the railroad

(image from yolastie.com)

 

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Now … worn by all

jeans, democratization, hands up in the air, urbandarlin

Denim democratization

hands up in the air for denim!

(image from urbandarling.com)

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With its appearance on the American clothing scene

in the mid-19th century

 

 

(thanks to the entrepreneur Levi Strauss

who established the first company to manufacture jeans

Levi Strauss & Co, San Francisco, California)

 

 

denim wear has been long associated with American fashion

until now.

 

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Iconic denim brand

levi strauss, label. news,nd.edu

Levi Strauss & Co

company label illustrating denim wear as work wear

(image from new.nd.edu)

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Creating singular denim wear has become a particular strength

of a few Japanese design labels

who have become expert in producing denim fabrication

of a vintage quality as inspired by classic Levi Strauss clothing.

The effect is achieved by adhering to traditional denim manufacturing:

producing a raw finish that softens over time as well as using

shuttle looms to produce “selvedge” denim-

tightly woven edges which  prevent fraying.

The look is classic denim.

 

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Selvedge “edge”

in orange stitching

apanese denim, selvage denim, nudiejeans.com orange

(image from nudiejean.com)

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The characteristic features of denim wear produced in Japan

have revived much interest in the

aesthetics of traditional denim attire .

This fashion phenomenon has evolved over the past decade plus and

is sometimes refered to as “Japanese denim”

and by the term more industry-wide recognised-

selvage denim.

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The finished garments are wonderfully “old school” in look and feel.

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A few “Japanese denim” brands

made in Japan, influenced by the U. S.

Traditional look

           Traditonal cut

                                   Traditional fabrication

by Samauri Jeans, Japan

apanese denim, samura jeans, global.rakuten.com

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by John Bull, Japan

japanese denim by john bull, global.rakuten.com

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by Oni Jeans

no fuss, no frills denim jacket

apanese denim, oni jeans, jean jacket, global.rakuten.com

(images by global.rakuten.com)

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by Blue Blue Japan

worker-wear inspired

patchwork jacket

japanese denim by john bull, global.rakuten.com

(image from mrporter.com)

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Some “Japanese denim” labels, such as

Visvim by designer Hiroki Nakamura-

imprint a local stamp on vintage effect denim

creating singular pieces, which integrate

elements of Japanese dress aesthetics

into the finished design.

The resulting look is of intricate detail and silhouette.

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Some added extras

from Visvim

by designer Hiroki Nakamura

modelled by Hiroki Nakamura

japanese denim, visvim, denim shawl worn by visvim creative director, wgsn.com

Denim shawl of print and pattern

(image from wgsn.com)

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japanese denim, visvim, padded jacket, mens Stylesight

Blue padded jacket with tan lining

(image from stylesight)

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The price tag?

Not exactly a “democratizing” feature of this brand of denim wear.

However, the finished pieces are special garments warmly welcomed by

denim wear enthusiasts.

 

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Mark your diary ! : Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) presents a new exhibition on the history of denim- ” Denim: Fashion Frontier”

12 Thursday Nov 2015

Posted by meappropriatestyle in denim, denim-wear, exhibitions, fabrication, fashion and history, fashion exhibitions, fashion historic reference

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denim as fashion wear, denim as work wear, denim fabrication, denim wear, fashion exhibitions 2015 - 2016, Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), history of denim, museum exhibitions, wide-leg denim trousers

 

 

The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), NYC

is a state school of higher education.

Founded in 1944, it remains one of the premier centres for

study in fashion and design.

Renown alumni include, among others-

the designers Michael Kors, Francisco Costa, Nanette Lepore.

 

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The Museum at FIT is recognised for its informative and innovative exhibitions-

well worth a visit for all interested in fashion design-

highlighting historical perspectives and future vision.

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The upcoming show

Denim:  Fashion Frontier

(1 December 2015 – 7 May 2016)

will examine the import of denim wear

from its origins as labour apparel for its sturdy quality

to high-fashion attire and mainstay fabrication for its versatility.

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Denim as work-wear

American miners, 19th century

denim history, 1800 MINERS, urbanoutfitters, co.uk

(image from urbanoutfitters uk)

 

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Denim as fashion / style statement maker

denim on denim ensemble

jacket / wide leg trousers wtih fringe details

denim wear, fringe hem to jacket pocket and trouser hem, ladies, vogue uk

 

(image from vogue uk)

 

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Denim:  Fashion Frontier

Museum at the Fashion Institue of Technology (FIT) – NYC

1 December 2015 – 7 May 2016

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Denim Dimension: Marques’Almeida, a/w ’15

25 Wednesday Feb 2015

Posted by meappropriatestyle in denim, denim-wear, ready to wear, runway presentation, signature look, womenswear, womenswear designers

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In 2011

Marta Marques and Paulo Almeida

launched their label Marques’Almeida.

after completing the M. A. programme

at Central Saint Martins- London.

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By 2015

They are hailed the dynamic duo of denim design–

a meteoric rise, which continues on the ascent.

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Their autumn/winter ’15 collection,

presented at London Fashion Week-

featured signature elements of their denim wear aesthetics:

frayed edges, distinctive details, sassy silhouettes.

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Marques’Almeida, taking denim style to new dimensions.

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From the collection of

Marques’Almeida

autumn / winter ’15

(images from style.com):

marques almeida, a15marques almeida, a15marques almeida, a15marques almeida, a15

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A new aspect of denim dimension: meet French designer, Faustine Steinmetz

11 Wednesday Feb 2015

Posted by meappropriatestyle in denim, denim-wear, design inspiration, design inventive, design philosophy, emerging designers, fabrication, jeans, womenswear

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denim, denim design, denim fabrication, denim innovation, denim wear, fabrication, Faustine Steinmetz, Spring 2015

 

Faustine Steinmetz

is a designer with a new vision for denim fabrication.

A graduate of both The Atelier Chardon Savard, Paris

and Central Saint Martins, London-

she launched her label in 2013

With a clear artistic directive in mind and a loom in hand,

she has created a visually engaging look and texture to denim-wear.

 

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(image from fashionsnap.com):

faustine steinmetz, portrait

“I think artisan techniques are my biggest source of inspiration.”

designer, Faustine Steinmetz

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She states simply that,

“it’s all recycled denim that I’ve re-felted.”  (quote from vogue.co.uk)

Yet achieving the finished piece is anything but simple in execution.

Rather, it is a method expertly thought out and intricately constructed:

“Each fabric is solely handwoven by one person

using one of our traditional hand looms. 

Each piece is meticulously made by hand,

with some pieces taking over a week to weave.” 

(quote from faustinesteinmetz.com)

 

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(image from joujouvilleroy.com):

faustine steinmetz, samples

Samples of denim fabric manipulations

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Ms. Steinmetz’s approach to the design and fabrication

of denim-  a wardrobe staple –

is that of a true artisan:

hand-crafted, inventive, detailed and of singular beauty-

Masterful!

 

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Faustine Steinmetz

S / S  ’15

(images from denimology.com):

faustine steinmetz, s 15faustine steinmetz, s '15faustine steinmetz, s '15

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(image from fashionspyder.com):

faustine steinmetz, s 15

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(image from wgsn.com):

faustine steinmetz, s '15

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(image from beexposed.co.uk):

faustine steinmetz, s '15

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(image from pinterest.com):

faustine steinmetz, s'15

 

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(image from sleekmag.com):

faustine steinmetz, 's15

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(image from pret-a-reporter.co.uk):

faustine steinmetz, s'15

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(image from secondstreet.ru):

faustine steinmetz, s15

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