1. ORIGIN AND EVOLUTION OF DENIM

The history of denim dates back to the 18th century, when weavers from Nîmes, France, created a durable fabric called "serge de Nîmes." It was originally a basic necessity fabric with a low production cost for French artisans. Later, this fabric was imported to the United States and used to make durable clothing, including sturdy work pants. The word "denim" itself is a contraction of "de Nîmes", thus emphasizing its French roots.

Denim quickly became integrated into American culture, becoming a favored choice for manual workers and miners due to its exceptional durability. The denim canvas was so durable that it withstood the rigors of daily physical labor, transforming it into an icon of functionality. In the 1870s, Levi Strauss and Jacob Davis created the first jeans, pants made from denim fabric.

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However, the turning point for denim came in the mid-20th century, when many iconic brands, such as Levi's, introduced denim into popular culture by democratizing the use of this material for all types of clothing. Notably, denim jeans quickly became a symbol of rebellion and youth, cementing their place in fashion history.

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2. VARIOUS TYPES OF WASHES

Denim is a sturdy fabric that can come in different shades thanks to washing. Denim washes, such as stone wash, bleach wash, and acid wash, have emerged as popular techniques to give denim has a worn, vintage look.

• Stone wash: it involves the use of pumice stones to soften the fabric and give it an aged appearance.

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• Bleach wash: this is a process using bleach to lighten certain areas of denim, creating striking contrasts.

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• Acid Wash: This process requires the use of harsh chemicals to create unique patterns and uneven washes.

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To wash denim at home, you can opt for DIY techniques like hand tearing, using abrasive sponges, or even soaking in a salt water solution. These methods allow denim to be personalized according to individual preferences, but must be executed with care.

3. THE DENIM SHIRT

The denim shirt, often neglected, is nevertheless a key piece of any wardrobe. Indeed, if it is thin enough, for example weighing around 200g/m², it can be worn as a classic casual shirt or over a T-shirt. If its weight is at least 350g/m², then it will certainly be more comfortable to wear it as an overshirt.

For a casual outfit, opt for a denim shirt, lightly faded or not, worn open with a T-shirt underneath. You can pair it with jeans and complete the look with white sneakers, for example.

For a dressier style, choose a darker denim shirt and wear it with dark chinos or jeans. You can also add dress shoes and a leather belt.

You can find our denim shirt models on our Première Manche website.

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