Opportunities Today :- February 2005 Issue

Denims

 

Today denims have become a ”must have“ look for both men and women. It is available in classic as well as in jazzy look. You do find diamonds embedded on denims to give a traditional classic look. Focusing on the versatility of the fabric including suits and in retro look, popular designers and brands have brought denim to a whole new level through fabric and fibre, innovations and creative combination of vintage style with modern design. In addition, designers and brands also experimented with the combination of different styles and time periods to create a novel approach to modern denim trends. The broad range of looks includes low waists skirts and pants specially in jeans with boot style. Denims can be worn with tops, shirts and T-shirts. Initially denims were available in very few colours. But if you see the denim market today you will find yourself lost in the colours. Finishings like monkey wash and crushed effect is given to the fabric.


Denim has become a hot number in the fashion industry. There is lot of demand for this fabric and apparels made out of it. Leather was used to make bags to suit the attire, but now you will find denims used in making bags, purses which go very well with a denim jeans or skirt. Since denim is a heavy and a thick fabric it gives a very good fall on the body. The wear of denim is not just restricted to jeans and skirts but it is also seen in shirts and jackets in various colours. The hip huggers in jeans are favourites with youngsters. They are also preferred as casuals for office wear. However, the Persian look of classic straight leg jeans cannot be ignored. If you want something with a more modern edge, try side pocket denim trousers with a beaded tank top and a cashmere stroll. This effect will give you a more of a traditional look. The trick is to mix it with something classic or something extravagant.


Denims offer a sense of romantic otherness that has always characterized style and which makes them more appealing to the mainstream shopper. The trend works with diamonds and coloured stones, the effects of which have been used to create a new look- Combination of rich patterns with the softness of colours in solids or graded hues in pretty designs, rendered in a contemporary motif. It is a fusion of contemporary styles and traditional designs. Thus, denim if you think suits your type of silhouette, don't think just rush for it.