Meet the Artisans Q&A: Manuel Canova of IMjiT35020 Manufactus
‘Italian jeans’ usually means something that is heavily treated and more Ferrari than Mustang in terms of design. Find out why IMjiT35020 is different.
Artisan Challenge
Artisan Challenge
Meet the Artisans Q&A: Hobbyist Artisan, Dominik Risavy
Several established artisans participate in the Artisan Challenge; Dominik Risavy from Austria is one of the aspiring hobbyist jean makers that have joined.
Artisan Challenge
Meet the Artisans Q&A: 11.11 by Mia Morikawa and Shani Himanshu
11.11 by CellDSGN plan to bring the best of ancient Indian weaving and Japanese indigo cultivation to the Artisan Challenge. Find out exactly how here.
3 Super Heavyweight Denims That Fade Like Hell
Super heavyweight jeans fade in a particular way. The denim’s thickness creates much chunky creases compared to the sharper ones of lighter weight denims.
Artisan Challenge
Meet the Artisans Q&A: Fernando García of TheConcrete Co.
Fernando Calera is a Spanish denim tailor who has signed up for the Artisan Challenge with his TheConcrete Co. brand. Find out what he will be making.
Artisan Challenge
Meet the Artisans Q&A: Hajime Inoue of TCB Jeans
15 years ago, Hajime Inoue of TCB Jeans moved to Kojima in Okayama to learn to make jeans. Now, he’s ready to prove his worth in the Artisan Challenge.
DWC
Wearing Denim Made This HWDC2 Veteran Start a Business
The DWC could be your way to start a raw denim business. American Benno Cooper launched the shop Chain Stitches after actively taking part in the HWDC2.
DWC
HWDC2 Veteran: “Here’s Why You Should Join the DWC”
Louis Chia met his wife through raw denim and he joined the HWDC2 to share his journey with other aficionados. Here’s why he thinks you should join the DWC.
DWC
Why the Denim Scene Needs the Denim World Championship
The Denim World Championship will reveal which jeans are worth our time and effort. Is it the Japanese, the artisan or the crowd funded brands that rule?
DWC
The Artisan Challenge Will Find the World’s Best Jeans Maker
The Artisan Challenge is a two-year contest between jeans makers organised by Union of Artisans with the help of DWC and Companion Denim.
DWC
Who’s the King Of Fades? It’s Time To Separate the Men From The Boys
After months of waiting, the Denim World Championship finally opened for registration. Learn all about the championship in this article before you sign up.