Here's how natural indigo is still grown and fermented in Japan, despite the fashion industry's dependence on synthetic dyes.

But the clothing industry, and particularly the denim sector, is a huge consumer ... chemists set about to develop cheaper methods to dye fabrics. Today, labs create synthetic dyes petroleum ...

Additionally, there are some quirky denim tales that encourage creative care. One popular tip suggests storing jeans in the ...

After soaking, gently swish the jeans around by hand. Focus on areas that tend to get sweatier (like the inner thighs or ...

remember to always wash your jeans inside out to protect the outer fabric from washing friction and to retain its color. Most ...