30 Denim Fabric Innovations

From Waterproof Performance Denim to Dual Tone Denim

With the rise of athleisure styles, sales of activewear have skyrocketed and as a result, many retailers that sell items in denim fabric took a hit. However, now that many consumers are looking to put together outfits that are slightly dressier, yet still comfortable and casual, denim is once again capturing the public's attention as a fashion classic.

One example of an innovative new product is Dish & DU/ER's 'Stay Dry' denim, which is capable of repelling everything from spills and stains to wet weather conditions. Consumers are also becoming intrigued by denim once more with trousers that resemble sweatpant styles and even button-up suits.

Other unique styles include dual-tone treatments, patchwork and excessive bleaching, as well as the inclusion of denim details on everything from sunglasses to shoes.

SCORE
6.4 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Europe, Asia
GENERATION
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen Z (primary audience)
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 92%
Activity 91%
Freshness 8%
Co-Branded Denim Jackets
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Co-Branded Denim Jackets
Denim Basketball Sneakers
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Denim Basketball Sneakers
All-Jean Collaborative Collections
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All-Jean Collaborative Collections
Discreet Denim Clothes
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Discreet Denim Clothes
Timeless Denim Menswear
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Timeless Denim Menswear
Overcast Jean Sunglasses
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Overcast Jean Sunglasses
Revitalized Denim Designs
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Revitalized Denim Designs
Sweatpant-Style Jeans
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Sweatpant-Style Jeans
Patched Winter Menswear
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Patched Winter Menswear
Studded Bleached Pants
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Studded Bleached Pants
Retro Co-Branded Jackets
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Retro Co-Branded Jackets
Co-Branded Trucker Jackets
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Co-Branded Trucker Jackets
Comfort-Focused Designer Jeans
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Comfort-Focused Designer Jeans
Urbanized Japanese Fashion
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Urbanized Japanese Fashion
Denim-Accented Burgundy Boots
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Denim-Accented Burgundy Boots
Father-Son Matching Jeans
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Father-Son Matching Jeans
Unisex Denim Collections
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Unisex Denim Collections
Japanese Americana Menswear
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Japanese Americana Menswear
Eclectic Patchwork Menswear
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Eclectic Patchwork Menswear
Collaborative Korean Rapper Apparel
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Collaborative Korean Rapper Apparel
Denim Suit Jackets
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Luxury
Denim Suit Jackets
Graphic Double Bunny Jackets
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Graphic Double Bunny Jackets
Vintage Patchwork Sneakers
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Vintage Patchwork Sneakers
Waterproof Performance Denim
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Waterproof Performance Denim
Socialite Denim Collections
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Socialite Denim Collections
Japanese-Made Jeans
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Japanese-Made Jeans
Distressed Patchwork Apparel
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Distressed Patchwork Apparel
Avant-Garde Motorcycle Streetwear
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Avant-Garde Motorcycle Streetwear
Dual Tone Denim
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Dual Tone Denim

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