# Vintage Loom Waved Denim April77's Selvedge Pants Use Ancient Manufacturing Techniques By Jordy E | Published 2012-10-03 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/april77-selvedge References: [nylonguysmagazine.tumblr](http://nylonguysmagazine.tumblr.com/post/32416201817/april-77-american-selvedge-collection) & [april77.fr](http://www.april77.fr/) Arpil77's Selvedge trousers are being sold as a part of the French labels Autumn/Winter 2012 collection. The [dark denim](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bold-denim-collections-levis-and-adsb-andersson-bell-join-forces-to-reimagi) is made by way of an ancient manufacturing process, one that was first established in 1905. Selveridge jeans are for the most part a product of Japan. The loom weaved design incorporates two different types of material, one dark and one light. Together they produce [rustic pairs of pants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snugfit-denim) that are durable and light. The brand's signature 'Dictator,' 'Dean' and 'Joey' cuts are included in the Selvedge line. The pieces are all available online, accommodating overseas shopping for the many who have become infatuated with April77's [laid back apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/imogene-willie) and evident will to integrate innovative design techniques. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 9% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Vintage Loom Waved Denim:** Using ancient manufacturing techniques to create durable and rustic denim. - **Selvedge Trousers:** Integrating loom weaved designs and two-tone materials to produce innovative pants. - **Innovative Design Techniques:** Experimenting with traditional manufacturing processes to create unique and sought-after clothing. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Integrating ancient manufacturing processes and innovative design techniques to create unique and durable clothing. - **Textile Manufacturing:** Exploring different ways of weaving fabrics to produce high-quality and in-demand textiles. - **Retail:** Featuring vintage-inspired and innovative clothing designs to cater to a younger demographic seeking unique and stylish apparel. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Reproduced Premium Vintage Denim](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/9rivet.md) - [Archival Denim Reproduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1944-501-jeans-rigid.md) - [Handpicked Vintage Sporty Denim](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/repossessed-climb-jeans.md) - [Premium Wool Work Trousers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dickies-874.md) - [Sophisticated Denim Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-tab.md) - [Eco-Friendly Denim Dyes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-dye.md) - [One-Legged Luxury Fashion Jeans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onelegged-jean.md) - [Bold Denim Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bold-denim-collections-levis-and-adsb-andersson-bell-join-forces-to-reimagi.md) - [Sustainable Stonewashed Denim](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guess-airwash.md)