What is vintage denim? How to wash vintage denim?

 

Vintage denim skirt

What is vintage denim? 

They're not the newest bag or must-have shoe, but, rather, vintage denim, it is specifically the heritage of Levi's 501s and 505s. The main characteristics of vintage denim are high in the waist, tight in the butt, and relaxed in the leg, these styles are the antithesis of skinny jeans and suggest a fresher take on what is considered sexy. It is surprisingly comfortable because they are pre-worn. Every time you wear them, they become soft and take shape almost all over your body.

Vintage denim short pant

Apart from general fading and whiskering, there are several places where random grooves or worn marks give them a distinctive character. The interior of the right ankle, for example, where the largest hole has been carefully repaired by hand.

People define vintages different, depending on the type of fashion in question. But for women's denim, Bishop says “vintage is anything that dates before 1980, which is the year that Levi's started making 501s for women. Justin’s golden rule is anything that is about 20 years old or older, but that is not to say to discard pieces from the late 1990s. There were some really great fits back then, that is she adds. Levi’s with the Big E on the back suggests something that was made before the 1970s.

Vintage denim long

How to wash vintage denim?

There are many things to consider when you are working with vintage denim. If you don’t want your denim to fade or shrink completely, make sure you don’t just throw it away with the rest of your laundry. To get the most out of your wash without putting undue pressure on your denim, wash a few pairs in the softest cycle and cool water.

Vintage denim tops

It's also, a good idea to use a milder soap than your regular detergent if you don't really want them to fade. Plenty of raw denim companies recommend putting your jeans inside - although it may not be necessary if your denim is not raw, flipping inside to help stop any discoloration will do no harm.

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