Jean whizz, this is how designers are tackling the eco disaster that is denim

Sustainable, cost-effective and quick indigo dyeing may hold the key to fashion’s future

23 June 2021 - 20:15 By Virginia Postrel

The T-shirt is inky blue and incredibly soft, with drawstrings up the sides to adjust the fit. The indigo sweater is like nothing I’ve ever seen, the texture of its varied stitches enhanced by the wear patterns you usually see on blue jeans. The fabric is silky, with a beautiful drape. For the first time in several years, I find myself in the throes of clothing lust...

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