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Levi Strauss made the first denim.

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Who made denim jeans and why?

The denim fabric originated in Genoa, Italy and was used for sails because it was so sturdy. It was then used for clothing for peasants because the material was so durable. Sailors exported denim pants throughout Europe. Denim arrived in the US near the end of the 18th century. Levi Strauss sold denim in California in the 1850's. Jacob Davis, a tailor, came up with the idea to use rivets to reinforce points of stress to make the pants he made our of denim last longer. Jacob Davis and Levi Strauss obtained the patent for "Improvement in Fastening Pocket-Openings," on May 20, 1873 and began to sell "waist overalls", a work pant which later became known as "blue jeans".


Why was denim invented?

you answer it


What is the etymology of the word denim?

Fabric made in Nimes in the south of France."from Nimes"- in French: de Nimes. (the terminal 'es' in French is silent)


When did white denim become popular?

This question is ambiguous. The grunge band White Denim started gaining popularity in 2011, whereas the fashion trend white denim is starting to become popular for men this year in 2013.


Who first manufactured jeans?

Jeans were first manufactured by Levi Strauss, a German immigrant, in the United States during the 19th century. He and tailor Jacob Davis patented the design of riveted denim trousers in 1873, which became the foundation for modern jeans. Strauss's company, Levi Strauss & Co., played a pivotal role in popularizing denim jeans as durable workwear.

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What country is denim from?

Denim was first made in France. The material was originally called serge and was first produces in Nimes. They used to call is serge de Nimes, and later shortened it to denim.


What 3 products are made from denim?

jeans, denim jacket and some bags can be made out of denim xx


Are all jeans made of denim If not what else are they made of?

Not all have denim. They are a blend of denim, cotton, polyester, and elastic.


What was the first clothes to be made out of denim?

Blue Jeans. Made by Levi Strauss, hence the name "Levi Jeans"


What came first the zipper or the denim jeans?

denim jeans


Is denim natural or man made?

Denim is made of Natural fibres. :)


Is denim stronger hen cotton?

Denim is made from cotton: it is style of weave.


Is denim natural or man-made?

Denim is a fabric made from cotton, which is a natural fiber derived from the cotton plant. The process of weaving cotton yarns creates the characteristic twill weave structure that gives denim its strength and durability. So, denim is considered a natural fabric.


What are shorts made out of?

denim


When was denim jeans made?

it was made in 1845


Why are jeans made of denim?

Jeans are made of denim because in World War 2 soldiers needed a stronger, cheaper, and more durable fabric for their clothing. This economically efficient new fabric quickly caught on for it's durability etc.


What language does the word denim come from?

Denim is a transformation of the French words "de Nimes", indicating a fabric which was first made in the southern French town of Nimes.