Mom jeans plates: Macy's pulling plates with "mom jean" and "skinny jean" portions - CBS News |
- Mom jeans plates: Macy's pulling plates with "mom jean" and "skinny jean" portions - CBS News
- This Is The Next Biggest Trend in Denim - HarpersBAZAAR.com
- You know those metal rivets on your jeans? They could be going - CNN
- Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2019: The Best Classic Jeans for Women - Vogue
- Dragon Ball Announces High-End Denim Jean Collection - Comicbook.com
| Mom jeans plates: Macy's pulling plates with "mom jean" and "skinny jean" portions - CBS News Posted: 23 Jul 2019 09:24 AM PDT 
Macy's said it has halted sales of novelty plates that outlined "mom jean" and "skinny jean" food portions after consumers on social media said the design body-shamed people. The retailer apologized "for missing the mark on this product." "After reviewing the complaint, we quickly removed the plates, which were only in our ... Macy's location in Herald Square" in New York City, a Macy's spokesman said in an email. The plates were called out on Twitter on Sunday by Ali Ward, a science correspondent for CBS's "The Henry Ford's Innovation Nation with Mo Rocca," who spotted the items at a Macy's store. The plates have three concentric circles, with the narrowest labeled with "skinny jeans" and the largest with "mom jeans." Other consumers said the plates enabled body shaming and were insensitive toward people with eating disorders and other problems. The plates are still available at its manufacturer's site. Pourtions, the company that makes the item, told the Huffington Post that the plates weren't meant to offend anyone. The plates are "meant to be a lighthearted take on the important issue of portion control," Pourtions president Mary Cassidy told the publication. Trending NewsThe company's website advertises the plates as a way to keep consumers from overeating. "Research shows that people unintentionally consume more calories when faced with larger portions," the site says. "So, to keep you from overindulging, our tableware collection provides helpful —and hilarious—visual cues; simple guide rails." Other plates have concentric circles that read "feed me" and "food bag" and "spaghetti" and "get me to the spa," with the latter phrases representing the larger circles.  |
| This Is The Next Biggest Trend in Denim - HarpersBAZAAR.com Posted: 23 Jul 2019 11:46 AM PDT  Getty Images Double yoke denim is officially shaping up to be the coolest new trend in denim. It's a subtle detail, a pattern of stitching around the hips that comes to a point along the the zipper cover. This style was first popularized in the 19th century, seen on prairie blouses and gathered skirts. Now it's adding a western flair to your favorite jeans. Supermodel Elsa Hosk has helped to put this style on the map when she including them in her newly launched denim collaboration with J Brand jeans, and many brands like Re/Done, and Frame have caught on. Get ahead of the game and shop our favorite double yoke jeans for fall. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below Advertisement - Continue Reading Below  |
| You know those metal rivets on your jeans? They could be going - CNN Posted: 21 Jul 2019 12:00 AM PDT For almost 150 years, denim jeans have been the hardy stalwart of fashion -- practically everyone, everywhere, owns a pair. They're tough and versatile, but also a major contributor to fashion's not-so-enviable reputation as one of the world's most polluting industries. Now a British charity, the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, is hoping to change that by encouraging clothing companies to sign up to its "Jeans Redesign Guidelines" -- and it could change the design of jeans as we know them. For one, the list says metal rivets should be "designed out" or "reduced to a minimum." Metal rivets were the basis of the design patented by Levi Strauss in 1873. Known as the "XX" pants, they were later dubbed the 501. Rivets were originally used to reinforce the jeans in areas where they could be ripped apart, but modern stitching has made them purely decorative.  Many of the world's finest jeans are being crafted in Japan. Credit: Chris McGrath/Getty Images AsiaPac/Getty Images The new guidelines, which form part of the charity's Make Fashion Circular initiative, state that jeans should withstand at least 30 home washes, be made of "cellulose fibers from regenerative, organic or transitional farming methods," and be free of hazardous chemicals. Sandblasting, stone finishing and the use of potassium permanganate (an oxidizing agent that fades denim) are also prohibited. "The idea is to extend the life of your pair of jeans for as long as possible," said Make Fashion Circular's lead, Francois Souchet, in a phone interview, "and (to) get everyone in the supply chain to start asking: 'How can this product be redesigned in its second life?' 'How do I lower its environmental impact and do so ethically?'"
A brief history of blue jeansThe history of modern-day blue jeans begins in 1853, when a Bavarian immigrant called Levi Strauss brought denim to America. After moving to San Francisco to open his own dry goods business, Strauss started supplying the fabric to a Nevada tailor called Jacob Davis. The cloth proved popular among laborers, cowboys and miners, as it was better suited than traditional workwear to withstand harsh conditions. Davis went on to specialize in denim pants, and later created a pair reinforced by copper rivets placed at the pockets and flies.  Pieces of denim reveal practice stitches. Credit: DON EMMERT/AFP/AFP/Getty Images The pants evolved over the course of the next century, shifting from blue-collar garments to navy uniforms, then to signifiers of youth rebellion and angst, pop culture and beatniks. They have enjoyed celebrity endorsements from the likes of John Wayne and Marlon Brando, Marilyn Monroe and James Dean, but also Elvis, Paul Newman, Jefferson Airplane, Marvin Gaye, Brooke Shields (in her iconic Calvin Kleins circa 1980), Tupac and Pharrell. In their transformation, blue jeans have maintained an almost egalitarian appeal. They've been reinvented as luxury items and, almost simultaneously, fast fashion. In doing so, they've also taken up a major slice of apparel manufacturing -- and, ironically, given they were initially created as long-lasting garments, become quasi-disposable commodities. The Italian mill making centuries-old silk "What was once meant to be one of the most durable items in our closets is now something that we buy and make in frankly disturbing volumes," said Anika Kozlowski, an assistant professor of fashion design, ethics and sustainability at Ryerson University in Toronto Canada. "Which has led to significant environmental impacts."
A high environmental costTraditionally, jeans are made with cotton. Although natural and biodegradable, the fiber comes from one of the world's "thirstiest" crops. In addition to the water needed to grow cotton, more is then used in dyeing, rinsing and finishing to achieve denim's classic look, which comes from weaving indigo-dyed cotton yarn (the warp) with white cotton (the weft). Over its lifetime, a single pair of jeans can use up to 919 gallons of water, including production and washing, according to Levi's. Bleaching agents, enzymes and pesticides are also part of the process -- as is sandblasting, a denim-weathering technique used to achieve a "distressed" look. This process involves blasting abrasive materials at high speed through an air compressor in order to clean and shape the denim's surface. It can have extremely harmful effects on both the environment and workers making the jeans. Sandblasting has been proved to cause silicosis, an incurable lung disease that is often fatal.  A model walks on the runway during New York Fashion Week in February 2019. Credit: Sean Zanni/Getty Images North America/Getty Images for John John / Res "Taking steps towards a more environmentally aware supply chain has become almost inevitable," Kozlowski said. "There are just so many issues with the sector as it currently exists." The H&M Group, GAP, C&A, Lee Jeans and Reformation are some of the labels that have pledged to join Jeans Redesign. More are expected to follow, with the first garments created using the guidelines set to hit stores next year. Levi's has not signed up, but the company -- and other big names including Wrangler's and G-Star Raw -- have taken steps to reduce their environmental impact, either by cutting water use, developing more sustainable blends or working with smaller manufacturing plants to ensure ethical cultivation and processing methods.  A model presents a creation for Balmain on March 2018 in Paris. Credit: FRANCOIS GUILLOT/AFP/AFP/Getty Images New technologies have been helping brands to overhaul their production and supply chains. Spanish mill Tejidos Roy, for instance, has created a water-free dye system, together with US-based Indigo Mill Designs and Gaston College Textile Technology Center, that uses 100% less water in dyeing, 89% fewer chemicals and 65% less energy. "But that's still a tiny niche of the entire sector," said Dio Kurazawa, head of denim at the trend forecasting agency WGSN and co-founder of The Bear Scouts, a platform that links brands with sustainable manufacturers. "Too many companies just haven't committed to change as much as is needed, even though the innovation is there. Part of it is due to costs, part to lack of will." More work is required to reduce denim's environmental cost, according to Souchet from Make Fashion Circular. "Jeans were an obvious entry point for an endeavor of this kind," he said. "The denim sector has already made quite a few efforts towards improving its manufacturing process. It's aware of its own problems. Our guidelines want to build on that, to create a better alignment across the supply chain." One of the world's most exclusive dressmakers Brands participating in Jeans Redesign will need to deliver annual reports to show their progress. But both Kurazawa and Kozlowski are skeptical about the long-term impact of the program. "I personally don't think the rules are going to change much," Kurazawa said. "Manufacturing countries need help with infrastructure and living wage payments to factory workers. Initiatives, like these guidelines, have little (in the way of) measurable results, in that sense." Kozlowski said that, while the initiative is laudable, what's needed is more oversight. "I think the Ellen MacArthur Foundation's push for sustainability is great, but the problem is that there's no governing body ensuring the standards will actually be implemented," she said. "The supply chain is global, so it's really quite difficult to enforce control."  |
| Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2019: The Best Classic Jeans for Women - Vogue Posted: 22 Jul 2019 07:36 AM PDT If you're in the market for new jeans this fall, consider investing in a pair you'll actually wear next season too (and the next and the next…). Trends come and go, but classics are forever! They may not break the internet (remember those thong jeans?), but we've narrowed down six foolproof, can't-go-wrong silhouettes every woman needs in her wardrobe. A solid foundation is the key to truly great style, after all. Start with a form-fitting skinny or classic stovepipe (both of which can be dressed up or down), then consider a more relaxed fit for the weekend. Regardless of your preferred style, stick with simple, vintage-inspired washes with minimal (if any!) distressing for added versatility. Of course the hundreds of options on the market can still be daunting. We've gone through them all and found 24 perfect pairs below—even better, a handful is on sale. The Skinny JeanGet a leggy look in this curve-hugging classic. They'll be a no-brainer with your new fall boots too. The High-Rise StraightSimple and just a little vintage inspired, these jeans can be worn with everything from a blazer and heels to a T-shirt and sneakers. The Wide LegDress them up or down depending on your mood. Pro tip: In a true black wash, these jeans feel elevated enough for the office. The Cropped FlareExpose a flash of ankle (and your new shoes!) with a cropped jean. An unfinished edge means you can DIY the perfect length with a pair of scissors. The Mom JeanOnce a trend, now a classic: This throwback '90s staple is here to stay. The WeekenderThese soft, loose-fitting jeans would be just as comfy as your yoga pants or leggings but look so much cooler.  |
| Dragon Ball Announces High-End Denim Jean Collection - Comicbook.com Posted: 23 Jul 2019 07:24 AM PDT  When it comes to outfits, Dragon Ball is simpler than fans give it credit for. The anime has some very eccentric costumes, yes, but they're more tame than others. In fact, the heroes behind Dragon Ball have even been known to wear jeans on occasion, but their denim has nothing on one recent collection. After all, the brand Naked & Famous is pursuing their own Dragon Ball fashion line, and it is all about denim. Recently, the growing brand hit up Instagram to share their denim dreams with fans. Naked & Famous will have a full-on Dragon Ball Z collection, and fans of quality denim are geeking out. The upcoming collection will feature a pair of jeans inspired by Vegeta to start, and the Saiyan can be found hidden all over the pants. For one, the rear tag on the jeans featured an embossed image of Vegeta, and that is just the start. The button which fastens the jeans is printed to look like the Four-Star Dragon Ball. Of course, Naked & Famous has put Shenron on the jean's inner tag to highlight the Dragon Ball collaboration, and fans are loving the deep blue wash of these jeans. So far, there is no word on when this collection will go live or if it will feature other character-centric jeans. Goku would be a solid choice for Naked & Famous to use as a muse, and Bulma would surely inspire some bomb skinny jeans. For now, all fans know is that these Vegeta jeans will go live in the Fall, so fans can save up a bit before going all in on this rugged Dragon Ball denim. 0commentsSo, would you rock some Dragon Ball jeans...? Let me know in the comments or hit me up on Twitter @MeganPetersCB to talk all things comics and anime! Dragon Ball Super currently airs its English dub on Adult Swim during the Toonami programming block on Saturday evenings. It is also available to stream on Funimation and Amazon Video. The Japanese-language release of the series is complete, and available to stream on FunimationNOW and Crunchyroll. The manga has chapters that can currently be read for free thanks to Viz Media, and Dragon Ball Super's big movie, Dragon Ball Super: Broly, is now available on Blu-ray and DVD. ----- Exciting news, Pokemon fans -- A Wild Podcast Has Appeared, the official Pokemon podcast of ComicBook.com, is here! Check it out by clicking here or listen below. On today's episode, we talk about the new Pokemon Funko POP, and MAJOR changes coming to Pokemon GO. GameFreak also made comments on Pokemon Sword & Shield and we break it down here! Make sure to subscribe now to never miss an episode!  |
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