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The Denim Manual

A Complete Visual Guide for the Denim Industry
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The Denim Manual by FASHIONARY is a comprehensive guide exploring the world of denim, delving into its history, fabric types, and manufacturing processes. The book offers practical insights into denim production, techniques, and trends, making it an indispensable resource for fashion enthusiasts and industry professionals. Its engaging visuals and detailed content provide readers with a deep understanding of this iconic fabric's cultural and artistic significance.
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This book may appeal to you if you're fascinated by the intersection of fashion and culture, particularly the artistry and technical mastery of denim. It's perfect for those interested in the history, creation, and styles of this iconic fabric, offering both detailed insights and practical knowledge. Fashion enthusiasts and designers alike will find its comprehensive exploration of denim both inspiring and informative.

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The Most Comprehensive Book for the Denim Industry

The Denim Manual covers every aspect of the denim industry including history, fabric, design, washes, and care. It also explores the technical processes and terms unique to the industry, and includes many insider tips and insights. This timeless encyclopedia will immerse you in the world of denim, so you may understand and appreciate its meaning, its history, its value, and the fascinating stories behind it.

The most comprehensive denim book covering history, denim fabric, design, washing, and care.

A complete collection of denim fabrics, washes, and terms.

Easy to understand, with over 700 illustrations and photos.

Covers insiders' knowledge and tips to help you become a denim expert.

A True Understanding of Denim

Denim is a complex and special fabric with a rich historical and cultural heritage. In this comprehensive book, you will discover the meaning and value of denim throughout history and acquire practical knowledge, expertise, and terminology in a concise manner.

A Complete Collection of Denim Fabric

The Denim Manual contains one of the world's most complete denim libraries, showcasing all the characteristics of the fabric and ways to identify and apply them. With the assistance of experts and industry insiders, the book will guide you through the terminology used in the denim industry.

Denim Wash Library

Denim is a unique fabric, and its versatility means you can create endless possibilities with the washing process. The Wash Library illustrates and explains dry, wet, chemical, and mechanical processes, teaching you how to produce many different styles, looks, and special effects.

Rich Visuals

We know that readers appreciate visuals, so we've incorporated more than 700 illustrations, photos, charts, and diagrams that make learning easy and pleasurable.

Raw Denim Cover

The fabric used on the cover is a reactive-dyed denim, to prevent unnecessary fading. The white paint of the title represents the effect of white printing on denim pockets. The edge of the book is foiled with copper, inspired by the metal studs used on denim garments.

For Denim Lovers

The Denim Manual is crafted to address the unique needs of denim lovers. We hope the book will give you a thorough understanding of the denim industry and guide you through your own denim journey.

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The Denim Manual by FASHIONARY is highly praised for its comprehensive and detailed exploration of denim, offering both historical context and practical insights into design and craftsmanship. Readers appreciate its engaging visuals and in-depth content, which make it a valuable resource for fashion enthusiasts and industry professionals alike. The manual is lauded for balancing technicalities with accessible explanations, catering to both beginners and experienced denim aficionados.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9789887711131

Publisher: Fashionary International Limited

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 14 July 2022

Country: Hong Kong

Imprint: Fashionary International Limited

Illustration: Illustrated throughout

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 650g

Pages: 160

About the Author

Founded in 2008, Fashionary is the best-selling fashion sketchbook, a practical tool for professionals who are working at all levels of the fashion industry. The name originated from "Fashion + Dictionary + Diary".

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