Many people think denim is just a piece of indigo fabric, but that’s not the case. If you look closely, you’ll notice that even in raw denim, there are always lots of scattered white specks. It’s because when weaving denim, not both the warp and weft yarns are indigo—white threads are added instead. Their inclusion enhances the look and feel of the denim fabric. Paired with high-quality cotton yarns, the entire piece of denim takes on a rich, lustrous appearance. What’s more, these seemingly unremarkable white threads allow denim to evolve into a variety of styles, enriching its diversity. If the warp and weft were the same, with only one style available, it would be far too limiting. One fabric manufacturer could handle it all, and the rest could just close up shop,right?

Many people think denim is just a piece of indigo fabric, but that’s not the case.