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Timeless Denim Menswear

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

Okayama Denim Collaborated with Japan Blue for the 'Sapphire Slub' Line

— October 18, 2016 — Fashion
Okayama Denim, a Japanese web store that offers Selvege denim of the highest quality that's produced in a region widely known for its specialized material that can't be found anywhere else, has teamed up with Japan Blue for a unique yet classic series of apparel and accessories, dubbed 'Sapphire Slub.'

Throughout, the high-end jean material makes up traditionally denim pieces like jackets and pants, as well as a flat-brimmed baseball hat which features a large capital "J" on the center of its front. More branding from both Okayama Denim and Japan Blue complements the other pieces too, however in a way that's more subtle by implementing it on tags on lesser-seen parts of the apparel. .
Trend Themes
1. Selvege Denim Collaboration - The collaboration between Okayama Denim and Japan Blue for the 'Sapphire Slub' line showcases the trend of partnerships to create unique denim pieces.
2. High-end Denim Accessories - The inclusion of a flat-brimmed baseball hat in the 'Sapphire Slub' line highlights the trend of incorporating denim material into accessories for a high-end look.
3. Subtle Branding - The use of subtle branding on the 'Sapphire Slub' line reflects the trend towards minimalistic branding in the denim industry.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Retail - The 'Sapphire Slub' line by Okayama Denim and Japan Blue presents opportunities for fashion retailers to tap into the demand for high-quality denim collaborations.
2. Denim Manufacturing - The collaboration between Okayama Denim and Japan Blue demonstrates the potential for innovation in the denim manufacturing industry through unique material combinations and designs.
3. Accessories - The inclusion of a denim baseball hat in the 'Sapphire Slub' line opens up opportunities for accessory manufacturers to explore the use of denim in unconventional yet fashionable products.
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