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What is the difference between denim and jeans?
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The difference between denim and jeans comes down to what the terms describe. Denim is a specific type of fabric usually produced out of cotton and other fibers, while jeans are trousers primarily produced out of denim. The term denimwear refers to jeans and other denim garments, such as jackets, skirts and shirts. Some people refer to garments that can be classified as denim wear simply as denim. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of denim wear.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
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Shop for Vintage Denim on 1stDibs
Miss Denim
By Barbara Astman
Located in Toronto, Ontario
"Untitled" (Aka "Miss Denim")
1978
Six Polaroids with typed inscription
Mounted on paper
Signed and dated on verso
7.75"H 10.5"W (work)
11"H 13.5"W (framed)
Framed with museu...
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1970s Contemporary Portrait Photography
Materials
Polaroid
vintage MAISON MARGIELA Iconic blue denim pinched collar denim jacket IT38 XS
By Maison Martin Margiela, MM6 Maison Margiela
Located in Hong Kong, NT
vintage MAISON MARGIELA Iconic blue denim pinched collar denim jacket IT38 XS
Reference: CRTI/A00525
Brand: Maison Margiela
Designer: Martin Margiela
Material: Denim
Color: Blue
Patt...
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1990s Jackets
Gucci Denim Red Jacket
By Gucci
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Crafted in red stretch denim, this Gucci jacket features a structured and elegant design, created to complement a mature and confident sense of style.
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1990s Italian Jackets
Chanel Denim Blue Towel
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Denim Blue Towel. This beautiful towel, is in perfect condition, the squared patter in a perfect representation of the brand fascination with the diamond shape, as seen on mos...
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1990s French Beachwear
$2,080
Gonna Denim Christian Lacroix
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Gonna in Denim leggero Christian Lacroix con tasche laterali e patch decorata su una tasca.
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1990s Skirts
$170 Sale Price
20% Off
Denim Tailcoat jacket GAULTIER JEANS
By Gaultier Jeans
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Denim Tailcoat jacket . Branded button and buttonhole closure on the front.
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