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February 1, 2023

Drip4Men – Urban Streetwear in 2023

Urban street wear for men has been on the rise in towns and the big cities in the Western countries, and 2023 is no exception. With a focus on comfort and versatility, the urban street wear trend has been increasingly popular among the younger generation. Denim jeans come in a myriad of colors, designs and cuts, and have been a staple in street wear for decades and continue to be a popular choice for casual wear day or night. They are a versatile piece that can be dressed up or down, making them a must-have in every man's wardrobe. Drip4Men has a huge selection of urban streetwear pieces, from jeans, to tops, hoodies, etc. www.drip4men.com When it comes to denim...

History of Denim Jeans in the Black Community

January 26, 2023

History of Denim Jeans in the Black Community

Denim fabric originated in 16th century India, and was an indigo-coloured heavy fabric sold to Portuguese sailors to make fabric for sails. It was also used for clothes mainly worn by the poor. On May 20, 1873, Levi Strauss & Jacob Davis got their patent on the process of adding rivets to men's pants, namely their denim jeans. Since then, these iconic pants have undergone countless styles and coloration changes with the social trends, particularly within the black community, where denim jeans has had a long and significant history. In the early 19th century, they used to be referred to as 'Negro clothes', as slave owners purchased them for their slaves to wear due to its' durability, and it distinguished them from the clothes...