{"id":16389,"date":"2026-06-25T12:39:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-25T10:39:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vivolo.com\/california-apparel-news-industry-focus-denim\/"},"modified":"2026-07-06T12:45:57","modified_gmt":"2026-07-06T10:45:57","slug":"california-apparel-news-industry-focus-denim","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vivolo.com\/en\/california-apparel-news-industry-focus-denim\/","title":{"rendered":"California Apparel News \u2013 Industry Focus: Denim"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Trend-Driven vs. Classic\u2014How Customers on a Tight Budget Shop for Denim<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Economic challenges such as high fuel prices and the soaring cost of living have left many consumers with no choice but to tighten their budgets. One of the first ways shoppers cut costs is by spending less on new clothes.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fortunately for the denim industry, even though consumers may cut back on spending to update their wardrobes, jeans are often a sound purchase because of their versatility and durability. From blue-collar workers who value durable workwear to professionals who dress according to relaxed corporate dress codes that include tailored styles, consumers will continue to invest in denim.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>California Apparel News<\/em> asked denim-industry insiders: <em>As consumers feel strain on their wallets, is there greater pressure to promote, design and sell classic functional elements that nod to denim\u2019s workwear lineage and longevity, or are trend-driven styles still in demand?<\/em><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Matteo Vivolo<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Vivolo Chief Sales Officer<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Consumers are making more selective purchasing decisions, gravitating toward clothing and brands that convey authenticity, quality, and durability. This does not mean compromising on style; rather, it reflects a greater appreciation for high-quality materials, refined details, and products designed to stand the test of time.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"873\" height=\"704\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivolo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/California-Apparel-Matteo-Vivolo-e1775730784919.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15745\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vivolo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/California-Apparel-Matteo-Vivolo-e1775730784919-873x551.jpg 873w, https:\/\/www.vivolo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/California-Apparel-Matteo-Vivolo-e1775730784919-480x270.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 873px) 873px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Elements such as leather patches, trims, and accessories no longer serve solely an aesthetic or branding purpose; they have become tangible indicators of value. Within just a few square centimeters, they can convey a brand\u2019s identity, design expertise, and commitment to quality.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a market that rewards timeless products with elevated quality, trims and labels are no longer simple complements to the garment; they have become powerful tools through which brands express their identity, heritage and perceived value.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Credits:<\/em> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.apparelnews.net\/news\/2026\/jun\/25\/trend-driven-vs-classichow-cash-strapped-customers-shop-for-denim\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">California Apparel News<\/a><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Trend-Driven vs. Classic\u2014How Customers on a Tight Budget Shop for Denim Economic challenges such as high fuel prices and the soaring cost of living have left many consumers with no choice but to tighten their budgets. 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