Selvedge Denim refers to the way that the fabric itself is being made. Most denim was produced using shuttle looms before the 1950s. These looms create tightly woven or intertwined pieces of heavy fabric. The edges on these pieces are typically about one yard wide and are finished with bands down each side to ensure that the fabric does not fray, curl, or unravel. The edges come finished already from the loom. So, because of the production process, denim produced on shuttle looms have a "self-edge," naming the fabric, "Selvedge."
Recently, there has been an increase of interest in selvedge denim. As one of the top
denim wholesale Los Angeles providers, Pacific Blue Denims, is offering some helpful tips on what you need to know to buy selvedge denim.
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At Pacific Blue Denims, we have had the pleasure of providing high-quality fabric to a number of companies and individuals. We pride ourselves in assisting those who create beautiful items with our fabrics. While our slogan may be “In Denim We Trust,” we also feel like emphasis should be put on our belief in the power of design. Thanks to our Los Angeles location, we are in the heart of one of the world’s most creative spaces and we want to give back to the community and give away $250 of Fabric to help support a designer’s vision. Continue reading →