Lee is the iconic American denim brand that represents a casual lifestyle. The brand was founded in 1889 by Henry David Lee in Kansas, United States. For over 130 years, Lee has been creating the best casual denimwear for both men and women. A great basic for your wardrobe. You can find all kinds of pants: wide leg, straight jeans, skinny jeans, or flared jeans. They are all tough and durable pants made of high quality. What started with work pants and jackets has now grown into broad clothing collections for everyone. In addition to the famous jeans, you can also shop for t-shirts, sweaters, jackets, skirts, and accessories at Lee. In 2021, Lee released a collection in collaboration with fashion giant H&M. The nineties vibe collection is also sustainably produced, using recycled cotton and sustainable artificial fibers. Every day, Lee continues to innovate to create the coolest items for the brand's fans. And: we have Lee to thank for the zipper in our pants.
Lee in the 20th century
As you probably know, Lee jeans have an S-shaped decorative stitch on the back pocket. This was first done in 1944 and has since become a standard pattern on the pants. It is a reference to the old comic 'Long Horn'.
After World War II, men began to see the pants less as protective workwear and more as casual clothing. Women started wearing jeans later, around the sixties. Over the years, jeans have become increasingly popular. Now we all have them in our closets, in all shapes, sizes, and colors.
'For a World That Works'
In 2020, Lee launched a fully compostable collection. Many clothing brands are trying to make their clothing more sustainable, which is definitely necessary, as the fashion industry is the second most polluting industry on earth. To contribute, the denim brand has released a collection that is completely biodegradable. The 'Back to the Future' collection is made of compostable linen. Just remove the buttons and you can throw away the pants.
The 'For a World That Works' project also includes other sustainable campaigns. Lee is also committed to reducing their water usage. Producing a pair of jeans can easily consume about 8,000 liters of water. Thanks to the Crystal Clear dyeing process, the denim brand can reuse a lot of water, saving a significant amount. With the new Indigood foam dyeing process, no water is needed at all. Lee can make extra pants without further polluting the world.
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