We develop both a rigid and a stretch broken twill denim that balances suppleness and rigidity—sturdy yet soft.
Inspired by vintage broken twill denim pieces, we crafted these fabrics to be our best-ever broken twill denim. The texture is flat and uniform, with a subtly irregular yarn slub adding important contrast. The indigo and sulfur-dyed mid-blue warp yarns allow the denim to age gracefully into magical, aquatic-like blue hues.
The key feature that sets broken twill denim apart is its unique tactile quality—its sturdy softness. This is achieved by modifying the twill weave and breaking the diagonal direction to create a tiny zig-zag pattern. This alteration not only adds visual interest but also reduces the fabric's inherent tension, resulting in a softer fabric compared to its right-hand twill counterpart. Unlike the more common right-hand twill denim, broken twill denim is more supple and soft, developing an almost brushed feel when washed.
In today's market, denim can be made endlessly soft, often at the expense of longevity or aging properties. What fascinates us is how broken twill adds comfort without sacrificing durability or its aging potential.
