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Denim Jean Finishes Explained

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Sand washed

A finish achieved through a combination of pumice stones, enzymes and sand; used to create the illusion of aged denim jeans.

Stonewashed

A type of wash in which denim jeans are abraded with stones.

Tear and repair

A finish that uses tools to create holes in denim jeans that are then sewn closed prior to sale.

Tinted

Denim jeans that have been dyed a second time, usually with a yellow khaki hue, to create the look of vintage denim.

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