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The Beautiful Blue Jean - Its Origins and More

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1853 During the Gold Rush, miners needed pants made of strong material that would not tear while the miners would kneel down or crawl while they panned for gold. Levi Strauss, a tent maker, constructed a pair of pants made of canvas to meet that need. He later had to change the material to denim, however, because the miners complained that the canvas was too rough. []

1873 Levi Strauss and his partner file for a patent for his product. They add “rivets” (metal circles attached to pockets) to create a stronger hold on the fabric. On May 20, 1973, theUSgovernment grants their request, and this day becomes the official birthday of the blue jean, which were commonly called “waist overalls” at the time. []

1930s Although Jeans were initially worn by cowboys in the West, they became popular in the rest of theUnited Statesbecause of the movies. Characters in Westerns would wear jeans and these types of movies became very popular with the American public. So much so, that many people who lived in the eastern US would go on vacations where they would experience life as cowboys. They would often buy blue jeans as souvenirs. []

1950s Jeans become popular with teenagers. They become a symbol of rebellion in America, and some schools became worried that they might encourage rowdiness in students, so they were finally banned in many districts. Teens moved away from using the term “waist overalls” and began calling them “jean pants.” []

1980s Designer jeans become very popular. Labels like Gucci, Guess, Gap, and Calvin Klein flooded the market. Not long after the introduction of these designers, new products like acid wash jeans, skinny jeans, and denim jackets began appearing in malls across America. []

1990s Jeans start to decline in popularity. Soon after the start of the decade, Teenagers begin wearing khakis and have little interest in buying the type of jeans that their parents wear. Designers try different shapes and designs of denim to try to interest teens in buying their products once again. []

2000s Jeans once again regain their spot at the top of the fashion industry. Now, designers, encouraged by the change in American fashion test, try new things with denim, experimenting with its color, style, and shape. []

http://www.neontommy.com/2009/11/getting-the-skinny-on-fall-jeans **You've got Questions? We've got Answers! - Question and Answer Text Structure** The most expensive pair of jeans every made were created by a company called Secret Circus. They developed a pair of jeans that have 19 large diamonds on the back pocket. Only one pair was ever purchased - for $1,265,534. []
 * What does the most expensive pair of jeans cost? Why is the price tag so high?**

**Saving Jeans from the Evil Fading Monster - Problem/Solution Text Structure** In order to keep dark jeans from fading, care must be taken when placing them in the wash. To solve the fading issue, jeans should be turned inside out before placing in the wash and should be washed with other dark clothing. To further prevent fading during the washing stage, use a laundry detergent that is specifically formulated for dark fabrics and use the coldest water possible. Additionally, adding one cup of salt to the load or laundry will amplify the effects of the dark fabric detergent and prevent colors from running. Any type of heat will also cause fading, so it is important to have jeans air dry and, if an iron is necessary, to only use it on jeans when they are inside out. By taking these suggestions, hopefully you will avoid the fading problem and preserve the color of your dark jeans for many years to come. []