About this episode
This episode explores the transformation of jeans from a European fabric to a symbol of American fashion.
How an old European fabric became the most iconic American piece of clothing.
Topics covered
- fashion history
- American culture
- textile evolution
- global trade
- iconic clothing
Keywords
- jeans
- fashion
- textiles
- American clothing
- European fabric
- cultural icon
Mentioned in this episode
Products: Jeans
Places: Europe, America
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