- Jeans, as the currently popular style, first came into popularity via teenagers in the 1950s. The denim cloth itself, however, has a much longer history. Denim was first made in Italy in the 1600s and used by sailors for its ruggedness and ability to withstand wet and dry conditions. Denim was also washed by being dragged behind the sailboats, which often dyed it white.
- Jeans were originally a symbol of teenage rebellion, the alternative to skirts or khaki slacks. Throughout their run they have always been on the cutting edge of fashion, consistently reinvented on a seasonal basis. They are still a staple in the fashion world and the pant of choice for young people world wide.
- Jeans come in many color and style variations, from "washes" like acid wash (popular in the '80s, leaving bleached sections of fabric), stone washed (for a worn or faded look), dark and light color saturation washes, and color dyes, like pink, white or green. Styles include variations on the waist height (low rise, at-waist or high waist) of the pants. Denim can be made into different clothing pieces like jackets, skirts and shirts.
- The most common "5 Pocket Jeans" typically show a medium blue denim fabric with flat-sewn seams with contrast thread. Two wide pockets are in the rear, and two side pockets are in the front, usually with a coin pocket as the fifth pocket. The coin pocket often has hardware securing it in addition to seams. The jeans fasten in front, usually with a covered zipper and a button fly.
- Denim is typically the most rugged and durable fabric for pants, so jeans are designed to last a very long time and need minimal care to look continually fresh. With the wide availability now, anyone can find a pair that suits her body and complements her shape. Their price ranges from very, very cheap to couture jeans for hundreds or even thousands of dollars.
