Training the next generation of denim designers needs to start in schools. Partnerships between the industry and colleges open the door for more immersive, real-world educational experiences.
The Hong Kong Design Institute’s Denim 6 project chose six students to receive a denim-specific design education. As part of the coursework, the participants visited Lenzing’s Application Innovation Center in Hong Kong in December to see a presentation from the TENCEL™ Denim Team on sustainable denim, our fibers and inspiration on applications of TENCEL™ in denim. Other industry players like Advance Denim, Cone Denim, Jeanologia and Kontoor also provided education and support for this initiative.
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This article is one of a series on Rivet from Lenzing’s Carved in Blue denim blog. From conversations with the experts behind the mills that make some of the world’s most-wanted denim to the global brands bringing novel denim made with TENCEL™ Lyocell and Modal to the market, Carved in Blue shares the stories of those whose roots run deep with denim. Visit www.carvedinblue.tencel.com.
