How to recycle denim garments you no longer use Some ideas from celebrities for revolutionising the clothes you no longer wear

The first weekend of Coachella is over and we have already noticed that the denim trend, presented at fashion week by brands such as Diesel in primis, but also Blumarine and Dolce&Gabbana, has opened the round of a fashion season that celebrates the historical passe fabric in all its forms. From clothing to accessories, denim is always a thoughtful and contemporary choice: in fact, it has not only been used for work uniforms or sturdy looms for more than 150 years, but revolutionised casual style forever after the creation of the first blue jeans, signed by Levi Strauss in 1873. Little did we know then that it would later become a staple for all kinds of looks.

Denim maxi skirt

If your TikTok fyp is not flooded with the best denim maxi skirts, then that's really weird. Miniskirts, at least this season, have given way to midi or ankle length skirts. The perfect denim maxi skirt is cut to perfectly hug the silhouette without restricting movement. So do not forget to favour a model that has a slit in the middle of the front or back.

Denim corset

A denim corset paired with jeans in the same shade has been the favourite double denim look of celebrities lately. Not only because it's both a casual and party-ready look, depending on the accessories you choose, but also because it's sure to save you many minutes of time spent thinking about the perfect top to go out in the evening. Again, choose a pair of jeans that have not seen the light of day for years and transform them into a much more fashionable garment. Perfect if the button fastening sits like a pendant just above the chest. So, tape measure in hand, take your measurements and go!

Denim patchwork bag

A little more material is needed here, because the more different shades of denim the patches have, the more effective the final product will be. You'll need a variety of denim fabrics, from the blouse that was all the rage in Tumblr's grunge era to summer shorts that are now so short they look dated.The pieces of fabric can be as irregular as you like, the only important thing is that you create a clear, modern pattern. You can choose silver hardware and whether you want leather or fabric handles. This recycled masterpiece can breathe life into a maxi bag or even a mini shoulder bag, you just have to decide. The finishing touch: try inserting a pocket between the different patches, like in this example from D&G.