The Cultural Review

Workwear

1 article

A split image showing a 19th-century worker in durable denim juxtaposed with a modern person wearing stylish denim, illustrating the fabric's transformation from workwear to a fashion icon.
Fashion

The Cultural Significance of Denim: From Workwear to Wardrobe Staple

Denim, a fabric with a complex history, has transformed from utilitarian workwear to a global fashion staple. Its journey reflects societal changes, embodying class, identity, and the fluid nature of cultural symbols.

Eleanor Voss·April 3, 2026