MUMBAI: Jeans are one fashion item that have definitely had ups and downs and evolved significantly throughout time. In the late 1800s, denim trousers, typically worn by male workers and originally referred to as ‘waist overalls’, were fairly commonplace as rough and tumble work wear.

Today, denims have become a fashion staple over the years, and history is testimony to the fact that it has been best friends with one and all, from labourers to all those who look for comfort in their work wear. It has become that number one fashion essential in the closets of women and men worldwide.

Today, we take a look at how different denims have made a place in the hearts of many, including the paparazzi!

Light washes, cuffed denim styles, and black basic jeans were the regnant jeans trends in the 1950s. Although women seldom wore jeans in that era, here’s a glimpse of the shade of jeans that men took fancy to.

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Jeans were accepted as a counter-culture fashion in 1960s. Giving birth and nurtured by the hippie culture, the youthful movement represented freedom from more structured pieces of clothing. Popular cuts included bell-bottom flares and low-rise hip huggers. Take some inspiration from Parth Samthaan!

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Stone wash, acid wash, and ripped jeans were some of the most in-demand looks of this decade, along with the new, skinnier leg cuts with tapering detailing at the ankle. Divyanka Tripathi flaunts a more classic version of the time designer jeans were born.

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Denim fashion changed its face yet again in the 1990s, as the grunge era in fashion began. In this decade, jeans became more about slouchy, casual style rather than something one would prefer as a dress up essential. Multiple pockets and tabs, head-to-toe denim ensembles with dungarees and dresses were among the trendier looks which were in vogue among younger women. The rise of hip-hop brought about a rise in the popularity and preference of baggy jeans. We have a picture of actress Anushka Sen flaunting baggy cargos and baggy dungarees when she was younger.

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In the early 2000s, pop stars popularized the trend of ultra low-rise jean. Denim also became a fashion staple once again. Flare and boot-cut denim were among the most popular cuts of the early 2000s and were a hit in an array of washes. But the biggest revolution in the denim style story of the decade began in the mid-to-late 2000s, with the resurgence of the skinny jean as an offering of innovations in denim stretch technology. Take a look at Kratika Sengar’s sexy legs looking longer in those skinny jeans...

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The trend in denim fashion headed towards variety, although skinnier styles for women remained the most popular by a huge margin, and are a fashion mainstay for most women, because of their versatility. High-waist jeans had their own segment of popularity. Gurmeet Choudhary gives us some fashion goals.

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This is slated to be the next evolution in denims with features like a '4-way dynamic stretch' or an 'ergonomic construction,’ making denims perfect for workouts as well. Keeping in mind the demand for something cool, durable and versatile to match the fast-paced life of a millennial, GYMJNS are designed for the outrageously stylish fitness enthusiast.

The first brand to introduce these denims is Spykar. These denims are ideal for those who like to pack their day with many exciting things including work-outs. What makes them a wardrobe must-have is their super comfortable and stretchy nature with a great fit and sporty styling. Check out Erica Fernandes making a statement!

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Whose denim game are you impressed with?