Evaluation of idle denim products in design applications with reconstruction approach

Today, consumers prefer a lifestyle that is both comfortable and aesthetic. In the selection of fabrics, comfort, aesthetics and durability suitable for daily use are important. In addition to being durable, flexible and comfortable, denim products are also considered fashionable and are among the most widely used products in the field of daily wear all over the world. Sustainability in the textile and fashion industry has increased significantly in recent years. This change is very clearly seen, especially in widely used products such as denim. Companies have started this transformation by structuring their business strategies with environmentally friendly approaches and creating formal sustainability systems. It focuses on areas such as sustainable fashion, closed-loop supply chain management, corporate social responsibility, and economic sustainability. Closed-loop supply chain management aims to reduce environmental impact by ending the life cycle of products and reusing resources. The textile industry strives to achieve this goal by promoting the use of sustainable materials, supporting recycling, and minimizing waste production. In the thesis study, idle denim products, fabrics that have reached the end of their useful life and waste parts; A total of 30 denim products were produced by applying techniques such as cutting, sewing, accessory appliqué, fabric appliqué, fabric manipulation, accessory manipulation, embroidery, crochet, hand thick ornamental sewing, fine ornamental sewing by hand, penture printing and hand sewing. A total of 30 unique design products, including 14 skirts, 4 shorts, 3 jackets, 3 trousers, 3 bags, 2 dresses and 1 top clothing design from idle products, 8 pieces from 7 different products, 3 leg pieces and 2 pieces from 1 product, and 4 pieces from piece fabrics, were transformed. The main purpose of this study is to examine how the reconstruction approach in idle denim products can be integrated with the concept of sustainability. Within the scope of the thesis, denim products that are not in use are transformed into product designs with higher added value. Thus, by emphasizing the impact of the reconstruction approach in the fashion industry and its environmental contributions, it is aimed to encourage a more conscious and environmentally friendly fashion approach for future generations. Keywords: Denim, denim washing, laser, sustainability in fashion industry, upcycling