If you’ve ever looked at your plain denim jacket or those old jeans in the back of your closet and thought, “These could use a little sprucing up,” you’re in luck. Customising denim has become the latest fashion craze, and it’s the perfect way to give your wardrobe staples a new life. Plus, it’s a great nod to sustainability—why toss out that old denim when you can transform it into something totally you? Whether it’s painting, ripping, embroidering, or patching, people are transforming their plain denim jackets, jeans, and shirts into something unique and personal. Here are some cool stores to check out to get in on the trend.
MERAKI
From edgy to sophisticated, Meraki transforms any denim into a work of art with embroidery and hand-painting. They even source and curate denim based on your taste and preferences.
Dükkan Shbana
Dükkan Shbana offers a cool denim painting service in Egypt, Qatar, and Dubai. Freshen up your wardrobe by repainting your denim—bring your own or pick from their collection.
Horouf Fashion
Horouf Fashion, a Lebanese brand, highlights the beauty of Arabic calligraphy with hand-embroidered, painted, or beaded designs. They create culture-conscious modern fashion pieces—and yes, they do amazing custom work on denim too.
Embrolab
Transform your clothing and accessories with Embrolab’s custom sew-on badges. Showcase your personality, support a cause, or add creativity with their meticulously crafted embroidered patches—the perfect choice for unique, bespoke pieces.
Graphikra
Looking for a gift and want to amp up some denim? Graphikra is your spot! They offer custom denim painting and printing, turning your basic pieces into something truly special.
Custom Denim Club
Shipping worldwide and founded by artist Keely Anne Graham, Custom Denim Club offers hand-painted denim that looks like original graphic prints.
Saint +Soldier
Saint + Soldier is a brand you need to check out for customising your denim. They offer a super interactive process where you get to be involved every step of the way. From selecting your jacket size to picking your favorite font and up to 6 unique patches, they make sure your jacket reflects your personal style.