Agave Denim
XCVI · United States
Agave Denim is a Californian premium denim brand founded by Jeff Shafer and operating since 2002. It makes hand-finished jeans and knitwear, and has been owned by Los Angeles-based XCVI since 2016.
| Founded | 2002 |
|---|---|
| Founder | Jeff Shafer |
| Owner | XCVI LLC (since 2016) |
| Origin | California, United States |
| Website | agavedenim.com |
What is Agave Denim?
Agave Denim is an American premium jeans brand from California. It describes its products as designed and handcrafted in California and positions itself as west coast luxury, with denim hand finished domestically and marked Made in the USA.
History
The brand was founded by Jeff Shafer and has been operating since 2002. In May 2016 it was acquired by XCVI LLC, a Los Angeles womenswear company, which took over design, manufacturing and worldwide distribution. Shafer's separate label, Bluer Denim, was not part of the deal.
Products and positioning
The core of the range is men's jeans in several fits, including the slim Rocker and the relaxed Waterman, alongside a women's line. Agave also sells Supima cotton T-shirts and polos, henleys, hoodies, sweaters, shirts and jackets, with capsule themes such as Island Prints, Golf and Desk to Dinner.
- Men's and women's jeans
- Supima cotton tees and polos
- Knitwear, shirting and outerwear
Why it matters
Agave is one of the US premium denim labels that has kept domestic finishing at the centre of its identity, showing how heritage-style craft claims remain a selling point in the American jeans market.
Frequently asked questions
Who owns Agave Denim?
Agave Denim has been owned by XCVI LLC, a Los Angeles clothing company, since 2016.
Where are Agave jeans made?
Agave describes its denim as designed and handcrafted in California and hand finished in the United States.