It is possible to detach the purse when washing the jeans. All seams are reinforced with contrast double topstitching. With an emphasis on responsibility the Salma jeans is made in Italy from 100% organic cotton and a sustainable stonewash process.Therefore the denim yarn is very strong, and the characteristic indigo dye cannot completely penetrate theyarn, so the denim can fade if over-washed or washed often. If needed, spot clean with a damp cloth or an old toothbrush. Washing a few times per season is more than enough and turning the pants inside out in a cold wash cycle with mild detergent, will help preserve that indigo color.