The never-ending craze of distressed jeans is here to stay
Distressed jeans started out as workwear that showed wear and tear from a hard day’s work, then moved into fashion through deliberate rips and frays. The range now includes various fits and washes, and there are multiple options online for shoppers.
The choice of designs includes everything from neat knee slashes to heavy tearing with frayed hems. If you want to keep a coordinated look, choose a mid or dark wash that blends with most colours, and pair them with simple tops and brown trainers.
Distressed jeans work for everyone from students to blue collar workers riding the bus and come in skinny, straight, relaxed, and cropped fits, so you can pick the cut that matches your routine.
A world of pairing shredded jeans awaits
Shredded jeans work with a host of other clothing, like blazers, jumpers, or crisp shirts for evening ventures, and with tees and cropped tops for daytime play. A cuffed hem on a pair of blue jeans with ankle boots or a neat trainer keeps the look tidy when layering.
If you want a little extra coverage, grab a pair of high-rise jeans, or choose the low-ride pairs and enjoy a bit more comfort. Distressed jeans also come in wide leg and mom fits, which suit a folded or cropped hem to show off the shoes.
How to take care of your jeans and when to wear them
Wash them less often if you want to preserve the colour and the fabric strength, use cold water and a gentle cycle, and turn your distressed jeans inside out before washing.
If you’re heading out during the cooler months, pair your distressed jeans with warmer boots, like a pair of brown suede boots for a little contrast. If you’re travelling, pack a spare pair of socks and a small sewing kit to repair loose threads if you need.
