Ripped Jeans

It was a look that caught the imagination of the generation in the late 80's and the 90's. In an era, where rebellion was at its peak and fashion was undergoing a transformation of sorts, ripped jeans became the fashion trend to emulate. Today, after twenty years or so, the look is back with a vengeance, and seems like it is here to stay. Fashion hot-steppers like Taylor Momsen of Gossip Girl fame and Rihanna, have been spotted sporting their grungier look in a pair of ripped jeans. The fashion trend is casual yet edgy and perfect for that rock star in you. So, let us take a look at how to make a pair of ripped jeans and how to style yourself, in order to carry that look with elan.

How to Make Ripped Jeans

A pair of ripped jeans can be worn anywhere. Wear it when you make a trip to the mall, or when you have to go clubbing with your friends. Just team the fashion clothing with the right top and the right accessories and you should be good to go. If you are looking at making your very own pair of ripped jeans, then it is best to work with a pair of jeans that you have owned for a while. These will already be frayed at the edges, and will be much easier to work with when it comes to slitting and ripping the jeans. Given below are the directions you will need in order to learn how to rip jeans. In order to make ripped jeans, you will need a pair of jeans, a pair of scissors, sandpaper, safety pins, and if you want to give the jeans an acid washed look, then some bleach.

• If you have bought a pair of new denims, then ensure that you put it through the wash cycle at least four to six times so that they get a slightly worn out look.
• Next mark those areas where you want the rips. It is best to choose areas that would normally be frayed easily, as it will give your denims a more natural look. Also if you are on the heavier side, then choose to make vertical rips rather than horizontal ones. They will make you look slimmer.
• Make a small cut at all the places where you want a rip. This should be at the center of the ripped area.
• Now rub the area with a piece of sandpaper. Always choose a sandpaper that is extremely rough so that when you rub the jean area vigorously, the rip seems raw.
• If you want to give the rip some shape, then pull at the edges with a safety pin. Pull at loose threads to give the jeans some more character.
• Once you are done giving your ripped jeans the design you want, put it through another wash cycle. If you want you can add some bleach to laundry at this step to give it an acid wash look.

So now you know how to create a pair of ripped jeans. Now let us take a look at how to accessorize the same. Ripped jeans for women should preferably don a pair of skinny jeans that have been ripped strategically to give it the classy yet devil-may-care look. Wear the denims with a loose, casual top for a trip to the mall. Team it with a pair of boots, a white tank top, and a fitted blazer for a more jazzed up look. Accessorize with metallic bangles, hoops, and chains. Ripped jeans look the best with a pair of heels, so make your choice of shoes. Fashion demands that ripped jeans never look trashy. In fact, if you wear these jeans keep the accessories to a minimum. Ripped jeans for men should be ideally teamed with a fitted t-shirt, and funky belt. For a casual look, wear a pair of flip-flops.

Many fashion boutiques stock ripped jeans for kids, women, and men. But it is best to make a pair of ripped jeans on your own. This will allow you to style it according to your need, and also give you the satisfaction of having created that fashionable piece of clothing that everyone is envious of.