Five ways to bring your old jeans up to date and save money with inexpensive alterations
KEEPING up with the latest designer trends can often put a strain on your expenses.
But an old pair of jeans can be brought completely up to date with a few inexpensive adjustments.
Try these tips to restyle your denim.
SHORTS: Top designers, including Prada, have helped put denim shorts in all forms in the spotlight.
It’s easy to turn worn-out jeans into shorts. Mark where you want to cut and add a few inches if you want a rollover at the bottom, which can be held in place with a few stitches. Or skip the rollover for a distressed look.
UTILITY JEANS: Denim dungarees, jumpsuits and cargo jeans are likely to be everywhere this year as the utilitarian look is having a moment.
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Try sewing extra pockets onto baggy jeans to create a similar look. You can buy nail bags in many different styles etsy.com. We found a pack of four for £6.41.
INDIGO WASH: Dark denim is in fashion this year after being spotted on the catwalks of Gucci and other brands.
You can dye faded jeans with Dylon’s Jeans Blue Hand Dye, £4.79, from Robert Dyas, or Rit Indigo Universal Liquid Dye, £6.99, from ritdye.store.co.uk.
FLARED PANTS: Ultra-flared jeans are completely hip in 2024. If you are a little handy with a needle and thread, you can turn straight-leg jeans into flared jeans with some scraps of old material.
You can even use lace or contrasting material to create the flares. There are many YouTube tutorials available that can guide you through the exact process.
JEAN EMBELLISHMENTS: Stella McCartney and Versace have embraced embellished denim this season. Think of studs, embroidery and glitter added to your jeans.
You can use old jewelry for this; play with different patterns before sticking them in place with fabric glue.
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