Save money while staying stylish by distressing your own jeans. Dive into the trend without breaking the bank.
Distressing jeans requires a creative outlook. You should be able to visualize which parts should look worn out so that the jeans make a fashion statement. The act of distressing gives the jeans a unique and trendy look. Frequent use and washes give jeans such a look.
Steps to Destroy Jeans
Destroyed jeans are the latest trend in teen fashion. Before we understand the steps of this, let us take a look at the tools you will require, all of which are easily available at home.
Materials Required:
Pair of scissors or a razor
Pencil or washable marker
Wooden block
Sandpaper or cheese grater
Decide the Pair of Jeans
Choose a budget-friendly pair of jeans, whether new or old, for distressing. Ensure a proper fit and opt for an old pair with holes or tears for experimenting.
Mark the Distressed Areas
Once you've chosen the jeans, mark the areas for distressing, focusing on natural wear spots like thighs, hips, and knees. Use a pencil or washable marker for clear markings, distinguishing between holes and fades.
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Choose the Desired Effect
Faded Effect: Begin distressing by placing a block of wood beneath the chosen area for support. There are various techniques for distressing, so experiment to achieve the desired effect.
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Bleaching: Bleaching fades jeans quickly and whitens the area where it is applied. You can use mild bleach for this purpose.
Wear rubber gloves before bleaching. Mix bleach powder and water, then dip a cloth or sponge into the solution. Squeeze out excess liquid and apply it to the desired distressed area.
Now, immediately wash the jeans in cold water to prevent decay. Be cautious to avoid spilling the bleaching solution on areas you don't want to distress.
Using Sandpaper or Cheese Grater: If you prefer not to use bleach, opt for sandpaper. Choose a rough sandpaper and rub it on the areas you want to appear faded.
Rub the chosen distressing tool, such as sandpaper or a cheese grater, on the back pockets, knees, and hips until you achieve the desired effect.
Holes: When creating holes in your jeans, avoid cutting out whole circles. Mark the desired areas and use a razor blade to carefully run along the marked area.
Rub the marked area until white strands appear. Decide whether to remove all, some, or none of the strands to create your desired hole pattern.
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Final Touch
To enhance the distressed look, use scissors to rip the jeans at the hem and seams, creating a frayed effect. After completing these steps, wash the jeans to determine if further distressing is desired.
By using a few techniques and following the given steps, you can easily make your own distressed jeans that are popular these days. Once you learn how to distress jeans, you can give your friends ideas on the same. So, instead of buying expensive frayed jeans from a showroom, make a pair by yourself.