Keep Jeans from Bunching in Boots
Want to keep your jeans from bunching at the top of your boots? Well, there are several ways to prevent this from happening, one of which is to simply choose boot-cut jeans. This popular style is characterized by a wider opening around the ankles, allowing the wearer to place the bottom of his or her jeans over the top of their boots. There’s no rule stating that you must wear boots with boot-cut jeans, but they are designed for this purpose, making this an ideal setup. Another idea, however, is to tuck the bottom of your jeans into your socks — before you put on your boots. With your socks holding your jeans in place, your jeans shouldn’t bunch at the top of your boots. Either of these hacks should suffice.
Make Jeans Fit Tighter
Here’s a scenario to consider: you accidentally ordered a pair of new jeans in the wrong size. Now you’re left with a pair of jeans that are big but otherwise perfectly fine. Rather than giving them to a friend or family member, you should try to make them fit tighter. This is done by washing and drying them on the hottest possible setting. Going back to the basics of physics 101, heat causes things to contract. So when you wash jeans with hot water and dry them with hot air, the denim fabric contracts for a tighter fit. This isn’t going to instantly drop the size of your jeans by several inches. But if you only need a slightly slimmer fit, this may work. And if it doesn’t work, you can always take your jeans to a professional tailor, who should be able to make them fit better.
Prevent Jeans from Fading
It’s frustrating when you buy a new pair of indigo-colored jeans, only to discover the once-dark-blue color it possessed is now light blue. Like all garments, jeans have a tendency to fade over time. This isn’t something that happens overnight, but months or years of usage may cause them to fade. You can slow down this process, however, by washing your jeans with a small amount of white vinegar. Simply place 1 cup of distilled white vinegar in your washing machine with the jeans. The vinegar acts as a shield for the denim’s color, protecting it from fading. Some people may turn their heads at the thought of pouring foul-smelling vinegar over their jeans, but it actually makes them smell fresher. The vinegar odor will quickly dissipate, leaving your jeans smelling nice and fresh.
Finding the Perfect Fit
We’ve talked about this before on blog, but it’s worth mentioning that that if you want to find a pair of jeans that fits your body perfectly, you’ll have to avoid shopping at traditional retail and department stores. Sure, you may get lucky by finding a pair of jeans that fits perfectly, but this rarely happens. Nine times out of ten, you’ll come away with a pair of jeans that are either too big or too small — at least in some areas. So, how do you find a pair of jeans that fits just right? The answer: order a pair of custom-fitted jeans from the denim experts here at MakeYourOwnJeans.
Make Jeans Softer by Drying with Tennis Balls
No, that’s not a typo. As unusual as it sounds, drying your jeans with a couple tennis balls can make them softer. If you find your jeans are too stiff or otherwise uncomfortable to wear, dry this hack to make them softer. Simply place a couple tennis balls in the dryer, along with your jeans, and let them dry. The tennis balls will bounce around, making the denim fabric softer each time they hit your jeans. You don’t have to worry about any damage occurring to your jeans, as tennis balls are soft and safe to use.
Stop Jeans from Fraying
It’s not uncommon for denim jeans to fray at the bottom. This is particularly true when wearing long jeans in which the bottom rub across the ground. Even if you’re careful while wearing them, the denim fabric on the bottom may begin to fray and unravel; thus, creating a chain reaction in which your jeans gradually degrade over time. You can prevent this from happening, however, by wearing the right type of jeans. We’ve talked about this before on our blog, but it’s worth mentioning again that jeans are made in a variety of cuts and styles, some of which include skinny, straight leg, low rise, high rise, boot cut, etc. If your jeans have a tendency to fray at the bottom, perhaps you should choose a cut that doesn’t drag on the bottom, such as skinny or straight leg. Or if you already have a pair of boot-cut jeans, be sure to wear them with boots.
Hold the Zipper in Place
Another problem that many men and women experience while wearing jeans is the zipper falling down. Thankfully, there’s a quick and easy way to prevent this from happening. Attach a metal key ring to the top of your zipper (the part with a hole), and then attack the other side of the key ring to the button on your jeans. This should secure your zipper in place, preventing it from falling down.
Wash Less Frequently
Many people assume that they must wash their jeans after each use. Doing so, however, actually shortens the lifespan of your jeans by degrading the denim fabric. So if you want your jeans to last — and you probably do — consider washing them less frequently. There’s no rule stating that you must wash your jeans after each use. Unless they are visibly dirty, you can probably wear them for another day (or several days). And even then, you can often spot-treat stains by blotting the area with a damp washcloth and small amount of laundry detergent.
