by MakeYourOwnJeans | Denim Skirts |
Jeans aren’t the garment made of denim. You can also find skirts made of this durable yet comfortable textile. Known as denim skirts, they offer a classic style that looks great on everyone, regardless of how it’s worn. Denim skirts are soft, easy to clean, attractive and long lasting. But not all denim skirts are made equal. To take advantage of these benefits, you must choose the right denim skirt. Below are several tips on how to choose the perfect denim skirt. Consider the Length Like most other skirts — as well as dresses for that matter — denim skirts are available in a variety of lengths. You can find them in mini, midi and maxi lengths. Mini-length denim skirts are characterized by a short length, which usually stops around your thighs. Midi-length denim skirts, on the other hand, are characterized by a medium length, which usually stops around your knees. Finally, maxi-length denim skirts are the longest, with most stopping several inches past your knees. Check for Buttons or Zippers In addition to length, something else to consider when choosing a denim skirt is whether it features buttons or zippers (or both). Normally, denim skirts will feature at least one of these two fasteners. On the front, for example, you may find a row of buttons or a zipper. The purpose of these fasteners is to simplify the process of putting on and taking off the denim skirt. You can choose either a denim skirt with either type of fastener. Just remember to make sure the fastener is durable and high quality. If the buttons or zipper are...
by MakeYourOwnJeans | jeans |
Have you noticed your jeans fraying at the bottom? After owning and wearing the same pair of jeans for long enough, you may discover the bottom of the pant legs unraveling. Also known as “fraying,” it can happen to any pants, though it’s more common in jeans because of their unique construction. The good news is that you can often prevent it from happening. First, however, you may find out what your jeans are fraying at the bottom. Boot Cut Jeans With the Wrong Footwear Boot cut jeans are more likely to fray at the bottom than other styles of jeans, especially if you wear them with the wrong footwear. As you may know, boot cut jeans have a larger and wider around the bottom than other styles. They are called “boot cut” because the larger opening allows the bottom of the jeans to fit over the top of your boots. Other styles of jeans have a smaller and narrower opening around the bottom of the pant legs, so you can’t easily fit them over the top of boots. Boot cut jeans solve this problem by featuring a wider opening. But if you wear boot cut jeans with the wrong footwear — specifically shoes, sandals, flip-flops or other non-boots — you won’t be able to take advantage of their unique design. On the contrary, wearing boot cut jeans with a different type of footwear than boots will likely result in the bottom of the pant legs dragging on the ground. Boot cut jeans have a wider opening around the bottom of the pant legs than other styles of jeans,...
by MakeYourOwnJeans | Jackets |
Also known as jean jackets, denim jackets are a classic form of outerwear that’s characterized by a denim construction. In other words, they are made of the same material as jeans. Denim is technically a type of cotton featuring a warp-faced weaving pattern. When compared to traditional cotton, though, denim is significantly stronger and more durable — characteristics that you’ll find in all denim garments, including jeans as well as jackets. Unfortunately, though, denim jackets are often misunderstood, with many people believing the seven following myths about them. #1) You Shouldn’t Wear a Denim Jacket in the Rain Some people believe that denim jackets shouldn’t be worn because water will damage them. While neither jeans nor denim jackets are waterproof, you don’t have to worry about rain damaging them. If your denim jacket gets wet, simply hang it on a line to dry. After hanging for a few hours, it should be dry. For faster drying, you can toss your denim jacket in a clothes dryer unless otherwise stated on the jacket’s care label. Regardless, water won’t damage or harm your denim jacket. #2) Denim Jackets Are a Modern Form of Outerwear Another common myth is that denim jackets are relatively new. While they didn’t become popular until the 1960s and 70s, denim jackets were actually around for many decades prior to this period. According to Wikipedia, the world’s first denim jacket was invented by Levi Strauss in the late 1800s. About 10 years after Strauss invented denim jeans, he invented a jacket made of the same material, thus leading to the development of the denim jacket. Therefore, it’s...
by MakeYourOwnJeans | jeans |
Jeans are available in dozens of different styles, some of which include boot cut, straight leg, skinny, low rise, high rise, boyfriend, loose and relaxed. While each style has its own unique characteristics, they all feature a denim construction. As a result, a typical pair of jeans can last for years or even decades — assuming you clean and maintain them according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. When choosing a pair of jeans, though, you should pay attention to the fly. Even with the large variety of different styles, jeans typically use either a button or zipper fly. While the fly type may sound like an insignificant or even meaningless feature, it can affect the performance of your jeans in more ways than one. So, should you choose jeans with a button fly or a zipper fly? Overview of the Button Fly The button fly is the most common type of fly used in denim jeans. It’s been around for over a century, with some of the world’s first jeans featuring this type of fly. Jeans with a button fly don’t just have a single button. Rather, they usually feature a single column of multiple buttons. Some jeans have three buttons for the fly, whereas others have five or six buttons. Regardless, the button fly is characterized by a single vertical column of buttons, which can be fastened or unfastened to put on or take off the jeans. Overview of the Zipper Fly A more modern fly type, the zipper fly features a zipper. Even if you’re unfamiliar with the different fly types, you’ve probably used a zipper before. It’s...
by MakeYourOwnJeans | Jackets |
Featuring a denim construction, denim jackets are a popular choice of outerwear worn by men and women of all ages. They usually feature a light blue color resembling that of jeans. But even if you’re familiar with the basic design of denim jackets, there are probably some things you don’t know about them. #1) Denim Jackets Were Invented in the 1800s You might be surprised to learn that denim jackets have been around for over a century. According to Wikipedia, Levi Strauss was responsible for creating the world’s first denim jacket in the 1880s. Levi Strauss originally produced denim jeans, and about 10 years after he invented jeans, Strauss produced a jacket using the same denim fabric. #2) Wearing a Denim Jacket With Jeans is a ‘Canadian Tuxedo’ While denim jackets are considered casual wear, wearing one with denim jeans is actually known as a “Canadian tuxedo.” The term “Canadian tuxedo” was coined during the 1950s after American singer and actor Bing Crosby was seen wearing a denim jacket with jeans. Even after all those years, the term “Canadian tuxedo” is still used to describe an outfit consisting of a denim jacket with denim jeans. #3) Denim Jackets Were Popularized During the 1970s Although they were invented in the 1880s, denim jackets didn’t become truly popular until the 1970s. During this time, people began to explore new ways to enhance their personal style, thus leading to a newfound popularity for denim jackets. By the end of the 1970s, denim jackets were a mainstay garment worn by millions of men and women. Today, denim jackets remain one of the most...
