by MakeYourOwnJeans | jeans |
Are you’re looking to buy a new pair of jeans, you should pay attention to quality. As with most garments, not all jeans are high quality. Some, unfortunately, feature a low-quality construction that makes them susceptible to wear and degradation. The low price tag of these cheap jeans may sound alluring, but you’ll end up paying more in the long run when you’re forced to repair or replace them. To determine if a pair of jeans features a high-quality construction, look for the following eight signs. #1) Secure Buttons The buttons on a pair of jeans should be secure and solid. If they are loose, there’s a good chance that they were poorly designed, in which case the button or buttons may fall off. You can always sew missing buttons back onto your jeans, but it’s better to avoid this headache by choosing a pair of high-quality jeans. Whether the jeans have a single button on the fly or entire row of buttons, all the buttons should be secure. If you’re shopping for jeans in person, try wiggling the buttons to see if they move. #2) Uniform Stitching You should also look at the stitching when shopping for a pair of jeans. High-quality jeans feature uniform, even stitching in which the thread follows a specific pattern. Some manufacturers create rows with the thread, while others use a zig-zag pattern. Regardless, the stitching on jeans should follow a consistent and uniform pattern. If there’s no sense of uniformity to the stitching, you should consider purchasing a different, higher quality pair of jeans. #3) No Exposed, Loose Thread Jeans, like most...
by MakeYourOwnJeans | jeans |
Although they can be worn all 12 months of the year, jeans are particularly popular during winter. This shouldn’t come as a surprise considering that jeans are warm, durable, comfortable and stylish. When the fall season is over and you’re ready to switch to your warmer garments, you can’t go wrong with a pair of high-quality denim jeans. To create the best possible look, however, you should follow these dos and don’ts when wearing jeans during the winter. Do Choose a Dark Color Stick with a pair of dark-colored jeans to wear during the winter. Light colors, such as faded blue or even white, are better suited for the warmer months. In comparison, dark colors, such as indigo and black, are better suited for the cooler months. Most men and women will agree that dark-colored denim looks cleaner and more formal than light-colored denim as well, which is another reason to wear dark-colored jeans during the winter. Don’t Wear Distressed Jeans Why shouldn’t you wear distressed jeans during the winter? In some cases, it’s perfectly fine to wear them. When the weather gets cold, though, the frayed, worn design of distressed jeans means some of your skin will be exposed to the elements. As a result, wearing them may leave you cold and uncomfortable. You can still experiment with distressed jeans during the winter, but you’ll probably find that traditional, non-distressed styles work better for this time of year. Do Wear Them With the Right Shoes Your shoes will affect the appearance of your jeans and vise-versa. During the winter, you should wear shoes that flow cohesively with the...
by MakeYourOwnJeans | jeans |
Do you experience chafing when wearing denim jeans? Well, you aren’t alone. Countless men and women suffer from this problem when wearing certain types of clothes and garments. This phenomenon occurs when something — either your skin or a garment — rubs against your body, thereby causing a painful injury known as chafing. While chafing typically doesn’t require medical attention, it’s still something that most people want to avoid. So, if you’re battling this problem, consider the following tips to prevent chafing when wearing denim jeans. Choose Skinny or Slim-Fit Jeans The first step to preventing chafing is to choose the right type of jeans. We’ve talked about this before on our blog, but it’s worth mentioning again that there are more a dozen different types of jeans, ranging from relaxed and loose fit to skinny and slim fit. Some people assume that relaxed and loose-fit jeans are less likely to cause chafing because they offer extra space in the thighs and legs. They do in fact offer extra space, but this actually makes them more likely to cause chafing. The extra space in relaxed and loose-fit jeans means there’s a greater risk of your thighs and legs rubbing together, thereby causing chafing. To lower the risk of chafing, choose a slimmer type of denim, such as skinny or slim fit. Both of these popular types of denim are form fitting, so your skin generally won’t rub together while wearing them. Consider Stretch Denim Another tip to prevent your denim jeans from chafing is to choose stretch denim. For the average person, stretch denim jeans may look the same...
by MakeYourOwnJeans | denims |
Conventional wisdom may lead you to believe that the only way to clean a pair of denim jeans is to place them in the washing machine. While this is always an option, there are other ways to clean your jeans. If you’re worried about the washing machine damaging or fading your jeans, consider the following alternative ways to clean them. Why Washing Machines Are Overrated Before we begin, you might be wondering what’s wrong with cleaning your jeans in the washing machine. For decades, people have cleaned garments, including jeans, in the washing machine. Even today, it remains the most common and popular method for cleaning garments. There are a few problems with machine machines, one of which is the fact that they stress fabrics. Each time you wash your jeans, it will degrade the fabric just a little more. Eventually, your jeans may no longer look, feel or fit like they used to. Placing your jeans in the washing machine also increases the risk of fading. Maybe your jeans are currently a dark, deep indigo color. If you wash them enough times, however, they may turn to a lighter faded blue color. Finally, cleaning your jeans in the washing machine can be expensive. You must pay for water, electricity, laundry detergent and any other products that you use. Over time, these expenses can quickly add up. The good news is that there are other ways to clean your jeans besides washing them. Hang Them Outside Nothing deodorizes garments better than the combination of sunlight and fresh air. If your jeans aren’t visibly stained, try hanging them outside on...
by MakeYourOwnJeans | Jackets |
If you’re looking to update your wardrobe with a stylish, comfortable new jacket, you should consider denim. Denim jackets offer a superior level of aesthetics and comfort, making them perfect for men and women alike. With so many different types, though, you may struggle to choose one. In this post, we’re going to break down 10 important things you need to know when shopping for a denim jacket. Using this information, you’ll have an easier time choosing the perfect denim jacket. #1) You Can Wear It Year-Round Unlike other, heavier coats and jackets, you can wear a denim jacket year-round. Whether it’s the fall, winter, spring or summer, denim jackets are thick enough to protect you from the cold weather while still being thin enough to keep you comfortable when it’s warm outside. #2) There’s No Such Thing As Too Much Denim Some people assume that they can’t wear jeans with a denim jacket because it’s “too much denim.” In reality, though, wearing jeans with a denim jacket is an attractive, casual outfit. There’s even a term used to describe this outfit: the Canadian tuxedo. The term appeared in the mid-1950s and has remained ever since. If you’re going to wear a Canadian tuxedo, though, you should choose a denim jacket that matches — or flows cohesively, at least — with your preferred pair of jeans. #3) Check the Shoulders to See If It Fits If you’re shopping for a denim jacket at a local store, try it on to see how it fits in the shoulders. If it’s too big, you’ll see (and feel) excess fabric in the...
