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 appearance of your jeans. Flip-flops and sandals are typically a poor choice of footwear because of their overly casual and summer-focused style. Rather than choosing sandals or flip-flops, consider boots. Whether you’re a man, women, young or old, a pair of stylish boots is the perfect choice of footwear for winter. They’ll keep your feet warm while complimenting the appearance of your denim jeans in the process. Just remember to choose a pair in a color that matches your jeans. If your shoes or boots don’t match your jeans, you’ll struggle to create an attractive outfit.
Don’t Wear the Wrong Size
This fashion rule isn’t restricted to the winter season. Rather, it applies to all seasons, including summer, spring and fall. Nonetheless, it’s particularly important to wear jeans in the right size during the winter because it will affect your overall warmth and comfort. If your jeans are too big for your body type, the loose, excess fabric will negate some of their insulation value. As a result, you may get cold while wearing them. Undersized jeans should also be avoided because they are restricting and downright uncomfortable. If you’re struggling to find a pair of jeans that fits perfectly, order a pair from MakeYourOwnJeans. We allow customers to “make their own jeans” by specifying their body measurements and customization preferences.
Do Consider Stretch Jeans
If you’re tired of wearing the same traditional style of jeans day after day, consider wearing stretch jeans this winter. From afar, stretch jeans look like ordinary jeans made of denim. Upon closer inspection, though, you’ll discover a few nuances distinguishing them from their traditional 100 percent denim counterparts. Stretch jeans are softer and have greater stretching capacity than traditional jeans. Some people prefer wearing them during the winter because of these reasons.
Don’t Wear Them Wet
While you probably don’t intentionally wear wet jeans, it’s not uncommon for people to wear damp jeans that didn’t fully dry. During the summer, you can wear damp jeans without any ill effect. The summer heat and sunshine typically dries jeans in just 10 to 15 minutes. With cold temperatures during the winter, however, this doesn’t happen — not as quickly, at least. If you wear wet or damp jeans during the winter, they’ll remain cold and soggy for hours on end. Unfortunately, this makes them particularly uncomfortable to wear, and they may even cause chafing or your skin. Only wear your jeans this winter after they have fully dried and are no longer wet or even damp.
Do Maintain Them
It’s important that you maintain your jeans this winter. Simply tossing them on the floor and never washing or cleaning them isn’t going to work. Neglecting to maintain your jeans increases the risk of fading, staining and other forms of damage. So, what’s the best way to maintain your jeans? You’ll need to check the care label for specific instructions by the manufacturer. Different manufacturers use different denim materials and craftsmanship processes to make their jeans. Therefore, some require different maintenance than others. For most traditional denim jeans, though, you can clean them by washing them in the washing machine, followed by placing them in the dryer. And unless they are made of stretch denim, you should be able to use a steam iron to smooth out any wrinkles or creases.
Don’t Stretch Them
Use caution not to stretch your jeans when wearing them this winter. Some people wear leggings or sweatpants underneath their jeans during this time of year for added warmth. Additional layers such as this, however, may cause your jeans to stretch. And as your jeans stretch, you may discover that they no longer fit right. To prevent this from happening, avoid wearing leggings, sweatpants or similar additional layers underneath your jeans. Alternatively, consider buying a pair of stretch jeans. Stretch jeans, as previously mentioned, have greater stretching capacity than traditional jeans, so they aren’t as susceptible to damage caused by stretching.
Do Rotate Them
Finally, be sure to rotate your jeans periodically throughout the winter. If you wear one pair of jeans on Monday, for example, wait until Wednesday to wear them again. On Tuesday, you should wear a different pair. Rotating your jeans such as this protects them from damage while allowing you to change up your outfits as well.
