Stretch Jeans
No matter how great the Stretch Jeans, if the fit is wrong for your body,
they'll look ridiculous on you. First, make sure the legs, crotch and
waist areas are not too tight. You should also see if they look good
from behind (even if it makes you feel vain). Remember, if you're not
sure, try other styles.Also, because Stretch Jeans are likely to
shrink, it's not a good idea to get just the right length. Buying them
longer than necessary gives you the opportunity to fold them over or
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Just because you're looking for more classic styles doesn't mean you have to pick a boring pair of jeans. Subtle, classic looks can still have some flare. To look sharp, steer clear of tight fits toward the bottom of the leg, tapered pants or the wide bell-bottomed look. A good choice is a straight leg or boot cut (which are slightly flared).
The best way to test the worth of your new jeans is to put them through a trial run. Walk around the store with them and check the pocket space and your level of comfort when sitting down. Can they handle your keys? Wallet? Are they itchy or too warm for certain seasons?
You should also make sure to try them on with the belt you wear most. This will show you where the waist falls on you, if the jeans match your belt and if the loops can hold your belt properly.
The best way to test the worth of your new jeans is to put them through a trial run. Walk around the store with them and check the pocket space and your level of comfort when sitting down. Can they handle your keys? Wallet? Are they itchy or too warm for certain seasons?
You should also make sure to try them on with the belt you wear most. This will show you where the waist falls on you, if the jeans match your belt and if the loops can hold your belt properly.
Finally, try on jeans with the shoes you wear most often, and keep in mind that aside from seeing if the colors match, you want to know how the pants fall. If the jeans are too long, fold them over to approximate how they would look once hemmed. Remember, the back cuff should be aligned with the top part of the sole.Everyone knows how irritating shrinking a perfectly good pair of jeans is, especially when you're forced to walk around with the "ready for a flood" look. Making sure they're preshrunk will cut down on the damage; any additional shrinking will be minimal. Remember though, it's always a good idea to get jeans slightly longer than needed.
Washing before hemming will put the denim through any initial shrinking before you take more away. Just to be safe though, take off a little less than necessary when having them hemmed. If you need an inch taken off, go for two-thirds of an inch instead, which will buffer any future shrinkage.The first time you wash your jeans, wash them alone. After that, it's a good idea to wash them inside out, as this is the best possible way to maintain their color and overall look.
Washing before hemming will put the denim through any initial shrinking before you take more away. Just to be safe though, take off a little less than necessary when having them hemmed. If you need an inch taken off, go for two-thirds of an inch instead, which will buffer any future shrinkage.The first time you wash your jeans, wash them alone. After that, it's a good idea to wash them inside out, as this is the best possible way to maintain their color and overall look.
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