Your guide to DIY distressed denim.
Distressing jeans is obvi the natural choice.
Jeans are such a classic staple piece.
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(Fraying over a stain?
Fortunately, learning how to distress your jeans is actually pretty easy.
Heres the full rundown.
Do you just want to give a raw hem look?
Or do we want to rough up the edges of the pockets, waistband, and trims?
Or maybe you want to create some holes throughout the garment, says Dunn.
Knowing what you want to do will help you execute the look more cleanly and prevent mishaps.
This fluffs up and softens the distressed areas even more, creating a more cohesive, professional finish.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Like any DIY project, things can go sideways when distressing jeans.
Avoid these common pitfalls.
