| Jeans are a wardrobe staple with staying power; they | | | | the mainstream designs, any pair of jeans can be |
| were invented in the late 1800s by Levi Strauss. | | | | personalized. Even novice tailors can easily attach |
| Originally considered work pants, jeans were labelled | | | | other fabrics, such as lace or embroidered patches, to |
| "waist overalls" because of their structure and material. | | | | jeans. For those less inclined, a glue gun can be used |
| Today, jeans are worn by all ages and for a variety of | | | | to add buttons or objects, or to attach some types of |
| purposes. They are comfortable, long-lasting and flatter | | | | material. Scissors are a great customization tool. An |
| all body types, making them a wise investment in any | | | | easy way to alter the appearance of jeans is by |
| wardrobe. Since manufacturers base their designs on | | | | cutting off the bottoms in an irregular pattern, like |
| current fashion styles, many jeans are similar in | | | | zigzags. For a longer-term effect, fabric paint is |
| appearance and fit. Finding a unique pair of jeans is not | | | | available in a variety of colors and can be used to |
| an easy task and often requires customization. | | | | create a myriad of designs. |
| Color should be considered when seeking a unique pair | | | | Buying expensive jeans for the purpose of |
| of jeans. Most jeans come in blue or black, and less | | | | modification is not necessary. Many department stores |
| commonly, brown and grey. However, these types of | | | | and thrift shops offer gently used jeans for a fraction |
| pants can be found in almost any color of the rainbow, | | | | of the cost and they are often easier to manoeuvre. |
| from red to purple. Choosing a brightly colored jean will | | | | Sometimes second-hand jeans are considered |
| provide distinctiveness, but because these shades | | | | superior to new jeans because they have already |
| were popular in the 1990s, they often appear dated. | | | | been washed several times and the fit is less |
| To create a custom color effect, try dipping the legs | | | | constrictive. |
| of a pair of jeans in a mixture of dye one shade | | | | There are also a few new manufacturers on the |
| darker than the true color. | | | | market who embrace the concept of unique jean |
| Jean style is equally (if not more) important. The list of | | | | styles, a welcome change for the creatively |
| styles is endless, since jeans are considered the ideal | | | | challenged. While most of these designs are not yet |
| companion for any type of garment. Some jeans are | | | | available in stores, they can be browsed and |
| well-tailored to flatter a work wardrobe, while other | | | | purchased online. |
| styles are much more casual. To break away from | | | | |