Get Some STUDS To Hold Em Up!
So, being only 5'3", I run into a problem I'm sure many of us have at least once in a while. Most of my jeans are too long in the legs!
I had just gotten a new pair of TR jeans that I couldn't wait to wear but they were WAY too long, as you can see in this before photo:
This problem is usually solved by putting on a higher (4") pair of heels, but the problem with these particular heels (which were A MUST for this outfit) is the toe was STILL covered by the leg of my jeans!!
SO...rather than cut them off on the spot (which Seriously crossed my mind), I came up with an idea that not only worked, but looked AWESOME!!
What I did was fold the front of the legs acordian style, with the hem on top and poked a diamond stud through each leg and slid a rubber backer on each one...the result ROCKS!!
I didn't put them exactly center, they're placed about 1" from center. And the placement is totally up to you. You could even use two, one on each side, if you have a really wide cuff.
And after doing this, you can see how you could get really creative and use all kinds of different earrings for totally awesome, one-of-a-kind looks!!
Now I actually look forward to a pair of really long jeans! : )
~Dovinea
How To Make Your TIGHT Jeans Fit Better
We all know what it's like when the morning arrives that you're having a hard time squeezing into your favorite pair of jeans. There is nothing more frustrating! And it's not just the fact that you've put on a few extra pounds, it's that it usually happens when you've only got 5 minutes to get out the door and nothing else to wear!!
Well, I have a solution that will help you avoid these types of mornings. Now, not much can be done once the moment arrives, but you can prepare to keep it from happening again.
The Answer? DO NOT dry your jeans in the dryer!
I've learned this after many years of owning designer jeans. The care instructions specifically state to AIR DRY your jeans. And, not only will this make your jeans easier to get on, they'll look better and last longer too!
I know you may be thinking that then they'll end up stiff and crusty, and yeah, they do! So what I do before putting them on (and after they're 100% dry) is to fluff them for just a few minutes. Using low heat on the dryer, throw in 2 dryer sheets and run the dryer for 3 or 4 minutes. This is just enough heat to take the stiffness out and make them wearable again!
**TIP** If you're jeans are WAY too tight, STRETCH the waistband as soon as you take them out of the washer, while they're still wet. Holding one side tightly, pull as hard as you can on the other side, stretching them as much as possible. Need even more room? Use a small piece wood, stretch the waistband over the back of a chair or use just about anything else you can fit in there while they're air drying to give you a bit more room. Just make sure you use something wide, or you'll end up with points sticking off your waist (not attractive)!! : )
~Dovinea
