You can see rolled-up jeans cuffs on world-famous stars and ordinary people. The Prince of Wales Edward became the legislator of this fashion movement. It was he, a dandy of the 19th century, who first raised the lower part of the trousers, after which this innovation began to spread far beyond the borders of Great Britain.
Which jeans are rolled up and why
Rolling up jeans is a fashionable idea that every person who keeps up with modern trends wants. The style of the pants plays a big role. The most popular way to roll up the bottom of tapered or wide jeans, as well as their classic straight cut.
In addition to these, the following styles of jeans can be rolled up:
- Boyfriends.
- Chinos.
- Skinny.
- Products in denim style.
- Khaki.
Stylists do not recommend rolling up pants:
- Linen.
- Sports.
- Classic.
- Flared.
Cuffs of trousers are rolled up most often because of fashion. Less often – for convenience. People of short stature no longer need to shorten the length of the product, because it can be adjusted by folding it up. Also, rolling up the lower part of the trousers helps to protect them from dirt and road dust.
Another important reason for rolling up denim is to show off an expensive and high-quality product from fashion houses such as Armani, Colin's, Guess or Wrangler. Only luxury items can boast of their famous seam treatment.
You won't be ashamed to show them off by rolling up your pants. Showing off the cuff reveals not just seams, but a real elegant piping without a single crooked stitch or protruding thread.
Selecting the optimal cuff width
Jeans should be fashionably rolled up to a certain length.
Stylists' recommendations:
- Height affects the width of the cuff. The shorter the person, the narrower the width of the lapel should be.
- The width of the cuff depends on the color and texture of the jeans. For pants made of thin and light fabric, a cuff layer of 2-3 turns with a width of no more than 3 cm is suitable. Products made of dense material are folded 2 times, the cuff is from 4 to 6 cm.
- The fold line can be uneven, creating a casual effect. This is suitable for wide or straight pants combined with boots or sneakers.
It is also worth monitoring the gap between the shoe and the hem. In summer, it can be made larger, and in winter, it is recommended not to bare the ankle, but to place the folded cuffs on the upper part of the shoe.
If you wear jeans rolled up wide in sub-zero temperatures, you can disrupt blood circulation and lymph flow. Vladimir Bolibok, an immunologist, warns of the high probability of hypothermia of the extremities, and as a consequence - dry skin and its cracking. Therefore, you can wear rolled-up jeans in winter only when they do not reveal part of the legs.
Type of fold
You can roll up your jeans in a fashionable way in different ways: narrow, double or wide. This allows you to choose the most suitable option for your shoes and overall look. It is worth considering that the width of the rolled cuff affects the height of the heel. For example, if a girl wears high wedge sandals, the fold of the fabric should be minimal.
General recommendations from stylists on how to properly roll up jeans:
- If a girl is short, then wide curls should be avoided.
- To add a touch of drama to your look, you can choose pants with different patterns on the outside and inside of the garment. This will make the cuff bright and eye-catching. A wide fold will look the most spectacular in this case.
- The folded edge of the fabric can be combined with socks of the brightest colors or completely abandoned this part of the wardrobe.
- Don't lift the bottom of your pants too high. Otherwise, you risk creating a comical and absurd image.
- If the hems are made independently and not provided by the manufacturer, then after the trousers are removed, their bottom is straightened and the fabric is ironed. This will prevent the material from wrinkling and becoming worn.
- On loose-fitting models made from light fabric, the fold is made no more than 4 cm, and on narrow and dark items - no more than 5.
- Miniature shoes such as pumps and ballet flats go best with rolled-up skinny jeans.
- The number of layers when creating a turn-up is affected by the density of the product. On narrow pants, 2 turns will be enough, and loose-fitting pants can be decorated with 3-4 folds of fabric.
- To remove the careless look from the hem, you can iron it.
In addition, stylists recommend that women place the cuff above the top of the shoe so that there is a gap between it and the fabric.
You can complement the look with sweaters or plain T-shirts, as well as:
- jackets;
- sweatshirts;
- oversized shirts;
- long sleeves.
It is not necessary to stop at the classic color option of clothes. You can experiment with its colors and prints. For example, you can follow the celebrities who like to roll up their pants. An ardent fan of this is Sarah Jessica Parker, who has repeatedly been caught by paparazzi cameras in rolled-up jeans.
Narrow
The width of the narrowly turned-up cuff on the pants is 3 cm. It is well compatible with straight and short jeans.
It is done according to the following algorithm:
- The cuff is folded once, by approximately 1.5 cm.
- Repeat the action – and now the hem width is 3 cm.
- Stretch the hem to the sides. To do this, insert your fingers under the fabric near the seams and straighten the fabric. This will allow the lapel to take shape and be firmly fixed.
- Repeat the procedure with the other leg.
This option is considered a tight hem due to its base - the seam. If everything is done correctly, the legs will be slightly above the ankle or on it. For a narrow option, tight jeans are suitable. They allow you to not create an image with additional volume.
Average
Algorithm for a medium hem of jeans:
- The bottom edge of the trouser leg is rolled up by 3 cm.
- Turn the cuff again to the same width.
- Repeat the procedure with the second leg.
If you want to get a voluminous hem, then you don’t need to smooth the fabric with your hands after the first time. A second layer of jeans over a loosely rolled cuff will allow you to achieve a sloppy effect.
Wide
When the cuffs of trousers are rolled up to a width of more than 3 cm, this is considered a wide turn-up. This fashion is a legacy of the history of jeans and workwear style. Sometimes such a turn-up has one fold, the width of which reaches the size of a palm or even more.
To create a wide turn-up, measure 4-5 cm from the bottom seam and fold the leg up by this amount. Taking into account the bottom edge, the hem width will be 5-6 cm. Straight-cut jeans are not suitable for this, but choosing a looser item will be the right decision.
They go well with heavy footwear and its varieties that imitate rough work boots. Less often, jeans rolled up like this are combined with sneakers.
Double
The cuff, folded twice, consists of a paired turn-up, in which the lower edge of the trousers is inside. This helps to create a harmonious composition.
Creation algorithm:
- The bottom edge of the trousers is raised to a height of 2-3 cm.
- The folded fabric is folded again to a width of 2-3 cm.
- Repeat steps #1 and #2.
- Straighten out any uneven areas with your hands, stretching the fabric from the inside, from the outer side seams to the sides.
- Repeat steps 1 through 4 with the second leg.
In addition to the standard double hem, there are other varieties:
- Medium double fold. The width of the folded fabric is 3 fingers.
If a person is of average height, and the pants are long, then the unnecessary length can be hidden with this type of tuck. This will avoid cutting, and at the same time there will be no roll of excess fabric on the leg. This type of tuck is usually used with any style of jeans and shoes. It is also often called universal.
- Wide double fold. This is an old-fashioned method of hemming jeans that originated on the streets of London when workers would roll up their work uniforms to save the cuffs.
On modern fashionistas you can see a wide double hem the width of a palm or more. This is not bad taste, but a reference to old traditions. Such a stylish detail is appropriate to use in combination with engineered boots or heavy boots.
- Double rolled with bottom seam showing. This variety is distinguished by the fact that the chain stitch is not hidden under the fabric, but is shown. The lower edge of the jeans is allegedly “pulled” outward by 1-2 cm over the hem. Stylists describe this as a stylistic know-how that emphasizes the chain stitch of the product, as well as the presence of selvedge on the outs.
It is most often used in Southeast Asia. It is done quite easily: the bottom edge of the pants is rolled up by 10 cm at once. Then the hem is folded in half so that the outer seam is not hidden under a layer of fabric, but is on top of it.
Double rolling up the cuffs is a great way to spice up your look, adding a touch of extravagance.
By type of jeans
Rolling up pants correctly is an important skill, since rolled-up cuffs do not always match the overall look. Stylists have not yet decided whether to buy long jeans for this purpose, to roll up their bottom edge, or to experiment with their standard sizes.
There is no specific statement, because the fashion for cuffs is very changeable, and everyone interprets it as they can, based on their preferences. For example, people of short stature specifically buy jeans with long legs in order to cuff them in different ways.
There is a misconception among people that it is necessary to buy special jeans for cuffs. Stylists claim that any style of pants is suitable for turning up cuffs. Flared trousers are the only type of clothing on which turning up the cuffs is considered a sign of bad taste.
For skinny
Rolling up jeans is a fashionable option on a skinny style. However, this is a tricky model of pants that does not suit all body types. In addition, this style of pants cannot be combined with any shoes. You can easily see this in the example of Kate Middleton. Once she made a mistake by wearing black skinny jeans with pumps, and it played a bad joke.
Skinny jeans hug every detail of the legs and hips, so when paired with heeled shoes, they create a "chicken leg" effect. Therefore, if a girl wants to fold up her pants and wear them with tight-fitting heeled shoes, she should choose a looser cut of jeans.
To avoid the "chicken leg" effect on skinny jeans when paired with heels, the hem should end near the calf muscle. But in general, stylists do not recommend this combination of things.
But if a girl decides to do this, she shouldn’t forget about an important rule for skinny jeans – the hems must be symmetrical, otherwise it will be a complete fashion failure.
It is advisable to roll summer colored skinnies inward. To do this, first fold the fabric upward to the desired width and iron the fold. After that, straighten the material and fold it inside the legs. This will remove the excess length of the product and avoid creases in the fabric at the ankles.
Whether to roll up skinnies or not is a personal choice. Rolled-up pants will beautifully reveal your shoes and emphasize their beauty. To make the look elegant and feminine, avoid wide cuffs. Rolled-up skinnies go well with thick-heeled shoes and canvas sneakers.
For straight models
The favorite among the styles of trousers for rolling up cuffs are straight-cut jeans. The fabric folded just above the ankle reveals its elegance and beauty. This is especially noticeable in contrast to the wide legs. They are narrowed using a wide hem or a voluminous one. The width is from 3 to 5 cm on light fabric, and no more than 6 cm on dark fabric.
The optimal and harmonious option is a double turn. In combination with clothes and shoes, you can achieve the creation of an Italian style, the effect of Provence. Casual cuff hem, complemented by bright shoes and a jacket, is gaining popularity.
As an experiment, you can take slightly tapered straight-cut jeans. Measure from 1.5 to 3 cm at the bottom of the product and fold the fabric. You can narrow the silhouette with a short biker jacket and a tight T-shirt. This way, you can transform the classics into summer capris or fashionable chinos.
Some girls roll up their pants to a very high height, revealing the leg above the ankle by 10-15 cm. In this case, the main thing to observe is not to cross the line in the desire to stand out. Otherwise, you can achieve the effect that the person is looking for a place where he can wade across the river.
| Examples of jeans models suitable for creating cuffs | ||
| Name | Description | Price in rubles |
| IDGem | Model with original embroidery of cartoon characters Tom and Jerry. Available in black and blue. Size range from 34 to 44. | 8560 |
| Mango, newmom jeans | Size from 32 to 44. The model is available in blue and gray colors. | |
| For pregnant women I love mum | Pregnant girls can also be stylish, in jeans with cuffs. The model of pants is available in denim and blue colors. Sizes from 42 to 52. | 3208 |
If you make a turn-up on straight jeans of a classic cut, then you should take into account one nuance - the height will be visually shortened. If short people do not take this into account, then the figure will visually become more squat.
For wide
It is rare to see cuffs on wide jeans. Most often, fans of this fashionable detail attribute it to the musical 70s and fans of the "hipster" era. Trousers of this style are characterized by one fold of 3-4 cm in width. It would be a good idea to secure the fabric with an iron.
For boyfriend jeans
Rolling up jeans is fashionable on boyfriends in an informal way. With such an addition, you can make the look stand out and stylish. The number of layers of fabric should be moderate. On thick denim, 1 fold will be enough. Otherwise, you can get the effect of shackles on the leg.
If the pants have a ripped style, then you should avoid wide hems, otherwise you will end up with a tramp Tom Sawyer look. A good option would be a hem that preserves a medium or voluminous cuff. At the same time, you can add casualness to the image by letting the bottom edge of the seam outward.
With elastic band
The hem with an elastic band at the end of the legs allows you to more reliably fix the cuff in this state. At the same time, you can control the volume of the fabric.
If your pants don't have elastic, you can use the following life hack:
- The bottom of the trousers is rolled up by 7-8 cm.
- The elastic band is put on the leg and placed in the middle of the rolled up fabric.
- The top edge of the fabric is lowered, covering the elastic.
- Turn the cuff inward.
This hidden hem will help remove excess fabric length. The elastic will securely fix the fabric, preventing it from unfolding.
How to fold while keeping the bottom
You can avoid losing the length of your pants because of the cuff if you take a product that covers not only the ankle, but also the heel. When the cuff is folded, the jeans simply become the right size. In this case, you can adjust the width of the folded fabric and its appearance.
Rolled-up trousers with the bottom preserved are characterized by a classic look, in which there is no place for extravagant details. At the same time, the hem will help to diversify the look and make it more stylish. The folds can be hidden or double.
You shouldn't make the cuff very wide and voluminous, because you can achieve the effect of big pants. As if a person bought jeans of a large size and decided to remove the unnecessary length.
Under sneakers
Sports shoes have long gone beyond active leisure and have easily become part of everyday life for most people. When it comes to stylish and good models (for example, Reebok Classic Leather), the hems on the pants will only reveal their beauty. The combination of fashionable sneakers and rolled cuffs is street fashion that allows you to stand out.
At the same time, sneakers can be both laconic and classic, and extravagant, with a bright pattern and a rough sole. Any type of cuffs can be combined with such shoes - as long as the image is harmonious and creative.
You can wear long socks of an interesting color or choose short items that do not stick out at the ankle. Jeans can be of any style, except skinny. Straight cut items, high-waisted or with a torn effect look great.
If in the 70s it was not difficult to roll up jeans, then with the onset of 2021, it has become fashionable to turn up the cuff to a real art. Such a minor detail can make the image creative and memorable.
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