Rolling jeans has always been a very personal thing, people either love it or hate it. Some types of rolls make it to trend status, but these days jean rolling has become very post modern, do what you like, whatever feels right. There is no real science to rolling denim. It’s an intuitive process. Though, until I thought about all the different ways one can bring up the hemline of their denim, did I realize that there are so many ways to do it.
1. The Neat Cuff
What it is an how to do it: The Neat Cuff is one fold up, often pressed to maintain it’s crispness.
Types of jeans that work with it: Skinny jeans, cigarette cut jeans, straight leg
Wear it with: Flats, low heels
2. The Carefree Cuff
What it is an how to do it: Like the Neat Cuff, but more organic and free spirited
Types of jeans that work with it: Skinny jeans, skinny slouch, straight leg, distressed jeans
Wear it with: Whimsical shoes, heels, statement pieces
3. The Classic Peg
What it is an how to do it: Before there were skinny jeans, there was the pegged jean. Fold your jean sideways so it’s tight around the ankle and then roll up.
Types of jeans that work with it: Boyfriend jeans, straight leg jeans, boot cut
Wear it with: Open toe booties, heels, sandals
4. The Pressed Cuff
What it is an how to do it: The Pressed Cuff is neatly folded twice to conceal the hem and pressed or sewn in place.
Types of jeans that work with it: Twill pants, lightweight denim, trouser cuff.
Wear it with: Statement heels, oxfords
5. The Messy Roll
What it is an how to do it: Imperfect beauty. The Messy Roll is an intuitive way to roll your jeans, for the tousled, relaxed look. Just roll and don’t think about it too much.
Types of jeans that work with it: Skinny, boyfriend, tattered jeans, cropped jeans
Wear it with: Flats, heels (the fancier the better the contrast), sandals, brogues
6. The Bubble Roll
What it is an how to do it: The Bubble Roll is a true roll, take the hem and literally roll the denim up.
Types of jeans that work with it: Skinny, Cropped (it has to be somewhat tight to maintain the roll)
Wear it with: Low heels, flats, sandals
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Cool Tips! I need to try these cuff and roll with my jeans.
I must try this peg roll. Can’t believe I’ve never used it!
i just had a hardcore 80s flashback. thanks for that. (and for dropping by and commenting on our blog!)
please excuse me while i go manipulate some faded 501s.
x
Ahhh, what a great blog post!! I’ve only recently perfected the classic peg. Excellent choice of shoes to go with each too!
These shoes are adorable!^^
This is a brilliant post! I really love it! It helped me a lot actually
Thanks for visiting my blog. I love yours!
omg,awesome photos♥
great post! fabulous shoes!!!
Great ideas!
I am so trying all of these! Not only do the cuffs and rolls look adorable, but your shoes are so great. Thanks for the awesome tips!
xx Laura
I’m digging your carefree cuff…can’t get into the peg! Tried, but no can do. Looks awesome on you though
xo,
carrie
i’ve been a fan of rolling the hem of my jeans since high school (perfect for when you outgrow your pants). this post is fantastic!!
I love this post– so creative and quirky. You also have a great collection of shoes.
On another note, you are really pretty!
Have a great day!
Jen
Love this! Great inspiration, too. I tend to stick to the “messy roll” with trousers and the “carefree cuff” with jeans but will definitely do a little breaking out of my norm
jennine i must have fallen off the face of this blogging earth – i never knew you had this blog. haha! you’re too cute!!
my fav is the “classic peg” as you put it.
of course, it’s also been a while since i’ve worn jeans. i hate my body shape *rolls eyes*. i think i just really need to sew a pair myself!
I’m a ‘carefree cuff’ girl myself but this post opened my eyes to a few new ones like the ‘bubble roll.’ Love these names! ha
Now this is something I’d have never thought about! Thanks for sharing!
I’m currently into the classic peg, as I basically live in my boyfriend jeans these days, can’t remember when was the last time I loved a pair of trousers this much!
xoxo
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I am definitely a fan of rolling my jeans – my favourite is your carefree style!
It is a fab!
It’s so funny how this all looks so modern again. Great post!
Hey girl!
Thanks for stopping by my blog and leaving such a sweet comment. I can’t stop looking at the second photo. It’s so adorable. I love those shoes. Where did you find them?
Take care<3
XOXO
Pika
Fun tutorial. Bet it was fun to plan and shoot. Well done.
What a great blog-especially this post! I’m so unimaginative with the few pairs of jeans I own, but I’ll definitely be trying some of these rolls out. Thanks for your comment
xoxo
This is an awesome guide!
Excellent tips! Never would have thought through all the ways to roll jeans. My favorite for the weekend is the messy roll. Would look great with my black skinny jeans.
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Great post, haven’t seen anything like it! I think the main reason why people cuff their jeans is to show off their shoes? That’s the best reason I can think of. Cuffing cropped pants or jeans is a great way to make them modern (when crops are momentarily out-of-trend).
Jennine my darling!! I love this post!!
You just saved me from wearing boring and as-usual jeans!! And the shoes you used are adorable!! All of them! The care free cuff is the one for me… and those shoes too!! hahaha I want those!!!
love the photos and suggestions!!
This post is great! But the shoes…..can we get a post on where all those amazing shoes are from????
OMG I LOVE your shoes in the carefree cuff photo, where did you get them?!!! Awesome post btw, personally I go for the messy roll myself but you’ve given me some good ideas now!
LOVE this! Great post.
x
Michelle
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LOVE it! Just posted some of your tips http://bit.ly/Ou4qtP
is it cool if I roll up my skinny jeans (messy or buble) and pair it with high-top converse?
The pegged jean look?
HOW do I fold my jeans so they look like that. I turned them to the side so the seam was facing me. I rolled and still did not get the same look.
I love this look of the ‘pegged’ look. PLEASE, someone write back to me so I know how to create the pegged look. I would so appreciate it!
I finally figured how to to do the ‘peg roll’ on my jeans.
When it dawned on me, it seem so obvious and simple. I had made it much more complimented.
I love the look and can now wear it, too!
great place to come here
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