At Le Prix, we’re always looking for ways to help you extend the life of your clothes in creative, sustainable ways. Today, I’m excited to share a quick and easy no-sew jeans hemming idea that adds a trendy, distressed raw hem—no sewing or gluing required! This is perfect for giving your old jeans a fresh, edgy look.
Why Hem Your Jeans?
Sometimes, we end up with jeans that are a little too long, whether they’re hand-me-downs, thrifted treasures, or simply a pair we’ve fallen in love with. Over time, the bottom hem of jeans can also become worn, frayed, or damaged from daily wear. Rather than letting them sit unused in the closet or paying for expensive alterations, this simple no-sew hack lets you cut and style your jeans at home while achieving that effortless raw hem look. It’s a great way to fix an old, worn-out hem and update your jeans with a trendy distressed edge!
What You’ll Need:
• A pair of jeans
• Scissors
• A ruler or measuring tape
• Chalk or a washable marker
• Tweezers (optional for added distressing)
Step-by-Step Process:
1. Measure and Mark
First, put on your jeans and fold the extra length under to decide how much you want to cut off. Use your ruler or measuring tape to measure the length you want to remove (usually around 1-2 inches, but it depends on your style). Mark your jeans using chalk or a washable marker.
2. Cut the Jeans
Lay your jeans flat and use sharp scissors to carefully cut along the line you marked. Be sure to cut as evenly as possible across both legs. Don’t worry if it’s not perfect—part of the charm of a raw hem is its imperfect, worn-in look!
3. Create the Distressed Edge
After cutting, you’ll notice that the hem looks clean. To achieve a distressed, frayed edge, gently pull on the horizontal threads at the cut edge using your fingers or tweezers. You can wash and dry your jeans afterward to enhance the fraying naturally.
4. Style and Wear
Once you’re happy with the frayed hem, your jeans are ready to wear! The raw edge will naturally distress more over time, adding to the character of your upcycled jeans.
Sustainable Fashion at Its Best
This no-sew raw hem technique is a great way to breathe new life into an old pair of jeans without any sewing or additional materials. At Le Prix, we’re all about making fashion fun, personal, and eco-friendly. By upcycling your clothes, you’re not only saving money and resources but also reducing your environmental impact.
Give this raw hem hack a try, and let us know how it turns out by tagging @LePrixClothing on social media. We love seeing your upcycled fashion creations!
Would you try this no-sew hack? Let me know below 👇
And btw the outfit at the end is available at Le Prix. The blazer and jeans are new arrivals (not online yet!) and size 10.
If you’re not sure I’d you can cut them straight and still want some sustainable jeans, check out our curated thrifted and upcycled collection here.