I love the look of cutoff shorts. They’re so scraggly and unkempt, it’s a super casual and carefree look.

Denim cutoffs are all over stores, but what’s the point when you can create them yourself with an old pair of jeans? I have a pair of 7 for all mankind jeans from 2005 that have seen better days, and have completely run their course as a pair of jeans. You know I don’t believe in throwing things away…so they’re about to become a pair of cutoff shorts!

To get the look, use a pair of heavy duty scissors to cut them to desired length. Be sure to try the shorts on after the first cut to measure. Use a pocket knife (I know you got one!) to fray the bottom and the edges around the pockets and lining. If you have sandpaper, use it to distress the fabric. Bleach them, dye them, add rhinestones, patches, whatever you want. Be creative!

Here are a couple of looks to inspire as you go.

Levi's 501 cutoffs - UrbanOutfitters.com

Siwy cutoff shorts - Bluefly.com

Karen Zambos Vintage Couture Denim Cutoff Shorts - ShopBop.com

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