How To Cuff Your Jeans Like A Pro

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Inspired by three fashion trailblazers—Alexa Chung, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, and Julie Sarinana of Sincerely, Jules—we’re showing you the formulas behind the season’s must-try looks: the traditional skinny cuff, the undone half cuff, and the polished thick cuff. Click through now for all of our essential tips—you’re sure to become a pro by the end!

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A thick cuff requires a wider-leg pair of jeans that are a little loose. 

We used: J Brand 1265 Ace Cropped Boyfriend Jeans ($227) in Arcadian Black

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Step One

Fold the jeans to create a one-inch cuff. 

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Step Two

Fold again so that the cuff is about two inches thick.

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Step Three

Smooth out the cuff to create a polished look. 

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Final

Styling Tip: Make this your weekend go-to with a relaxed tee and ankle-strap flats. 

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The skinny cuff works best on fitted silhouettes, as it creates the appearance of a long, lean line. 

We used: DL 1961 Amanda Jeans ($168) in Twilight

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Step One

Fold the bottom of the jeans to create a half-inch cuff. 

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Step Two

Fold a second time, adding an extra half-inch to the cuff. It should be nice and tight and hit at or just above the ankle. 

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Final

Styling Tip: Elongate your legs further by adding a nude wedge or low-cut heel. 

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Final

Styling Tip: Give your jeans the downtown treatment by adding a worn-in leather jacket and statement stilettos. 

Jessica Baker
Jessica Baker
Executive Director, Entertainment

Jessica Baker has 16 years of experience in the digital editorial fashion and entertainment space. She is currently the Executive Director, Entertainment at Who What Wear where she ideates, books, writes, and edits celebrity and entertainment features.