I am so happy to say that denim is back and here to stay. I'm not talking about stretch denim, jeggings, the "jeans" that you could do yoga in if asked. I'm talking about denim denim. Non-stretch, 100% cotton old-fashioned denim. Clothing stores are selling a surplus of mom jeans and boyfriend style jeans. These jeans take a vintage approach to styling by producing a stiffer, sometimes more baggy type of denim. I've decided to put together five reasons why I love 100% cotton rich denim.
Does not cling to you in the summer.
I wear jeans year-round, from 32 degrees in the winter to 92 degrees in the summer. Jeans are a staple for just about every outfit of mine. If you do not enjoy pinching your outer thigh to try and detach the denim from your sweaty leg, then buy a pair of true denim. A 100% cotton label screams breathable fabric!
Endurance.
Ladies, we live with it and deal with it on a regular, so let's be honest. Our thighs rub together! Ever had to throw away a pair of your favorite jeans because you wore out the inner thighs? Or maybe, as myself, you decided to stitch up that hole with a needle and thread you found in your linen closet. Well, forget having to worry about any of that because 100% cotton makes some damn good denim. Ever wonder how your grandma's Levi jeans are still sturdy and there is no beaded fabric by the crotch? It's because she's wearing a pair of REAL jeans. To avoid buying jeans every couple of years, I opt for paying an extra 10.00 for a pair of solid sturdy 100% cotton denim. Sometimes they can be out of my price range, but with a good eye and consistent check-ups, I can find a pair of vintage jeans at my local thrift store.
Natural fabric.
The benefits of cotton clothing are endless. Synthetic fabrics such as polyester and nylon contribute to limiting circulation and holding in moisture. This is why, in our jegging style jeans, our pants feel like they are sticking to our legs. Even when it comes to our underwear, polyester and microfiber type fabrics hold moisture which has the potential to lead to yeast infections. But no fear! Cotton is here!
Individualize your jeans by painting them, cutting them, anything DIY!
Old Levi's or any pair of 100% cotton denim are perfect for cutting into shorts because they won't stretch after they have been cut. For the perfect frayed ends, or hanging out pockets, go to your local thrift store and buy a pair!
Models. Models. Models.
Do you have a favorite model who's closet you want to raid and style you want to steal? I'm sure you do. I do. Sounds cliché, but Kendall Jenner has a casual closet that I'd love to borrow from, that is if I wore her size. When is the last time you've spotted your model idol in a pair of super stretch denim? Don't know? Well, I don't either because all I've seen them rocking is a classic pair of Levi vintage jeans and even designer jeans that are inspired by the vintage look.
A strong 100% cotton pair of jeans are the staple every girl needs in her closet.
