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Skip navigation!ADVERTISEMENTStory from JeansHow To Keep Your Ripped Jeans From Ripping MOREUsLast Updated October 19, 2017, 7:45 PM ADVERTISEMENTSee All SlidesBegin SlideshowThis article was originally published on September 23, 2015.Ripped jeans are sort of like bedhead: There's only one minute of the day in which it looks good — and as soon as you step away from the mirror and your hair encounters a whisper of wind or a drop of humidity, it can quickly go from artfully disheveled to a straight-up mess. Same with denim: One day, your jeans' tears and rips can make you look like you're on the Vogue Paris masthead, but, inevitably, you accidentally stick a foot in a hole when you're putting them on, and it doubles in size. Or you throw your favorite distressed jeans into the wash, and you discover they now look like they had an accident with a weed whacker.So, how do you prevent your jeans' holes from growing? We've got a sneaky little trick that will preserve the size and shape of your rips, without requiring a needle, thread, or a gunky seam-freeze solvent.Begin Slideshow ADVERTISEMENTADVERTISEMENT FashionThe Best New York Fashion Week Street Style Looks (So Far)by Victoria MontaltiValentine's Day27 Unique, Non-Cheesy Valentine’s Day Gifts For HimAt Refinery29, we’re here to help you navigate this overwhelming world of stuff. All of our market picks are independently selected and curated by the edby Jinnie LeeMost WantedThe Best Weekend Sales Across Fashion, Beauty & Lifestyleby Esther NewmanMost WantedSpoil Your Favorite People With These Luxury Valentine’s Da...by Vivien LeeFashionThe 2026 Shoe Trends Dominating The MarketAll linked products are independently selected by our editors. If you purchase any of these products, we may earn a commission. The rumors are true: Fashioby Shelby Ying HydeFashionThe Best 2026 Grammy Awards Red Carpet Looksby Victoria MontaltiFashionThe Top 2026 Denim Trends Ask You to Take Up SpaceAll linked products are independently selected by our editors. If you purchase any of these products, we may earn a commission. Fashion is starting to undeby Andrea BossiFashionThe 8 Color Trends That Will Reign Supreme In 2026All linked products are independently selected by our editors. If you purchase any of these products, we may earn a commission. A new year means a new set by Shelby Ying HydeFashionStay Warm With These 2026 Winter Coat Trends — From Funnel Necks ...All linked products are independently selected by our editors. If you purchase any of these products, we may earn a commission. Winter jackets are practicaby Laura Lajiness Ka...FashionWinter Wedding Guest Outfits — Including Dresses & Jumpsuits — To...by Victoria MontaltiFashionThe 24 Best Women’s Work Pants For Smart Office Dressingby Vivien LeeFashion10 Tarnish-Free Gold Jewelry Brands To Wear (& Gift) NonstopAll linked products are independently selected by our editors. If you purchase any of these products, we may earn a commission. Tarnish-free gold jewelry sby Victoria MontaltiADVERTISEMENTADVERTISEMENT