Jorts

Cutting the legs off a pair of jeans isn’t really a DIY, but I did do it myself. I don’t think I’ve “made” a pair of jean shorts since high school. This pair is ridiculously comfortable. I may have worn and slept in them a few times before these photos were taken.


Tee, H&M. Jorts, Levi’s (thrifted and hacked). Sandals, Aerosoles. Bag, Charming Charlie. Earrings, Monica D. Spiked cuff, thrifted. Silver cuff, G Chilton.

Cut-off denim seems to be trending this summer. My favorite style has a mid-length* inseam with the frayed edges turned up. I’m really not a fan of the cut-offs that resemble denim underpants.


Photos by Beefy Muchacho

I recently saw another fun version of cut-offs: 4-inch-ish inseam, no hem, no turn up, and vents cut into the sides. I may have to hack up another pair of thrifted jeans.

Are you a jorts DIY-er? How do you cut the perfect denim shorts?

*My definition of “mid-length” is 5 inches.