Salvage That Perfect Pair Of Jeans

By drodriguez Aug 23, 2009

For many of us, the perfect pair of jeans may only come once or twice in a lifetime. You know the ones, they fit like a glove and make you feel like a million bucks every time you wear them. That’s why it’s always so difficult to toss them when they have become torn or just plain worn out. Fortunately, you may be able to keep them out of the trash a little longer.

Denim Therapy is a service that is gaining popularity among those that want to hold onto their favorite pair of jeans as long as possible. This may be especially helpful to those who spend lots of money on designer jeans and want a quick and affordable fix. Denim Therapy repairs the damaged jeans they receive from their customers and ships them back with a typical turn around of about two weeks.

The service takes care of every problem from tears to broken zippers to belt loop stitching. And they don’t just throw a patch over it. They match the color exactly before applying new cotton thread to the damaged area. According to the Denim Therapy website, the typical cost of repairing a pair of jeans is about $7 an inch which, depending on the size of the damage, can be relatively inexpensive as compared to buying a new pair.

And there’s some good news for expectant moms. You may not have to rush out and get yourself brand new maternity jeans. Denim Therapy has a new service that takes your old jeans and inserts expandable side inseams to allow for your growing baby bump. And they will even take the inseams back out and restore the jeans to their original state after the baby is born and you slim down to your original shape.

What do you think of Denim Therapy?

Do you think this is a service you would consider using on your favorite pair of jeans?

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by CurvyMeli | SCOTTSBORO, AL

Sep 03, 2009

After looking at the web site it seems like they do an amazing job of resewing the jeans as if there was never a tear to begin with!! Although I don't buy designer jeans I can see how this service would be great for a lot of people. I would probably use them to get some jeans converted for pregnancy, though, especially since they can change them back!

by joshua | jacksonville, FL

Sep 02, 2009

yes they look hande

by cubbyandmelody | Conway, AR

Sep 02, 2009

I think this is a really great idea. Jeans are the one item of clothing that I will spend a lot of money on. They are so versatile and can make or break an outfit and it is so difficult to find a pair that fit you perfectly. I think this service is a great way to make sure that you get your money's worth out of your investment.

by cenmad | South Riding, VA

Sep 01, 2009

For saving your premium denim, this is a GREAT service. I had a great pair I just threw out a couple months ago that fit perfectly and went with everything -- but it developed a hole right on my rear. I wish I'd known about this service then!

by oatmeal7 | vancouver , WA

Aug 31, 2009

This sounds like a great problem-solving idea, but in reality I don't think I would actually send in my pair of jeans. It seems like it would take a long time to repair a pair of jeans. Then again, it is hard for some people to find a great pair of jeans and could very well use this product. I guess it all depends on the customer on this one.

by pjgriff | OMAHA, NE

Aug 30, 2009

I would think that as soon as you spend money fixing some old jeans, they would go out of style, the styles seem to change every few years anymore.

by ntwrkmom | LAS VEGAS, NV

Aug 30, 2009

i am using this service!!!

by hgoncalves | MELROSE, MA

Aug 30, 2009

I usually buy my clothes on sale or clearance so it probably wouldn't be worth it for me.

by cathy825 | Hartford, CT

Aug 30, 2009

that sounds great but i just don't like the price $7 for an inch. my pocket will cry! lol

by deedee1130991 | Orange City, FL

Aug 29, 2009

I don't think i would use this, it wouldn't be worth my time either, and it is a waste of money in my opinion, i always cut them and use them for various things! lol

by dahref | Fort Worth, TX

Aug 28, 2009

It's an okay solution for some people. I wouldn't use it. It wouldn't be worth the time, troube or money to send it to them. I like what Britlkg says " cut them & make shorts or capris".

by Britlkg | Freehold, NJ

Aug 28, 2009

When I have a pair of jeans that I live in but they are frayed I have my own solution. I will cut them to either capris or shorts. Sometimes if the pants were long to begin with I cut them a little and stich a funky pattern fabric to the ends. This way I will never lose a pair of jeans with such a great fit! I don't think I would use the service though.

by sleepdeprivedmomma | Paw Paw, MI

Aug 28, 2009

If I would have known about this service during my pregnancy I would have looked into it for expanding them to fit my tummy, as the average cost of maternity jeans are through the roof in my area.

by aftertwilight102 | Wills Point, TX

Aug 28, 2009

I agree with those who say it is not worth it unless you buy really expensive jeans. I would rather just go spend another $20-30 on a new pair.

by Irasemayanezz | Tucson, AZ

Aug 27, 2009

I do think its a very good idea but i dont buy expensive jeans so that would not apply to me =). And by the way i know how to fix my own jeans, nowadays i cannot spend much money so i dont have any other options but to do it myself =D