How To DIY Step Hem Jeans + Link Up

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Happy Friday friends!  Remember last week when I styled these step hem jeans on the blog?  Well, I'm back wearing them again, and this time I'm giving you the (super easy) tutorial of how to make them!

But first, lets talk about this look because it's one of my favorites!  If I had to choose one outfit to wear for the rest of my life, this would be it.  As much as I love adding trendy, must have, pieces to my wardrobe (hello, off-the-shoulder anything), there is nothing that I truly l love more than a classics button down shirt with a great pair of jeans.  I always like to add a little edge to my look, so if my jeans are distressed, or have an undone hem, it's even better!  Being a stay at home mom, I don't wear button downs often, because I know they're going to get dirty.  The last thing that I need is to spend thousands of dollars in dry cleaning bills.  However, when I discovered Ministry of Supply, it opened a whole new door!  The brand makes clothing that is this made for the everyday, busy woman.  All their items are machine washable (yes!) and wrinkle resistant.  I love that I can wear a high quality blouse, and not worry about hummus being thrown all over it #momlife.  I finished my look with neutral pumps, aviators, and an old Dior bag that I also DIYed into a cross body.

PS. Have you taken advantage of the Shopbop sale yet?  Today is the last day, so if there is anything you've been eyeing, make sure to get it!  You can view my top sale picks here.

How to DIY Step Hem Jeans

1. Collect the materials that your need:

-A pair of skinny or straight leg jeans. (I love this look with a straight leg, but it's all personal preference)

-Scissors

-Ruler/Measuring Tape

-Tailors Chalk (I used my kid's side walk chalk, and it worked just fine!)

2. Determine where you want the hem of your jeans to hit.  For this look, I suggest the ankle. Remember that front will be shorter, so mark (with the chalk) where you want the back hem to fall, then cut the jeans to that length.

Note: I had cut this pair of jeans to make them ankle length in the past, so this step was already done on my pair.

3. Now its time to make the step hem!  Although you can make a step hem as dramatic as you would like, I suggest a hem that is 1 1/2 inches shorter in the front than the back.  Take your measuring tape/ruler and  mark your jeans with the chalk where you want the front to fall (I did 1 1/2 inches).  I drew a line across the entire front of the jean, so I would have a guide to follow while cutting.

4. Now it's time to cut!  You're going to do it in a U shaped form.  Start by cutting up along the left seam, then cut across the front of the jean along your chalk mark.  Your going to finish by cutting down the right seam.  Repeat on the other leg.

5. Voila!  You now have step hem jeans!  The best part about this DIY is that it doesn't have to be perfect.  I like when my hem is slightly uneven and undone, and the more you wash them, the more your hem will unravel and fringe.

Shirt: c/o Ministry of Supply| Jeans: JBrand (similar pairs here and here)| Heels: old (similar pair here)| Bag: Dior| Sunnies: Quay| Necklace: Sarah Chloe| Bracelets: Vita Fede (here and here)| Cuff: Color by Amber| Earrings: Nickel & Suede| Lips: LipSense in Caramel Apple

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The feature blogger is Alison of Get Your Pretty On.  I'm loving this fall look, and how fun is her camo scarf!  Make sure to stop by her blog to say hello, and see her simple tips for changing up your look when sticking to a capsule collection.

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