Off the Cuff: 6 Cool-Girl Ways to Cuff Your Jeans
You know the key to being a street style ace: an ample supply of cool-girl denim. From true blues and playful prints to skinnies and relaxed boyfriend fits, there is a silhouette for every occasion. But it's time to turn your attention to styling.
If you're like me, you strive to revamp the classic with a colorful blazer, statement sandals, or a bevy of baubles to ensure your day-to-day styles are anything but basic — but there is an even easier trick to breathe new life into your denim, and it takes less than a minute.
If you think there is only one way to roll up your dungarees, you're in for a treat. Below, we've fashioned and illustrated six quick-and-easy ways to cuff your denim. Up for the challenge? Then grab your selvedge, and let's get down to business.
The Superskinny Cuff
A superskinny cuff works best with streamlined silhouettes, like the Levi's 501 Skinny Jean ($98).
![Step 1](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/Y1XYnKIzk78_NsOR-BKxyATSgDI=/fit-in/792x440/top/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2014/07/11/749/n/1922564/f27e37f12ed5c9c5_T1.jpg)
Step 1
Fold the jeans to create a half-inch cuff.
![Step 2](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/GckDl8Tzu0T1ocCr-H4WWMlpwmI=/fit-in/792x440/top/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2014/07/11/749/n/1922564/8cd864378232e658_T2.jpg)
Step 2
Fold again to create a doubled half-inch cuff.
![Finished Look](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/UNuDJBTWW5rAkJ227kjZr1v4GYo=/fit-in/792x440/top/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2014/07/11/749/n/1922564/d50c096640780f5b_T3.jpg)
Finished Look
Smooth out the cuff to create a sturdy, symmetrical look.
The Wide Cuff
A thick cuff works best with wide-leg denim, like these R13 The Jane Jeans ($198, originally $595).
![Step 1](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/_gPJK8LoZ-jMXTolqRMUOIwW5cY=/fit-in/792x440/top/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2014/07/11/764/n/1922564/b67a691b1e90ee04_T5.jpg)
Step 1
Fold the jeans to create a two-inch cuff.
![Step 2](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/xxEzculijZUpBe4vw0WLrqBkbng=/fit-in/792x440/top/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2014/07/11/764/n/1922564/d1a6809d452ecde8_T7.jpg)
Step 2
Fold again to create a doubled two-inch cuff. Repeat this step on the other leg.
![Finished Look](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/Djy7bhhY0yb8DQadQXikjkUXFXg=/fit-in/792x440/top/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2014/07/11/764/n/1922564/983921ade52bc99c_T8.jpg)
Finished Look
Smooth out the cuff to create a sturdy, symmetrical look.
![The Roll-It-Up Cuff](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/8ev4j6dJuigJsr8vMJ_xHf9pnTA=/fit-in/792x792/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2014/07/08/011/n/1922564/27d9628847af5cfb_MSDgetty.jpg)
The Roll-It-Up Cuff
The roll-it-up cuff works best with boyfriend jeans, like this Current/Elliott pair ($109, originally $218).
![Step 1](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/d0KF-FfrpaIrTHCXZ3-l0vceBEE=/fit-in/792x440/top/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2014/07/11/816/n/1922564/567fa039c5054377_T22.jpg)
Step 1
Gently fold the jeans to create a one-inch cuff.
![Step 2](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/6nf9pmAvbFfA4wxePSknMtyYNTQ=/fit-in/792x440/top/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2014/07/11/816/n/1922564/2155b21039418fe5_T23.jpg)
Step 2
Roll again to create a doubled one-inch cuff. There is no need to firmly establish a crease, as this look is more of a barrel roll.
![Finished Look](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/zL1rPw0w62R9Xh5D8_CgPH2UAwM=/fit-in/792x440/top/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2014/07/11/816/n/1922564/a162178f8bfda70c_T24.jpg)
Finished Look
Lightly pull the roll away from the denim to create a more cylindric style.
The Under Cuff
The under cuff works best on denim with 3 percent or more lycra in order to keep the fold's shape. We recommend this style from Paige ($189).
![Step 1](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/MET8SjVBZ4U0AezsgjFTnZjfP0o=/fit-in/792x440/top/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2014/07/11/764/n/1922564/1a91139475d28556_T9.jpg)
Step 1
Fold the jeans one to three inches, depending on how short you want your denim to be.
![Step 2](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/6-Xr9zidywBFSmYW0AkzBtL7tis=/fit-in/792x440/top/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2014/07/11/764/n/1922564/b40ee3c77c0f0a59_T10.jpg)
Step 2
Lightly press on the seam of the fold to create a firm crease.
![Step 3](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/5XMy9VjuDvEqJiostMZBzVvsRuI=/fit-in/792x440/top/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2014/07/11/764/n/1922564/d51b10a857c8eb79_T11.jpg)
Step 3
Flip the cuff inside out.
![Finished Look](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/swUdrJftUjGXUEQas303s9JlfHQ=/fit-in/792x440/top/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2014/07/11/764/n/1922564/ad367be8959fcc5e_T12.jpg)
Finished Look
Lightly press the seam to secure.
![The Half-Tuck Cuff](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/LJ0EjS0BxbjNt1AVot79UzoVCow=/fit-in/792x792/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2014/07/08/030/n/1922564/6bc2434609473a08_Getty.jpg)
The Half-Tuck Cuff
The half-tuck can be done with skinny or boyfriend jeans; just make sure they aren't ankle length. We like this dark wash pair by Madewell ($128).
![Step 1](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/gpkjEmLtE9lNk1xUNVz8yWQYquQ=/fit-in/792x440/top/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2014/07/11/764/n/1922564/909eba47c09bc785_T13.jpg)
Step 1
Fold the jeans to create a one-and-a-half-inch cuff.
![Step 2](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/Rm1tvw9cbFbgLzwWB6iTTokO_7o=/fit-in/792x440/top/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2014/07/11/764/n/1922564/8a533a6011b165da_T15.jpg)
Step 2
Fold half the cuff — we chose the right side — to create a doubled one-and-a-half-inch cuff.
![Step 3](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/WdNSAzXDgnox16xr-ZZAHsMVj6Q=/fit-in/792x440/top/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2014/07/11/764/n/1922564/5f2d10db765ea4b7_T16.jpg)
Step 3
The left side of the cuff will remain a single one-and-a-half-inch fold.
![Finished Look](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/_B_fbd16zO95Bw9iOSTntZrjtF4=/fit-in/792x440/top/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2014/07/11/764/n/1922564/21b7ffaa4cf00dd9_T17.jpg)
Finished Look
Repeat step three on the other leg. Adjust folds as desired.
The Off-Duty Cuff
The off-duty or slouchy cuff works best with boyfriend jeans composed of 98 percent or more cotton, like this Topshop pair ($90).
![Step 1](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/IBWSLBeAX2NN3poU3kkkn3B9A1Y=/fit-in/792x440/top/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2014/07/11/798/n/1922564/8cd54181e3ebc5f0_T21.jpg)
Step 1
Fold the jeans to create a three-and-a-half-inch cuff.
![Step 2](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/RK8b046YKUdT2pRZg0C200C_dzY=/fit-in/792x440/top/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2014/07/11/764/n/1922564/84f5fd4c1315d3e5_T18a.jpg)
Step 2
Pull the fold away from the top, toward you, to create a bunchy, textured look.
![Step 3](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/9_umw_u5jdeu669IkezwsywSWa0=/fit-in/792x440/top/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2014/07/11/799/n/1922564/b7d6ff8e5e2fefc0_T19.jpg)
Step 3
Fold the hem of the jeans down toward you.
![Finished Look](https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/files/thumbor/w0IZNAhsIB5V6lJlQaPfKD-8zXU=/fit-in/792x440/top/filters:format_auto():upscale()/2014/07/11/764/n/1922564/e4638623c5987aae_T20.jpg)
Finished Look
You have now perfected the off-duty-model look.