Ripped Jeans
Buying jeans with holes might sound contradictory. After all, denim is made to last, not to fall apart. Yet that's exactly the appeal of ripped jeans: they look as though they've already spent a few years with you, right from day one.
In our selection of men's ripped jeans, you'll find distressed denim in different fits, from Slim and Relaxed to Loose, Baggy and Flared. Here's what makes ripped jeans special and how to wear them in a way that looks intentional.
Are ripped jeans still in style?
Yes, but not quite as they were ten years ago. Since the late 1970s, ripped jeans have symbolised rebellion, first in punk and later in 1990s grunge. Today, they've evolved into a deliberate yet laid-back style. The current look favours wider silhouettes and carefully placed distressed details. Subtle tears often feel more modern than oversized holes, and 90s-inspired loose fits have become a streetwear staple.
Which jeans are out of style?
Extremely tight skinny jeans with lots of large holes, a hallmark of the early 2010s, are less in demand. Artificial-looking worn effects without a clear idea behind them have also lost their appeal. These days, ripped jeans tend to look best in straight or wide cuts with a few well-placed tears.
Our ripped jeans: styles and fits
With our jeans, the model name tells you the fit, and that's true of our ripped styles too:
- Glenn: Our Slim Fit, close through the leg – a modern take on classic distressed jeans.
- Chris: Relaxed Fit with a little more room around the thighs.
- Eddie: Our Loose Fit, roomy at the hips and legs, ideal for a 90s look.
- Alex: Baggy Fit for the ultimate streetwear silhouette.
- Toby: Our flared jeans with a wider hem, made for fans of 70s style.
- R.D.D.: Our premium Royal Denim Division line, available in Relaxed and Loose Fit ripped styles.
The quickest way to find your ideal waist size and leg length is our Jeans Fit Guide.
How to style ripped jeans
A simple top balances out statement ripped denim. For relaxed everyday outfits, a white T-shirt and trainers always work. A checked shirt and boots give the look a grunge-inspired autumn feel. And if you like an unexpected contrast, wear ripped jeans with a structured blazer or leather jacket for a look that's clean and urban at once.
How to care for your ripped jeans
Ripped denim needs a little more attention than regular jeans:
- Wash them less often to protect the denim and its fibres.
- Always turn them inside out and ideally use a laundry bag.
- Wash cold or at a low temperature and avoid the tumble dryer.
- Skip fabric softener, which can affect stretch fibres.
- Don't pull at the rips when putting them on. If the edges fray too much, reinforce them from the inside with iron-on interfacing.
Looking for jeans without rips?
Found your favourite fit but don't want the holes? Explore our jeans collection. You'll find the same silhouettes in clean washes, from fitted Slim Fit and Baggy Fit to Wide Fit jeans. The cut stays the same; the rips are optional.
