The Multiple Uses Of Jean Straps

When I was offered a pair of Jean Straps, I initially passed them over because I don't accept everything just because it's free. Later that week I was pulling boots on over skinny jeans and as I struggled to keep the jeans in place, I thought, "Oh yeah! I guess those jean straps would really come in handy right now. Maybe I should give them a try." Not only do they work well for their intended purpose, they have some bonus uses.


They're very cool as garters! The red and gold stripes are a bit masculine and go along with the military trend. Since they look so much like uniform hash marks, I paired them with hunter green over-the-knee stockings. They stay firmly in place.

  • Wet Seal beret and vest
  • Dirty Violet tank
  • Target jersey skirt
  • White tights from I forget
  • Jean Straps garters
  • Hunter green over-the-knee socks - eBay
  • 80%20 Zoey shoes


They're also great to cinch in a loose top or dress.


Vintage top, thrifted.
Can you think of any other uses?

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Filed in: Accessories by Annie Spandex.


26 Responses to “The Multiple Uses Of Jean Straps”

  1. sharon rose, on March 27th, 2010 at 3:06 am Said:

    Hi there-wow, they’re fabulous, not only do they look unique and stylish, they’re so versatile!!

  2. erica, on March 27th, 2010 at 3:35 am Said:

    ‘cool as’ – i never heard that phrase (or the more popular ‘sweet as’) used in the states, only when i came to new zealand! it’s funny as to read it here :)

    and the straps are definitely sweet as.

  3. Michelle, on March 27th, 2010 at 3:57 am Said:

    You look great! What a creative use for the clips :D

  4. Julls, on March 27th, 2010 at 5:10 am Said:

    Love them ! So…versatile !
    Mabye you can wear them as bracelets..

  5. Clare, on March 27th, 2010 at 5:51 am Said:

    They do actually look awesome! Would make good bracelets too perhaps?

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    x

  6. hannahlizabeth, on March 27th, 2010 at 8:26 am Said:

    ooh very innovative i love the way you think!

    usually i just pull socks over skinnies to get them into boots but it looks so grotty when you take the boots off!

  7. Panty Buns, on March 27th, 2010 at 9:01 am Said:

    I love garters. What innovative ideas! Those look like they would work with a micro-mini dress holding up my stockings and securing the dresses hem on a windy gusty day. What a dilemma. I do like having my panties show sometimes. Your green stockings and outfits look nice.

  8. EmilyKennedy, on March 27th, 2010 at 9:19 am Said:

    First off, I love them for their original use. Getting jeans into boots is an un-fun challenge for me, and I’d take any aid I could find.

    They might also work to hold a fly-away sweater closed.

  9. Kb, on March 27th, 2010 at 9:59 am Said:

    I did womder what else you could use the for, I have a pair myself but haven’t tried them yet. It’d be good if they came in other colour combinations, I fancy trying the knee high thing myself!

  10. Danielle, on March 27th, 2010 at 10:15 am Said:

    Holding sleeves up on long sleeve shirts or T-shirts.

  11. amber, on March 27th, 2010 at 1:18 pm Said:

    i love what you did with the straps!! So sexy and fun!

    Amber
    ambersmouthwash

  12. AsianCajuns (Cath), on March 27th, 2010 at 1:31 pm Said:

    What a great idea. I hate it when my jeans start bunching up as I pull on a pair of tall boots. I love the idea of using them as garters – you look fantastic in that outfit. I would also use them to cinch my cardigans instead of using the buttons.

  13. vint junky, on March 27th, 2010 at 2:09 pm Said:

    Now this is quite frankly AMAZING!
    Love.

    xxx

  14. Grant, on March 27th, 2010 at 11:27 pm Said:

    Hey lovely :3

    I love the ensemble that you’ve put together here – the somber pallet being brightened by the straps – the floaty skit/tank combination and the restricton of the vest/tights. LOVE!

    I need to get mysel a pair of these straps!

    Aaaand, I suppose if you had a vintage pillowcase you liked and straps in an appropriate colour – you could make yourself a camisole? Cut the end of the case so it’s a tube and then use the straps as shoulder straps?

    Xx

  15. Style Eyes Fashion Blog, on March 28th, 2010 at 12:56 am Said:

    I am usually completely turned off by something so obviously practical but I love your creative thinking. How about using them to attach a crop to your jeans, not sure if it would have any function or just look good.

  16. Annie Spandex, on March 28th, 2010 at 2:43 am Said:

    erica – Your comment had me scratching my head for a moment before I understood it. Lol… I meant the straps work well as garters, not that they’re “cool as” (adjective) garters. But hey, that still communicates my point so it’s not wrong. :)

    Julls &
    Clare – Bracelets! Great idea!

    hannahlizabeth – Actually, that is pretty freakin genius. I love the way you think!

    Panty Buns – Thanks! Your comment made me smile. My blog attracts a number of fetishists and it’s all good. As long as no one is harmed I say there’s nothing wrong with a little deviancy. ;)

    EmilyKennedy – That’s a good idea!

    Kb – You should totally try it!

    Danielle – That’s brilliant!! I’m going to do that.

    Grant – That’s so creative! I love it.

    Style Eyes – What do you mean by attaching a crop? I’m intrigued!

    EVERYONE – Thanks, babes! xox Great ideas!

  17. Amy, on March 28th, 2010 at 6:27 am Said:

    Oh my gawd I need some of those, they’re amazing! You could almost use them as cardigan clips too, and maybe pin a sparkly brooch at each end to hide the bobbly bit! Xxx

  18. Nita-Karoliina, on March 28th, 2010 at 7:27 am Said:

    Love the look!
    xx

  19. Annie Spandex, on March 28th, 2010 at 9:12 am Said:

    Amy – Oh man, military pins would be perfect to use as the brooches!!

    Nita-Karolina – Thanks! xx

  20. Dollface, on March 28th, 2010 at 10:50 pm Said:

    Wow, these are really great ways of using the jean straps!! I definitely could use a pair myself, since I love wearing boots.

  21. All Women Stalker, on March 29th, 2010 at 7:43 pm Said:

    Aha! The last way is very very important. How cool :)

  22. Dean Hanzel, on March 30th, 2010 at 7:30 am Said:

    I love your blog! It’s a FAB.

  23. Winnie, on March 30th, 2010 at 4:26 pm Said:

    Oh great top! I love the DIY. The jean straps look cool too.

  24. Annie Spandex, on March 31st, 2010 at 1:26 am Said:

    Thanks, everyone! xox

  25. chloe, on April 5th, 2010 at 7:18 am Said:

    woo, what a cool find! they look awesome as garters! im on a mission to find some over-the-knee socks but im wondering if im too old for them? hm…

  26. Joy D., on April 6th, 2010 at 8:07 am Said:

    I got those in a gift bag not too long ago. I haven’t used them yet but I am glad that you decided to play with its uses. A must try when I get home!

    JD
    iplayfaves.blogspot.com

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