What You Need To Know To Acid-Wash Your Jeans

The acid wash craze started in the 1980s, according to Nostalgia Central. This treatment is similar to tie-dye. But, instead of adding color, you're bleaching it away. The clothing company Guess first emerged with stone-washed jeans, which were physically distressed to bring out lighter tones. Then came chemical distressing, aka acid wash.

This look isn't limited to jeans, either. Any denim material can get this classic upgrade, including jackets, shirts, and even bags. If you aren't fully committed to the idea, try acid-washing patches of denim. Then you can pin or sew the bleached patches onto bags or jackets for a trendy vintage vibe. 

To get started, let's save some denim from the landfill by discussing what you should know before acid-washing a pair of jeans.

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