How To DIY 3 Extra-Cute Pairs Of Cut-Off Shorts
By Susan Williamson, Photographed by Erin Yamagata

Step 4: Rip the remainder of the line carefully. This will give a more naturally discheveled appearance, but use caution — you don't want the rip to get too out of hand. The perfect rip is controlled enough so the fabric tears in your desired direction, but looks chaotic enough to appear effortless.
Photographed by Erin Yamagata



















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