In wearing ripped jeans, there’s a fine line between looking relaxed and casual and looking like you just got mauled by a bear. These 16 overly holey jeans just crossed that line.
Scroll through for celebrities wearing jeans where the destroying, ripping, and shredding went overboard.
1. Kourtney Kardashian’s Good American Jeans Barely Hanging On
The Kardashian sisters have worn their fair share of ripped jeans, but Kourtney’s pair was so shredded that it was basically denim shorts in disguise.
She styled her Good American ‘Good Cuts’ jeans with Vans “Old Skool” sneakers in black and white.
Kourtney Kardashian in distressed jeans and a black turtleneck paired with Vans ‘Old Skool’ sneakers while out for lunch on December 13, 2016, in Hollywood (Credit: WENN)
2. Khloé Kardashian’s Completely Shredded Jeans Bare It All at LAX
Not to be outdone, Khloé Kardashian showed up at LAX wearing destroyed jeans with suede pointy-toe ‘Paris’ pumps from Saint Laurent.
Khloé Kardashian turns heads at LAX in ultra-shredded jeans paired with classic nude Saint Laurent ‘Paris’ pumps, blending edgy streetwear with polished glamour on May 14, 2014
3. Kendall Jenner’s Gaping-Thigh Ripped Jeans Push the Limit
Clearly, no one wears ripped jeans with more confidence—or frequency—than the Kardashian-Jenner sisters.
Kendall Jenner flaunts Topshop Moto boyfriend jeans with daring thigh slashes, finishing the edgy look with sleek black ankle boots at the Last Kings store opening in L.A. on February 20, 2014
4. Miley Cyrus Goes Wild West Glam in Sequined Ripped Denim
It seemed like Miley Cyrus had returned to her country roots. Her MTV Unplugged concert was strictly Western-themed—complete with a giant wagon wheel, a hoedown, a pantomime horse, twangy singing, and plenty of denim.
Miley Cyrus has not been able to give up her raunchy and racy attention-getting ways (Credit: MTV Unplugged)
Miley may have leaned into her Nashville roots for the evening, but true to form, she didn’t hold back on the provocative flair.
Her MTV Unplugged performance featured skin-baring outfits and a sparkling pair of white Western boots that added a glam twist to the country theme.
A look from the Ashish spring 2014 runway worn by Miley Cyrus for her “MTV Unplugged” concert with Madonna, filmed at Sunset Gower Studios in Los Angeles, California, and aired on January 29, 2014
5. Ashish Spring 2014’s Sparkling Take on Torn-Up Jeans
The Ashish Spring 2014 collection was the primordial fashion soup of the sequined ripped denim outfits favored by the likes of Miley Cyrus.
Looks with ripped jeans in the Ashish Spring 2014 fashion presentation held during London Fashion Week in London, England, on September 14, 2013
6. Bella Thorne’s White Jeans with Holes Galore
There wasn’t much left of her extremely ripped white jeans when Bella Thorne visited Sugar Factory Ocean Drive in Miami.
Bella Thorne wears white distressed jeans with big holes at Sugar Factory as she launches Thorne by Bella at Sugar Factory Ocean Drive on March 13, 2019, in Miami Beach, Florida
7. Cassie’s Ripped-to-Bits Jeans Look Like a Snack Attack
It’s actually very appropriate that Cassie wore these ripped jeans that look like they were chomped on to an event where she was set to hand out ice cream sandwiches.
Cassie Ventura steps out in wildly distressed skinny jeans and studded high-top sneakers in Manhattan on April 23, 2012
8. Jessie J’s Stage-Ready Ripped Jeans Leave Nothing to the Imagination
If Jessie J wanted a stage outfit that she could freely move around in, she got it in these extremely ripped jeans.
Jessie J takes the stage at the 2012 Isle of Wight Festival in extreme ripped jeans that verge on denim chaps, paired with bold black platform boots for a rebellious edge (Credit: @cjlockers’ and @ellisfoley’s Instagram)
9. Rita Ora’s Beyond-Repair Ripped Jeans Refuse to Die
Was Rita Ora feeling hot or cold in her furry sweater and ripped jeans outfit? We may never know!
Rita Ora makes a bold entrance at Global Radio in London on March 28, 2014, wearing ultra-distressed jeans and cheeky “Talk” and “Walk” Sophia Webster sandals that steal the show
10. Eliza Doolittle’s Overworn Jeans Are Hanging by a Thread
To be fair to Eliza Doolittle, she has had these jeans for quite some time now, and the holes just got bigger and bigger.
Eliza Doolittle heads to BBC Radio One in London on September 16, 2013, rocking heavily ripped jeans and strappy slide sandals for a relaxed yet rebellious street style moment
11. Eliza Doolittle Rocks Sharp-Edged Square-Cut Knee Jeans
It’s Eliza Doolittle again, and this time, she didn’t even bother making the rips in the square cutouts at the knees of her jeans look natural.
Eliza Doolittle steps out in edgy black jeans with bold square knee cutouts and classic white Converse sneakers at the digital Argos store launch in London on July 27, 2014
12. Tamera Foster’s Black Ripped Jeans Are Buzz-Worthy at the Knees
It’s like Tamera Foster’s left knee busted out of her tight, black skinny jeans with big holes.
Tamera Foster wearing jeans with big holes at the Now & Solait VIP Beach Party at Kanaloa in London, England, on June 17, 2014
13. Taylor Momsen’s Shredded Jeans Foreshadow Her Punk Era
Taylor Momsen’s not goth-punk yet here, but you could already see the beginnings of it in her heavy eyeliner and shredded jeans.
Taylor Momsen wears shredded jeans at Z-100’s Zootopia 2009 concert at the Izod Center in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on May 16, 2009
14. Erin Wasson’s Wolverine-Slashed Gray Jeans at Burberry Bash
These jeans may or may not have been slashed by Wolverine.
Erin Wasson channels rocker chic in knee-to-thigh slashed black jeans and lace-up platform boots at the Burberry Beverly Hills store re-opening on October 20, 2008
15. Hilary Duff’s Patchy Jeans and Holey Sweater Combo
At least Hilary had the sense to pair it with an equally holey sweater.
Hilary Duff keeps it casual-chic at a Los Angeles park on November 23, 2014, wearing oversized ripped jeans and tan suede ankle boots while spending time with son Luca
16. Gigi Hadid’s Couture-Ready Take on Overly Distressed Denim
Gigi Hadid mixes and matches to new levels by pairing super-ripped One Teaspoon jeans with a prim blouse, a tailored coat, and stiletto heels.
Gigi Hadid pairs wildly distressed One Teaspoon jeans with sleek gray stilettos and a structured white coat for a daring high-low look at Chanel’s Spring/Summer 2016 haute couture show in Paris on January 26, 2016
Celebrity Style: Embracing Ripped and Shredded Jeans
Ripped and shredded jeans have become a staple in celebrity fashion, offering a blend of edginess and casual flair. Explore how various stars have styled this trend:
Jessica Alba’s Chic Take on Shredded Skinny Jeans
- Event: Valentine’s Day Outing
- Outfit: Jessica Alba paired black shredded skinny jeans with a crisp white blouse and a tailored blazer.
- Footwear: She completed the look with minimalist flats, balancing comfort and style.
- Read more: Jessica Alba’s edgy Valentine’s Day look with shredded jeans
Hilary Duff’s Casual Ensemble with Shredded Boyfriend Jeans
- Event: Sunday Morning at Coldwater Park
- Outfit: Hilary Duff sported shredded boyfriend jeans by Rag & Bone/JEAN, paired with a mesh-inset crew-neck sweater.
- Footwear: She opted for brown “Dicker” booties by Isabel Marant to complete her relaxed look.
- See more: Hilary Duff’s casual style in shredded boyfriend jeans and boots
Victoria Justice’s Bold Statement with Ripped Jeans
- Event: 22nd Annual Refinery29 29Rooms
- Outfit: Victoria Justice turned heads in ripped jeans paired with a one-shoulder top and statement accessories.
- Footwear: She chose black leatherette peep-toe mules to add an edgy touch.
- Discover more: Victoria Justice’s daring look at Refinery29 29Rooms
Heidi Klum’s Family Day Out in Ripped Denim
- Event: Movie Outing at Westfield Century City
- Outfit: Heidi Klum wore ripped denims from Joe’s Jeans, complemented by a graphic-print top and oversized sunglasses.
- Footwear: She opted for comfortable Birkenstock sandals for the family outing.
- Explore her style: Heidi Klum’s casual chic look in ripped jeans
These celebrity ensembles highlight the versatility and enduring appeal of ripped and shredded jeans in modern fashion.