Softening A Denim Skirt?

This guide provides tips and DIY solutions for making jeans softer, including using white vinegar as a natural softener and washing them in cold water to prevent color fading and shrinkage. Soaking denim in fabric softener can help break down rigidness, and a solution can be made by combining eight cups of hot tap water with one cup of standard white household vinegar.

Additionally, sandpaper, tennis shoes, and a 1/2 hour soak in a solution of 4 parts water, 1 part white vinegar, and 1 part epsom salts can help set the color in denim. Pre-washing denim fabric is also an effective way to soften it, starting with cold water and a small amount of mild detergent. To soften hard denim jeans, soak them in vinegar, shampoo, or fabric softener, and rinse thoroughly.

To ensure the best results, run the skirt through the warmest possible wash without soap, and if suds are present in the water, it’s likely that you haven’t added soap to the water. This will help prevent color fading and shrinkage.