This Shrink-to-Fit Calculator Will Change the Way You Buy Jeans Forever

Did you know the way you care for your jeans should determine the size you need? Let us explain: A pair of raw-denim jeans typically shrinks 7% to 10% after the first wash and continues to conform to the wearer’s body after every wash and wear. That’s why it’s crucial to keep shrinkage in mind when buying a pair of raw denim jeans. According to the Levi’s 501 shrink-to-fit calculator, there are three main care methods (including how to shrink your jeans at home) that determine the size you should purchase. Thankfully, the brand’s denim experts created a handy guide to reference when searching for your perfect fit. Scroll through to learn more tips on how to determine your true denim size and how to shrink your jeans. 

The method: Just wear the jeans as you normally would—no washing necessary. If you want them to smell fresh without putting them in the wash, opt for airing them out or freezing them. What to calculate: Buy one size smaller in the waist and a true length. The result: Your jeans will stretch to the right size after a few wears, leaving you with a perfectly worn-in look.
The method: Soak your jeans in a warm tub for at least 30 minutes, and then move around in them as the jeans dry to your body for a snug fit. What to calculate: Buy your true waist size and two sizes bigger in length. The result: A super-snug fit.
The method: Machine-wash your jeans inside out at 86°F, and hang to dry. What to calculate: Buy two sizes bigger in the waist and length. The result: The ability to wear and wash at your convenience without the risk of over-shrinking. Shop our favorite raw and selvedge denim picks below.
This post was originally published at an earlier date and has since been updated. 

The One Easy Outfit You Can Wear Regardless of the Season

With the change of seasons comes the excitement of changing up your wardrobe. Whether you’re exploring new trends or finding fresh ways to wear your favorite staples, the start of a new season is always fun fashion-wise. However, there are a few combinations we can’t get enough of and bring back month after month. One of the big ones? Dresses and sneakers. No matter the temperature outside, it’s a combination that simply works, whether you go with a pared-back variation or something a bit more OTT. And to prove just that, we’ve rounded up 15 dress-and-sneaker outfits that are perfect for fall (and beyond).

Can’t stop, won’t stop wearing this casual-cool ensemble.

The Sweater Trend That Goes With Every Major Fall Trend

If there’s one thing we can say about fall dressing, it’s that you can never have too many sweaters. We’ve already given you the ultimate guide to must-have sweaters for the season, as well as discussed why you need a bright ’80s-inspired color-block knit in your closet stat, but if there’s one graphic style you should always have on hand, it’s striped sweaters. From the French girl–adored Breton stripe to sweaters that channel the rainbow, this classic pattern will give any outfit an extra dimension of visual interest—plus it’ll never get old. And no matter which trends you embrace this fall, a striped sweater is sure to pair perfectly with it. Trust us; this is a classic staple you’ll be wearing for years. Now get ready to shop, because you’ve earned these stripes.

Can’t go wrong with this.
J.Crew has mastered the striped sweater.
Wear this with a pair of high-waist jeans.
You’ll get so many compliments on this.
Style this with a cool skirt for the office.
You’ll want to wear this in any season.
Add some color to your fall outfits.
We’re loving this pattern.
This will go with everything.
We love this color scheme for the fall.
This is such a classic.
You’ll love throwing this on.
Vertical stripes are so unexpected—especially when they’re scalloped.
Wear this on a night out.
How sweet are these colors?
The ’70s color palette is everything.
Wear this into the winter.
This will look so good with a pair of classic jeans.

Need more? Find out which sweater It girls can’t stop wearing.

The Cher Horowitz–Approved Fall Trend ’90s Girls Will Love

To say we have an obsession with Cher Horowitz and her sense of style would be a major understatement. Between her Alaia coat and her iconic plaid matching set, the girl knew how to own it, which is exactly why we’re taking cues from her wardrobe and stocking up on plaid skirts. The fashion-forward teen may have worn her bold tartan miniskirts over two decades ago, but time has proven that this trend still holds up, and it’s gotten better than ever. Sport an HR-approved pencil or midi skirt version for work to channel those “down to business” vibes. Then once Friday hits, pull on a timeless mini with a turtleneck for a fun, stylish fall outfit that’ll never disappoint. Ahead, we’ve pulled together the coolest plaid skirts that’ll give any of your ensembles a touch of the ’90s. Shop them all below!

This is perfect for all your fall occasions.
Wear this to the office.
Wear this for a grunge-inspired outfit.
This skirt is so cool.
We love the color of this skirt.
Leave it to Tibi to make the coolest workwear pieces.
How good is this?
You can’t go wrong with this pencil skirt.
 Wear this with a chic blouse or a T-shirt.
Rejina Pyo always makes the coolest pieces.
This is a classic.
Wear this all fall.
Wear this to the office.
Everyone loves a good red plaid.
We’re here for all these ’70s vibes.
This will look so good with your sweaters.
This will go with literally everything.
Wear this every day.

Next up, check out the chicest ways to wear plaid this fall.

The Prettiest Clutches to Wear to All Your Holiday Parties

We know what you’re thinking: Isn’t it a little early to start planning for the holiday season? While it feels like just yesterday we were eagerly waiting for fall to arrive, blink one too many times and you might just miss the magic that comes with the change of the seasons. The weeks seem to be passing faster than we think, which means we’ll want as much as time as possible to plan what we’re wearing for this year’s fêtes—including party clutches.

Don’t get us wrong, we love head-turning cocktail dresses and sleek pantsuits, but it’s often the accessories that bring an ensemble together, and these eye-catching clutches are no exception. From classic silhouettes to bold embellishments, these bags will not only complement anything you’re planning to wear this season, but they’re also worth a celebration of their own. Ready to shop? We gathered the coolest clutches to take to any of your parties this season. Check them out below!

This is just sopretty.
This will look good with whatever you wear.
Simple and chic.
You’ll love holding this all night.
We can’t say no to velvet for the holidays.
How cute is this?
This It-girl favorite just got an update for the holidays.
We love this color.
Worthy of so many compliments.
Because party clutches should be fun.
Classic.
Staud always has such fun handbags.
Just yes.
Perfect for the holiday party circuit.
Wear this to all your parties.
Carry this in any season.
So good.

As long as you’re holding one of these, everyone will know that you’re ready to party.

High-res data offer most detailed look yet at trawl fishing footprint around the world

A new analysis that uses high-resolution data for 24 ocean regions in Africa, Europe, North and South America and Australasia shows that 14 percent of the overall seafloor shallower than 1,000 meters (3,280 feet) is trawled. The analysis shows that the footprint of bottom-trawl fishing on continental shelves and slopes across the world’s oceans often has been substantially overestimated.