The Shopping Bag: Updating your denim this fall

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This fall season is about updating a classic - the jean. Ripped or not, it's always something to add to your wardrobe.

Denim is here to stay and regardless of what’s going on in fashion, denim is changed, ripped, dyed and restyled to survive the fast pace of trends.

The silhouettes of denim have changed over the years. Remember bell bottoms?

But denim still takes inspiration from the past; skinny and ultra highrise jeans have all been re-adapted with added stretch to accommodate our current tastes. It is a staple in every wardrobe and everyone has owned a pair of jeans at one point, and sometimes they need an update.

Putting your own rips in jeans is now back in style, in fact the more distressed the better. Rolled up jeans to wear with boots or heels are styles that have been made popular by fashion bloggers and the users of Pinterest and Instagram.

Denim is one of those pieces in your wardrobe that is really casual but can look fabulous, even dressy, when styled correctly.

This outfit explores how denim can be dressy and casual at the same time while keeping the outfit balanced.

Ripped denim is a great start and the key to picking a great pair of jeans is the fit. Not just how much spandex is in it is important but where it sits on your body. If it is not sitting right, the band could make it uncomfortable for you when sitting down and moving around. Pick a rise that is comfortable for you, for layering purposes, low rise works great because then you can tuck shirts under or wear them over comfortably, but you choose.

A plain fitted tank top always works great if you’re planning to accessorize and have your pieces be the main focus. Then a red flannel shirt adds even more character to the outfit.

To take the outfit from hipster to fashion blogger on Pinterest, roll up your denim slightly and pair with a thick heeled ankle boot.

Details on the boots work well and they keep the outfit looking fresh, though all these pieces have been around forever.

Of course accessories are a great addition in keep the whole outfit interesting. A thick gold solid-looking chain and a body chain are some small updates you can add. These are some ideas on out to update things that you may already have in your closet.

Fashion and beauty have always gone hand in hand, but now more than ever. With makeup gurus all over YouTube, Instragram and social media, it is that much easier to learn how to recreate your desired looks.

To dress up this denim look and keep it fresh, a strong cat eye and bold red lipstick makes a statement. Bayalage ombre is the subtle sister of traditional ombre. It updates this the classic makeup look and against the red flannel it looks amazing. It plays up the casual-get-dressy aspect of the ripped jeans.

Mix and match inspired by fashion and beauty bloggers have kept denim looking fresh, trendy and desirable every season.