ripped jeans

Societies proof that dressing like a hobo has finally ascending to becoming a status symbol. Popularized in the 1980s, the fashion trend revolves around wearing jeans which are ripped, frayed, bleached or excessively worn. In spite of common sense indicating otherwise, it has continued to remain popular with large segments of teenagers and young adults. Often bought for outrageous prices in excess of $100 at popular mall clothing stores such as Abercrombie & Fitch.