Buying ripped jeans can be difficult because the right amount of distressing is a **cut above** the rest. Some pairs have tasteful tears, while others look like they lost a fight with a lawn mower. Finding the right fit, wash, rise, and hole placement can turn a quick shopping trip into a **hole** lot of work. Prices also vary widely, from thrift-store bargains to premium denim that may leave your wallet feeling **worn out**. Fortunately, Grand Rapids has plenty of places where you can find jeans that fit the bill without leaving you in a **stitch**.
Prices below are approximate averages for ripped or distressed jeans and may change with sales, season, brand, and inventory.
- **Nordstrom Rack**
- **Urban Outfitters**
- **American Eagle**
- **Hollister**
- **H&M**
- **Old Navy**
- **Target**
- **Plato’s Closet**
- **Uptown Cheapskate**
- **Goodwill Industries of Greater Grand Rapids**
Nordstrom Rack is a good place to hunt for designer and name-brand distressed denim at reduced prices. Its selection can be a real **rack star**, especially during clearance events. **Average price:** about **$45**. [Visit Nordstrom Rack](https://www.nordstromrack.com/)
Urban Outfitters often carries fashion-forward jeans with dramatic knees, vintage washes, and carefully placed distressing. If you want denim with a little extra **street cred**, this is a solid stop. **Average price:** about **$79**. [Visit Urban Outfitters](https://www.urbanoutfitters.com/)
American Eagle is known for a broad range of fits, including slim, straight, relaxed, and curvy styles. Its jeans can help you **soar** into a comfortable fit without causing wallet turbulence. **Average price:** about **$55**. [Visit American Eagle](https://www.ae.com/us/en)
Hollister regularly stocks casual distressed jeans in medium, dark, and light washes. The store is a good choice if you want a laid-back look that is **shore** to make waves. **Average price:** about **$55**. [Visit Hollister](https://www.hollisterco.com/shop/us)
H&M offers budget-friendly trend pieces, including ripped skinny, straight-leg, and relaxed jeans. It is a handy place to find a **hole** new look without creating a hole in your budget. **Average price:** about **$35**. [Visit H&M](https://www2.hm.com/en_us/index.html)
Old Navy is worth checking for affordable distressed denim in many sizes and fits. Frequent promotions can make these jeans a real **oldie but goodie**, especially when sale prices stack up. **Average price:** about **$35**. [Visit Old Navy](https://oldnavy.gap.com/)
Grand Rapids Target stores often carry distressed jeans from brands such as Universal Thread, Wild Fable, and Levi’s. Target can help you **hit the mark** on price while you pick up everything else on your shopping list. **Average price:** about **$30**. [Visit Target](https://www.target.com/)
Plato’s Closet buys and sells gently used contemporary clothing, so its inventory changes frequently. You may need to **seam** what happens to be in stock, but the lower prices make the search worthwhile. **Average price:** about **$25**. [Visit Plato’s Closet in Grand Rapids](https://platoscloset.com/locations/grand-rapids-mi/)
Uptown Cheapskate is another resale option for finding current brands at secondhand prices. Its racks can offer a **waist** of money compared with buying new, particularly if you find a premium pair. **Average price:** about **$28**. [Visit Uptown Cheapskate in Grand Rapids](https://uptowncheapskate.com/locations/grand-rapids-mi/)
Goodwill stores are ideal for shoppers willing to dig through the denim racks for hidden gems. The selection can be a little **frayed around the edges**, but prices are often among the lowest in town. **Average price:** about **$12**. [Visit Goodwill Industries of Greater Grand Rapids](https://goodwillgr.org/)
Whether you prefer designer distressing or a thrifted pair with plenty of character, Grand Rapids has jeans for nearly every budget and style. Check measurements carefully, inspect rips for loose stitching, and try on several fits before committing—because the best pair should have the right **tear** and wear.