Adults Over 40 Are Sharing The Trends That Were All The Rage Back In The Day But Have Disappeared

“The dirtier and more scuffed and damaged the heel of the pants, the cooler you were, apparently. I’m not confused that I don’t see it anymore, as we’ve apparently now gone around to buying pants that are pre-ruined with holes in the knees and legs. I’m honestly just really confused as to why it was a trend in the first place. Was it a UK/Ireland thing only?!”

—teeldubya

“No, that was popular in the US. The way to top off your heel distressed (from actual wear and tear) jeans was with a pair of Doc Martens. I had the brown/coppery Mary Janes, and I still wear them sometimes. They’re almost 30 years old but have held up.

—heatherchristie1