Clever People Who Got Their Way Without Technically Breaking Any Rules

When Work Doesn't Allow Ripped Jeans but Your Other Pair Is Washing

This girl’s mom probably couldn’t stop laughing when she snapped this picture. Her daughter came up with a clever fix for a frustrating work rule: no ripped jeans allowed. Instead of swapping them out for a different pair, she grabbed the darkest marker she could find and filled in the gaps. Honestly, her boss might not even notice the difference, so it’s a pretty solid solution

It’s possible those ripped jeans were the only pair she had in her closet that day, which makes her quick thinking even more impressive. Who hasn’t been in a pinch at work and had to get creative? This story is a great reminder that sometimes, a little ingenuity goes a long way. Plus, it’s a hilarious example of how people find ways to bend the rules without breaking them. Wouldn’t you love to see her boss’s reaction?