Try the Trend | Mom Jeans

Ahh yes…2015. The year that is finally going to retire the skinny jean! Don’t get me wrong. I love a great fitting pair of skinnies as much as any semi-trendy lady out there, it’s just that the skin-tight pant has really been played out. Besides…there are so many other great styles of jeans out there.

Take, for example, the mom jean. Now before you freak out, let’s discuss the pros of this notorious cut. For one, mom jeans can be flattering to some body types. My pair here is a little big – which is why it looks a little wonky in the crotch – but they don’t look terrible. Plus, because of their high-waist, mom jeans can make your legs appear longer! Besides that, they are truly comfortable. Definitely easier to play around and run errands with the kids that their tight counter part.

Mom jeans do have their downsides though. They can look really sloppy really fast. I had to tuck in this sweater to show off the waist, otherwise I would have looked like one big blob. Another thing to keep in mind is the hem. Some sort of cuffing needs to be included. These jeans should not touch your shoes. And speaking of shoes, steer clear of anything that looks too heavy. Instead, stick with a pointy toe or other feminine shoe.

Still think I’m a little crazy for revisiting this trend from the past? Take a look at this article from Who What Wear highlighting the end of an era. Or click here, here, or here to see other ways to wear mom jeans.

So…what do you think? Is the mom jean something that you could see yourself wearing in 2015??

sweater, jeans – thrifted // heels – Nine West

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