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Founded in 2010 by premium-denim industry pros Lela Becker and Tim Kaeding, MOTHER specializes in collections that present a juxtaposition of hard and soft. The brand evokes teenage rebellion, unconditional love and hilarious insult all at the same time (the company's name is a play on the duality of the word "mother," which can be nurturing or a cuss).
Love, love the fit of Mother jeans. These make me look slim, but still very comfortable . I am 5’4” and 155 pounds and pear shaped and I bought a size 29.
Zella12
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Nov 5, 2022
Poor quality
I was excited to receive these jeans. Seemed just like what I was looking for. The first time I pulled them on, one of the belt loops ripped off with very little effort. They’re also super long. Not at all the length pictured. I did like how they felt on, but returned them.
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July 25, 2019
Amazing Fit
Love, love the fit of Mother jeans. These make me look slim, but still very comfortable . I am 5’4” and 155 pounds and pear shaped and I bought a size 29.
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Zella12
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May 16, 2019Incentivized review
An absolute winner
These are my fave, go-to jeans. I get compliments on them all the time. I probably wear them way too much for some people’s liking, but I can’t get enough of them. They fit well, are stretchy and truly black with no dye run-off. They can be dressed up or down and practically go with most tops in my closet. I’m contemplating buying another pair. They are that good.
Fab1Ash
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June 18, 2022
perfect ankle jeans
Very soft, great quality as Mother jeans always have. The black color makes my leg look slim and flattering.
OhHappyDay1234
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Sept 17, 2018Incentivized review
Sleek & Comfortable Jeans for Fall
Very comfortable and flattering jeans. I'm 5'5 and typically wear a 26 for a snugger fit in jeans. Looking at the sizing on Mother (26 = 2 compared to 4 on other brands), I went ahead and ordered a size up for a 27. The fit is comfortable and there's stretch to the jean. I was worried about the length of the leg since I am shorter, but it hits right above my foot due to the crop. Cute with tennis shoes or heeled boots. I like to tuck tops in best, but untucked is cute too.
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SamanthaMP
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Mar 24, 2019Incentivized review
Long enough that the crop looks great!
Finally, a pair of jeans that are cropped but still long (I'm 5'11) and they look fantastic. Very happy with these.
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MsMardy
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Feb 25, 2019Incentivized review
Loving these jeans!!!
LOVE these jeans! Perfect change up from wearing skinny jeans all the time. They look amazing with heels, but also look adorable with flats and sneakers. I'm normally a size 26/27 in jeans and the 26 fit perfectly! Hugs me in all the right places and the slightly flared hem is very on trend right now. Buy these you won't be disappointed!
mem5291
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Oct 2, 2020
not for short people
Super awkward fit. I’m 5 ft 2 and the crotch is too long or they go up to my chest. Also run small
LKRC
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Feb 4, 2021
Great staple jean!
This pair of jeans by MOTHER is comfortable and stylish. I am 5'5" and they are normal length, rather than the ankle crop. They have quite a bit of stretch and look great with booties.
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Cattalaya
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Oct 29, 2020
beautiful fit and love the high waist!
These jeans fit so perfectly with just enough stretch to make very comfortable. These are perfect to dress up or down. I’m 5’2” and the 26 length fits full length on me
Anonymous
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Oct 4, 2020
Just what I was looking for!
Finally found the perfect stylish jeans to wear with booties! After trying on many pairs from various brands i was so excited to find these. I normally take a 27 in AGs and the 27 worked for these as well. I'm 5'6 and the length was perfect.
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smcloui
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Feb 6, 2019Incentivized review
Great Updated Black Jean
Love these jeans! I'm 5ft 8 and they hit at about the bottom of my chins/ankle. Probably wouldn't work for someone who is 5ft 2 looking for a cropped flare jean. I think they look great with sneakers, booties, etc. Very modern looking. I wear them to work or out with black heels. I ordered the size 28 and they are super stretchy - if you like your jeans pretty tight then order size down!
aefreem
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Jan 21, 2021
The BEST black jeans
Hands down the best jeans I’ve purchased. So comfortable with a little bit of stretch but fits perfectly in all the right places. I have trouble having jeans fit my legs and my waist as my waist is smaller, but these fit like a glove!!