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The Insider High Waist Step Frayed Hem Crop Jeans

MOTHER

Current Price $248.00
Color: Limited Edition
Customers say the fit runs true to size.
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With a perfect fade and a trend-right hem that's cut, cropped and stepped, these high-waisted jeans have got it all going on, and then some.

  • 27" inseam; 14" leg opening; 10 1/2" front rise; 13 1/2" back rise (size 29)
  • 78% cotton, 16% modal, 4% polyester, 2% elastane
  • Machine wash, tumble dry
  • Made in the USA of imported fabric
  • Item #6954667
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Size info

  • The brand says this runs true to size.
  • 23=00, 24=0, 25=2, 26=4, 27=4-6, 28=6, 29=8, 30=10, 31=10-12, 32=12, 33=12-14, 34=14.
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MOTHER

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).

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(132)
4.6 out of 5
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Fit: True to size

Most helpful positive review

Feb 7, 2023
Reviews on point
These jeans are extremely comfortable! Not to mention soft. To be completely honest I ordered these one night online after taking my sleeping meds.. I woke up and thought “well that was an expensive buy, guess I’ll just try them on and see..” thinking I probably wouldn’t like them, enough to pay at such a high price point anyway. Well, then again-maybe I will! Lol I bought these boots on Nordstrom a couple months ago as well and I haven’t been able to find the right pants to wear them with besides my Spanx leggings. These jeans are cut as if they are made for them! Yay!! Double WIN. They are also the jeans that have an amazing wash, and the length you could wear flip flops, booties, sneakers.. pretty much almost anything. I think I’ve found myself a new Brand I’ll be forever follow. And I’m not even upset about it. For reference; I’m 5’9 and usually a 28 size 6 but I’ve fluffed up a smidgen 7 pounds so I didn’t want to risk it and I ordered a 29 size 8. The sizing online suggests going up if between sizes. However, for my personal body type I could’ve done with a 28 size 6. These jeans have that stretch in them that bends with you and doesn’t get stretched out after a long day. I’m guessing between the stretch and the fact I wasn’t blessed with much in the “behind” dept, it would’ve made up for the sizing and a 28 would’ve been perfect. These are sold out in the smaller sizes however and I love them enough to keep them! Plus, That’s what belts are for and that’s what I’m sticking with. Sooo- if you are curious about Mother Jeans and want to go out on a limb, JUST DO IT!
authenticME
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Most helpful critical review

Mar 8, 2025
I’ve been a loyal Nordstrom customer for years, but this experience has really tainted my opinion. I paid $248 for these jeans and was stunned to receive them with a Nordstrom Rack clearance tag attached for $83. While the customer service rep was kind and processed my return, I felt the need to write this review so others are aware. How do I trust future purchases? Did they just forget to remove the tags?
LoriZ8
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authenticME
Verified purchase
Fit:
Small
True to size
Large
Height: 5’9”
Weight: 157 lb.
Feb 7, 2023
Reviews on point
These jeans are extremely comfortable! Not to mention soft. To be completely honest I ordered these one night online after taking my sleeping meds.. I woke up and thought “well that was an expensive buy, guess I’ll just try them on and see..” thinking I probably wouldn’t like them, enough to pay at such a high price point anyway. Well, then again-maybe I will! Lol I bought these boots on Nordstrom a couple months ago as well and I haven’t been able to find the right pants to wear them with besides my Spanx leggings. These jeans are cut as if they are made for them! Yay!! Double WIN. They are also the jeans that have an amazing wash, and the length you could wear flip flops, booties, sneakers.. pretty much almost anything. I think I’ve found myself a new Brand I’ll be forever follow. And I’m not even upset about it. For reference; I’m 5’9 and usually a 28 size 6 but I’ve fluffed up a smidgen 7 pounds so I didn’t want to risk it and I ordered a 29 size 8. The sizing online suggests going up if between sizes. However, for my personal body type I could’ve done with a 28 size 6. These jeans have that stretch in them that bends with you and doesn’t get stretched out after a long day. I’m guessing between the stretch and the fact I wasn’t blessed with much in the “behind” dept, it would’ve made up for the sizing and a 28 would’ve been perfect. These are sold out in the smaller sizes however and I love them enough to keep them! Plus, That’s what belts are for and that’s what I’m sticking with. Sooo- if you are curious about Mother Jeans and want to go out on a limb, JUST DO IT!
100found this helpful
aryanna
Verified purchase
Size purchased: 29
Fit:
Small
True to size
Large
Color: LIMITED EDITION
Mar 23, 2023
So good it hurts (my bank account)
I really didn’t want to love these as much as I do solely due to the price tag..but I was in NEED of 1 solid pair of jeans that made me feel confident and good. These are IT! The cut, material, style, length..everything. I’m 5’4 and the length is absolutely perfect (which is rare, I usually cut the bottom of my jeans). They fit like a glove, but they’re also stretchy and fitted. My ONLY complaint is that I really wouldn’t consider these “high rise” they’re more of a mid rise so if you have a long torso (I don’t) this style in particular may not be for you. I am anxious to see how this hold up after wear and if they get baggy and stretched out. So far.. i am in trouble because these are my new go-to jeans!!!
37found this helpful
Chelsea
Verified purchase
Size purchased: 29”
Fit:
Small
True to size
Large
Color: Great casual light color
Height: 5’8”
Weight: 140
Jan 27, 2023
10/10.
I’m 5’8”, about 140 lbs with a butt. These jeans fit perfectly, size 29, no major waist gap which is usually a problem I have when buying denim. Love the feel of these jeans, very soft and stretchy. Cute style. 10/10. Although, would be great if they offered a longer length for tall… I know they’re supposed to be cropped, but they’re a little extra cropped for someone with long legs.
26found this helpful
Feather99
Verified purchase
Size purchased: 32
Fit:
Small
True to size
Large
Color: LIMITED EDITION
Apr 8, 2023
Surprisingly Good!
When I saw the price, I didn’t want to purchase these, but then I read some of the other reviews. These are stretchy, but not “too” stretchy… the fabric is so soft but holds its shape! The pictures are of wearing twice in a row. They wash up nice, and feel great! I’m a size Large/12 in most clothing and the 32 fit perfectly. I’m 5’8” and 176lbs.
21found this helpful
Cayogi
Verified purchase
June 6, 2022
A perfect pair of jeans
I am beyond thrilled to finally own this pair of insider crop steps in the limited edition color. I already own this style in a different wash and when I saw this limited edition color many months ago, I knew I had to have it. The color is the most perfect shade of light blue denim. Absolutely perfect for summer or really any time. The fit of these jeans is the best! As other reviewers have commented, they have a great stretch to them, hit at just the right part of your leg(I ‘m 5’5” for reference) and have just the right amount of stretch. I definitely put off buying these for a long while because of the price but so so glad I finally bit the bullet when my size came back into stock. Best purchase in a long time!
16found this helpful
kpower3
Fit:
Small
True to size
Large
May 12, 2023
BEST JEANS
This review may help ladies with curvy-athletic body type: I bought a size 25. My measurements: Waist: 26” Hip/Butt: 39” (larger/muscular legs also) I bought these on a whim and was NOT looking to spend $200+ on a pair of jeans… however I tried several $100-$150 pairs but didn’t feel satisfied as they all had a little gap in the back. I have a 12” difference between waist and hips/butt and finding jeans has always been a challenge. As SOON as I put these on, I knew the price did not matter. I WAS BUYING THEM In the 5 years at my current job I have NEVER worn jeans to work… I immediately paired them with a blazer and wore to the office! They are SO comfy and fit PERFECT I wear them nonstop!
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The Insider High Waist Step Frayed Hem Crop Jeans
MOTHER
Current Price $248.00