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The Skipper Short N Long Fray Shorts

MOTHER

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Light-wash nonstretch-denim shorts cut in a looser fit with ragged hems are a must for casual days and laid-back weekends. Part of the brand’s MOTHER SUPERIOR collection, these shorts are inspired by men’s fits and vintage finds, cut from rigid denim and finished with specialty treatments.

  • 4" inseam; 24" leg opening; 11" front rise; 13" back rise (size 29)
  • Zip fly with button closure
  • Five-pocket style
  • 100% cotton
  • Machine wash, tumble dry
  • Made in the USA
  • Item #10056749
  • Core Product ID 3333334VVC

Size info

  • If measurements are between sizes, order one size up.
  • 23=000, 24=00, 25=0, 26=2, 27=4, 28=6, 29=8, 30=10, 31=12, 32=14, 33=16, 34=18 (14W).
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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).

Reviews

(15)152.7 out of 5
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Fit: Runs slightly small
Small
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Most helpful positive review

July 13, 2024

Runs small but so good!

I have several pairs of mother jeans and have learned sizing on fit, color and denim content. I normally wear a size 29 if the jeans are a mix but with these being 100% cotton I sized up to a 31 and they are perfection. Length is great too. If Mother jeans are all cotton you need to size up.
KerryK819
6found this helpful

Most helpful critical review

June 2, 2024

Labeled the wrong name

The shorts are actually The Skipper Short N Long Fray, not The Tomcat Loose High Waist. A completely different fit.
KDBLA
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1 star33%
July 13, 2024

Runs small but so good!

I have several pairs of mother jeans and have learned sizing on fit, color and denim content. I normally wear a size 29 if the jeans are a mix but with these being 100% cotton I sized up to a 31 and they are perfection. Length is great too. If Mother jeans are all cotton you need to size up.
Fit: Small
Small
True to size
Large
Size purchased:
31
Usual size:
29
Color:
Leap At The Chance
KerryK819
Height:
5'7"
Weight:
145 lb.
6found this helpful
Aug 28, 2024

Unfairly Low-Rated

I read the reviews before I purchased these and once I got them I realized that the bad reviews might have been a fluke. I find these true to size but I understand if you are used to stretch you may want to size up. I’m already in love even though I typically steer clear of denim shorts because I don’t like the thigh pinch. These are roomy in the leg opening and I’m thrilled with them. Nice color too, and who can go wrong with a button fly! Lots of great features here. Give these a shot.
Fit: True to size
Small
True to size
Large
Size purchased:
25
Color:
LEAP AT THE CHANCE
Nppgal
Height:
5’5”
Weight:
115 lb.
4found this helpful
Aug 23, 2025

love short short not too short

Fabric is a nice weight, feels a little thicker. Fits thru the hip and seat. Doesn’t flare out too much around the legs. I think I will love these. A keeper. Only downside is the button fly. I’d prefer a zipper. And raw edge hem, I’d prefer a finished hems so they don’t unravel with strings hanging. Love anyhow.. and Will definitely look for more of this fit by mother.
Fit: True to size
Small
True to size
Large
Size purchased:
24
Verified purchase
Hillhiker
Height:
5’4”
Weight:
104 lb.
3found this helpful
Mar 24, 2024

not like regular Tomcat

The Tomcat full length denim is so flattering and hugs the right places. These shorts fit nothing like them. The waist was ok but the crotch area was bulging and the kegs looked wide on me. Definitely returning
Fit: Runs slightly large
Small
True to size
Large
Color:
LEAP AT THE CHANCE
Verified purchase
HarpersMom13
Height:
5’5”
Weight:
130 lb.
TOP 1000 REVIEWER
3found this helpful
June 2, 2024

Labeled the wrong name

The shorts are actually The Skipper Short N Long Fray, not The Tomcat Loose High Waist. A completely different fit.
Fit: Small
Small
True to size
Large
Color:
LEAP AT THE CHANCE
Verified purchase
KDBLA
2found this helpful
Mar 21, 2024

Runs small!

Cute shorts but had to size up 2 sizes! I’m normally a 26 in Mother, and I had to size up to a 28. No stretch! I’m 5’6” and 125 lbs for reference.
Fit: Small
Small
True to size
Large
Size purchased:
28
Color:
LEAP AT THE CHANCE
MAC47
Height:
5’6”
Weight:
125 lb.
2found this helpful