May 7, 2025

7 ways to prove the versatility of mom jeans

Piyali Bhadra

The mother of all denims

Witnessing its rise in the late 80s and early 90s, this pair became unfairly unfashionable in the 2000s with the creation of the low-waist jeans trend. Thankfully, by the mid-2000s, the mom jeans found its way back and is now found as a staple fit in nearly every girl’s wardrobe.

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What are mom jeans?

If skinny jeans are your frenemy, then mom jeans are a friend of yours. Mom jeans feature a high-rise waist with enough room to bend one knee without restriction. With classic iteration and leopard leg, this ankle-length comfortable denim is a forever love and can be teamed in several ways. To prove its versatility, let’s see some ways to style it.

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The casual-bossy chic

To create a balanced overall look for summers with this pair, opt for a simple white t-shirt and layer it with an oversized blazer. Throw in your pair of jeans, recreating Princess Diana’s iconic off-duty look.

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The Indo-Western look

Opt for a rugged or clean pair of mom jeans and team them with an extra-special straight-fit or Anarkali-style kurta, and add some statement earrings for a more sculpted look.

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Keeping it street style

Give an edgy and comfortable street-style match and team your mom jeans with an oversized leather jacket, showing off your relaxed weekend trainers.

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The tuck-in note

To create a neat and structured look, opt for tapered mom jeans and tuck them into your knee-high boots with a tightly tucked-in top.

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Chic summer styling

Perfect for daytime and nighttime city runs, opt for sleek waistcoats in pastel and neutral shades, and complete the look with kitten heels and stylish baguettes.

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Add a pop of colour

Make your summer errands more colorful by adding a pair of dark-washed mom jeans and teaming them with a colourful top or a pair of bright loafers.

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Crisp white jeans

Denim does not always have to be blue in shade, but you can embrace the neutral palette and explore the realms of white mom jeans with tucked-in cotton shirts, making them summer-friendly.

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