Mom Fashion

The Best Jeans for Moms (That You’ll Actually Want to Wear!)

written by JESSICA WELSH
updated by ALINA OROZCO

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The Best Jeans for Moms (That You’ll Actually Want to Wear!)
Graphics by: Caitlin Schneider
The Best Jeans for Moms (That You’ll Actually Want to Wear!)
Graphics by: Caitlin Schneider

Finding your pair of jeans—you know, the ones that make you feel confident, fit well, and are actually comfortable—seems like a never-ending battle. I don’t even want to think about the number of times that I’ve found myself in a dressing room, pulling rigid denim over sweaty thighs for what feels like hours on end, only to end up with nothing.

In my personal journey to find my go-to pair of jeans, I’ve bought, worn, and fallen in love with (or absolutely hated) countless denim options. I might find a pair that I like, only to discover less than a year later that they wear out or are actually not very comfortable at all.

But throughout my years of wearing jeans, I have found a few pairs that have truly stood the test of time. So we’ve put together this list of the absolute best pairs of jeans for moms, including personal and editor favorites as well as some of our most popular reader favorites. From our go-to brands like Madewell, Old Navy, Everlane, Abercrombie, and more, these are the jeans that will make you actually excited to wear denim. Check out the best pairs of jeans for moms below, in every style you may be looking for.

How we chose the best jeans for moms

With the exception of maybe one or two pairs of perfect jeans, you probably categorize your denim into standing jeans that look great and jeans that are actually comfortable. But who says you can’t have both? To put together this list of the best jeans for moms, we asked our team to share their current favorite pairs of jeans. And boy, did they deliver. We’ve included all of our editors’ favorites and made sure to showcase different styles to give you plenty of options to choose from. We also made the effort to provide a range of jeans that fit every budget. So, whether you opt for a more relaxed fit or a pair of tried-and-true straight jeans, know that our picks will not disappoint.

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Bella Stretch Barrel Jeans
Quince
Bella Stretch Barrel Jeans

3 washes available
sizes 24 – 33; 2 lengths

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High Rise 90s Relaxed Jean
Abercrombie & Fitch
High Rise 90s Relaxed Jean

30+ colors available
sizes 23 – 38; 5 lengths

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Lexi Mid Rise Bowed Straight Jean
Pistola
Lexi Mid Rise Bowed Straight Jean

10+ colors available
sizes 23 – 33

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Lemon Twist High Waist Wide Leg Jeans
Nordstrom | MOTHER
Lemon Twist High Waist Wide Leg Jeans

3 washes available
sizes 25 – 33

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High-Waisted Denim Trouser Jean
J.Crew
High-Waisted Denim Trouser Jean

sizes 23 – 37; 3 lengths

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The Farrah Lo-Rise Wide Jean
Aritzia | Denim Forum
The Farrah Lo-Rise Wide Jean

6 colors available
sizes 23 – 32; 3 lengths

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Best Relaxed and Wide-Leg Jeans for Moms

On the days when you want to wear jeans but don’t really want to wear jeans, you can reach for your favorite pair of relaxed-fit denim. These wide-leg options give off ultimate cool-mom energy while also being exceptionally comfortable. Consider sizing up for ultra comfort.

Ava Ultra High Rise Wide Leg Jeans
H&M
Ava Ultra High Rise Wide Leg Jeans

20+ washes available
sizes 2 – 18

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Wide-leg Cropped Utility Jean
J.Crew Factory
Wide-leg Cropped Utility Jean

6 washes available
sizes 24 – 35; 3 lengths

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The Wide-Leg Jean in Super Stretch Denim
Madewell
The Wide-Leg Jean in Super Stretch Denim

3 washes available
sizes 23 – 33; 4 lengths

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Cinch Baggy Women's Jeans
Levi’s
Cinch Baggy Women’s Jeans

6 washes available
sizes 23 – 34; 3 lengths

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The Perfect Vintage Wide-Leg Jean
Madewell
The Perfect Vintage Wide-Leg Jean

5 washes available
sizes 23 – 33; 4 lengths

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Luna Stretch Wide Leg Jeans
Quince
Luna Stretch Wide Leg Jeans

5 washes available
sizes 24 – 33

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Mid-Rise UltraSoft Baggy Jeans
Gap
Mid-Rise UltraSoft Baggy Jeans

20+ washes available
sizes 23 – 35; 3 lengths

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Mid-Rise Wow Baggy Wide-Leg Jeans
Old Navy
Mid-Rise Wow Baggy Wide-Leg Jeans

4 washes available
sizes 0 – 30; 2 lengths

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Editorial Assistant Patty Schepel in Levi’s Ribcage Bell Women’s Jeans

Best Slim & Straight Jeans for Moms

Slim and straight-silhouette jeans are true classics. You always know that they will be flattering and stylish, and they go with any outfit. From everyday straight-leg jeans to a chic pair of slim jeans, these are the ones you can dress up to wear to the office, for date night, or dress down to play at the park with your kids.

Skinny jean fans, we didn’t forget about you! Loving a classic skinny fit is totally valid, and these pairs are some of our absolute faves.

Original Fit Jeans
Levi’s
Original Fit Jeans

9 washes available
sizes 23 – 34; 3 lengths

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Bella Stretch Straight Jeans
Quince
Bella Stretch Straight Jeans

10+ washes available
sizes 24 – 33; 3 lengths

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High-Rise ’90s Slim Straight Jeans
Gap
High-Rise ’90s Slim Straight Jeans

10+ washes available
sizes 24 – 35; 3 lengths

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Iconique Straight Leg Jeans
Sezane
Iconique Straight Leg Jeans

4 washes available
sizes 22 – 38

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Senior Fashion and Beauty Editor Jessica Welsh in the Old Navy’s Sky-Hi Wide-Leg Jeans

Best Barrel Jeans for Moms

Zoe Barrel Jean
J.Crew
Zoe Barrel Jean

sizes 23 – 37; 3 lengths

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High Rise Barrel Jeans
Gap Factory
High Rise Barrel Jeans

10+ colors available
sizes 24 – 35; 3 lengths

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Bella Stretch Barrel Jeans
Quince
Bella Stretch Barrel Jeans

3 washes available
sizes 24 – 33; 2 lengths

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High Rise Barrel Jean
Abercrombie & Fitch
High Rise Barrel Jean

10+ colors available
sizes 24 – 34; 3 lengths

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Pull on Jeans & Sweatpants Jeans

Mid Rise Pull-On Wide-Leg Jeans
Gap Factory
Mid Rise Pull-On Wide-Leg Jeans

9 washes available
sizes XXS – XXL; 3 lengths

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Relaxed Pull-On Barrel Jeans
Anthropologie | Pilcro
Relaxed Pull-On Barrel Jeans

2 washes available
sizes XS – XL; 3 lengths

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Mid Rise Pull-On Barrel Jeans
Gap Factory
Mid Rise Pull-On Barrel Jeans

10+ colors available
sizes XXS – XXL; 3 lengths

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Linen-Blend Drawstring Jean
Abercrombie & Fitch
Linen-Blend Drawstring Jean

3 washes available
sizes 24 – 34; 3 lengths

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Printed Baggy Sweatpant Jeans
Gap
Printed Baggy Sweatpant Jeans

sizes XS – L; 3 lengths

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Commerce Editor Alina Orozco in Pistola’s Lexi Mid-Rise Jeans

Flare and Boot Cut Jeans for Moms

Channel your inner ’70s girl with a pair of flare or boot cut denim. These are another very comfortable and versatile option. They pair perfectly with everything from a dressy top and heels to your favorite sweater and sneakers.

Ribcage Wide Leg Women's Jeans
Levi’s
Ribcage Wide Leg Women’s Jeans

9 washes available
sizes 23 – 34; 3 lengths

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High-Waisted Wow Flare Jeans
Old Navy
High-Waisted Wow Flare Jeans

4 washes available
sizes 00 – 30

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Good Legs Flare Jeans
Good American
Good Legs Flare Jeans

sizes 00 – 30

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High-Rise '70s Flare Jeans
GAP
High-Rise ’70s Flare Jeans

6 washes available
sizes 24 – 35

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Why You Can Count on Us

The Everygirl Media Group has brought valuable content to our readers for 12+ years. In 2018, The Everymom set out to ensure that all moms know they’re not alone. If you find yourself seeking advice on how to style the latest fashion trend or searching for the best kid-friendly coffee table, we have the answers. And if you’re wondering what’s actually worth it from a sale or looking for a review of the hottest new kids’ product, we’ve got that covered too. From our annual Registry Awards and beloved holiday gift guides to the shopping round-ups you find on our site every day, The Everymom commerce team is well-versed in sifting through thousands of products to curate a digestible list for you. We combine our own experience with in-depth research to bring you a selection that meets our high standards for both fashion and function.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Jessica Welsh, Senior Fashion & Beauty Editor

Jessica oversees and edits all fashion and beauty content on The Everygirl. She also writes in-depth styling stories, trend reports, capsule wardrobes, and more. She was previously the Commerce Editor for The Everymom, where she oversaw all shopping content on the site and social. She has created editorial content for major brands such as Nordstrom, Old Navy, Vionic Shoes, and Kohl’s.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Alina Orozco, Commerce Editor

Alina Orozco is the Commerce Editor at The Everymom, where she combines her editorial experience with a love for finding products that make everyday life easier and more stylish. To The Everymom, Alina brings over 10+ years of editorial publishing and digital storytelling experience, as well as snippets of her real-life mom style, making fashion trends accessible and fun for every mom. She now lives in a cozy beach town in Southern California with her husband and their two boys, but she’ll always be a Philly girl at heart.

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