How to Wear These 8 High Waisted Mom Shorts
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The mom jeans trend has become increasingly popular in recent years. While mom jeans have largely been considered unflattering, we love the vintage high waisted look of jean shorts, especially on longer torsos.
How Do Mom Jeans Fit?
The mom jean style tends to have a higher waist and larger pockets, with a relaxed fit. Loose-fitting denim tends to feel very casual and with the longer pockets and slightly baggier fit, can flatten your bum. In order to find a pair of authentic denim mom fit shorts, we suggest finding a pair with a bit of stretch and focusing on making sure that they fit well around your natural waist.
If you’re looking to add the mom jean shorts trend into cute summer outfits, make sure to keep reading as we share three different ways to style high waisted mom shorts and our favorite denim for summer
3 Ways to Wear The Best High Waisted Mom Shorts
Wear High Waisted Shorts with a Tied Button-Down Shirt
Shop: White Blouse | Layered Necklace | Distressed Shorts | Sunglasses | Neutral Sandals | Watch
This tie front button down shirt is a great option to wear with the high rise of these mom denim shorts. The front knot shirt meets right at the waistband of the shorts, lengthening your legs and creating a natural waist without bulk. Plus, this white button down shirt is one of our must-haves for our summer wardrobe! Keep the entire look clean and classic by pairing it with neutral sandals, simple gold jewelry and a leather watch.
Wear Mom Jean Shorts with A Fitted Blazer and Tank Top
Shop Blazer | Layered Necklace | Distressed Shorts | White Seamless Tank | Neutral Sandals | Watch
Another way to style these mom fit denim shorts is to toss on a boyfriend blazer over a seamless tank. Before, structured suits were most often seen in the workplace, but they’re actually very easy to pair with shorts!
To find the perfect fit: Play with proportions! This blazer allows just a small amount of denim shorts to peek out from underneath. A tight fitting tank showcases the highest point of the mom shorts and keeps it simple underneath the blazer. To dress up the outfit even more, try adding a pair of open-toed heels!
Wear Mom Shorts With a Oversized White Button Down and Bodysuit
If you don’t want the structured look of a blazer, try adding layers with an oversized cotton white button down shirt. The loose fabric is lightweight and this boyfriend button down shirt can be styled many different ways. There’s a reason that a white shirt is a foolproof outfit with jeans!
Keeping with our classic, neutral theme of our capsule wardrobe, we added a tan henley bodysuit (under $20!) and tan mules. If you prefer a more masculine look, consider adding a pair of chunky heel ankle boots or combat boots with your denim shorts.
If you like the looser fit of an oversized white blouse, try tying it in the front. Accessorize with layered jewelry or add a pop of color with a statement piece, such as a chunky necklace or gold hoops. And don’t forget your sunglasses!
More High Waisted Mom Jean Shorts to Wear This Summer
Image: Abercrombie & Fitch
High Rise Mom Shorts
A great pair of distressed jean shorts that fit snugly through the hips.
Image: Madewell
Dolphin Jean Shorts
These mom shorts have a slightly higher cut to give them a vintage vibe with non-stretch denim.
Image: Abercrombie & Fitch
High Rise 4 Inch Mom Shorts
For those looking for a longer length, these vintage jean shorts are a must!
Image: Nordstrom
Lucky Legend High Waist Mom Shorts
Pink denim shorts are the perfect color for spring and summer.
Image: Madewell
Denim Yoke Shorts
Front seams on these mom shorts have a vintage ‘90s vibe!
Image: Nordstrom
A-Line Mom Shorts
Long, with a slightly oversized fit, the distressed hem gives this pair of denim shorts casual vintage vibes.
Image: Urban Outfitters
Recycled Lee Denim Mom Short
Recycled and upcycled denim makes each pair of these mom shorts completely unique!
