London Daily

Focus on the big picture.
Wednesday, Oct 01, 2025

How to Style Fashion's Most Controversial Jeans Trend Once and For All

How to Style Fashion's Most Controversial Jeans Trend Once and For All

These outfit ideas might just convince you to give mom jeans a try.

To the skinny-jean enthusiasts' dismay, body-hugging bottoms are out and loose-fitting mom jeans are in. However, unlike the (admittedly fashionably challenged) pair that became a (ruthless yet hilarious) punchline of an SNL skit, mom jeans of today are dripping with panache, and learning how to style mom jeans in 2021 will only take the modern look to the next level.

It's true that there were rumblings of dad pants becoming a supermodel fave at the start of the season, but it was the resurgence of mom jeans that ended up dominating the market for #vaxgirlsummer. Details like frayed hems and ripped knees have cemented this new generation of 'motherly' denim as cool and fashion-forward, and even celebrities have taken note (see: Megan Fox and Sarah Jessica Parker, for reference).

To wear the new-again silhouette requires new style inspo material. From toughening things up with a moto jacket to tucking in your blouse to accentuate an hourglass figure, find styling inspiration below from renowned stylists, fashion influencers, and some of the best tips we at InStyle have picked up on our own style journeys.

Add a Bra Top




Among the many celebrities and influencers rocking the mom jean trend, Tobi head stylist, Joanna Angeles thinks Hailey Bieber styles them best.

"[She's] essentially mastered making mom jeans look high-end yet still practical and comfortable," Angeles tells InStyle. "Take a page from her book and style with a micro crop top or bra top and an oversized blazer. Of course, you're going to need chunky sneakers and an oversized leather pillow purse to finish off the look and look appropriately daytime chic."

Tuck in Your Button Downs




Hands down one of the easiest ways to dress up your mom jeans is to tuck in your button-down shirt.

"A loose, breezy button-down shirt with a slightly askew collar and heeled thong sandals will add an effortless touch that will keep you from looking too stuffy," says Angeles.

Toughen It Up




As many fashion lovers know, a quick and easy way to give your mom jeans some edge is by slipping on a cropped moto jacket and a pair of heels.

Get Playful with a Graphic Tee




Style influencer Lauren Kay says that her favorite way to style mom jeans is with an oversized graphic tee and a clean pair of white sneakers to finish off the look.

"[The combination] gives off this effortlessly chic vibe while still being comfortable for everyday life," she says.

Look for Dark, Stiff Denim




We tend to associate black with sleek style, so if you're worried about your mom jeans coming off as too casual, an inkier shade is the perfect way to achieve a more polished look.

Balance Is Key




Because the high-rise, loose-fit of mom jeans do have the potential to look frumpy, style influencer Nena Evans says tops that are clean and polished add a welcomed contrast.

"I love styling mom jeans with a button-down and loafers or blazer and tennis shoes - simple combinations that work every time," Evans tells InStyle. "When done right, they look effortlessly chic and timeless."

Accentuate Your Shape in a Body Suit




Brittany Sjogren tells InStyle she's all about wearing outfits that not only look good, but make you feel good as well, and a mom jean, bodysuit combo is just the confidence-boosting look you need.

"It's a great way to show off your figure while still giving you the option to layer."

Double Up On Denim




If you're hoping to really with statement pieces, like acid wash or a band-style jacket decorated with gilded buttons.

Newsletter

Related Articles

0:00
0:00
Close
Trump Administration Launches “TrumpRx” Plan to Enable Direct Drug Sales at Deep Discounts
Trump Announces Intention to Impose 100 Percent Tariff on Foreign-Made Films
Altman Says GPT-5 Already Outpaces Him, Warns AI Could Automate 40% of Work
Singapore and Hong Kong Vie to Dominate Asia’s Rising Gold Trade
Trump Organization Teams with Saudi Developer on $1 Billion Trump Plaza in Jeddah
Manhattan Sees Surge in Office-to-Housing Conversions, Highest Since 2008
Switzerland and U.S. Issue Joint Assurance Against Currency Manipulation
Electronic Arts to Be Taken Private in Historic $55 Billion Buyout
Thomas Jacob Sanford Named as Suspect in Deadly Michigan Church Shooting and Arson
Russian Research Vessel 'Yantar' Tracked Mapping Europe’s Subsea Cables, Raising Security Alarms
New York Man Arrested After On-Air Confession to 2017 Parents’ Murders
U.S. Defense Chief Orders Sudden Summit of Hundreds of Generals and Admirals
Global Cruise Industry Posts Dramatic Comeback with 34.6 Million Passengers in 2024
Trump Claims FBI Planted 274 Agents at Capitol Riot, Citing Unverified Reports
India: Internet Suspended in Bareilly Amid Communal Clashes Between Muslims and Hindus
Supreme Court Extends Freeze on Nearly $5 Billion in U.S. Foreign Aid at Trump’s Request
Archaeologists Recover Statues and Temples from 2,000-Year-Old Sunken City off Alexandria
China Deploys 2,000 Workers to Spain to Build Major EV Battery Factory, Raising European Dependence
Speed Takes Over: How Drive-Through Coffee Chains Are Rewriting U.S. Coffee Culture
U.S. Demands Brussels Scrutinize Digital Rules to Prevent Bias Against American Tech
Ringo Starr Champions Enduring Beatles Legacy While Debuting Las Vegas Art Show
Private Equity’s Fundraising Surge Triggers Concern of European Market Shake-Out
Colombian President Petro Vows to Mobilize Volunteers for Gaza and Joins List of Fighters
FBI Removes Agents Who Kneeled at 2020 Protest, Citing Breach of Professional Conduct
Trump Alleges ‘Triple Sabotage’ at United Nations After Escalator and Teleprompter Failures
Shock in France: 5 Years in Prison for Former President Nicolas Sarkozy
Tokyo’s Jimbōchō Named World’s Coolest Neighbourhood for 2025
European Officials Fear Trump May Shift Blame for Ukraine War onto EU
BNP Paribas Abandons Ban on 'Controversial Weapons' Financing Amid Europe’s Defence Push
Typhoon Ragasa Leaves Trail of Destruction Across East Asia Before Making Landfall in China
The Personality Rights Challenge in India’s AI Era
Big Banks Rebuild in Hong Kong as Deal Volume Surges
Italy Considers Freezing Retirement Age at 67 to Avert Scheduled Hike
Italian City to Impose Tax on Visiting Dogs Starting in 2026
Arnault Denounces Proposed Wealth Tax as Threat to French Economy
Study Finds No Safe Level of Alcohol for Dementia Risk
Denmark Investigates Drone Incursion, Does Not Rule Out Russian Involvement
Lilly CEO Warns UK Is ‘Worst Country in Europe’ for Drug Prices, Pulls Back Investment
Nigel Farage Emerges as Central Force in British Politics with Reform UK Surge
Disney Reinstates ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ after Six-Day Suspension over Charlie Kirk Comments
U.S. Prosecutors Move to Break Up Google’s Advertising Monopoly
Nvidia Pledges Up to $100 Billion Investment in OpenAI to Power Massive AI Data Center Build-Out
U.S. Signals ‘Large and Forceful’ Support for Argentina Amid Market Turmoil
Nvidia and Abu Dhabi’s TII Launch First AI-&-Robotics Lab in the Middle East
Vietnam Faces Up to $25 Billion Export Loss as U.S. Tariffs Bite
Europe Signals Stronger Support for Taiwan at Major Taipei Defence Show
Indonesia Court Upholds Military Law Amid Concerns Over Expanded Civilian Role
Larry Ellison, Michael Dell and Rupert Murdoch Join Trump-Backed Bid to Take Over TikTok
Trump and Musk Reunite Publicly for First Time Since Fallout at Kirk Memorial
Vietnam Closes 86 Million Untouched Bank Accounts Over Biometric ID Rules
×