The Do’s and Don’ts of High-Waisted Jeans

The last time I wore “mom jeans” in the ’90’s, I wasn’t a mom, but a young teenager! LOL. And actually made fun of moms who wore “mom jeans” because no one seemed to know how to properly style these above-the-waist jeans. So now, mom jeans or high-waisted jeans have re-emerged as one of the the hottest style trends. I love seeing my teenage daughter style her high-waisted jeans with the cutest tops and sweaters. So, when I picked up a pair of my own high-waisted jeans, she thought that was pretty cool of me, and of course gave me some trend tips! Gosh, I love having a teenager! Of course she helped me with the How to Wear High-Waisted Jeans post.

Here are a few Do’s and Don’ts on how to wear high-waisted jeans, and why you need a pair this year!

How to Wear High-Waisted Jeans–The DO’s

1. Pair your high-waisted jeans with a great crop top that meets your jeans at the waist. I love this fuzzy sweater that is cropped right at the waist.
2. If you have a longer shirt, tuck it into the jeans in the front or around the whole waist for a trendy look. You can check out how I styled high-waisted jeans by tucking my shirt in.
3. Play around with your shoes to accentuate leg length. Since the jeans go up so high, show off a little ankle to break up the clothes. Consider wearing low-cut socks with your tennis shoes or heels.
4. A belt is a great way to lengthen the legs and add to the waist line. I styled these same high waisted jeans with a belt.
5. Pair high-waisted jeans with a blazer or crop jacket to add layers to the look.
6. Consider wearing a body suit or form fitting shirt with your jeans, then throw on a kimono over it!

How to Wear High-Waisted Jeans–The DON’TS

1. Don’t wear your high-waisted jeans with a long, baggy shirt or sweater. It defeats the style of the jeans, and could make you look frumpy depending on the leg style.
2. Make sure you get the right size of high-waisted jeans so curvy can be properly exposed. Too tight of high-waisted jeans could accentuate a lower fat pouch below the waist line resulting in an unflattering look.
3. Unless you are below the age of 30, let’s avoid wearing crop tops/midriff tops with your high-waisted jeans. But maybe that is just my own opinion!
4. High-waisted jeans with lots of holes are very common but I’d avoid going too crazy on the holes where is exposes so much skin.