MOTHER Denim Rollers are still my favorite and most-worn wide-leg jeans. BUT…if you’re searching for a more affordable option with that same MOTHER denim stretchy feel — and an even more relaxed fit around the waist and belly — I’m also loving (and wearing on repeat) Kut From The Kloth denim.
Their jeans are easily my top pick this fall as an affordable MOTHER denim alternative.
Kut From The Kloth Try-On: How Do They Compare to MOTHER Denim?
I would have NEVER known how these Kut From The Kloth jeans would fit from the retailer model photos, though! I mean…are these REALLY the same jeans???
The answer is yep…these somehow ARE the SAME jeans!
Denim (8) | Sweater (S) | Sneaks | Bag
I’m 5’2, 48 years old, and 140-ish lbs so I know ALL jeans will fit me differently than on the typical fashion model, but the difference between these jeans online and in person is pretty wild. Okay, I can’t resist…one more example.
SAME jeans!
Denim (8) | Sweater (S) | Sneaks | Bag
In addition to a MAJOR difference in fit, the retailer photos do not do justice to the softness, relaxed fit, and comfort-level of these jeans…at all. So, I knew when I tried the Meg wide-leg jeans on in person (that I fell in love with), I would need to do a full Kut From The Kloth wide leg jeans try-on (complete with my ususal pros, cons, & fit note reviews.)
Kut From The Kloth: Cute & Comfortable Jeans For Short-ish (Petite?) Gals With Curves
My interest in Kut From The Kloth started when I brought this particular pair home and immediately ripped off the tags. They’re super soft to the touch, nice and stretchy, have a similar shape to my MOTHER Rollers, and not only fit over curvy hips (like my MOTHERs), but are also roomier in the belly than most designer jeans.
The jeans in my closet were not fitting especially well that particular week, and the Kut From The Kloth jeans, with their more relaxed fit, saved me as I was packing for a trip where comfort was key.
Not that my MOTHER jeans AREN’T comfortable…you can read all about my love of MOTHER jeans and the various fits here, but the shape of my fave MOTHER Rollers does nip in at the waist more than the Kut styles. And there are definitely days/weeks I appreciate the roomier-in-the belly fit.
Bonus: at 5’2, I was THRILLED to find jeans I didn’t need to hem. Although Kut From The Kloth does carry petite sizing in some styles (and technically at 5’2 I “qualify” for petite sizing”), I tried on all regular (not petite) lengths. Many of the jeans I tried are “supposed” to be crop or ankle length, but you can see in the photos that they fit me full-length (which I like better).
Sizing ranges from 00-18 with some styles in petite and plus sizing.
A Kut From The Kloth Denim Try-On (8 Pairs)
And here we go! 8 pairs of Kut From The Kloth jeans with details on what I liked, what I didn’t like, as well as sizing and fit notes.
1. Meg High Waist Raw Hem Ankle Wide Leg Jeans
Denim (8) | Sweater (S) | Sneaks | Bag
Pros: SUPER comfortable; nice stretch; easy and relaxed in the waist and belly area; very soft to the touch denim; similar fit to my beloved MOTHER Rollers; nice medium wash for year-round wear (true color is a bit lighter than on the model, but not as blue toned as my photos); these are the jeans I ripped the tags off of immediately and were amazingly comfortable for travel.
Cons: The raw hem is a little messy (if that’s not your thing); plain butt with no interesting detail or special pocket placement (not as good as MOTHER denim’s butt).
Denim (8) | Sweater (S) | Sneaks
Fit Notes: Wearing size 8 and happy with the fit; I could definitely wear a size 6 at 5’2, 140-ish lbs, but prefer the more relaxed fit of the larger size; 29 inch inseam that is absolutely perfect for me to wear with sneaks.; 23 inch leg opening; 93% cotton (nice and stretchy).
2. Meg Exposed Button High Waist Ankle Wide Jeans
Denim (8) | Sweater (S) | Sneaks | Bag
Pros: Unexpectedly cool style; liked them SO much more in person (than the photos online); interesting details (front seam and exposed buttons); super soft and stretchy; baggy-ish and relaxed while still feeling within my personal style.
Cons: Should have steamed them or at least ran them through the dryer before photographing (sorry, guys); may get tired of the lighter wash and thinner material in the middle of winter.
Denim (8) | Sweater (S) | Sneaks
Fit Notes: I’m liking the baggy-ish fit of the size 8; but I could have gone down to a size 6 if I wanted them a bit more fitted; plenty of give and room in the size 8; the 29 inch inseam is perfect for me with sneakers; 23.5 inch leg opening feels current; 93% cotton makeup with a nice comfortable stretch.
3. Meg Patch Pocket Wide Leg Jeans
Denim (8) | Sweater (S) | Sneaks | Bag
Pros: Cute trouser fit; ultra-comfortable; soft and stretchy denim; easy-to-wear medium blue wash; polished clean hem; just a tiny bit of natural looking distressing in a couple of places that gives the jeans some interest; roomy with a relaxed fit in the belly and waist.
Cons: If distressing isn’t your thing, there are a couple tiny spots with just a smidge of distressing.
Denim (8) | Sweater (S) | Sneaks
Fit Notes: I’m very happy with the size 8; the 29 inch inseam fits my 5’2 self perfectly with sneakers; 23 inch leg opening feels current, but not overly wide; 93% cotton makeup with nice stretch.
4. High Waist Wide Leg Jeans
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Pros: Interesting wash; stretchy and comfortable; longer inseam for you slightly taller gals.
Cons: This wash is a bit heavier denim and not as super soft as some of the other washes; 31.5 inseam is too long for me to wear with sneakers; although the wash is interesting and different, it’s not my personal favorite.
Denim (8) | Sweater (S) | Sneaks | Bag
Fit Notes: Happy with size 8 fit; 31.5 inch inseam is too long for me with sneakers, but would easily work for boots/heels, 22 inch leg opening slightly less wide than my favorites from the bunch; 96% cotton with slightly less stretch than the 93% cotton jeans above.
5. Meg Fab Ab High Waist Raw Hem Ankle Wide Leg Jeans
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Pros: Almost identical cut and feel to my favorite Meg wide legs (#1 in the selfies line-up); great if you like the style of my favs, but want them in a lighter wash; more fitted in the butt and belly than the non Fab-Ab pairs (feels a bit more like it’s holding you in) but still super comfortable with really nice stretch.
Cons: Pretty plain; no special details.
Denim (8) | Sweater (S) | Sneaks | Bag
Fit Notes: Happy with the size 8 in these jeans; 29.5 inch inseam great for me with sneakers; 23 inch leg opening; 93% cotton with nice stretch.
6. Sienna High Waist Wide Leg
Denim (8) | Sweater (S) | Sneaks | Bag
Pros: Great if you’re looking for an extremely simple black jean with no added detail; nice length for the slightly taller-than-me gals or if you want to wear them with heels/boots (31 inch inseam); also great if you’re searching for more of a “straight” wide-leg.
Cons: Too plain for me; I prefer a black jean with a lighter and more varied wash (in addition to a wider leg); denim isn’t as soft to the touch as some of the other washes, but still plenty comfortable and stretchy.
Denim (8) | Sweater (S) | Sneaks
Fit Notes: Ultra stretchy with 84% cotton, happy with size 8, 31 inch inseam would be good for me with boots or heels; 18.5 inch leg opening feels more like a straight wide-leg; not as relaxed and roomy in the waist and belly (more of a comfortably holding in feeling to the fit).
7. Meg Fab Ab High Waist Raw Hem Ankle Wide Leg
Denim (8) | Sweater (S) | Sneaks | Bag
Pros: The same great shape, fit, stretch, and ultra-comfort as the other Meg styles I love. Nice medium wash that’s easy to wear (not quite as dark as on the model, but not as blue as my photos).
Cons: I don’t love this shorter style on me; they feel too in-between…not full-length and not crop.
Denim (8) | Sweater (S) | Sneaks | Bag
Fit Notes: Happy with the size 8 fit, but the 27 inch inseam feels too short for what I’m looking for; 23 inch leg opening; 85% cotton with lots of stretch.
8. Kelsey High Waist Ankle Inset Kick Flare Jeans
Denim (8) | Sweater (S) | Sneaks | Bag
Pros: Whoops…a flare jumped into the wide-leg mix (they looked more wide-leg on the model); very stretchy and comfortable.
Cons: Extremely plain other than the inset detail that’s on the inside of the leg (not the outside) so you can’t even see it; wash is fine, but nothing special; I personally would go with GAP flares instead if you’re looking for budget-friendly flares…or MOTHER weekenders if you’re looking to splurge.
Denim (8) | Sweater (S) | Sneaks
Fit Notes: Size 8 is snug (that’s the fit) but comfortable; 30 inch inseam worked with sneakers for me, but were just long enough that I could wear a small heel as well; 18 inch leg oepning; 89% cotton with lots of stretch.
Next on my personal denim list….cuffed wide leg denim. I just got these in and they’re fantastic, but Kut From The Kloth has this new pair available that looks great as well. Going to try MOTHER’s and Wit & Wisdoms too.
What other jeans are we liking that have similar stretch and fit to MOTHER jeans, but are more affordable? Always happy to hear from you all.
-Linzi
