The jean symbol of the seventies and brought back into fashion in the 90s by grunge bands, it was long relegated to our moms' closets because they were preferred to slim, low-rise jeans in the 2000s. Today, mom jeans are making a comeback and are everywhere to be seen, from haute couture shows to Instagram it-girls and, above all, on the streets! They come in a variety of shades and styles. At Brentiny Paris, mom jeans can be raw, faded, cropped, ripped, with holes or embroidered - you're sure to find the mom jean that suits you best.

What are mom jeans?

Mom jeans are high-waisted jeans that show off your hips, making them sexy and comfortable. Mom jeans have a straight cut, giving you a casual yet elegant look in all circumstances. The original, slightly masculine look of women's mom jeans needs to be broken up by strong, glamorous feminine pieces. This is the secret of a successful mom jean look.

What to wear with mom jeans?

• A chic look for work with mom jeans

Women's mom jeans have retained their rock'n'roll image, so they're perfect if you want a chic look without spending too much time on them. Pairthem with a trench coat, a pair of heeled loafers ormore masculine boots .Wear it with a turtleneck sweater for the day at work, and swap it for a nice tee-shirt in the evening.

• An effortless look with mom jeans

Basic mom jeans in dark or light blue are ideal for creating an effortlessly chic outfit, and can be combined with a plain white or beige tee-shirt and a pair of sneakers.

• A sexy, youthful look with mom jeans

Women's mom jeans can also be very seductive, especially for the summer season, when they can be your ally for glamorous vacation looks. With a crop top, little sandals and a shoulder bag, you'll be dressed in minutes without sacrificing the comfort you need when traveling.

• A 90s look with mom jeans

For a very '90s look, pair your mom jeans with a classic lace tank top and a colorful bomber.

How to choose mom jeans for your body type?

Mom jeans have often been discouraged for 0 and A shapes, but this is no longer the case. In fact, today's mom jeans for women are not a one-size-fits-all model, and depending on the color, the wider or narrower cut and the mid- or high-rise waist, you can find something to suit you, whatever your body type. Mom jeans are boyfriend jeans' big brother.

If you're hesitating between boyfriend jeans and mom jeans, which look very similar, you should know that boyfriend jeans are better suited to full-bodied women and mom jeans to slim women. Both have the advantage of being comfortable and easy to create androgynous looks.

For X-shaped morphologies, with a pronounced waist and shoulders in line with the pelvis, mom jeans will highlight your curves. If you choose to wear them a little loosely, you need to create volume at the top too, with a frilly top or a shirt with a wide collar.

The key is to create a harmonious silhouette.

For H-shaped body types, women's mom jeans are particularly advantageous, as they encircle the waist to create volume on this part of the body without constricting you.

For V-shaped morphologies, with hips smaller than shoulders, mom jeans may also be suitable, provided you choose a rather tight fit and accessorize with imposing boots, for example.

For 0-shaped women, choose high-waisted mom jeans and wear them with a fitted top and a pair of heeled sandals.

For A shapes, choose regular-fit mom jeans.

Choose dark-colored mom jeans, such as black, to naturally slim your lower body.

Can I wear mom jeans when I'm short?

Today, there's enough variety in women's mom jeans for you to find a pair that's not too long, preferably high-waisted and relatively snug-fitting if you're petite. Mom jeans have a tendency to become rounder, so you can wear heels with them to enhance your silhouette. You can also roll up the bottom of your mom jeans, revealing your ankles to create an optical illusion that makes you look slightly taller.