Think about your favorite pair of jeans. You know the ones: you wore them until they started falling apart, then you got them discretely patched, and when they wore out for a second time you kept wearing them until your best friend (or boyfriend, or mom) insisted that it was time to say goodbye.

Then, you kind of sort of maybe mourned a little.  (But just a little.)

Okay, you may not have done this, but I have.  Finding the right pair of jeans is hell.

• I’m short.
• …but I have long legs.
• …and a short torso.
• …and a big butt.
• …with a small, short waist.

It’s freaking complicated.

A few years ago, my favorite pair of Calvin Kleins bit the dust. After a brief period of denial (I could totally have re-patched the thighs…for a third time…) I went to my trusty Nordstrom to find another pair.  I was disappointed with the women’s section – everything was too long – and I left the teen section empty-handed rather than deal with jeans so low I’d get mistaken for a plumber.  I made one last attempt in the petite section (known for its plethera of polyester and “mom clothes”) and was handed a brand I’d never heard of before: Kut Denim.

At the time I was introduced to them, they were called Kut from the Kloth and the branding was kind of…”mom jeans.”  The trusty sales associate assured me, though, that trying these on was worth it…and she was right.  They fit like a dream, and looked as good as they felt.  Kut’s About Page explains the method behind the marketing (in a less “mom jean” way):

With an emphasis on a strategic fading, each pair of our jeans is individually hand sanded giving it a warm, naturally faded look. Our cut is designed to slim down and elongate your thighs. Our pockets accentuate the body. The fit, feel, and shape are universally appealing. And our attention to fit means you will always feel comfortable in KUT™ without sacrificing style.

And they’re not lying:

Shirt: Market Clothing
Jeans: Kut Denim
Wedges: 80%20 – Lily

The snug, comfortable fit, combined with a relaxed wash and fade (love that whiskering at the front pocket) make it a really easy weekend jean.  (Even if I’m feeling gross otherwise, my legs will still look good when I bump into that irritating ex at the grocery store.  Looking good?  Why yes I am, thank you.)

So I’m not only defending Kut Denim, I’m outright telling you to try a pair.  Whether or not they’re mom jeans, they’re still hot.

And I’m okay with looking like a MILF.