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Kim Kardashian Defends Her High-Waisted 'Mom Jeans'

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Posted May 11th 2010 at 5:25PM  
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Kim Kardashian in the controversial jeans. Photo: Jason LaVeris/FilmMagic.com

Fashion and beauty mogul -- and everywhere reality It girl -- Kim Kardashian is defending her decision to strut her ample stuff in high-waisted denim last week after critics accused her of wearing dreaded "mom jeans."

Kardashian has taken to her official Web site to post the photo of the controversial jeans she wore with a crisp white shirt to an appearance in Sherman Oaks, Calif.

"For some reason high-waisted jeans are always branded with this negative term, and I think it's kind of ridiculous," she wrote. "I don't think these are mom jeans at all... and even if they are, who's to say any mom wouldn't look fabulous in them!?"

Not long after Kardahsian sported the skinny jeans -- which hit just below her natural waist and were accented by gold-tone buttons -- bloggers weighed in about whether to call the fashion police on the most enterprising member of the fashionable clan (who often opines on style matters on her blog).

"Any woman who is proud of her curves should be able to flaunt them in high-waisted jeans!!!" Kardashian wrote. "So you know what... I'm proud to rock the mom jeans!"

Sounds like Kardashian needs to organize a girls' night out with fellow reality star Jessica Simpson, who could have used a vocal ally during her own more questionable mom jeans incident last year.

Here at StyleList we'll be keeping our eyes on Kim's big sister -- and new mom -- Kourtney, to see if she borrows the offending pants anytime soon.

Meanwhile, read about the time our commander in chief wore the dad version of mom jeans.
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Tags: high waisted jeans, Jeans, jessica simpson, Kim kardashian, kourtney kardashian, mom jeans, skinny jeans
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Melody Lesser, 5-11-2010, 7:32PM

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Nope, those are not "Mom jeans." It takes more than just a high waist to define a pair of mom jeans which are also devoid of decoration, ill-fitting and completely unflattering to the butt. KK's jeans, with their sailor pants buttons and curve-hugging cut are nothing less than hot.

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charles, 5-11-2010, 10:21PM

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Mom or not -- where can I find these jeans???? Had a similar pair years back, little lower waist, zippers instead of buttons; were hot, hot, hot. loved the feel of zipping myself up in them -- want another pair, will buy 5 if I ever find them!!! These were tall size, fit as if tailored for me

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Larry Caldwell, 5-12-2010, 8:31PM

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Larry Caldwell

Stick to the subject Paula----no advertising----and don't go all 1st Amendment on me----READ the "Comments" RULES!

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malcsi11, 5-12-2010, 8:19PM

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I am very tired what the "critics" the bunch of good for nothing man who gossiping about woman cloths! What kinda job is that? Oh not an engineer IT specialist or teacher? Oh a gossip columnist!! Respectful....And we should be avare always what to wear!! Who cares if you feel good wear whatever you Kim or Jessica and any woman want!!

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waycross48, 5-12-2010, 8:20PM

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THE "OFFENDING" JEANS"......???? Since when are jeans that actually come to the waist considered "Mom" jeans?? These are cute and stylish and how many "MOM"S" do you know that look like this in a pair of jeans??? Not many!!! I think Kim is very stylish in her jeans and they fit amazingly well. I would give anything to look like this in high-waisted jeans. But to call them "the offending jean...." - come on!!!! These are darling jeans. Maybe you are simply JEAN JEALOUS!!!! You look amazing Kim - keep wearing your jeans!! Judy

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xxrosexofxsharyn, 5-12-2010, 8:44PM

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I can't believe people will actually complain about her wearing an outfit that looks great on her. I'd rather see someone wearing these so-called high waisted mom jeans than the kind that show someone's uh, "cleavage" i.e. low-waist.

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KC, 5-12-2010, 8:53PM

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I think Kim looks great in these jeans-if you have the curves & small waistline-why not show it off? This could very easily be a new trend for women who have curves-not the stick-figure models we are so accustom to seeing. Keep rockin' those jeans Kim-you look terrific.

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Bleu Lorax, 5-12-2010, 9:00PM

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malcsi11 - I am very tired trying to read what semi-illiterate commentors write on these blogging sites. Please go back to school and learn proper spelling, punctuation and grammar before you try to write any more comments that are offensive to those of us who love the English language. Since when is being a writer not a respectable job? Or in your little world are only the positions you mention ("engineer IT specialist or teacher") considered appropriate? By the way, your written self-expression is disgusting and makes you sound like a hillbilly.

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doris, 5-12-2010, 9:15PM

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OMG!!!! i think Kim looks GREAT she could wear a potato sack and still look great so stop with all the labeling mom jeans how immature are you people

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sanford press, 5-12-2010, 9:20PM

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sanford press

go to walmart jc penney target etc one day and look at the women customers. I don't think anyone gives a crap

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Amy and Tim, 5-12-2010, 9:35PM

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Amy and Tim

She looks great (ummm...I'm a "mom" with a decent figure, but there's NO way I could rock those like Kim does!). I love the way she has a sense of humor and confidence about herself.

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Mary Affonso, 5-12-2010, 10:15PM

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I think it's great ! Shows off a real firgure. Women like me in our 60's will love it.



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becky thompson, 5-12-2010, 9:55PM

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I THINK SHE LOOKS GREAT IN THOSE JEANS ! ALSO WHAT KIND OF AN IDIOT CALLS NOT LOOKING SLUTTY ,MOM JEANS? I CANNOT STAND THE IDIOSITY!

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tres, 5-12-2010, 10:17PM

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You know and I know that those are not mom jeans. This media hound makes everything into a DRAMA for the publicity. BAN this family.

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SJ, 5-12-2010, 10:26PM

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I agree with tres.

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KT, 5-12-2010, 10:26PM

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THEY USE THE TERM "MOM" LIKE IT'S A DIRTY WORD. THERE ARE WORSE THINGS THAN BEING LIKE YOUR MOM. HOW THE NUMBER OF KIDS THAT REACH ADULTHOOD REMAINS HIGH ELUDES ME. I DON'T CONDONE KILLING THEM HOWEVER, I UNDERSTAND IT. JACKASSES.

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Opihi, 5-12-2010, 10:28PM

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Why gals ... and designers .. haven't realized that low waisted jeans make your legs look short, I don't know. I like pants without a waistband, which are waist high .... then add a low slung belt slanted over the hips .... looks great!

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Brian, 5-14-2010, 12:29PM

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These jeans are what ALL the hot babes used to wear in the 80's - guys LOVE them. These jeans show off all the sexy curves - just what every red blooded guy wants to see. ENOUGH OF THE LOWRIDER JEANS

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papam11, 5-12-2010, 10:42PM

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She needs high wasted jeans to cover that "trailer" she's towing behind her. That IS NOT a nice backside, that's just plain HUGE. Wonder if she "beeps" when she backs up.

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Oscar P, 5-12-2010, 10:49PM

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She can wear a trash can and look good. Don't listen to comments Kim they are just haters.

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