If you’ve been reading for a while, you know that I’m working on my body. I don’t care to lose weight, though that is a definite bonus and I have plenty of weight to be lost, but I do care about becoming the healthiest me I can possibly be.
Through lifting weights and moderate cardio, my body is really beginning to change. I know that I’m losing weight so I don’t want to spend a ton of money on new pants, but I need something that doesn’t sag on my butt. My booty is too big to look like it’s sagging. I don’t want people coming up to me in the store to let me know I’ve got a little surprise in my pants or something.
So I ran to my favorite Sears to try on some new pants. I have 2 pair of jeans that fit which means that at least every third day, I smell a little stale when I have to wear 2 day old jeans. Mainly because nothing gets between me and my denim, if you know what I mean. *wink wink*
I shudder when I think about shopping for new pants. I’m shaped like a ladle. I’m really small up top but I absolutely explode from the hips down. When I hold my hands above my head, I look like you could use me to dip soup out of a giant soup bowl. The similarities are uncanny.
This causes some serious pants shopping problems. Pants are generally too large in the waistband and too tight in the thighs. I get this 4″ gap in the back of my pants because my butt is so much bigger than my waist. Back in the early 90’s when high-waited pants were the style, I lived with a perma-gap in my pants. It wasn’t cute. Gave me a huge complex. That sat right on top of my ample buns.
Then came the super low rise jeans of the early 2000’s. Have I mentioned that I have an ENORMOUS rear end? Even when I’m in the best shape of my life, my butt is super big. Those jeans did nothing for my dignity. NOTHING.
Which is exactly why I generally stick to skirts and dresses. Or used to. Now my thighs rub together and threaten to start fires between my legs when I walk, so I’m back to jeans.
Jeans in the snow.
Jeans at work.
Jeans for dressy functions.
Jeans in 125* heat with 98% humidity.
Pajama Jeans for bed. (I keed, I keed)
But the prospect of finding jeans that hug my butt, fit my hips, and touch my waist, all while being comfortable enough to sit down is anxiety-inducing.
When I got to Sears, I noticed a big sign for Lee Jeans . They were on sale so I figured I’d give them a try. I remember back in the day, my mom and I wore Lee all the time, but their classic fit always did “the gap” at the waist on me. I grabbed a couple sizes and fits, and ran to the dressing room before anyone saw that I’m STILL in a size 18 (in these jeans anyways). I tried the first pair on and was really impressed with the fit. They zipped up easily and came to about an inch under my belly button. They also didn’t gap at the back which is always so shocking to me. I had grabbed a “short” size and they hit the floor perfectly where they should rather than having a couple inches extra bunched up around my cankles.
I put on a pair of the classic fit and got a big gap in the back . Some things never change.
I ended up with TWO new pairs of jeans, one dark, one medium wash, and I am SO pleased with the fit. I’ve been livin’ the mom life in comfort and I’ve even had some compliments on my booty from people other than those in my immediate family.
What did I accomplish today in these jeans?
- Shuttled The Nerd to school after missing his alarm.
- Took The Muffin to the doctor across town because her cough was sounding really gnarly.
- Baked a batch of Brownie Bites.
- Hosted a play date.
- Made dinner
- Did bath
- Cleaned the kitchen.
- and now I’m writing this post in them. Comfortably.
#2 at work:
With a genuine comfort waistband and fits for every body..
These aren’t your mom’s jeans, OK? They’re my jeans. I’m a mom, they cover my bubble butt, they skim my hips, and they fit my waist. So you can snark at me for wearing “ mom jeans ” all you want, but I’m going to ask you if you want coffee with that muffin top next time you walk by in your junior’s jeans while toting your toddler around. Then I might call you over to my house to repair my sink when you bend over to pick up the binkie that your babe dropped in the mulch at the playground and your butt crack hangs out.
My butt crack will be hiding securely in my new jeans – we aren’t single and lookin’ to mingle.
I think Lee should hire me to be their new “Real Woman” Spokesmodel, don’t you think?
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Brandi says
Those jeans look so good on you, girl!!!! Yes!!!
Summer says
Thanks, Brandi! they are comfortable too! And I don’t have to worry about pulling them back up every time I stand up.
MR right says
Yo are loking wery God in those jeans
Love your booty ?
Brooke says
I just about spit out my tea at the “coffee with your muffin top” bit. I wonder if I can find some of those in short sizes. 🙂
Summer says
Brooke, they DO come in short sizes! Go get some!
Emilee Rister says
I really love the way those fit you Summer! I am going to take a look online for some colored jeans like those. Loved the post and the mom jeans pic of me! hahahaha Good job!
Summer says
Thanks, mama! They !do fit well and are comfortable!
Maegan L. says
I hate shopping for jeans! Nice find.
Tara says
Omg…your description of how jeans fit you in the beginning of this post is EXACTLY what I have been dealing with for my entire life! …except I can never find them long enough. Apparently if you have a big butt, you couldn’t have POSSIBLY been graced with long legs as well. 😉 I’m so glad I found your blog. 😀
Summer says
HAHA! That’s hilarious! I noticed that Lee had short, medium, and long lengths so perhaps you could give them a try! I’m SO glad you found my blog too! 😉
Travis says
You wear thongs
Michelle says
Those look so great on you! I’ve always hated shopping for jeans.
Summer says
Thanks! Shopping for jeans generally stinks. I usually strike out, but this was a home run trip!
Tiffany says
Summer…. you make me laugh until I cry. Thank you for being YOU!
Summer says
I’m glad I am able to provide you with some comedic relief, Tiffany! xoxo
Mallery Schuplin says
Your ba donk a donk is looking mighty fine in those jeans!
Summer says
Why thank you, Mallery! You’re lucky and your ba donk a donk always looks mighty fine.
Heather says
Those look great on you! Love your little comments about junior jeans…something happened to me when I turned 30 and those jeans are not appropriate for this momma!
Summer says
I TOTALLY agree! It’s funny how that works, isn’t it?
Elizabeth Towns says
Wow, Summer – those jeans look good on you. And you’ve got junk in the trunk. I sure would like some Lee jeans if they’re gonna look amazing on me too! Seriously, though, finding jeans that don’t look like Mom jeans is serious business. I’m a single mom, and I like to look good while I’m doing my parenting thing. Great post.
Summer says
Heck yeah, girl! You’ve got to look good when you’re being the mama! It makes you feel better too! You’ve got to go give some a try.
Kathleen says
I have a similar problem, my booty is big too and I can never find Jeans that fit me right either (I’m also petitie.) Looks like you found a winner, they look great!
Summer says
I have SUPER SHORT Legs, so I wear “petite” clothes too, but I’m not “petite” in the “small” sense of the word. HAHA! And thanks! I like them a lot.
Loretta S. says
Hehhee! Loved this post. I swear, that could be my bod there in the shadow beside the ladel. Long live the big bum girls! 🙂 Kudos for being courageous and posting this.
Summer says
YAY for big bums! I’m finally embracing it. Metaphorically speaking. If I was flexible enough to actually embrace my butt I’d be in the circus, not sitting behind this computer screen.
Amanda says
I’m going to come right out there and admit it …I’m jealous of your booty!! I always have just the opposit problem with the booty — mine sag because I have absolutely NO booty!!! Please hand over some of yours to this poor girl whose jeans always leave my butt to be lacking.
Summer says
Amanda you’re FUNNY! It makes buying pants SO HARD! Impossible sometimes. I’d be happy to give you half!
Katharine says
Great post! Loved reading it, and you seem like such a fun(ny), authentic person. That’s the best!
Summer says
Thanks, Katharine! I’m pretty awesome if I do say so myself. HAHA! JK. If anything, I always try to be authentic.
Danielle says
I am in love with my Lees. Not only do they fit amazingly well, their new styles are super cute too! Definitely not the Lee jeans I remember growing up with.
Niki S. says
As a founding member of the BBC {Big Booty Club}, I would like to formally welcome you aboard. lol
You go girl!
You better embrace that big ol’ butt and rock it for all it’s worth!
Oh, yeah and nice jeans too. : )
Alicia K says
Summer – these look GREAT on you. I always forget about Lee. Thanks for reminding me!
Sarah says
Your description of finding jeans is EXACTLY how it is for me as well. LONG LIVE THE BIG BOTTOM GIRLS! Lol. Those jeans look fantastic on your buttocks….Now my question is this….do they keep their shape? I can’t stand a droopy jean…
May i ask for a few pictures and storys says
Wow.
Marcus says
Yes, I like your big booty, it suits u well
DD says
Those pants look fantastic! You’re really not shaped like a ladle, though… Don’t you see how much your shoulders flare from your waist, even with your arms raised? You’re much more hourglass than pear.