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Browse all DL1961 jeans →Taylor Jean Short Maternity Relaxed 7" | Nightshade
The verdict
Fit
Maternity fit with relaxed silhouette through hip and thigh, 7-inch inseam. Panel support is typical of maternity cuts.
Quality
DL1961's original '61 fabric is their core durable cotton blend. Maternity construction includes stretch panels for growing fit.
Is the price fair?
USD 149 full price is mid-tier for maternity denim, reflecting specialized construction.
Best for
Pregnant women seeking comfortable, well-designed shorts that grow with the body.
Care
Wash inside-out in cool water to preserve both the dye and stretch panel integrity.
What owners report about DL1961 jeans
Owners report the line's defining trait is its stretch fabric: reviewers say the jeans are very comfortable, do not bag out, and return to shape after washing — one long-term wearer said hers fit like new after every wash. Aggregated customer feedback is more mixed on sizing, splitting between snug and too big depending on style. Customer reviews on Trustpilot include a minority reporting early failures — fabric splitting and belt loops ripping within a few months — so durability reports are not uniform.
- Strengths
- Reviewers consistently praise the stretch fabric's comfort and shape retention — it stretches with the body without bagging out or losing shape between washes.
- Watch out for
- A minority of customer reviews report premature failures — fabric splits and ripped belt loops within months — and sizing feedback is inconsistent across styles.
- Sizing
- Mixed: one denim reviewer found them running slightly big and quite snug at the same waist size, while aggregated customer feedback splits between snug and too large — check the per-style fit notes before ordering.
About DL1961's jeans line as a whole. Sources: DL1961 Margaux Instasculpt Ankle Skinny Jeans Review — The Jeans Blog · DL1961 Jeans Review — Luci's Morsels · DL1961 Jeans Review — Honest Brand Reviews · DL1961 Premium Denim Reviews — Trustpilot
