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The verdict
Fit
Member feedback is consistent that this maternity jean runs small, most often in the waist, so most reviewers advise sizing up. It follows the slim Lara ankle cut, which some owners of the standard Lara found short in the leg and roomier through the thigh.
Quality
Owners of the Lara line describe the denim as soft with good stretch and call the make good quality, though a few noted the ankle length ran short on taller frames. Rent the Runway's rental sample pool scored it lower overall, which points to some fit inconsistency across sizes.
Is the price fair?
At $188 it sits at the premium end of maternity denim; the stretch and comfort can justify that for shoppers who wear it across the whole pregnancy, but the runs-small fit makes trying it on first worthwhile.
Best for
Expectant shoppers who want a slim, mid-to-high-rise ankle maternity jean and are willing to size up for the right waist fit.
Care
Wash cold inside out and hang or lay flat to dry to protect the stretch comfort panels and preserve the color.
Grounded in reviewer & owner reports: Lara Ankle Maternity Jeans by Joe's Jeans | Rent the Runway · Joe's Jeans Petite Lara Reviews | Zappos.com
What owners report about Joe's Jeans jeans
Owners report the line is built around soft, high-stretch denim worn primarily for comfort, and many describe the fit as flattering on curvier figures in particular. Long-term owners report pairs holding up over years of wear, but repeat buyers note inconsistency between purchases in how much the fabric stretches and how thick it feels. Reviewers looking for sturdy, rigid denim say this line is not that — the fabric is light and stretch-heavy by design.
- Strengths
- Soft, stretch-heavy denim that owners consistently describe as comfortable for all-day wear and flattering, especially on curvier builds.
- Watch out for
- Repeat buyers report fabric stretch and thickness varying between purchases, and the lightweight stretch denim disappoints anyone expecting a thicker, sturdier jean.
- Sizing
- Reports split between true-to-size and running big; several reviewers recommend sizing down because the generous, stretchy fit relaxes further with wear.
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