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Browse all MOTHER button-ups →XiRENA Mae Shirt - White
The verdict
Fit
Tailored and refined fit; runs slim as typical for the label. White may show at the collar and cuffs; consider your laundry routine.
Quality
Designer-grade woven construction expected at this tier; clean, long-lasting seams and fabric structure typical of the house.
Is the price fair?
At $185.50 (30% off), premium pricing persists. White basics at designer labels cost more for heritage and fit than function.
Best for
Minimalists and designer-focused buyers who value clean, tailored silhouettes and brand provenance over raw durability.
Care
White wovens need careful laundering to avoid yellowing; cold water and gentle detergent recommended.
Fit check: MOTHER
True to sizeMOTHER mostly fits true to size with a snug waist and long legs, but a handful of denim cuts stray a full size in either direction.
Owners and denim reviewers land on true to size as the baseline — one petite reviewer wears her usual 25 "in most Mother styles," and an editorial roundup calls the fit true to size and slightly snug in the waist. The caveat is cut-level: reviewers report the Insider and Looker styles running small and the Ditcher and Dodger running large, with one long-term buyer ranging from a 24 to a 26 across styles. Tops and sweatshirts draw quieter feedback but are consistently reported true to size with a relaxed cut. Inseams run long, so shorter wearers lean on the Lil (petite) line or plan to hem.
Sizing advice: Order your usual size as the default, but check the specific cut's reviews first — size up in the Insider/Looker-type slim crops, down in the Ditcher/Dodger, and consider the Lil line if you're petite.
Per owner & reviewer reports: Our Review of Mother Denim — Denimblog · Mother Denim Review for Petites — Serious About Styling · A MOTHER Denim Review — New Inspired
