Let’s dive right in. Is mottandbow.com (the denim-focused clothing shop) a legit wesbite? The short answer is yes, they are legitimate. I received my clothing order and successfully returned everything for a refund. Now the biggest question is, would I shop here again?
In this honest and detailed review, I will share my purchase and return experience, my thoughts on their clothing, brand information/research, and my final verdict/recommendation. Keep reading for more!
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About Mott and Bow
Is Mott and Bow sustainable?
Yes, they appear to be somewhat sustainable. With materials like hemp, recycled polyester, and organic cotton, their new Eco-Friendly Denim line utilizes preferred fibers and materials that comply with global sustainability standards. I can also confirm that my items arrived with minimal packaging (most items were not inside plastic bags) and arrived in a cardboard box.
Read this article, 13 Easy Ways To Know If A Brand Is Fast Fashion by Panaprium, for tell-tale signs of a fast fashion company.
Where are Mott and Bow jeans made?
All three jeans in my order were made in Honduras.
Where is Mott and Bow located?
According to their Return policy and marketing emails, they are located in the United States. They are located at the following addresses:
- 379 W Broadway New York, NY 10012
- 785 County Road CB, Neenah, WI 54956
However, according to the Page Transparency section of their Facebook page, most of their page managers are located in Honduras and Argentina.
More Shop Details
- The website mottandbow.com was registered in April 2013. It appears that they started out exclusively selling men’s jeans.
- According to their Terms of Use page, their legal business name is Mott & Bow, Inc.
- They offer free shipping over $150.
- They allow returns within 30 days of placing your order for STORE CREDIT ONLY (this policy has changed since my purchase).
- For mail-in returns, there is a $9 processing fee. With Happy Returns Bar, there is a $5 processing fee.
Mott and Bow Review and Order Details
I ordered the below items on 10/28/2023 to my address in North Carolina (United States). I paid a total of $344.07 to Mott & Bow, Inc. via PayPal. The charge appears on my credit card statement as “PAYPAL *MOTTBOWINC”. – View Order Confirmation
1) Fitted V-Neck Marcy Tee
- Color, Size, and Cost: Crimson / L / $40
- Country: Made in Peru
- Material: 50% Pima Cotton / 50% Modal
Expectation: It is exactly what I was expecting in terms of overall appearance.
Quality: In my opinion, the quality is mediocre. See my Quality Comparison & Rating Chart to know my current quality-rating standards.
Fit: I ordered based on the size guide provided, and it fits well. View my Body Measurements for size reference.
Keep or Return: I would return this Mott and Bow shirt.
While the material is soft and lightly stretchy, and it overall fits well, it is paper-thin and MUCH too expensive for the quality. I don’t think this would come out looking the same after a wash-and-dry cycle.
2) High-Rise Skinny Ann Jeans
- Color, Size, and Cost: Dark Blue / Medium / $67.90
- Country: Made in Honduras
- Material: 69% Cotton / 15% Modal / 14% Polyester / 2% Elastane
Expectation: They are not what I was expecting in terms of overall appearance. They look a few shades darker in person.
Quality: In my opinion, the quality of the materials overall is okay, however, it is poorly constructed (the back seam and pockets are crooked). See my Quality Comparison & Rating Chart to know my current quality-rating standards.
Fit: I ordered based on the size guide provided, and they fit well. View my Body Measurements for size reference.
Keep or Return: I would return these Mott and Bow skinny jeans.
While the quality of the material feels fine, the front pockets are shallow, and the jeans are overall sewn poorly. The back pockets are sewn at different heights, the center back seam has a permanently wrinkled area (this clearly wasn’t ironed flat prior to being sewn over), and the back seam is crooked.
3) Slim Boyfriend Hubert Jeans
- Color, Size, and Cost: Light Blue / 29×28 / $93.90
- Country: Made in Honduras
- Material: 96% Cotton / 3% Polyester / 1% Elastane
Expectation: They are what I was expecting, for the most part, in terms of overall appearance. The blue color is a bit less bright and warm in person.
Quality: In my opinion, the quality is decent. See my Quality Comparison & Rating Chart to know my current quality-rating standards.
Fit: I ordered based on the size guide provided, and they fit well. View my Body Measurements for size reference.
Keep or Return: I would return these Mott and Bow boyfriend jeans.
While I like the look, fit, and semi-stretchy material, they have an issue. When worn, you can see a small bulge sticking out of the front where the zipper is. When you look on the inside, a section of the fly’s material is thick (it should have been made flatter). When worn, the thick area shows through slightly. This bothers me enough to pass on these jeans. I also don’t like that the front pockets are shallow. I have small hands, and they cannot completely fit inside.
4) Mom Charlton Jeans
- Color, Size, and Cost: Light Blue / 29×28 / $119
- Country: Made in Honduras
- Material: 80% Cotton / 13% Hemp / 6% Recycled Cotton / 1% Elastane
Expectation: They are not what I was expecting in terms of overall appearance. The color is an entirely different shade of blue.
Quality: In my opinion, the quality is mediocre. See my Quality Comparison & Rating Chart to know my current quality-rating standards.
Fit: I ordered based on the size guide provided, and they fit well. View my Body Measurements for size reference.
Keep or Return: I would return these Mott and Bow mom jeans.
While I think that these are cute, and I like the slightly stretchy material, they are MUCH too expensive for the quality. They feel like they have been through the wash and dry cycle at least ten times, and they feel thin and flimsy. I also don’t like that the front pockets are shallow. I have small hands, and they cannot completely fit inside.
Shipment Info
I received four items in one package, and the package came from a warehouse in the United States. I was provided a tracking number.
Package Shipped From- 785 County Road CB, Suite 100, Neenah, WI 54956
- Order placed on Sat, October 28th
- Order shipped on Mon, October 30th
- Order received on Wed, November 1st
Total time of 4 days
Note: Their shipping policy states up to 7 business days (including processing time) for standard U.S. shipping.
Return & Refund Info
I requested a return through their return portal on November 4th. My request was approved instantaneously, and I was provided a QR code to be scanned at my nearest Happy Returns bar (a return solution offered by PayPal). I dropped the items off on November 4th at my local participating Gamestop. A return processing fee of $5 was deducted from my refund.
I received a full refund (minus the $5 processing fee) of $339.07 on November 4th. I received the refund the same day that I mailed the package. – View Refund Receipt
Provided Return Address– Unknown
Support Experience
- The return process was very fast and easy. I got the approval and refund the same day!
- While using their return portal, I was provided the option of mailing the return myself for a $9 return fee, or through Happy Returns for a $5 return fee.
- After requesting the return through their portal, they sent me a separate email offering a free exchange, or store credit (no return fee). Both options also include a $45 discount code for the next purchase. I did not accept these offers, and moved forward with a standard return.
Is Mott and Bow Legit or a Scam?
Similar Sites & Analysis
According to Copyleaks (premium), the below plagiarism is detected:
- Nothing was found.
Do I Recommend This Shop?
Based on my experience, they are a legitimate shop. I paid for my items, received them within the estimated time frame, successfully completed a return, and received a full refund (minus a return fee).
With that being said, I personally would not shop here again.
As for the positives, the shipping was VERY fast, the return process was simple and cheap, I got the refund the same day I dropped off the return, and they have an eco-friendly collection.
Regarding the negatives, I am less than impressed with the clothing quality. Some of the items were poorly made (the skinny jeans in particular were sewn horrendously, and the tee feels thinner than tissue paper), and the prices are overall steep. If I am going to pay over $100 for a pair of jeans, they should not feel flimsy and like they have been through the wash ten times!
To wrap up this review, regardless of my experience, be sure to read as many customer reviews as possible. If you found this post helpful in your search for Mott and Bow reviews, please consider sharing and commenting (via Reddit) below. Have a great day!
– Noelle
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