Distressed Slit Denim Shorts

Denim shorts earn their place in a summer wardrobe by being the easiest thing in the drawer to reach for, and this distressed pair makes that job simple. The slit at the hem opens up the leg line and gives the shorts a little more attitude than a plain cutoff, while the distressing keeps everything looking lived in rather than brand new. A button closure and working pockets round out a piece that reads relaxed without looking careless.

The fabric is a blend of 85% cotton and 15% polyester with no stretch, so these shorts hold their shape through the day the way traditional denim always has. Expect a firm hand that softens as you wear and wash them. Because the weave does not give, we suggest checking the waist and hip numbers in the size table below before choosing your size rather than assuming your usual letter. Sizes run from S through 2XL, and the inseam stays short across the whole range.

Styling is where these really pay off. Pair them with a cropped tee and white sneakers for errands, swap in a silky cami and slides once the evening warms up, or throw them on over a swimsuit as your walk to the beach layer. A tucked in tank plus a woven belt turns the same shorts into something you could happily wear to a patio lunch. The medium wash sits comfortably between light and dark, which means it plays well with almost every color already hanging in your closet.

Why you will love it

• Distressed finish with a slit hem for an easy lived in look
• Pocketed with a button closure
• Material composition: 85% cotton, 15% polyester
• No stretch, so the shape holds through the day
• Offered in sizes S through 2XL in a medium wash

Care

• Machine wash cold
• Tumble dry low