Why denim shorts are a summer staple
When the weather warms up, denim shorts are the first thing most of us reach for. They go with a tee, a bikini top or a blouse, and they only look better as they wear in. Our womens denim shorts span the whole range of rises and lengths, so whether you want a barely there cutoff or a longer, covered fit, there is a pair here. Made from denim, they are the hard wearing, endlessly restyleable basic every warm weather wardrobe is built on.
Denim short styles you can shop
The edit covers the cuts that matter, from classic to current:
- High rise jean shorts: sit at the natural waist, lengthen the leg and stay put when you move.
- Low rise jean shorts: a relaxed, throwback fit that sits lower on the hip.
- Distressed and cutoff styles: frayed hems and rips for an easy, lived in look.
- Longer bermuda and mid thigh fits: more coverage while keeping the denim feel.
- Black jean shorts and darker washes: a dressier alternative to classic blue.
Who denim shorts suit
There is a denim short for every shape once you find the right rise and length. A high rise nips in at the smallest part of the waist and flatters most figures, while a longer inseam gives more coverage on the thigh. If you like a bit of give, look for stretch denim that moves with you. Our plus size range carries the same styles in an extended fit, and the sizing guide helps you pick before you order.
How to style denim shorts
This is the easiest bottom to build an outfit around. Tuck a graphic tee into high rise jean shorts with sneakers for daytime, or dress them up with a black top and sandals for the evening. Layer a shirt or a light knit over the top when it cools, add a crossbody from bags, and finish with your favourite pair from shoes. For the beach, they slip over a swimsuit in a second; for a festival, pair them with boots and a cropped tee. A tucked in blouse and heeled sandals is enough to take the same shorts out for dinner, which is exactly why they earn a spot in every summer capsule.
Fit, wash and fabric
The right pair comes down to three things: the rise, the amount of stretch and the wash. Rigid, non stretch jean shorts hold their shape and fray beautifully; stretch blends feel softer and forgiving for all day wear. Lighter washes read casual and summery, while dark and black jean shorts lean smarter. Inseam changes everything too: a short inseam reads playful and leggy, a mid thigh cut is the easy everyday middle ground, and a longer bermuda gives comfortable coverage for running around. If you sit between two sizes, a stretch pair is the safer choice, since it gives at the waist and hip. Each product page lists the fabric and a size chart so you can match rise and inseam to your body.
Build the rest of the outfit
Denim shorts are the anchor, not the whole look. Pair them with pieces from our tops edit, and for the days you want full length instead, our jeans collection carries the same washes and rises in a long leg.
Find your denim shorts
From frayed cutoffs to longer, covered fits, our denim shorts are cut to flatter and built to last through summer after summer. Browse the washes and rises, choose your fit, and check out. Free shipping applies on US orders over $75.
