Rhinestone Chain Raw Hem Denim Shorts

Plain denim shorts are useful. These are the pair you reach for when useful is not the point. A rhinestone chain runs as the standout detail and the hem is left raw and unfinished, which is a deliberate contrast: something that sparkles sitting on something that deliberately does not. It is a combination that reads as evening without being fussy about it.

The base is proper denim, 85% cotton with 15% polyester, and there is no stretch in the fabric. That structure matters more than usual here, because a rigid denim holds the chain detail where it should sit rather than letting it pull or sag. It also means the waist measurement in the table is the measurement you get, so it is worth a look before choosing: waist runs from 28.3 inches in a small to 34.6 inches in an extra large, with hip moving from 39.4 inches to 45.7 inches. Bottom length runs 15 inches through to 16.1 inches, a little longer than a standard denim short.

Three colourways change the whole mood. Sky blue keeps it in classic denim territory, black makes the rhinestones the loudest thing in the outfit, and fuchsia pink commits fully. A plain fitted top is usually the right call, since the shorts are already doing the talking. Heeled sandals for a night out, or trainers and an oversized tee if you want to undercut the sparkle a bit.

Why you will love it

• Rhinestone chain detail as the standout feature
• Raw hem finish
• Rigid denim with no stretch, so the shape and the detail hold
• Bottom length of 15 to 16.1 inches
• Material composition: 85% cotton, 15% polyester
• Available in sky blue, black and fuchsia pink, sizes S to XL

Care

• Machine wash cold
• Tumble dry low