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The Jessie Frayed High Waist Relaxed Denim Shorts

Joe's

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Details & care

Take it easy in these relaxed-fit denim shorts made with frayed hems, low stretch and a vintage-inspired wash.

  • 4" inseam; 24 1/2" leg opening; 11" front rise; 15" back rise
  • 99% cotton, 1% elastane
  • Machine wash, tumble dry
  • Imported
  • Item #7464787
  • Core Product ID 3333378GBX

Size info

  • If between sizes, order one size up.
  • 23=000, 24=00, 25=0, 26=2, 27=4, 28=6, 29=8, 30=10, 31=12, 32=14, 33=16, 34=18.
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Joe's

Founded as Joe's Jeans in 2001 by Creative Director Joe Dahan, Joe's began as a groundbreaker in the premium-denim category. Today, Joe's is a perpetual leader in the industry, renowned for its quality and innovation. Loyal fans seek out the brand's flawless fit for specific body types. Building on its success in premium denim, the line has expanded to include a range of apparel and footwear.

Reviews

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Fit: Runs slightly large

Most helpful positive review

Apr 29, 2023

love love love

I think these fit in the “slightly oversized trend” category. I’m a size 2 and got the 26 and they fit comfortably, not too tight but not too loose either. No one wants to be squeezed into denim shorts in the blazing hot summer. I love the color. Maybe slightly lighter than the photo but I actually wanted lighter denim (the other review said they’re lighter than the pic, so that’s why I got them). Very happy and I’m thinking I need another pair as I write this lol
livingwaterway
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2found this helpful

Most helpful critical review

Mar 3, 2023

Color is completely different

First off, the color is completely different in person than what the picture shows online. They are a lot more faded which is what I did NOT want. Secondly, I’m in between a size 26 & 27 so I ordered the 27. They are pretty roomy. The 26 would have fit much better. Lastly, the quality seems decent but if I’m spending over $100 on shorts, I want them to be perfect. Will likely return.
MLynch
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Mar 3, 2023

Color is completely different

First off, the color is completely different in person than what the picture shows online. They are a lot more faded which is what I did NOT want. Secondly, I’m in between a size 26 & 27 so I ordered the 27. They are pretty roomy. The 26 would have fit much better. Lastly, the quality seems decent but if I’m spending over $100 on shorts, I want them to be perfect. Will likely return.
Verified purchase
MLynch
Fit: Large
Small
True to size
Large
Size purchased:
27
Color:
NOT YOUR BABE
Height:
5'6"
Weight:
135 lb.
6found this helpful
June 10, 2023

Not very relaxed.

These are very nice quality, and have held up to multiple washes without the fraying getting out of hand. But they are not truly "relaxed". It is impossible to find denim shorts if you have large thighs. How do 0 designers realize that nobody wants shorts that are TIGHT or dig into their thighs? Update your patterns for bigger sizes! Only someone with relatively skinny legs and a bigger waist line will get a fit like the model in the photos. But really, those individuals get this fit in any shorts. These are wearable. Some seasons go by where I cannot buy shorts at all. They don't cut into my legs, but, they pretty much fit right to skin. Denim quality is good, color is good, just disappointed by the fit as usual.
SaraG117
Fit: True to size
Small
True to size
Large
Size purchased:
29
Color:
Not Your Babe
Height:
5'8"
Weight:
165 lb.
4found this helpful
Apr 29, 2023

love love love

I think these fit in the “slightly oversized trend” category. I’m a size 2 and got the 26 and they fit comfortably, not too tight but not too loose either. No one wants to be squeezed into denim shorts in the blazing hot summer. I love the color. Maybe slightly lighter than the photo but I actually wanted lighter denim (the other review said they’re lighter than the pic, so that’s why I got them). Very happy and I’m thinking I need another pair as I write this lol
Verified purchase
livingwaterway
Fit: True to size
Small
True to size
Large
Size purchased:
26
Color:
NOT YOUR BABE
2found this helpful
Apr 17, 2026

Big fan!

Love these! Very cute and great for summer, highly recommend!
Reposted from joesjeans.com
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Ash K
July 30, 2025

Button fly and big!

Color is as described on the website. I wished the description said they were button fly - I looked again just now and it's not marked. They are too big even though I read a number of the other reviews and sized down. Also, even though relaxed, they are just not cute at all. Returning.
Reposted from nordstromrack.com
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cyn8
June 17, 2024

perfect summer short

I love that these shorts aren’t too short or too long. They are also not too tight on the thighs if you have an athletic build or larger thighs. Love them!
BschmIesi
Fit: True to size
Small
True to size
Large
Size purchased:
30
Height:
5’9”
Weight:
170 lb.
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