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Essential Shorts

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Details & care

Made from a soft knit, these shorts will keep you comfy whether you're relaxing or running errands.

  • 2 1/2" inseam; 26" leg opening; 12 1/2" front rise; 14" back rise (size Medium)
  • Elastic/drawstring waist
  • Side-seam pockets
  • 80% cotton, 20% polyester
  • Machine wash, tumble dry
  • Imported
  • Item #5954496
  • Core Product ID 333335QDLH

Size info

  • XS=0-2, S=4-6, M=8-10, L=12-14, XL=16-18 (16W), XXL=20-22 (18W).
  • High rise.
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Rooted in a dedication to innovation and helping people improve their game, Nike asserts that we're all athletes and strives to outfit each of us with the high-performance gear our workouts need. Founded in Oregon by a track athlete and his coach, this now globally renowned brand creates inventive shoes and apparel for athletes at all levels. This brand meets Nordstrom Responsible Brands criteria: Nike has committed to science-based climate action, with targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in line with the latest climate science.

Reviews

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Fit: True to size

Most helpful positive review

Aug 3, 2020Incentivized review

comfy!!

I’m obsessed w these shorts! If you are someone with big thighs/butt these are the best. The waist runs big but can be cinched the drawstring. They don’t ride up which is a literal first for sweatshorts. Probably won’t work well if you have a small frame or skinny thighs
Pookycat93
10found this helpful

Most helpful critical review

May 17, 2020Incentivized review

Poor cut and does not look like on the picture

To begin with, these shorts are low-rise, not mid-rise, the photo is not accurate as the waist-line is at the very least 2 inches below the belly-button! The cut is rather strange too, way too baggy in front and cutting in between buttocks in the back. I've expected better from Nike! Returned immediately
MariaBou
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2 stars9%
1 star4%
May 17, 2020Incentivized review

Poor cut and does not look like on the picture

To begin with, these shorts are low-rise, not mid-rise, the photo is not accurate as the waist-line is at the very least 2 inches below the belly-button! The cut is rather strange too, way too baggy in front and cutting in between buttocks in the back. I've expected better from Nike! Returned immediately
MariaBou
Fit: True to size
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14found this helpful
Aug 3, 2020Incentivized review

comfy!!

I’m obsessed w these shorts! If you are someone with big thighs/butt these are the best. The waist runs big but can be cinched the drawstring. They don’t ride up which is a literal first for sweatshorts. Probably won’t work well if you have a small frame or skinny thighs
Pookycat93
Fit: True to size
Small
True to size
Large
10found this helpful
July 11, 2020Incentivized review

Strange fit!!

I really didn't like these. The fabric feels fake and a bit shiny, heavy for summer. The pockets are on the side and not so flattering, and not big enough for tennis balls. And the fit is strange - true to size except too high waisted/low crotch in front!
AJBoston1
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TOP 1000 REVIEWER
9found this helpful
July 9, 2020Incentivized review

Classic

So these are so cute and comfortable. Definitely a classic Nike short. I got these in Black and Grey in a XS, I’m 5’4 130 lbs. Anything bigger would’ve been not so flattering.
StuntDiva
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Small
True to size
Large
5found this helpful
Jan 18, 2022

Runs large

These shorts definitely run large, I ordered a small and they barely stayed up with the drawstring tied pretty tightly. What was more disappointing though, was the shade of pink was a much warmer pink than the cool tones pink in the photos.
LindaBelcher
4found this helpful
June 30, 2020Incentivized review

Size down for a perfect fit

I usually buy a medium but I read the reviews to size down and I am glad I did. The smalls fit me perfectly and I love the quality. Perfect for lounging, throwing over a swimsuit or working out.
Meeshkeesh
Fit: Runs slightly large
Small
True to size
Large
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