Details & care
Based on Madewell's best-selling Emmett pants, this shorts version comes in a fitted A-line silhouette with a high rise and front patch pockets. The denim combines the holds-you-in structure of rigid jeans with a touch of stretch for day-one comfort.
- 4" inseam; 23" leg opening; 10 1/2" front rise; 14" back rise
- Zip fly with button closure
- Front patch pockets; back patch pockets
- 99% cotton, 1% elastane
- Machine wash, tumble dry
- Imported
- Item #11264433
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Size info
- The brand says this runs true to size.
- 23=000, 24=00, 25=0, 26=2, 27=4, 28=6, 29=8, 30=10, 31=12, 32=14, 33=16, 34=16-18 (14W),
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Ashi
Reposted from madewell.com
Verified purchase
Mar 18, 2026
Just right
Finally found the pair of denim shorts I'd be looking for. They are the perfect length - not too short, not too long. And the cut is just right - not tight but not too flared either.
Luv2shop
Reposted from madewell.com
Mar 17, 2026
No raw hem!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These are a perfect fit - love the pockets, high rise, loose leg
Anabel
Reposted from madewell.com
Mar 12, 2026
Amazing shorts
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These are amazing shorts and I love the high waist. They are very flattering!
Anonymous
Reposted from madewell.com
Verified purchase
Mar 1, 2026
Love these
Cute shorts. Perfect for warm weekends. True to size.
denimluvr
Reposted from madewell.com
Feb 27, 2026
good summer short
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] cute simple everyday summer short!
Hannahkate
Reposted from madewell.com
Feb 21, 2026
Super Comfy Everyday Shorts
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Get your true size they stretch as you move around 💕
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