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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Rachel
Reposted from madewell.com
Apr 19, 2026
Fit Great
I'm 4'11" and the size 25. The length is great (nothing hangs out). I have bigger thighs and they aren't too tight like most jean shorts are. The inseam is a great fit also. They are even comfortable when sitting down.
denimfan
Reposted from madewell.com
Apr 16, 2026
Loveeeee
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Perfect length and stretchy. I have long legs so can never find shorts long enough and these are perfect.
Lauren
Reposted from madewell.com
Apr 14, 2026
The best jean shorts!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These shorts are perfect! I have such a hard time finding jean shorts that fit me well that are comfy - these are them! As soon as I put them on, they were an immediate 'yes!'
Shan
Reposted from madewell.com
Verified purchase
Apr 11, 2026
Nice elevated but comfy shorts
Soft and comfortable while looking nice and structured. Good fit. Some stretch.
Jenn
Reposted from madewell.com
Apr 4, 2026
Super flattering
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I recently bought these shorts and absolutely love them. They run true to size, have the right amount of stretch, and are the perfect length. Highly recommend.
Katherine
Reposted from madewell.com
Apr 3, 2026
Great
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Great shorts! They fit well and are a perfect length
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