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The Essex Mid-Length Shorts

Madewell

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Current Price $88.50
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Previous Price $118.00
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Color: Worn Mid Indigo
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The fit: slung low for a relaxed drop at the natural waist, these mid-length shorts are easy through the hips and thighs with a baggy leg, complimented with floral embroidery. Effortless and versatile, this pair strikes the perfect balance of style and comfort.

  • 5" inseam; 23" leg opening; 11 1/4" front rise; 14" back rise
  • Zip fly with button closure
  • Five-pocket style
  • 100% cotton
  • Machine wash, tumble dry
  • Imported
  • Item #11388422
  • Core Product ID 333334EQYM

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  • 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.
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Apr 30, 2026Incentivized review

Super Cute

I want to love these so much. They are super cute and feel good. They fit my legs and butt at a size 29 but they leave a huge gap at my waist. For reference I am 5'7, 159lbs, I have a short torso and an hourglass shape body. I could get them altered but honestly I'm on a weight-loss journey so I would rather buy them again in a smaller size when I lose more weight. Definitely worth trying.
Fit: Runs slightly large
Small
True to size
Large
Size purchased:
29
Usual size:
29, 28
Color:
WORN MID INDIGO
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Gemini_Girly
Body shape:
Waist narrower than shoulders and hips
Height:
5'7"
Weight:
159 lb.
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May 20, 2026

Cute and great for curvy women

I love these shorts! I ordered my usual MW size and they fit just fine. I have larger hips, and they do fit a larger on the waist, but my hips hold it up. I’d say they are great for my curvy ladies.
Fit: Runs slightly large
Small
True to size
Large
Size purchased:
31
Usual size:
31
Color:
WORN MID INDIGO
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Minervalovesshoes
Body shape:
Waist narrower than shoulders and hips
Height:
5'6"
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May 15, 2026

Adorable but runs large

I have worn Madewell for a long time and know they typically run large in most bottoms. I got my usual Madewell size 26 and these looked way too big. They weren't falling off but the proportions just didn't flatter at all. I would maybe try a size 25 but not sure if this style is for me since I'm petite. Love the embroidery detail though. They are high quality and very unique! Wish they worked for me.
Fit: Runs slightly large
Small
True to size
Large
Size purchased:
26
Usual size:
26
Color:
WORN MID INDIGO
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lah814
Body shape:
Hips narrower than shoulders, Waist narrower than shoulders and hips
Height:
5'3"
Weight:
122 lb.
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May 3, 2026
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