I’ve given you all the rundown on my favorite summer wardrobe staples (currently, that is) – now, let’s talk specifically about denim shorts.
Jean shorts may be one of the most versatile choices for your everyday summer wardrobe, but finding the right fit can be so tricky. In my experience, the best denim shorts are flattering, youthful (but age-appropriate), don’t get baggy throughout the day, and don’t ride up so high that your bottom is showing when you pick up your kid’s toy (or go to tie your shoe!). Finding the perfect pair takes a lot of work. But when you do, it feels oh-so-good,, and you reap the wearability rewards.
I’m always on the hunt for the next best pair,, but happy to report that I have managed to nail down three pairs that check all of my boxes for Summer 2022. Below is a peek at my current rotation.
My Favorite Pairs of Jean Shorts
AGOLDE Long Loose Vintage Shorts —
They are the best jeans shorts on the market in my opinion. I love that they fit through my waist (great for tucking in a crisp white tee or keeping everything in for a flowy blouse). They look long on the model, but I love the length and think it’s the perfect balance between feeling like you have good coverage without feeling matronly/frumpy. The length is ideal for a busy mom (or busy human!) that doesn’t want to feel self-conscious when bending over to pick something up, sitting down, etc. So perfect — trust me! I love them more and more with every wear.
AGOLDE Dee Shorts —
I found these via Samanda at Could I Have That and couldn’t resist ordering them. I’m happy to report I’m as obsessed as I thought I would be! They are shorter than the Parker Long Loose Shorts but not too short. I love how they feel fitted through my waist and then loosen up around my thighs, so I don’t feel like a squeezed sausage. I also love the slit detail on the sizes to give them a looser look/feel. They fit true to size, but some of you might want to size up for a slightly looser fit. Overall, just sooooo good!
Madewell Relaxed Denim Shorts Lemar —
I love these shorts and have returned to them for two summers now. They get my vote for best value — The denim feels excellent and wears well. My only suggestion is to size DOWN as I find they run big. I usually take a 26 in jeans but size down to a 25. You can see how big the 26 is in my video — too baggy!
Honorable Mention —
AGOLDE Parker Cutoff Shorts —
These first true to size and feel great, but they are just a little too short for my mid-30s — so sad but true. The length is great when standing up, but it feels too short when I sit down/get up and down with the kids, etc. My twenty-year-old self would have loved these, though, so if any of you are younger (or shorter — I’m 5 feet 6 inches), these could be a great option! I think this would be the perfect BEACH pair of jean shorts when short(er) hemlines are a bit more acceptable.
And there you have it — my first try on. As always a BIG THANK YOU for being on this (sometimes what feels like a super awkward!) journey with me. I hope my try on and reviews helped you in your jean short research if you’re also in the market for a new pair or two for this summer.
Xx Meg
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