Amazon Essentials Women's Mid-Rise Slim-Fit 3.5 Inch Inseam Khaki Short

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19.HBD.87121

Price: $24.70 Free Returns on some sizes and colors
Size Chart
US Women's Shorts Size Chart (Body Measurements)
Brand SizeWaist (in)Hip (in)
0002433.5
002534.5
02635.5
22736.5
42837.5
62938.5
83039.5
103140.5
1232.542
143443.5
163645.5
183847.5
204049.5
224251.5
14 Plus35.845
16 Plus37.847
18 Plus39.849
20 Plus41.851
22 Plus43.853
24 Plus45.855
26 Plus47.857
28 Plus49.859
30 Plus51.861
32 Plus53.863
34 Plus55.865
36 Plus57.867
38 Plus59.869
40 Plus61.871

Product details

Fabric type
98% Cotton, 2% Elastane
Care instructions
Machine Wash Warm, Tumble Dry
Origin
Imported
Closure type
Zipper

About this item

  • SLIM FIT: Close fit through hip and thigh, with slight ease through the leg opening. Mid rise, sits below the natural waist.
  • STRETCH COTTON TWILL: Washed for softness, this cotton twill is naturally breathable and has a bit of stretch for comfort and flexibility.
  • CLASSIC KHAKI SHORT: These classic chino shorts are the ultimate summer style. Offering a clean, gently structured silhouette, these shorts also fit with comfort and ease for at work, weekend exploring, or running errands. Complete your look with Amazon Essentials Women's Sneakers or Sandals.
  • DETAILS: Concealed closure with zip fly and button, front slant pockets, belt loops and functional back welt pockets.

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Customer reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars
4.2 out of 5
2,255 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the high quality fabric, comfort, elasticity, color and quality of the shorts. They mention that it's a good buy and a summer staple. However, some customers disagree on fit.

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95 customers mention "Color"79 positive16 negative

Customers like the color of the shorts. They mention that the blue is very nice in person, and the white shorts are inexpensive and bright. They say the short are ideal for wearing with a slightly dressier top and arrived really quickly.

"...Also these are high waisted and will look cute when you tuck your shirt in, especially for short girls...." Read more

"...These are ideal for wearing with a slightly dressier top if I need to be a little outdoor fancy, or pairing with graphic tee or tank to be casual...." Read more

"...I would have liked but I just folded the end of the shorts and they looked great. Material is high quality...." Read more

"...They are true to fit with not much give but very cute and can be dressed up or worn as casual...." Read more

70 customers mention "Fabric"67 positive3 negative

Customers are satisfied with the fabric of the shorts. They mention it's a good quality standard chino short, with a slight stretch. Some appreciate the heavy, durable, and surprisingly thick fabric. Overall, most are happy with the quality and fit of the product.

"Nice quality, nice fit. Good for the price, a little shorter than I expected (I am a size 12/14), but I am happy with these." Read more

"...The material is thick, but not too thick for summer...." Read more

"...Material is high quality. I also paired with a bright pink body suit and it was not see through...." Read more

"...The shorts were true to fit very comfortable was not heavy, but durable! I wear them all the time as you can see lol." Read more

61 customers mention "Comfort"61 positive0 negative

Customers like the comfort of the shorts. They mention that the short is comfortable, the fabric is soft, and breezy.

"...Fabric is nice and breezy; haven't tried washing yet so I don't know if it'll shrink. The 3.5" inseam is good for me because I'm short...." Read more

"I like these shorts because the fabric itself is soft and they arent itchy like other ones are but these run very small...." Read more

"I have these shorts in 4 colors.They are comfortable.Definitely size UP (don't feel it is you, it is the cut)..." Read more

"...The shorts were true to fit very comfortable was not heavy, but durable! I wear them all the time as you can see lol." Read more

33 customers mention "Value"33 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the shorts. They say it's a great product for the price, with a decent style and fit.

"Nice quality, nice fit. Good for the price, a little shorter than I expected (I am a size 12/14), but I am happy with these." Read more

"...All in all, these shorts are great and affordable, just be careful when you select the size. (Maybe go up 1 size to be safe)" Read more

"...Still kept. Good value." Read more

"...Price is very good!" Read more

21 customers mention "Elasticity"17 positive4 negative

Customers like the elasticity of the shorts. They say that the material is stretchy but not around the waist. Some say that they are great stretch shorts and run a little bigger.

"...They are a great lightweight material with some stretch and very comfortable! Pockets are deep...." Read more

"...They were so nice that I ordered four various colors. They have a lovely stretch to them that conforms very nicely and it’s not too big around the..." Read more

"I took off a star because the fold at the hem and the are hipsters. Good stretch. Nice true colors. Heavy material." Read more

"...The material is stretchy but not around the waist...." Read more

15 customers mention "Quality"15 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the shorts. They mention that they are fantastic, perfect, and a good buy. Some say that the short is comparable to well-known brands.

"...All in all, these shorts are great and affordable, just be careful when you select the size. (Maybe go up 1 size to be safe)" Read more

"...The coral/salmon color is very bright so that pair went back. Good buy and summer staple." Read more

"These shorts are great. I did get 2 sizes bigger than usual based on other reviews. I ordered the blue and they are almost a navy color instead." Read more

"...They aren't too long or too short. They are just perfect. I like them better than the Nautica brand shorts I bought...." Read more

249 customers mention "Fit"153 positive96 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the fit of the shorts. Some find them true to fit with not much give, while others say that they run large in the waist.

"...Not these shorts though. Size 2 is perfect on me. The shorts' waist is a bit loose but comfortable and I can sit down or eat all I want with it...." Read more

"...I love the pockets, both front and back.The length is not too short (I am 5'2")Highly recommend...." Read more

"Nice quality, nice fit. Good for the price, a little shorter than I expected (I am a size 12/14), but I am happy with these." Read more

"The size was great and on point. Not too long or too short and I am 4'11" but he color of the stripes were darker blue than expected. Still kept...." Read more

14 customers mention "Transparency"2 positive12 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the transparency of the shorts. They mention that the white ones are completely see through.

"The fabric is soft and good quality but there is transparency. You can see the outline of the pockets and layers of fabric...." Read more

"...up at the crotch area giving me what appears to be a 🍆😳🤦🏻‍♀️ They aren’t see through...." Read more

"...I ordered the white shorts and they are fairly see through..." Read more

"I’m not the biggest fan and it is a little see through for me." Read more

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5 Stars
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For reference - I ordered a size 6 - I am 5'5", 135 lbs, typically a 4-6 and happy I sized up!Love these shorts! They are slightly longer than I would have liked but I just folded the end of the shorts and they looked great. Material is high quality. I also paired with a bright pink body suit and it was not see through.Belt pictured is also amazon - "JASGOOD 3 Pack Women Leather Belt for Jeans Fashion Ladies Belts for Pants Dresses With Gold Buckle"
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Top reviews from the United States

Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2023
Size: 2Color: Khaki BrownVerified Purchase
Y'all! These run small okay? I didn't believe other reviews until I ordered size 0 and it was too tight everywhere. So I had to reorder it in size 2. My measurements are: 5 ft tall, 102 lbs, waist 26 in, hips 34.3 in. I usually get size 0 or SX from Amazon Essentials and things would still be loose on me since I'm petite. Not these shorts though. Size 2 is perfect on me. The shorts' waist is a bit loose but comfortable and I can sit down or eat all I want with it. (With size 0, I couldn't sit down without the waistline cutting into my belly)

Fabric is nice and breezy; haven't tried washing yet so I don't know if it'll shrink. The 3.5" inseam is good for me because I'm short. And the front pockets are roomy enough for my phone. Also these are high waisted and will look cute when you tuck your shirt in, especially for short girls. All in all, these shorts are great and affordable, just be careful when you select the size. (Maybe go up 1 size to be safe)
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5.0 out of 5 stars Runs small but looks so cute
Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2023
Y'all! These run small okay? I didn't believe other reviews until I ordered size 0 and it was too tight everywhere. So I had to reorder it in size 2. My measurements are: 5 ft tall, 102 lbs, waist 26 in, hips 34.3 in. I usually get size 0 or SX from Amazon Essentials and things would still be loose on me since I'm petite. Not these shorts though. Size 2 is perfect on me. The shorts' waist is a bit loose but comfortable and I can sit down or eat all I want with it. (With size 0, I couldn't sit down without the waistline cutting into my belly)

Fabric is nice and breezy; haven't tried washing yet so I don't know if it'll shrink. The 3.5" inseam is good for me because I'm short. And the front pockets are roomy enough for my phone. Also these are high waisted and will look cute when you tuck your shirt in, especially for short girls. All in all, these shorts are great and affordable, just be careful when you select the size. (Maybe go up 1 size to be safe)
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Reviewed in the United States on May 19, 2024
Nice quality, nice fit. Good for the price, a little shorter than I expected (I am a size 12/14), but I am happy with these.
Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2024
Size: 8Color: Light BlueVerified Purchase
As a 45-year old woman who is still 27 at heart, I still prefer shorter shorts. The 3.5” inseam is the perfect length for me to minimize chafing (I’m 5’4”) and they’re long enough that my thighs don’t gobble these up while walking. These are ideal for wearing with a slightly dressier top if I need to be a little outdoor fancy, or pairing with graphic tee or tank to be casual. The material is thick, but not too thick for summer.

Heed the warning: these have ZERO stretch in the waist and you will want to size up! I’m typically a 6 - I bought an 8 - the 8 is tight, but not unwearably tight. I will definitely have to remember not to wear these out when I plan on eating a meal or sitting for long periods of time.

I also love the color - I bought the light blue, and it is honestly the shade I was hoping for, as some light blues tend to be more sky blue, or they show up as practically white.

If they added a bit of stretch to the waist (give us ladies who fluctuate a few lbs. each month a little leeway!), I would buy a pair in every color, and they’d be 5-star.
Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2024
Size: 10Color: BlackVerified Purchase
I like these shorts because the fabric itself is soft and they arent itchy like other ones are but these run very small. I am typically a size 4 but size up in this style of short so they’re not clinging to my thighs. based on reviews i sized up two sizes and it still ended up being too small.
Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2024
Size: 12Color: BlackVerified Purchase
I have these shorts in 4 colors.
They are comfortable.
Definitely size UP (don't feel it is you, it is the cut)
I love the pockets, both front and back.
The length is not too short (I am 5'2")
Highly recommend.
I watch for a sale on these all the time!!
Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2024
Size: 6Color: CreamVerified Purchase
For reference - I ordered a size 6 - I am 5'5", 135 lbs, typically a 4-6 and happy I sized up!

Love these shorts! They are slightly longer than I would have liked but I just folded the end of the shorts and they looked great. Material is high quality. I also paired with a bright pink body suit and it was not see through.

Belt pictured is also amazon - "JASGOOD 3 Pack Women Leather Belt for Jeans Fashion Ladies Belts for Pants Dresses With Gold Buckle"
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5.0 out of 5 stars J-Crew Dupes
Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2024
For reference - I ordered a size 6 - I am 5'5", 135 lbs, typically a 4-6 and happy I sized up!

Love these shorts! They are slightly longer than I would have liked but I just folded the end of the shorts and they looked great. Material is high quality. I also paired with a bright pink body suit and it was not see through.

Belt pictured is also amazon - "JASGOOD 3 Pack Women Leather Belt for Jeans Fashion Ladies Belts for Pants Dresses With Gold Buckle"
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Reviewed in the United States on June 10, 2024
The size was great and on point. Not too long or too short and I am 4'11" but he color of the stripes were darker blue than expected. Still kept. Good value.
Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2024
Size: 4Color: Coral PinkVerified Purchase
(5’4”, 125 pounds, size 4)
Wasn’t sure what to expect for such an inexpensive pair of shorts and I was pleasantly surprised. They are true to fit with not much give but very cute and can be dressed up or worn as casual. I purchased in two different colors and will purchase more.
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Judy
5.0 out of 5 stars Great comfort. Great value
Reviewed in Canada on May 24, 2024
Size: 12Color: WhiteVerified Purchase
I wear these all the time. Love the colour, the fabric and how easy they wash. Soft and wearable.
AJuarez
5.0 out of 5 stars Lindo
Reviewed in Mexico on May 19, 2024
Size: 12Color: Khaki BrownVerified Purchase
Un short casual de excelente calidad. Elige una talla más, viene un poco reducido. Vale totalmente la pena
James Andrew senior
5.0 out of 5 stars Shorts
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 19, 2023
Size: 10Color: OliveVerified Purchase
Very disappointed. I ordered a 14 and they sent a 10. Nice quality though
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Maria
5.0 out of 5 stars Bellissimi
Reviewed in Italy on September 3, 2023
Bellissimi davvero, femminili il taglio è perfetto e anche il tessuto è ottimo, non si percepisce la piccola percentuale di sintetico, sembra cotone puro. Io ho una quaranta schietta (nelle vecchie taglie italiane), la 42 di questo prodotto è perfetta per me, ma anche 42-44 va bene, è leggermente più ampia sulla coscia ma fascia comunque bene il sedere. Li ho presi in nero e in quel bellissimo colore rosa pesca. Spero li facciano anche per la prossima estate perché li vorrei di tutti i colori.
Cel
4.0 out of 5 stars Joli mais taille petit
Reviewed in France on August 31, 2023
La couleur est jolie et le tissu est agréable mais taille petit, je conseille de prendre une taille au-dessus.