Top 10 Plus Size Denim Shorts

WHAT TO LOVE: Old Navy knows how to make form-flattering, comfortable clothing. With a contoured, high-rise waistband and their Secret-Smooth front pockets, these shorts are all the evidence we need.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS: Available in up to a size 30, these plus size jean shorts have a 3” inseam and rolled hems for a chafe-free fit.

WHAT TO LOVE: Thank you, Torrid, for constantly delivering stylish plus size options. These high-waisted denim shorts have the cutest button closure, and they’re also made with the brand's Vintage Stretch denim, so you can wear them for hours without uncomfortable rubbing or digging.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS: When it comes to denim shorts, inseam length is never something to settle on. If you like a little extra length, these might be for you, because they have a 5” inseam.

WHAT TO LOVE: Mid-rise shorts that flatter a plus size figure? We’ll take two pairs. All jokes aside, these denim shorts from Celebrity Pink Jeans are made from a cotton-spandex blend that’s just right on the stretchiness scale.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS: Dark washed with that perfect worn-in look, these shorts feature rolled hems that are casually distressed.

WHAT TO LOVE: Anyone else have memories of wearing Lee jeans back in grade school? They were comfy-cool back then, and that’s still true now. Their plus size denim Bermuda shorts have a relaxed fit in the seat and thigh, so you can don these on a day where you’ll be up and at ‘em without worrying about feeling restrained.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS: Lee’s Relaxed-Fit Bermuda Shorts are available in three different denim washes, and they have a high-rise waist and 10” inseam.

WHAT TO LOVE: Can’t lie: we’re obsessed with the look of these plus size cut-off shorts. They’re effortlessly chic with their high rise and frayed hem, and we’re happy to see that they’re also available in a light wash and dark blue denim—anyone else plan on snagging all three?

ADDITIONAL DETAILS: The inseam of these shorts measures in at a flirty four inches. You know what that means: they’re long enough to protect your thighs from rubbing together but short enough to be short-shorts.

WHAT TO LOVE: Changing outfits on a hot day is such a drag. That’s why we’re thrilled to learn that these Levi’s are made with high-quality, super-stretchy denim that holds its shape all day. That means no more sticky quick changes; only Levi’s Mid-Rise Bermuda Shorts.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS: More good news: these plus size shorts are available in black denim, white denim, and at least three different shades of blue.

WHAT TO LOVE: Good American knows what they’re doing when it comes to two things in particular: 1) denim and 2) flattering plus size clothing options. That’s why it’s no surprise to see the Good Curve Short on our list.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS: With a promise to make your bum look its best, these cut-off shorts are made from stretchy denim that will preserve its original shape wear after wear and wash after wash.

WHAT TO LOVE: Reviewers praise these shorts for being insanely comfortable, which is likely due to the “Power Stretch” denim they’re crafted from. And those rips and frayed cuffs? Daisy Duke would approve.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS: If you like these, there are more options available, including several different denim washes and plus size Bermuda short versions. 

WHAT TO LOVE: Eloquii is a favorite among plus size shoppers, and that’s not without good reason. They take their customer’s feedback seriously, with a whole team dedicated to making sure each style has a comfortable and confidence-boosting fit. That’s why these shorts are so popular: they’re made from high recovery, stretchy denim and have a high-rise, contoured waistband for the best fit possible. 

ADDITIONAL DETAILS: Comfort is important in a pair of plus size jean shorts, but these also happen to be insanely cute. They’re frayed, faded, and distressed for a look that’s usually only attainable after years of use.

WHAT TO LOVE: What can we say about Levi’s that we haven’t said before? They’re at the top of the denim game and continue to design styles that become wardrobe essentials. The 501 High Rise Shorts are famous for their flattering fit, which all comes down to their waist-defining high rise—and the playful frayed hems are just the icing on the cake.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS: Reviewers mention that these shorts run big, so keep that in mind when deciding which size to order.