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Shorts that stay put

11 replies

sylvandweller · 30/04/2023 20:44

Do they exist?

I cannot find shorts that don't ride up the inner thigh. I do have quite muscular legs so not much of a 'thigh gap' which probably doesn't help, but I want them to sit just above the knee.

Too old for hot pants! 😁

Any suggestions please?

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JustToBeMe · 01/05/2023 07:37

Bumping as I'm looking for shorts like this too,
My preference would be chinos/soft Jean material and a little bit looser than skinny shorts.
Tried M&S, Roman, Next to no avail 😏

sylvandweller · 01/05/2023 08:09

I want something loose, and "airy".

Possibly an impossible ask!

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astarsheis · 01/05/2023 08:15

I've just bought a few casual pairs from H&M and some lovely dressy ones from Massimo Dutti. They are all shorter than I would normally have worn but I find they actually look better when they hit half-way down the thigh.
I have quite short muscular legs due to running and cycling. (I'm 58 if that matters)
https://www.massimodutti.com/gb/linen-bermuda-shorts-with-seams-l05071571#colorId=800
My thighs are chunkier than the models so they're not as loose.

SausageRoll2020 · 01/05/2023 09:11

Look at Cos.
I had some fab linen shorts from them last year which were lined in cotton, definitely loose and airy and super comfortable.

They've got some styles in cotton /linen this year which look similar.

lljkk · 01/05/2023 12:27

Cargo or combat shorts? Why are these wrong?

Shorts that stay put
Snoozinandlosin · 01/05/2023 13:01

I posted these on another thread and they were a bit marmite, however I love them. they don’t (can’t) ride up and they are very soft and airy. Obviously not to everyone’s tastes mind.
https://www.freepeople.com/uk/shop/hot-shot-harem-shorts?color=004

Hot Shot Harem Shorts

Shop our Hot Shot Harem Shorts at FreePeople.com. Boho clothing for the creative spirit- free worldwide shipping.

https://www.freepeople.com/uk/shop/hot-shot-harem-shorts?color=004

IbizaToTheNorfolkBroads · 01/05/2023 13:26

I'm after the same. I've sent some Sesalt ones back, and am waiting on some Lands End ones.

PearlOnion · 01/05/2023 13:47

I got some great ones from Cotton Traders. They must be rare as I've been asked twice about them in the last 2 days walking the dog!

I have big thighs too and these are v airy

PearlOnion · 01/05/2023 13:50

Just checked and I think they were the Everyday shorts

waltzingparrot · 01/05/2023 20:10

have a look at laredoute.co.uk

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