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Relaxed denim shorts, not high waisted not jorts. Help

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familyicons · 30/06/2026 19:16

I just want a pair of medium to low waist denim shorts. I've got thinner thighs size 12.
Want them relaxed not skin tight not baggy not a line not barrel not making me look like a garbage man.
Has anybody got any just plain kind of "day off" style shorts recommendations.

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Shinyhappyapple · 30/06/2026 19:21

Asda have some denim jogger-style shorts, so loose with a drawstring, do you mean that kind of thing ?

YYURYYUCICYYUR4ME · 30/06/2026 19:23

Uniqlo, I bought denim culottes and shorts, great quality for the price.

gingercat02 · 30/06/2026 19:24

I have Boden ones, a bit like these.
www.boden.com/products/women-mid-thigh-denim-shorts-mid-vintage-r0739ddn?_pos=10&_sid=bd58fb70c&_ss=r

familyicons · 30/06/2026 20:29

@gingercat02no. Just normal waist

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gingercat02 · 30/06/2026 19:24

Edited

Thanks but too long.

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Franpie · 30/06/2026 20:48

I just bought these, they arrived today. They are really nice but do come up a bit big so are going back to be exchanged. I’m size 8-10 on bottom half and went for a size 10 but they sag around my bum so going to go for size 8.

https://www.topshop.com/gb/product/topshop-denim-a-line-shorts-with-rip-in-white/209429988?currencyid=1&browsecountry=GB&affid=29760&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22921567096&gclid=CjwKCAjw0o3SBhBVEiwAh28-jX-NHhQXp9UIMqHpHtHKLDKS6OAKN7G_ncxgYm-88aDgoz1IGaLIGhoCfMAQAvD_BwE

RJMacReady · 30/06/2026 20:54

Next denim boyshorts. I'm also a 12 with slim thighs and these are so comfortable and flattering I wear them all the time! I think they are out of stock in Next but there are loads on ebay and probably vinted too

CatBusStop · 30/06/2026 20:55

Sorry just noticed ‘not baggy’

familyicons · 01/07/2026 06:48

Thanks. Drawstring always too baggy. I've got rather chicken legs

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familyicons · 01/07/2026 06:50

oh you're all great
next too baggy
white stuff too long

Topshop MAYBE! 😀😀

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familyicons · 01/07/2026 06:51

RJMacReady · 30/06/2026 20:54

Next denim boyshorts. I'm also a 12 with slim thighs and these are so comfortable and flattering I wear them all the time! I think they are out of stock in Next but there are loads on ebay and probably vinted too

Thank you. Can't see online !

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Thawtfulpanda · 01/07/2026 06:52

Just get your favourite jeans and cut them off. Hem if you don't want a cut off look.

perimenopoppet · 01/07/2026 06:53

I stumbled across these in Peacocks of all places recently after losing a lot of weight (and most of my previously large bum) all my shorts hung off me this year. They are really nice - short but not too short and sit well, relatively low on waist but not too low. https://www.peacocks.co.uk/4803850-bluelight-plain.html

Womens Light Blue Mid Length Denim Shorts

These denim shorts are perfect for the new season! Made in a comfortable, stretch light blue denim in a mid length design with side and back pockets and turn up hem they are sure to become your new wardrobe staple.

https://www.peacocks.co.uk/4803850-bluelight-plain.html

Anjelika · 01/07/2026 07:00

Next Boy Shorts are what you need. They are Women’s shorts, just called Boy Shorts. Not sure if Next still do them but I got mine from Vinted last year. I am a size 8 in Next jeans and bought a 10 so they are nice and loose.

Anjelika · 01/07/2026 07:01

Sorry just seen PP has recommended these too!

Pooky001 · 01/07/2026 08:08

I have these from Zara and wear them loads

Relaxed denim shorts, not high waisted not jorts. Help
familyicons · 01/07/2026 14:21

Thanks all. Have looked on vinted and found the next ones and some mid rise hush

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familyicons · 01/07/2026 14:22

Thawtfulpanda · 01/07/2026 06:52

Just get your favourite jeans and cut them off. Hem if you don't want a cut off look.

Lol. I can't sew. Plus cba

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plover26 · 01/07/2026 14:27

If they still make them the M&S boyfriend denim shorts sound exactly like what you’re after.

HeNeedsRehab · 01/07/2026 16:46

ASOS Mom shorts fit the bill I think. £22 and 3 colours.

ToadRage · 01/07/2026 16:53

I have some that i bought from Nutmeg in Morrisons last summer. They are not tight or baggy, they are so comfy.

Bluebellies · 01/07/2026 18:58

The Hush ones with a star on one pocket. They’re all over vinted.