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4.7
1809 Ratings
79%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend
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Most Liked Positive Review
Keeper!

I've purchased a few iterations of the Athleta linen pants but these are my first pair of shorts. Love them! The length is perfect and I love that they flare out slightly, which is flattering. I erred on the larger of my 2 sizes as I feel that line should be loose. Would love to see these resto...

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Most Liked Negative Review
Nice linen, but polyester pockets and fits too big

I feel like Athleta sizing has really gotten way too big lately. On the size chart, I'm between a 2 (XS) and 4 (S), but lately I've found that XS and size 2 items have been too big lately. I'm 5'0" and have a waist of 26-27 and hips 36-37, which should put me squarely in that range, but every bottom...

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1782 Customer Reviews
Comfortable but runs large

Submitted 5 days ago

By Jess J

From Undisclosed

Weight 130–140 lbs

Height 5'6"

Love the fit and length, but I had to pull the drawstring quite tight to keep them up. I am a small in everything i own from this brand so perhaps it was a medium that was mislabeled.

Run small

Submitted 9 days ago

By Beth B

From Undisclosed

Weight 150–160 lbs

Height 5'8"

Reviewed at

athleta.gap.com/

I ordered the linen pants in my normal size, way too big, so I sized down for the shorts, way too small. Disappointed as now I have 3 pairs of linen clothes that are too big or too small according to the recommendation from Athleta

Perfect linen shorts

Submitted 10 days ago

By Kelli M

From Undisclosed

Weight 150–160 lbs

Height 5'9"

Reviewed at

athleta.gap.com/

These shorts are so comfortable, flattering, and unlike other linens, easy to steam or iron. I have them in four colors now! Pair beautifully with the linen muscle tanks (and I have 5 colors of those!!) The length is just right, not too short but also not too long. The pockets lay nicely, as others have mentioned.

Genius Pocket Details

Submitted 16 days ago

By Shanna V.

From Undisclosed

Weight 130–140 lbs

Height 5'7"

Reviewed at

athleta.gap.com/

Whoever designed these shorts, I wish I could give them a high five. One of my biggest pet peeves with linen clothing is that the linen pocket insert gets wrinkled when you wash it and leaves an annoying bulge on the outside (even when ironed, and who wants to iron??). These don't have that problem because a really smart person decided to use a smooth, silky, non-wrinkling fabric for the pocket. Also there is a zip closure to keep them from gaping open. As someone who sews and makes their own garments, this is *so* appreciated. Whoever did this, I hope you know how much you are appreciated!

Love these!

Submitted 16 days ago

By Ashley R

From Undisclosed

Weight 140–150 lbs

Height 5'3"

Reviewed at

athleta.gap.com/

I have two pairs of these and they are hands down the best linen shorts I've tried. They definitely beat out Quince. The material is thick and well made! Definitely recommend.

Worth every penny!

Submitted 17 days ago

By Marisa H.

From Undisclosed

Weight 130–140 lbs

Height 5'3"

Reviewed at

athleta.gap.com/

I bought these on the half-off sale recently, and I've gotten so many compliments. They fit my waist so well and are stylish, and most importantly super comfortable. I'm 135 and 5'3" for reference and bought the small. Length is perfect as a mom who's not looking for anything super short.

Good for low movement days

Submitted 18 days ago

By Kate S

From Undisclosed

Height 5'8"

Reviewed at

athleta.gap.com/

These shorts are made of very comfortable material. However, I don't have a thigh gap and because of that, these shorts ride up quite a bit while walking. I like these shorts for lounge days, but if you're doing something more active, I would opt for a different pairs.

Wonderful Summer Short

Submitted 20 days ago

By Kim W

From Undisclosed

Weight 110–120 lbs

Height 5'3"

Reviewed at

athleta.gap.com/

Love this short! Comfortable band, fitting and flattering. Ordered it in 3 colors.

Comfy

Submitted 20 days ago

By Allison D

From Undisclosed

Weight 140–150 lbs

Height 6'0"

Reviewed at

athleta.gap.com/

I'm between size XS and SM but went with the small so it was less snug in my thighs (a little loose in the waist because of that!) but these are super comfy

Perfect Short

Submitted 20 days ago

By Desiree, M

From Undisclosed

Weight 120–130 lbs

Height 5'6"

Reviewed at

athleta.gap.com/

Love these in every way. Flattering and just the right length. I purchased the dark brown to add a different color to my wardrobe.