Retreat Linen Mid Rise 4" Short
Machine-washable, 100% linen with a relaxed fit.






Retreat Linen Mid Rise 4" Short
Machine-washable, 100% linen with a relaxed fit.
Color
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- FOR: Commuting, work, and travel
- FEEL: Our take on lightweight linen fabric is subtly textured and 100% washable
- FAVE: Secure zip pockets to store your essentials
- Drawcord can be tied at the waist for a custom fit
- Product #851045
- Semi-fitted, skims easily over the body
- Mid rise, sits below the natural waist
- Short, hits at mid thigh
- Inseam: Regular/Plus: 4"
- 100% Linen
- BREATHABLE: Airflow moves easily through the garment
- Machine wash and dry
- Imported.
Reviews
5 Stars
1446
4 Stars
214
3 Stars
92
2 Stars
35
1 Star
25
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...cked in more neutral and summery colours!
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... I've ordered lately has been too big, and this short is no different. I ordered these in an XS and they felt very comfortable, but the shorts looked too wide and the waist was too loose. I like the zippered pockets, but don't like that they're lined with polyester - that destroys the purpose of wearing linen. Overall, I wanted to love these, but I'll be returning them since XXS is out of stock in the colour I wanted (not that I should ever be an XXS anyway).
Submitted 8 days ago
By Elizabeth G
From Undisclosed
Weight 190–200 lbs
Height 5'9"
Reviewed at
athleta.gap.com/I bought a size large in white. These shorts fit me very well and hit at a nice length. The pockets, zippers, and drawstring were also great. Unfortunately, even with nude underwear, in white these shorts are extremely see-thru so I will be returning them.
- Length purchased
- regular
Submitted 8 days ago
By Gigi C
From Undisclosed
Reviewed at
athleta.gap.com/I am 4'-10", 100lbs and ordered the XS. They are HUGE and literally look like a potato sack on me. I think going down to XXS would still be too big. Sadly returning :(
Submitted 15 days ago
By Anna C
From Undisclosed
Weight 150–160 lbs
Height 5'2"
Reviewed at
athleta.gap.com/Loved these shorts so I wore them for multiple trips… But unfortunately multiple washes and thick thighs combined both pairs I bought are now in the trash… not worth my money when my high school clothing still fits and holds up
- Length purchased
- regular
Submitted 22 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.
- Length purchased
- regular
Submitted 27 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
- Length purchased
- regular
Submitted 27 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.
- Length purchased
- regular
Submitted 1 month 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!
- Length purchased
- regular
Submitted 1 month 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.
- Length purchased
- regular
Submitted 1 month 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.
- Length purchased
- regular
Submitted 1 month 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.
- Length purchased
- regular