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Special Size: Standard
Size: 33
Color: (New) Multiple Choice
Description
We didn’t just invent the blue jean—we also invented the first-ever jean shorts. An iconic style that defines your waist and hugs you in all the right places, our 501® Shorts blend with your personal aesthetic for all-around wear.
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
Package Dimensions : 7.81 x 6.01 x 1.47 inches; 11 ounces
Item model number : 85965-0033
Department : womens
Date First Available : December 26, 2018
Manufacturer : Levi's
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Top Amazon Reviews
Special Size: Standard
Size: 29
Color: Lunar Black - Black
The fit is phenomenal; for those who are saying size up, I disagree! Measure yourself with a tape measure after a full meal and understand that this is denim and it has no stretch. You may be accustomed to "false denim" with a high elastane content. Levi denim does not sacrifice quality or durability so expect very little in the way of stretch, an accurate measurement of your waist (much like the male denim industry), and size appropriately. After a full meal, my typical 28in waist measures between 30-31in. So I ordered a 29 to feel comfortable in a non-stretch denim. These are SO comfortable! As another review mentioned, they ride up a bit in the arse, but I find that cute and my reason for returning to Levis time and time again. It's not uncomfortable and the material is much thicker than Madewell for 1/4 of the price. Despite the distressed hemline, I expect these shorts to last a long while as Levis of the past have been quite durable and lasted many years. Don't skip on these if you catch the sale. But sale or no, these shorts are heckin' cute!!
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Reviewed in the United States on July 4, 2025 by deathbypixel
Special Size: Standard
Size: 30
Color: (New) Blow Big Horns
So I have been searching for a pair of shorts for the longest time that don’t absolutely destroy my confidence. I bought the Levi's Women's 501 Original Shorts in New (blow big horns) and all I can say is JUST GET THEM!!! This is the first review that I have ever left, and I cannot believe how perfect these fit. They are soft, stretchy, when I sit down my thighs aren’t uncomfortable. The shorts are flexible, flattering from all angles. For sizing reference, I am 5’8, 150lbs and my waist is 29. I ordered size 30 for these shorts. I could have even sized down, but they are a comfortable fit. There definitely is a little bit of extra space in the back, my build is a smaller waist, but i carry majority of my weight in my thighs and hips. As someone who is 5’8 with semi athletic/ semi curvy build, my butt is not sticking out, my thighs have room to breathe, they are the perfect length. It’s cute and tall approved.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 4, 2025 by This card is absolutely awful. Had no idea it was ever created on my account. Still have issues to this day weeks after calling and “cancelling”. This card is absolutely awful. Had no idea it was ever created on my account. Still have issues to this day weeks after calling and “cancelling”.
Special Size: Standard
Size: 34
Color: (New) Darn It Now
Why did you pick this product vs others?: The reviews don’t lie. These shorts will hurt your feelings. I buy Levi jeans regularly and I’m a 30-31… in these shorts I’m a 34. Ouch. Talk about bruised ego. BUT. Once you get the right size, and put them on… they look GOOD! They feel like they are actually shorter than they look… but somehow (at least on me) they look like that perfect length and just amazing. Like, it hurts others feelings how good they look! The one and only downfall (why I removed a star) is that if you’re curvy like me, the front of the legs are kinda tight when you sit (pic with my leg in the air to show) and since there’s no stretch at all that can be uncomfortable after long periods while sitting because it kind of puts pressure in the crotch area. The only other thing that can be good or bad, depending on what you’re looking for is these shorts stay very rigid for multiple washes. My first pair still haven’t fully relaxed yet.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2025 by Mayzey Mayzey
Special Size: Standard
Size: 32
Color: Dark Indigo Destructed
They are not joking when they say to size up. I feel like these run pretty small due to no stretch. BUT! Once you find your size, omg these are so cute! I’m 5’3/175 and usually wear a M/L or a size 30 but had to size up to a 32 to find a perfect fit. I can already tell they are going to be my go-to summer shorts. Material thickness: Super thick jean material. Feels sturdy and also provides a bit of compression on my lower belly which I love! Pocket size: Pocket size is super practical. Plenty of room for your phone and doesn’t feel like it’s going to fall out Look: I love the vintage Jean distressed look. These are just the perfect jeans shorts.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 30, 2025 by Ash H
Special Size: Standard
Size: 29
Color: (New) Update Forward
I bought the non-destructed dark wash hemmed style. They are a non stretchy material. I sized up so they would ride just below belly button and are a little looser in the waist for sitting. Normally wear 28 in Levi’s but bought 29 in these. I find that the button flies tend to dig into waist when you sit. 29s are perfect.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2025 by BrenM
Special Size: Standard
Size: 27
Color: (New) Blow Big Horns
Ugh, ordered a 27, instead of 26 because reviews said to size up. Wish i didn’t. Go with your measurements, and their size guide. Fit would have been fine with my actual size. also, these aren’t zip, they’re all button which i didn’t know. Hate that. And not as cute in person. Might return, especially because i’m in the middle of losing weight, these will fall off by the end of next month. am not pulling very hard at all to show the gaps. i’m 5’4 140 lbs, 36.5 hip 28 waist. I wear small pants medium/ l tops. i have one pair of shorts right now from another brand that are 26’s and they fit. Go with the product size guide !!! I just think people don’t know their measurements due to various brands. I do want to note, if you’re okay with baggier fit, maybe 1 size up but i like my stuff fitted.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2025 by Kat Kat
Special Size: Standard
Size: 27
Color: Jazz Solo - Medium Indigo
It fits true to size, I’m 5’1, 126 lbs and I ordered these on a 27, it’s so comfy, the color is perfect! And it doesn’t really shrink in the dryer so it’s even more perfect, it fits up to my waist but it also doesn’t let my bootycheeks show which is amazing because in jeans shorts for me that’s a bit rare.. would absolutely recommend, there so durable, and the material is perfect
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Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2025 by Hillary Valentina Hillary Valentina
Special Size: Standard
Size: 29
Color: (New) Quiet Riot
Why did you pick this product vs others?: cute but some styles run smaller than others. i’m 5’9”and 150lbs, i wear a 28 usually so i ordered a 29 in the quiet riot and the dark indigo destruction. the indigo destruction fit great but i had to order the next size up (30) in the quiet riot to get the right fit around my thighs. if you’re curvy, prepare to do some trial and error
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Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2025 by hannah