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Women's High-Rise Drawstring Denim Beach Shorts - Universal Thread™

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$14.00 sale price when purchased online
$20.00 list price
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About this item

Fit & style

  • Universal Thread denim beach shorts
  • Lightweight cotton with no stretch
  • High-rise cut
  • Pull-on closure style
  • Elasticized waistband with drawstring
  • Front and back pockets
  • 4in inseam
These High-Rise Drawstring Denim Beach Shorts from Universal Thread™ take you from the sand to the streets in cool, relaxed style. Crafted from a lightweight blend of cotton and recycled cotton in a regular fit, these denim shorts offer comfortable wear for beach walks, casual hangouts, or vacation getaways. The elasticized waistband with a drawstring provides a stay-put fit, and the front and back pockets give hands-free convenience.

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Universal Thread™
women's clothing

Size Bust (in) Waist (in) Hip (in)
XXS 00 32 25 34
XS 0 33 26 35
2 34 27 36
S 4 35 28 37
6 36 29 38
M 8 37 30.5 39.5
10 38.5 32 41
L 12 40 34 42.5
14 41.5 36 44
XL 16 43.5 38 46
XXL 17 45.5 40.5 48.25
1X 18 47.5 43 50.5
2X 20 49.5 45 52.75
22 51.5 47 55
3X 24 53.5 49 57.25
26 55.5 51 59.5
4X 28 57.5 53 61.75
30 59.5 55 64

Universal Thread™
WOMEN'S CLOTHING

Size Bust (cm) Waist (cm) Hip (cm)
XXS 00 81.3 63.5 86.4
XS 0 83.8 66.0 88.9
2 86.4 68.6 91.4
S 4 88.9 71.1 94
6 91.4 73.7 96.5
M 8 94.0 77.5 100.3
10 97.8 81.3 104.1
L 12 101.6 86.4 107.95
14 105.4 91.4 111.76
XL 16 110.5 96.5 116.8
XXL 17 115.6 102.9 122.6
1X 18 120.7 109.2 128.3
2X 20 125.7 114.3 134.0
22 130.8 119.4 139.7
3X 24 135.9 124.5 145.4
26 141.0 129.5 151.1
4X 28 146.1 134.6 156.8
30 151.1 139.7 162.6

how to measure

women’s measuring guide

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How to measure

  • Bust

    Measure across the fullest part of your bust, keeping tape measure level.

  • Waist

    Bend slightly to one side. The crease is where your natural waistline is. Measure a comfortably loose, level line around that point.

Sizing: Womens Plus
Material: 100% Cotton
Garment Length: Short
Closure Style: Pull-On
Inseam Length: 4 Inches
Rise: High Rise
Fit: Relaxed Fit
Fabric Name: Denim
Garment Details: Full Waistband Elastic, Drawstring Waistband, Back Pocket, Front Pocket
Fabric Weight Type: Midweight Fabric
Stretch: No Stretch
Care and Cleaning: Machine Wash, Tumble Dry
TCIN: 94333638
UPC: 198420697297
Item Number (DPCI): 014-19-1685
Origin: Imported
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Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 3.39 inches length x 7.5 inches width x 9 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 1.389 pounds

Return details

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4.0 out of 5 stars with 231 reviews
comfort: 4.36 out of 5
sizing: true to size
style: 4.27 out of 5
value: 4.48 out of 5
78% would recommend
161 recommendations

Heavy Material, Runs Big

3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
JennyNH - today, Verified purchaser
I really wanted to like these shorts, but I should have read more reviews before purchasing. First, I’m usually a shoe in for an M. If anything, I’d lean towards L for bottoms. I like looser fitting, and am a shapely pear figure. 5’7” 140lbs, if that helps. Just pulling them out of the package I thought they looked unusually large. And they are. They run at least a half size, if not full size too big. Size down if in doubt! Second: They’re boxy and unflattering. Heavy material, elastic waist. Especially for my shape, I don’t need my bottom half to look any bigger. The material is thick enough that with my thighs that rub/touch, the material would just get caught or awkwardly ride up towards the crotch area. You know the look, right, and it’s not cute. These were not for me, but I liked the idea of them.
comfort: 4 out of 5
sizing: too big
style: 2 out of 5
value: 4 out of 5
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Comfy shorts!

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
targetkween - today, Verified purchaser
Love the elastic waistband and length.
comfort: 5 out of 5
sizing: true to size
style: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Heavy denim short, fits loose

2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
RWC - 2 days ago, Verified purchaser
these shorts didn't work out for me. the denim is too heavy to be a summer short, and it's a rather boxy fit and makes your bottom half appear bigger than you'd want. Returning
comfort: 3 out of 5
sizing: true to size
style: 1 out of 5
value: 1 out of 5
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SIZE DOWN

4 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Kati - 2 days ago, Verified purchaser
IDK what's happening to the sizing of this brand. 5' 5", 135... I'm alwasy a medium in bottoms. The medium was so big it was laughable on me. I'm usually a womens size 6, the medium looks closer to a women's size 12.
comfort: 4 out of 5
sizing: too big
style: 4 out of 5
value: 4 out of 5
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cute but runs very large

3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Pamela - 2 days ago, Verified purchaser
got a smallmy typical size, but was way too big. didnt bother getting an xs becuase it would definetly still be too large
comfort: 5 out of 5
sizing: too big
style: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Comfy denim shorts

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Love2shop - 3 days ago, Verified purchaser
Love these shorts! Very comfortable, the length is perfect, not too short and not too long. I don’t find the material thick like other reviews stated. It’s denim so expect denim material. I normally wear I size 2, sometimes a 4 i ordered the xs and they fit perfect. I am very happy with my purchase.
comfort: 5 out of 5
sizing: true to size
style: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Inconsistent sizing

3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Eld14 - 3 days ago, Verified purchaser
I have the white & light denim shorts & love them, but I recently bought the dark wash denim & it’s wayyy different sizing than the other two pairs I have (all 2X). Might need to try a few different sizes.
comfort: 2 out of 5
sizing: too big
style: 3 out of 5
value: 3 out of 5
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You should buy these

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Averykate216 - 4 days ago, Verified purchaser
I love these shorts. They fit well, they are thicker than some flimsy shorts, the color is so nice. Plus they are a little longer than some of my shorts and they look almost dressy with the design on the front.
comfort: 5 out of 5
sizing: true to size
style: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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One of my most favorite purchases

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Nicole - 6 days ago, Verified purchaser
These shorts are fantastic. Great quality, comfortable and the price is right. I’m 5’5”- 180lbs and I wear a Medium. I would say they run alittle big. I have all 3 colors and I’m not even one to wear shorts. Loved the design so much I bought the wide leg pant version as well and get many compliments.
comfort: 5 out of 5
sizing: too big
style: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Great shorts

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Angie - 7 days ago, Verified purchaser
I loved the shorts. Great material. Light weight with drawstrings. Personally for me I had to sadly return it because it was too short. As a mama I thought it was not comfortable to bend and twist in. But overall very lovely.
comfort: 3 out of 5
sizing: true to size
style: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Huge behind and thighs required

2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
CindyAhGoGo - 7 days ago, Verified purchaser
As usual the white shorts gods are laughing at me. As a a plus size woman with the unheard shape that does include a ginormus butt and thighs the hunt goes on. Maybe, one day my dream will come true and I will find a pair of white shotrs that don't amke me look like I'm sporting clown pants. Back they go!
sizing: too big
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Super comfy

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Slv2 - 8 days ago, Verified purchaser
Great comfy shorts for summer !
comfort: 5 out of 5
sizing: too big
style: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Great shorts!

4 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Beth W - 9 days ago, Verified purchaser
Very cute and comfortable! I am usually a small or medium, but the medium was big. Had to go with a small on these!
comfort: 5 out of 5
sizing: too big
style: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Fit is weird.

2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Peapod - 9 days ago, Verified purchaser
The waist fits good. There is a lot of extra fabric in the crotch area and it sticks out awkwardly.
comfort: 3 out of 5
sizing: too big
style: 1 out of 5
value: 2 out of 5
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Super Comfortable

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Doodlemama - 10 days ago, Verified purchaser
These shorts are super comfortable and flattering! I am ~230 and have an apron belly! I wore an XL in these shorts.
comfort: 5 out of 5
sizing: true to size
style: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Cute

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
ALo113 - 10 days ago, Verified purchaser
These are comfortable and stylish. True to size!
comfort: 5 out of 5
sizing: true to size
style: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Very cute and comfortable

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Cd - 12 days ago, Verified purchaser
Love the length and fit of these shorts. They are comfortable without losing the cute factor. Love the elastic strechy waist, and the ties allow to make the waist tighter if you need to. Nice light blue color, goes great with a white tee and cute sneakers for this hotter weather.
comfort: 5 out of 5
sizing: true to size
style: 4 out of 5
value: 4 out of 5
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Great for pear shape

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Addik8 - 13 days ago, Verified purchaser
Love these! Great for pear shape with NO waist gap!! I am normally a size 6 in pants, 26” waist, 40” hips/booty and size small fits perfectly.
comfort: 5 out of 5
sizing: true to size
style: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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COMFY for Curves!

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Bec - 16 days ago
These are the most comfortable “jean” shorts I now own! I love them!! Perfect fit and length for this 5’3, 180 lb girl. I will be getting more. Please, Target, don’t stop selling these!!!!
comfort: 5 out of 5
sizing: true to size
style: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Good, comfy shorts!

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Mel - 16 days ago, Verified purchaser
Comfortable, fit well and great price! I went with my normal size.
comfort: 5 out of 5
sizing: true to size
style: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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