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Women's High-Rise Utility Denim Shorts - Universal Thread™

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$25.00 when purchased online
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About this item

Fit & style

  • Universal Thread utility shorts in a solid color
  • Denim fabric with no stretch
  • High rise
  • Fly button and zipper closure style
  • Regular fit
  • 2 front and back pockets
Gear up your casual wardrobe for fun outings with these High-Rise Utility Denim Shorts from Universal Thread™. Made from cotton-recycled cotton blend denim fabric, these high-rise shorts provide all-day comfort. These shorts are tailored in a regular fit and feature a fly button with a zipper closure for a snug, secure fit. Plus, the two front and back pockets provide ample space for stashing on-the-go essentials.

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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
Material: 80% Cotton, 20% Recycled Cotton
Garment Length: Short
Closure Style: Fly Button and Zipper
Inseam Length: 3.25 Inches
Rise: High Rise
Fit: Regular Fit
Fabric Name: Denim
Garment Details: Back Yoke, Belt Loops, Patch Pocket, Double-Stitched Seam, Back Pocket, Front Pocket, Medium Wash
Fabric Weight Type: Midweight Fabric
Stretch: No Stretch
Care and Cleaning: Machine Wash, Tumble Dry
TCIN: 93390908
UPC: 198850190061
Item Number (DPCI): 014-19-5437
Origin: Imported

Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 1 inches length x 7.5 inches width x 9 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 1 pounds

Return details

This item can be returned to any Target store or Target.com.
This item must be returned within 365 days of the date it was purchased in store, shipped, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or made ready for pickup.
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Q: What is the length of these shorts

submitted by TS - 6 days ago
  • A: Hi TS, thanks for your inquiry. It's Short style with inseam length: 3.25 Inches, you can refer it to the specifications. Hope it helps you. Thank you.

    submitted byWomen Denim Expert - 6 days ago
    Brand expert

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4.1 out of 5 stars with 49 reviews
comfort: 4.29 out of 5
sizing: true to size
style: 4.79 out of 5
value: 4.67 out of 5
76% would recommend
25 recommendations

Gorgeous shorts, great length

4 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Momto2princesses - today, Verified purchaser
Shorts fit beautifully and are a nice structured denim. They do don’t have much stretch though and seem to fit a little snug in the waist even after going up one size from my usual. I’m not an hourglass shape though— I’m more straight through waist and hips so this may not be an issue for everyone. I love that the leg area is more roomy. These made me feel more dressed up and put together than my usual denim cutoffs. If it wasn’t for the snug waist, I would give 5 stars. Perfect length too!
comfort: 4 out of 5
sizing: too small
style: 5 out of 5
value: 4 out of 5
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Flattering Shorts

4 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Shanon - 3 days ago
These shorts are very comfortable and flattering. Both front and back pockets are roomy and have more than enough space for a phone. I’m 5’2.5” and weigh 134 and went with an 8. They did stretch out during the day as I wore them, so I think I could possibly size down to a 6. Overall, I’m happy with them.
comfort: 4 out of 5
style: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Runs small

4 out of 5 stars
Erobinson521 - 3 days ago, Verified purchaser
So cute, but I ordered my normal size and could not even button these. I liked the style so much that I might try a bigger size.
comfort: 4 out of 5
sizing: too small
style: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Utility denim shorts

1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Quasia - 9 days ago, Verified purchaser
Looks As advertised but runs very small. Bought several pairs for people and Returning all. Have to go up at least 2 sizes.
comfort: 2 out of 5
sizing: too small
style: 4 out of 5
value: 2 out of 5
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Love these shorts!

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Buyer - 10 days ago, Verified purchaser
The color is a great rusty brown orange. They're super comfortable and an amazing bargain! I generally wear a 0 or 2 in most brands, so I ordered a few pair to determine which fit best. The 0 fit but the 2 were more flattering.
comfort: 5 out of 5
sizing: true to size
style: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Love the style and color

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
LadyBug - 18 days ago, Verified purchaser
These shorts are very comfortable and are not too short. They fit perfectly, not too tight and not too baggy. I would definitely purchase again.
comfort: 5 out of 5
sizing: true to size
style: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Great denim short

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Janice - 26 days ago, Verified purchaser
Fit TTS, length was great, and very comfortable. Looks great dressed up or down.
comfort: 5 out of 5
sizing: true to size
style: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Will definitely buy morw when available!

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
TargetShopper - 1 month ago, Verified purchaser
Love these shorts! Wish they had them in stock in the other colors, but love the orange. It is more of a a rust color. Perfect fit for people that have a smaller waist, but need the room in the thighs. Other body shapes may need to size up.
comfort: 4 out of 5
sizing: true to size
style: 4 out of 5
value: 4 out of 5
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Love the fit

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
nalbert - 1 month ago, Verified purchaser
Love how the shorts fit, great length and stretch. I size up one with high rise.
comfort: 5 out of 5
style: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Love them!

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Hailes - 1 month ago, Verified purchaser
Definitely go one size up from your normal as they are not very forgiving, but love the color and the length on them. So cute!
comfort: 5 out of 5
sizing: too small
style: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Please come out with more

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
TargetAdventurer - 1 month ago, Verified purchaser
I absolutely love these shorts! They only had them in orange, but it's such a beautiful shade that I couldn't resist. I ended up buying three pairs, and if more colors are released, I would definitely buy them in a heartbeat. Highly recommend!
comfort: 5 out of 5
sizing: true to size
style: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Love these !

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
HH - 1 month ago, Verified purchaser
Love these shorts! True to size and the perfect length!
comfort: 5 out of 5
sizing: true to size
style: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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New Staple in my Wardrobe

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Rachel - 1 month ago
I LOVE these shorts! They’re super flattering, and they compliment my waist without being super tight on my thighs. I got the orange color, and I adore it. I’ve been searching for clothes that fit the Autumn season, and these match it perfectly. After a few washes it’s not an extremely vibrant orange, but that’s what I wanted anyway. (It’s less red and lighter orange than in my photos!) Other than that, I haven’t noticed much wear and tear, and I’ve had them for two months with them being a staple in my wardrobe. In the past, I’ve gotten a cotton mix jean and it did not hold up well, but the 100% cotton ones I’ve gotten here have done extremely well. And the fact that they’re 100% cotton is great for the environment and creates a soft (as in not stiff) material. Honestly, if they had these in more colors like a warm dark green, warm dark brown, or cream, I’d be the first to buy.
comfort: 5 out of 5
sizing: true to size
style: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Love these shorts

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
EmtayM - 1 month ago, Verified purchaser
These shorts are so cute on and for me true to size. I was on the fence on what size to get bc some reviews said they fit small and to go up a size. Ultimate followed my gut and got my normal size and they fit perfectly. I am a TRUE 4 and they fit just right! Love them… with they had other colors I would get every one of them!
comfort: 5 out of 5
sizing: true to size
style: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Love the color, does run small

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
sandy73 - 2 months ago, Verified purchaser
Bought these in a size up because I saw they run small. Glad I did! Love the color and they’re higher quality than expected.
comfort: 5 out of 5
sizing: too small
style: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Cute but run big!

4 out of 5 stars
JLM12 - 2 months ago, Verified purchaser
These shorts are cute but they run really big. I had read reviews that they ran small, but I have the barrel jean version of these in 00 (I’m normally a 0) and they fit perfectly. The 00 of these I was swimming in. The waist is way too big and overall the shorts were too wide and stuck out funny. I’m sad because they are such a cute style. I’m 5’3”, 105 lbs, with a 25” waist for reference.
comfort: 5 out of 5
sizing: too big
style: 4 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Cute shorts

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Erin - 2 months ago, Verified purchaser
True to size, not a lot of stretch.
comfort: 5 out of 5
sizing: true to size
style: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Universal ??

2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Mtaylor331 - 2 months ago, Verified purchaser
What is happening to Universal thread! These run small. I am typically a size 4/6 no way am I a size 8
comfort: 2 out of 5
sizing: too small
style: 4 out of 5
value: 3 out of 5
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Overall great short

4 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Taylorh - 2 months ago, Verified purchaser
I was told that these were super soft. When I got them I thought they were a soft denim not really a super soft material. Thought they would be more like the stretchy waistband ones. They do fit nicely and have room around the thighs.
comfort: 4 out of 5
sizing: true to size
style: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Run small

1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Chrissie - 2 months ago, Verified purchaser
Sent these back. Size up. These run really small.
comfort: 1 out of 5
sizing: too small
style: 4 out of 5
value: 4 out of 5
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