Sky’s out, thighs out! Spring is here, and I’m welcoming the warm weather by letting my thighs breathe. Now, I know what you’re thinking: You’re wondering how I, a fellow plus-size woman, recommend shorts when I know that the plus-size fashion “rules” say we should cover our legs. Honestly? We’re saying down with that mentality and are leaving being conscious about wearing shorts in the rearview mirror—and to celebrate, we found the best plus-size shorts of 2023.
As a curvy girl, shorts have been notoriously hard for me to shop for because of my—what some would call—thunder thighs. To be honest, for some time, I completely gave up on wearing shorts that weren’t defined as activewear, and the only jean shorts I wore were cutoffs of men’s jeans I had thrifted. But after finally finding a pair that I loved, I got to a turning point—and these shorts can help you do the same.
Ready to let your legs free all summer long? These are the plus-size shorts that should be on your radar.
Mid-Length Denim Shorts
Smocked Shorts
Linen Shorts
8 colors available
Linen Blend Shorts
2 colors available
Utility Shorts
3 colors available
Tweed Shorts
Linen Blend Shorts
Textured Cotton Shorts
Linen Shorts
High-Waisted Mom Shorts
High Rise Shorts
High Rise Denim Shorts
Paperbag Shorts
Mom Shorts
5 colors available
Cutoff Denim Shorts
Pull-On Shorts
Tailored Shorts
6 colors available
Satin Shorts
Plisse Shorts
Linen Shorts
Linen Blend Shorts
4 colors available
Seam Detail Shorts
Pull-On Shorts
2 colors available
Cutoff Shorts
4 colors available
Cotton Shorts
