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Browse all 7 For All Mankind shorts →BELTED SHORT in Linen Kansas
The verdict
Fit
Belted shorts typically sit lower; linen Kansas fabric will relax and wrinkle—expect a casual, intentional texture and some movement.
Quality
Linen durability depends on weight; the belt detail adds a structural element that should be reinforced.
Is the price fair?
Mid-premium; the belt detailing and linen material justify premium positioning for a styled short.
Best for
Women wanting a statement piece in breathable linen with thoughtful design details.
Care
Linen wrinkles are inherent; cool wash, air dry, and style is part of the fabric's charm.
What owners report about 7 For All Mankind shorts
Owners describe 7 For All Mankind's denim shorts much like the brand's jeans: soft, substantial stretch denim that feels comfortable from the first wear, and reviewers on DenimBlog rate the brand's quality highly. Fit reports conflict, though — the brand overall is said to run slightly large, yet renters of the pleated short reported it running small far more often than large. Retailer reviews add durability complaints, with some buyers reporting shorts wearing through in the same spot within a year of light use or getting damaged after only a couple of washes.
- Strengths
- Soft, comfortable stretch denim that owners say feels good immediately, with the brand's fabric quality repeatedly praised.
- Watch out for
- Sizing is inconsistent from style to style, and a minority of buyers report shorts wearing through or being damaged within a year or after a few washes.
- Sizing
- Fit reports vary noticeably by style — the brand is often said to run slightly large, but several shorts styles come back as running small — so check the specific style's measurements rather than assuming your usual size.
About 7 For All Mankind's shorts line as a whole. Sources: 7 For All Mankind Review — DenimBlog · Pleated Short by 7 For All Mankind — Rent the Runway customer fit reports (56 members say runs small, 33 true to size, 5 runs large) · Customer reviews for 7 For All Mankind Mid-Roll Shorts — Walmart