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Browse all Aime Leon Dore shorts →Pleated Linen Blend Bermuda Short
The verdict
Fit
Bermudas hit at the knee and the pleats create a more tailored silhouette than flat-front shorts. Size typically true; pleats sit at the front waist.
Quality
Linen blends from ALD are durable and hold pleats well even after washing. The blend usually leans linen-heavy, so wrinkles are part of the aesthetic.
Is the price fair?
USD 295 is fair for a pleated bermuda in a quality linen blend at this brand's level. It's proportionate to the construction and design work.
Best for
Shoppers wanting a more structured, tailored bermuda that reads polished without full formality.
Care
Wash in cool water and lay flat to dry; pleats will re-set naturally as the fabric dries.
What owners report about Aime Leon Dore shorts
Third-party coverage of the shorts specifically is thin; what exists reports on the brand's apparel as a whole. Longtime owners have historically praised the fabric and build quality across the range, but recent community threads describe quality slipping over the last year or two while prices climbed, and complaints about fast sellouts and inconsistent sizing and service recur. Editorial sizing guidance describes the range as cut to fit traditionally rather than intentionally oversized.
- Strengths
- Owners who bought widely across the range report fabric and construction quality strong enough that they recommend the brand unprompted.
- Watch out for
- Recent owner threads report a quality dip alongside rising prices, and buyers frequently cite sellouts, limited restocks, and spotty customer service.
- Sizing
- The cut is described as traditional rather than oversized, so most buyers reportedly stay with their usual size rather than sizing up.
About Aime Leon Dore's shorts line as a whole. Sources: Aimé Leon Dore Review — Honest Brand Reviews · Is Aimé Leon Dore Worth Buying? — Uninfluenced Review · Aimé Leon Dore sizing guide: Find your fit — OPUMO Magazine