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Browse all Dickies shorts →958 Loose Short Jeans, 13"
The verdict
Fit
The "loose" designation points to a roomy cut through the hip and thigh; true to size or size down for less volume.
Quality
Standard Dickies denim construction, durable but straightforward, without the specialty detailing of premium denim lines.
Is the price fair?
At $43.95 this is budget-tier and reasonable for a basic loose-fit denim short.
Best for
Casual everyday wear where a relaxed denim silhouette is wanted.
Care
Wash inside out in cold water to help the denim hold its color.
What owners report about Dickies shorts
Owner reviews on retailer pages split into two camps. Many describe the shorts as durable and long-wearing, with one longtime buyer calling them 'the best work shorts on the market' that 'stand the test of time' through regular use, and noting they take many washes before fading becomes noticeable. Others report the opposite: zippers failing after only a few wears, seams tearing out at the seat, and sizing that varies noticeably between pairs of the same marked size.
- Strengths
- Long-term durability and comfort in daily wear are the most repeated praise, with several owners saying a pair lasted years without issue.
- Watch out for
- A recurring complaint is zipper failure after light use, plus some reports of seams tearing at the seat and sizing that varies between pairs.
- Sizing
- Sizing isn't fully consistent pair to pair — one owner said a marked size fit closer to two sizes down — so checking recent buyer comments before ordering is worth it.
About Dickies's shorts line as a whole. Sources: Dickies 11" Relaxed Fit Work Shorts Reviews | Zappos.com · Dickies 11" Relaxed Fit Work Shorts Reviews | Zappos.com
