FLEX Slim Fit Work Shorts, 11"

Shorts

$19as of Sep 6, 2026. Check the current price at Dickies

The verdict

A budget-friendly stretch short for men who want a trimmer silhouette than Dickies' standard relaxed cuts.

Fit

Slim fit runs closer through the seat and thigh than the brand's relaxed or loose styles; the FLEX stretch should help, but size up if between sizes for comfort during movement.

Quality

Base-tier pricing suggests standard construction rather than the reinforced build of the Pro Series shorts, with stretch fabric trading some durability for a closer fit.

Price check

At $24.99 this is budget-tier and reasonable for a slim, stretch work short with no extra features.

Best for

Someone who wants a trimmer-fitting work short rather than the brand's typically roomier cuts.

Care

Wash cold to preserve the stretch recovery of the FLEX fabric.

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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