Plaid Work Shorts, 11"

Shorts

$24as of Sep 6, 2026. Check the current price at Dickies

The verdict

A cheap, straightforward pick for a casual plaid work short, fair value at this price.

Fit

Expect a standard, true-to-size Dickies work-short cut, relaxed enough for everyday movement.

Quality

Typical of Dickies' budget work-short offerings, expect durable but basic construction without premium detailing.

Price check

At $28.95 this is the budget end of the category and reasonable value for a simple, durable short.

Best for

Casual everyday or light work wear on a tight budget.

Care

Machine wash cold and tumble dry low.

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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