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Browse all Diesel shorts →Diesel - Short dress in houndstooth denim with crystals - Dresses - Woman - Blue
The verdict
Fit
Denim gives the dress more structure than a typical knit dress; expect a fitted mini silhouette, so check measurements rather than assuming true to size.
Quality
The denim base should hold up well given the brand's strength there, but crystal embellishments are prone to loosening or falling off over repeated wear.
Is the price fair?
$247 is premium for a denim dress; the houndstooth pattern and crystal detailing account for much of that cost as design rather than material.
Best for
Someone wanting a statement piece for a specific event rather than everyday wear.
Care
Spot clean or hand wash gently to protect the crystal embellishments; avoid the dryer.
What owners report about Diesel shorts
Trustpilot reviewers for the diesel.com storefront report recurring construction problems on Diesel's shorts and denim: one buyer specifically noted 'seams come away on shorts' after normal wear, and others describe sizing as inconsistent from one order to the next, needing multiple reorders to land on the right fit. Design-wise, reviewers consistently call out the line's hand-finished washes and hardware -- engraved rivets, embossed patches, metal logo trims -- as its most distinctive strength. The recurring complaint isn't initial fit or styling but durability: reviewers say the shorts don't hold up as long as the price would suggest.
- Strengths
- Reviewers consistently point to the hand-finished washes and hardware details -- engraved rivets, embossed leather patches, metal logo trims -- as the line's most distinctive strength.
- Watch out for
- Trustpilot reviewers report seams coming apart on the shorts and general material failure with normal wear, despite the premium price point.
- Sizing
- Consider sizing up if you're between sizes -- reviewers report Diesel running small and sizing being inconsistent from one order to the next.
About Diesel's shorts line as a whole. Sources: Diesel Reviews | Read Customer Service Reviews of www.diesel.com · Diesel Reviews | Read Customer Service Reviews of www.diesel.com | 2 of 18 · Why Do People Love Diesel Denim Shorts? | BlessDenim
