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Browse all Diesel jeans →Diesel - Slim fit shorts in treated Jogg Jeans - Denim short pants - Man - Blue
The verdict
Fit
Slim fit through the leg; Jogg Jeans construction typically runs closer to sweat-fabric stretch than rigid denim, so expect a closer, more forgiving fit than true denim shorts.
Quality
Jogg Jeans is Diesel's denim-look comfort fabric rather than woven denim; expect a soft, stretchy hand rather than a rugged, durable one, and a treated finish on this fabric wears differently than on real denim.
Is the price fair?
$187 is high for shorts built on comfort fabric rather than denim; you're paying largely for the look and the logo, not materials that justify the price on their own.
Best for
Someone who wants the denim look with sweatpant-level comfort and doesn't mind paying Diesel's price for that combination.
Care
Machine wash cold and air dry to protect the treated finish and any stretch in the fabric.
What owners report about Diesel jeans
Owners describe Diesel's denim as sturdily built: sturdy stitching, heavy-duty zippers, and a cotton-elastane blend that keeps pairs flexible rather than flimsy. On owner forums, people report pairs still fitting well and holding their wash after five to six years of regular wear, describing the jeans as lighter-weight and more comfortable than expected for the style. The cuts are snug through the seat and thigh with room to move rather than a roomy, relaxed fit.
- Strengths
- Reviewers consistently point to sturdy stitching, heavy-duty zippers, and a fabric blend that stays flexible rather than stiff or flimsy.
- Watch out for
- The fit runs snug and style-driven rather than roomy, and owners say sizing needs to be chosen carefully to get the cut right.
- Sizing
- Most owners report the line running true to size across fits from relaxed to skinny, but the cut is snug through the seat and thigh rather than generous.
About Diesel's jeans line as a whole. Sources: What makes Diesel Jeans so good? - AnandTech Forums · Diesel Jeans Review: Tried & Tested by Customer - Darveys
