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The verdict
Fit
Pleats add a structured element and extra room; the cut is cut for men's sizing. Pleats will soften with wear but expect a slightly fuller silhouette than flat-front styles.
Quality
Cotton at $49 is budget-tier. Pleats add complexity; quality depends on how well they're stitched. Expect moderate durability—typical for fast-fashion casual wear.
Is the price fair?
Budget pricing for a pleated cotton short. This is low-cost basic wear; no premium features but solid value for a seasonal short.
Best for
Budget-conscious men seeking a simple, unpretentious short for everyday summer wear.
Care
Pleats will soften and may not fully recover after washing; hang-dry to help them set.
What owners report about Everlane shorts
Owners and reviewers mostly cover the chino-style shorts and the sport shorts. The cotton-elastane chino shorts are described as soft and comfortable for everyday summer wear, but durability reports are mixed: reviewers note stitching coming undone, pilling, and fabric wearing out quickly in high-friction spots like pockets and seams, and lighter colors can be slightly see-through. The sport shorts are moisture-wicking and quick-drying, and carry a 365-day guarantee under which the brand replaces them free if they get a hole or lose their shape.
- Strengths
- Reviewers consistently praise the soft, stretchy fabric and all-day comfort of the chino shorts, and the sport shorts' unusually long replacement guarantee.
- Watch out for
- Stitching coming undone and fabric wear or pilling in high-friction areas are the most-reported failures, and lighter colors can be somewhat see-through.
- Sizing
- Reviewers report the chino shorts run slightly small, so sizing up is commonly advised if between sizes.
About Everlane's shorts line as a whole. Sources: Everlane Performance Chino Shorts Review: 5 Reasons These Are a Great Summer Find · 14 top-rated pairs of men's shorts to buy for summer (Reviewed)