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The verdict
Fit
Open-weave construction implies a looser fabric drape; likely a more relaxed silhouette than Frame's fitted denim shorts. Expect a summery, less body-conscious cut.
Quality
At USD 228, Frame should deliver even texture and secure weaving that won't separate or snag. Construction quality is critical for open-weave garments.
Is the price fair?
USD 228 is mid-range for a specialty-weave short; reasonable if the fabric quality and finish match the price, though open-weave is typically a premium technique.
Best for
Shoppers seeking a lightweight, textural short for warm weather who prefer a relaxed, unstructured fit.
Care
Open-weave fabrics demand delicate handling; hand wash or gentle cycle, cold water, and air dry to prevent distortion.
What owners report about Frame shorts
Reviewers split on Frame's denim shorts. Editors who tested several styles praise the denim itself as soft but substantial and the cuts as comfortable and non-restricting. An independent reviewer of the stretch-denim cutoff style had a worse experience: the shorts bagged out badly through a single day of wear, shed loose threads, and had folded hems that would not stay in place after washing. Sizing is reported as inconsistent from style to style, with several reviewers finding them large.
- Strengths
- Reviewers consistently praise the feel of the denim — soft but sturdy — and cuts that read relaxed without being sloppy.
- Watch out for
- The stretch-denim styles stretch out dramatically during wear, and reviewers report loose threads and cutoff hems that unroll after washing.
- Sizing
- Multiple reviewers found the shorts run large and inconsistent by style — one said going down two sizes gave the right fit, and another found the size guide inaccurate for her measurements.
About Frame's shorts line as a whole. Sources: Frame Le Cut Off denim shorts review — Newinspired · Frame Denim Shorts Review — Refinery29