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Browse all Joe's Jeans shorts →THE HIGH RISE BOXER SHORT
The verdict
Fit
High-rise boxer silhouette and pull-on fit suggest a loose waist and relaxed hip. Yellow is a statement color; sizing runs true.
Quality
At 40 USD, this is budget basics construction—simple seaming, thin fabric. The anise-flower print is a visual focal point, not durability feature.
Is the price fair?
40 USD is entry-level basics pricing. The color and silhouette are novelties; durability expectations should match the low price point.
Best for
Novelty wear and vacation packing—buy for fun, not reliability. Perfect for pool days and beach weekends.
Care
Wash in warm water with similar colors; the bright yellow will bleed slightly in early washes.
What owners report about Joe's Jeans shorts
Coverage of Joe's shorts is thin next to the jeans line, and what exists leans on the same soft stretch denim. Owners describe the fabric as soft and comfortable, and one shorts style is reviewed positively for its comfort and elastic waistband, with shorts priced over a hundred dollars. Durability reports are mostly good — one owner says a pair "holds up to so much wear and tear" — but an editor round-up notes repeat buyers reporting inconsistencies in material stretch and thickness compared to past purchases.
- Strengths
- Owners consistently praise the soft, stretchy denim as comfortable and flattering, and say it keeps its shape after washing.
- Watch out for
- Repeat buyers report fabric inconsistency — the stretch and thickness of the same style can differ from one purchase to the next.
- Sizing
- Reports conflict: one review guide says the brand runs true to size, while another finds the fit slightly generous and suggests ordering a size down.
About Joe's Jeans's shorts line as a whole. Sources: Joe's Jeans Review - Must Read This Before Buying · The Best Joe's Jeans - Our Editor's Review of the Top 12 Joe's Jeans