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Browse all John Elliott shorts →Club Corduroy Shorts / Mocha
The verdict
Fit
Corduroy Club Shorts are typically cut through the thigh with a slight taper, sitting close but not tight; size true.
Quality
Corduroy is durable by nature; John Elliott's mid-tier construction at this price should hold up to regular wear and maintain the nap through multiple seasons.
Is the price fair?
At $198, this represents fair value for a branded cotton corduroy short with decent seaming, well-positioned for the category.
Best for
Casual wearers looking for texture and neutral color in a short that works from spring into fall.
Care
Brush corduroy gently when dry to restore the nap; wash inside-out in cool water.
What owners report about John Elliott shorts
The long-term wear reviews available report construction that holds up: after a full summer of weekly washing, one reviewer's Himalayan shorts showed no seam wear around the pockets, no fading, and an elastic waist as snug as new, and the same reviewer found a cargo style's pocket stitching intact after prolonged wear. The consistent gripe is price — reviewers call the shorts overpriced at retail, note that value is not what the brand is known for, and one bought his pairs well below retail on the secondary market instead. Coverage is thin beyond a single enthusiast site, and owner discussion on forums is scarce.
- Strengths
- Long-term reports show durable construction — pocket stitching, elastic waists, and fabric color all holding up after a season of regular wear and washing.
- Watch out for
- Reviewers consistently flag retail pricing as steep for what the shorts are, and the short inseams on some styles won't suit everyone.
- Sizing
- Sizing varies by style on the brand's numbered scale — one reviewer sized up in the relaxed-fit Himalayan for extra room but found the Miramar cargo ran large enough to size down.
About John Elliott's shorts line as a whole. Sources: Cropped Cut: John Elliott Himalayan Shorts Review · Tactical & Practical: John Elliott Miramar Cargo Shorts Review