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The verdict
Fit
Standard cut with relaxed drape typical of pure linen; will soften and move more freely after wear and washing. Fits true to size but will lengthen slightly when wet.
Quality
Linen is durable and only improves with age, but Reigning Champ's construction is what earns the premium—tight seams and reinforced details that keep the short together as the fabric relaxes.
Is the price fair?
At $138, this is a premium purchase justified by genuine linen and meticulous tailoring. You're paying for a short that will last years if cared for.
Best for
Warm climates, resort wear, or anyone willing to embrace linen's relaxed look and upkeep for breathability.
Care
Gentle hand wash or delicate cycle in cool water; linen wrinkles naturally and benefits from hang-dry or light pressing.
What owners report about Reigning Champ shorts
Owner coverage of Reigning Champ's terry sweat shorts is strongly positive on fabric and construction: reviewers report the terry breathes better than expected for a warm fabric, resists odor through repeated wears, and the flatlock-seamed construction on the brand's terry bottoms holds up wash after wash. The recurring functional complaint is the pockets — the open side and rear pockets let phones and keys slide out easily. Reviewers also note the brand cuts slightly trim and advise sizing up, and that the cotton shrinks a little after machine washing and drying.
- Strengths
- Odor-resistant, breathable terry fabric with flatlock construction that reviewers report holding up through years of wear and washing.
- Watch out for
- Open, unsecured pockets let contents fall out, and the trim cut plus mild shrinkage after drying catch out owners who don't size up.
- Sizing
- Reviewers report Reigning Champ measures slightly smaller than comparable cuts and advise sizing up, especially if you plan to machine-dry.
About Reigning Champ's shorts line as a whole. Sources: Reigning Champ Review: I Tried Their Bestsellers — The Adult Man · Reigning Champ Review — Mr.Alife · Slim Sweats: Reigning Champ Midweight Sweatpants Review — Megaleaper