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Browse all Taylor Stitch shorts →The Surplus Short in Field Olive Reverse Sateen
The verdict
Fit
Surplus Shorts sit at a relaxed waist with a straight thigh and tapered ankle. The cut allows for ease of movement. Size true.
Quality
Organic cotton reverse sateen is a step above plain twill—it's smooth, slightly dressy, and durable. Taylor Stitch's construction here is reliable for frequent washing.
Is the price fair?
USD 128 for reverse sateen shorts is mid-to-premium tier. The specialty weave and organic fiber justify the price against basic cotton alternatives.
Best for
Everyday wearers and casual professionals seeking shorts that transition from weekend activity to social settings.
Care
Machine wash cool with like colors; tumble dry low to maintain the reverse sateen sheen.
What owners report about Taylor Stitch shorts
Reviewers describe the range as split between casual drawstring styles and more technical pairs: the casual shorts use organic cotton fabrics reviewers call light and comfortable, sitting between chino shorts and athletic shorts in formality, while the technical pairs blend organic cotton with nylon and spandex and add a water-repellent finish and drainage-hole pockets. Coverage of build quality is consistently positive, with one long-term brand reviewer calling material, build, weight, and feel all high quality. The same reviewer's complaints centered on drawstring quality and button stitching — relevant since drawstring waists feature across the casual shorts — and notes that customer reviews of the brand are mixed, with complaints about customer service.
- Strengths
- Fabric and construction quality draw consistent praise across both the casual organic-cotton styles and the stretch-blend technical pairs.
- Watch out for
- The reported weak points are the small stuff — drawstring quality and button stitching — plus recurring complaints about the brand's customer service.
- Sizing
- The technical shorts' 8-inch inseam is reported to hit at or above the knee for most wearers, and the casual styles use forgiving drawstring waists.
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