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Levi's 501® Original Fit High-Rise Women's Jean Shorts

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$49.99 when purchased online
Target Online store #3991

About this item

Fit & style

  • High-rise
  • Fitted through the hip and thigh
  • 2.5" inseam
  • Button fly
  • Machine wash
Original Shorts are comfy, leg-lengthening, and perfect for all-around wear. In 1873, Levi's ® invented the blue jean. What started as a piece of clothing for the American worker quickly became an icon of American style around the globe. And every Levi's ® style is crafted with the same high standard of craftsmanship and quality they've always been known for. Worn by everyone from miners and rebels to rockstars, Levi's ® aren't just made to be worn, but to be lived in, too.

Levi's

women's bottoms
Size Jean Size Waist (in) Hip (in)
00 24 22.5 - 23.5 32 -33.5
0 25 23.5 - 24.5 33.5 - 34.5
2 26 24.5 - 25.5 34.5 - 35.5
4 27 25.5 - 26.5 35.5 - 36.5
6 28 26.5 - 27.5 36.5 - 37.5
8 29 27.5 - 28.5 37.5 - 38.5
10 30 29 - 30 39 - 40
12 31 30.5 - 32 40.5 - 42
14 32 32 - 33.5 42 - 43.5
16 33 33.5 - 35 42.5 - 43.5
18 34 34 -35 44.5 - 45.5
16W 34 38.25 47.25
18W 36 40.25 49.25
20W 38 42.25 51.25
22W 40 44.25 53.25
24W 42 46.25 55.25
26W 44 48.25 57.25

All Sizes in Inches Unless Otherwise Stated

women’s measuring guide

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Use the tips & visuals in this guide to take body measurements accurately & easily.

How to measure

  • Waist

    Bend slightly to one side. The crease is where your natural waistline is. Measure a comfortably loose, level line around that point.

  • Hip

    Stand with your feet together. Measure a level line around the fullest part of your hips & Seat.

  • Inseam

    Take a pair of pants that fit well. Now measure along the seam from the crotch to the leg opening.

Sizing: Womens
Material: 100% Cotton
Inseam Length: 3 Inches
Rise: High Rise
Closure Style: Fly Button
Fit: Regular Fit
Garment Length: Short
Fabric Name: Denim
Garment Details: Coin Pocket, Back Pocket, Front Pocket
Fabric Weight Type: Heavyweight Fabric
Stretch: No Stretch
Care and Cleaning: Machine Wash, Tumble Dry
TCIN: 89527250
UPC: 197667532286
Item Number (DPCI): 014-14-0078
Origin: Imported
If the item details above aren’t accurate or complete, we want to know about it.

Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 8.93 inches length x 6.73 inches width x 3.07 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.6614 pounds

Return details

This item can be returned to any Target store or Target.com.
This item must be returned within 90 days of the date it was purchased in store, shipped, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or made ready for pickup.
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Q: Are these button up or zipper

submitted by toricafe - 6 months ago
  • A: They're button fly. They're original 501s but short.

    submitted bySteph - 6 months ago

Q: Are these the distressed/destroyed style?

submitted by Debbie - 7 months ago
  • A: Hi Debbie, It varies by style, but all of the Levi's 501® Original Fit High-Rise Women's Jean Shorts feature some level of destruction.

    submitted byDENIZEN Product Expert - 7 months ago
    Brand expert

Summary of reviews

Guests appreciate the stylish design and quality of these Levi's shorts, but many have experienced significant sizing issues. While some find them true to size and flattering, others report that they run very small and lack stretch. The shorts are praised for their fit and comfort when the right size is found, making them a popular choice for summer wear.
    Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
    4.1 out of 5 stars with 172 reviews
    comfort: 3.98 out of 5
    value: 3.61 out of 5
    style: 4.38 out of 5
    sizing: true to size
    60% would recommend
    56 recommendations

    Good quality but waist is too small

    3 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    jhp1421 - 4 months ago, Verified purchaser
    Waist is very small, I have Levi’s jeans and the waist on them is not as small as the waist on these Jean shorts
    sizing: too small
    style: 5 out of 5
    comfort: 3 out of 5
    value: 4 out of 5
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    Love good Levis!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Rylandsmommy - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
    I think I own these shorts in 10 colors. Just always my go to. Every summer for the last 3-4 summers and they last so long!!! I haven't gotten rid of one pair, just buy more haha
    style: 5 out of 5
    sizing: true to size
    value: 5 out of 5
    comfort: 5 out of 5
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    My go to

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Rylandsmommy - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
    Was shipped the wrong size but, rebought correct size in store- and love them!! Fit true to size I'd say maybe if you're in between, size up to the next size so you can dry them and they fit comfortably?! That's how I felt.
    style: 5 out of 5
    comfort: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
    sizing: true to size
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    Bunch up

    3 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    Kathy - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
    They have stretched out since I've worn them in which makes them comfier and slightly looser than expected but I was ok with that. They roll up at my thighs though and I have to pull them back down/ adjust them a lot which is not ideal for the price spent.
    comfort: 4 out of 5
    style: 4 out of 5
    value: 3 out of 5
    sizing: true to size
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    Runs small- it's nothing but a # !!

    4 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    T3s - 5 months ago
    I found the shorts in store after reading review to size up-runs small. Normally I am a 29 in Levi’s. I went for a bigger size and 32 was available. I tried them on and they were perfect. So yes, size up. Now I will probably wear em out everywhere the rest of the summer, and I would like to try light wash too-32
    sizing: too small
    value: 3 out of 5
    comfort: 5 out of 5
    style: 4 out of 5
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    Disapointing

    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    Disapointment - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
    Bought my exact size that I am in all my shorts and went home for an event ripped the tag off and then tried them on because I was in a hurry and they don’t fit at all very disappointed, I called the store and they wouldn’t let me return them. These shorts were pricey and very cute but couldn’t wear them or get my money back!
    value: 1 out of 5
    comfort: 1 out of 5
    style: 5 out of 5
    sizing: too small
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    Favorite shorts.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    ARoberts - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
    Love these shorts. I read the reviews that the sizing is off so I measured myself and ordered the size based on the chart. They fit perfectly. I’ve never had a pair of shorts I’m so comfortable in and they’re great quality. I ordered another pair in a different wash.
    style: 5 out of 5
    comfort: 5 out of 5
    value: 4 out of 5
    sizing: true to size
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    Size up!

    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    Pslmomof2 - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
    Bought them online and had to return upon receiving them, they run small and had a very tight boxy look.
    style: 3 out of 5
    comfort: 3 out of 5
    sizing: too small
    value: 2 out of 5
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    poor quality

    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    Mms3 - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
    ripped while wearing for the first time within an hour of putting them on. completely unwearable now. i love levi’s.. but these seem very poorly made
    value: 1 out of 5
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    Runs small

    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    Trixie - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
    They run small. I’ve worn a 31 in Levi’s jeans since my 30s I got a 32 to play safe in the shorts .. they are too small.
    value: 2 out of 5
    sizing: too small
    style: 5 out of 5
    comfort: 1 out of 5
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    Sizing must be all over the place

    3 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    JulieE1 - 7 months ago
    I'm so confused by the reviews. I saw these at Target tonight and the size 24 looked like it could fit a 2 year-old. I tried on a 32 just for fun because that was the only other size they had and they fit! They were a little loose in the bum but I liked how they fit in the waist and ended up buying them. I may return them though. For reference, I normally wear a 28, sometimes a 27 or a 29, never bigger than a 30. Either buy in the store or order a bunch of sizes to get the right fit.
    comfort: 4 out of 5
    style: 4 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
    sizing: too small
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    Sizing Off

    3 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Bigbubba - 7 months ago
    Stylish, but ran small.
    4 guests found this review helpful. Did you?

    Small

    3 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Astew - 7 months ago, Verified purchaser
    These shorts run very small, I’m a size 6 medium 5’4 140lbs and they do not have any stretch and they ride up. Size up if you’re gonna buy
    sizing: too small
    comfort: 3 out of 5
    style: 3 out of 5
    value: 4 out of 5
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    Would buy again

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Itsonlycaroline - 7 months ago
    I bought this and in another color and I am so happy I did. Great fit, quality and style. True to size.
    comfort: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
    sizing: true to size
    style: 5 out of 5
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    Would buy again

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Itsonlycaroline - 7 months ago
    Absolutely love Levi’s and I’m so glad I got my true to size in these shorts. Great fit, amazing quality.
    sizing: true to size
    value: 5 out of 5
    comfort: 5 out of 5
    style: 5 out of 5
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    Not true to size

    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    Dejavu1202 - 7 months ago, Verified purchaser
    Not true to size ! Runs very small. I wear a size 12 Jean so I figured to order up and got a size 32, it barely fit past my thighs. So disappointed.
    sizing: too small
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    Teen loves them

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Bossmom - 7 months ago
    So confused by these reviews. My daughter has these in two colors now. They fit perfect, definitely true to size…I would even say slightly big? She definitely has a more athletic body with a butt and soccer thighs. Shes 5’4 and 129lbs. She wears a size 24.
    comfort: 5 out of 5
    sizing: true to size
    value: 3 out of 5
    style: 5 out of 5
    7 guests found this review helpful. Did you?

    Sizing is off

    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    Tasha Nicole - 7 months ago, Verified purchaser
    Sizing is off. I’m typically a 33 but bought a 34 for extra room. Shorts didn’t even button. When compared to a size 34 pair of shorts from Abercrombie, the Levi shorts are about 2 inches smaller.
    sizing: too small
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    Love it got 4 different colors has some stretch

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Vanna - 7 months ago, Verified purchaser
    I love these shorts I got 4 different colors. It has a little bit of a stretch true to size
    sizing: true to size
    style: 5 out of 5
    comfort: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
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    BEST SHORTS OF ALL FREAKING TIME

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    shelby - 8 months ago, Verified purchaser
    I absolutely adore Levi’s shorts like no other - I refuse to buy any other shorts I feel like at this point. They’re always soooooo flattering and quality, they last for years. :)
    style: 5 out of 5
    sizing: true to size
    comfort: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
    3 guests found this review helpful. Did you?

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