501® Original High Rise Shorts

501® Original High Rise Shorts

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About this Style

We didn’t just introduce the blue jean—we also invented the first-ever jean shorts. An iconic style that defines your waist and hugs you in all the right places, our 501® Original Shorts are comfortable, leg-lengthening, and perfect for all-around wear.

  • The first-ever jean shorts, updated with a waist-defining high rise
  • A universally-flattering summer essential
  • Designed with a vintage-inspired fit
  • Hold the H2O: This garment is made using recycled water, which helps us to reduce our impact on this finite resource
  • Fitted through hip
  • Stretch
  • High rise: 10 1/2"
  • Inseam: 2 1/2"
  • Leg opening: 23 1/4"
  • Measurements based on size 27 waist
  • Button fly
  • 5-pocket styling

How it Fits

  • Fitted through hip
  • Stretch
  • High rise: 10 1/2"
  • Inseam: 2 1/2"
  • Leg opening: 23 1/4"
  • Measurements based on size 27 waist
  • Button fly
  • 5-pocket styling
  • 100% Cotton
  • Denim
  • Made in Cambodia

Composition & Care

  • 100% Cotton
  • Denim
  • Made in Cambodia

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The first ever jean shorts with a vintage-inspired fit.A mid-thigh cut with adjusters for a tailored-to-you fit.A classic '00s-inspired low rise with a shorter inseam.The first ever jean shorts with a a longer inseam and breathable denim.The super high-rise you know and love in a pair of ultra-flattering shorts.
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Overall Rating

4.2
368 out of 449 (82%) reviewers recommend this product

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Reviews3
Weight54 - 64

Stupendi per il tempo libero

2 days ago
Short stupendi. Fanno un lato B meraviglioso. Molto corti. Vestono molto aderenti. Ho preso un 27 e vesto una 40

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on 501® Original Shorts - Athens

Review1
Weight45 - 54

Short parfait

4 days ago
Short agréable à porter, jolie teinte et bonne coupe !

Yes, I recommend this product.

Review1
Weight64 - 73
Body TypeAthletic

So comfortable

5 days ago
My wife loves these. Comfortable and perfect for London summer
Q: What size do you usually wear?
A: 36
Q: Size Purchased
A: 34

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on 501® Original Shorts - Athens

Review1
Weight54 - 64
Body TypePear-shaped

The OG of shorts!

7 days ago
Here’s an expanded version of your review, keeping your original tone but giving it more richness and detail: These are, in my opinion, the OG of denim shorts! They’re incredibly flattering, genuinely timeless, and can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion, which makes them a true wardrobe staple. I’ve tried plenty of other brands over the years, but I always find myself coming back to the trusted and original 501. The fit is beautifully smooth across the front, with a slightly high rise that enhances the waist, and they’re snug across the rear to give that subtle, confidence‑boosting booty lift. I also love that they come in several colours, offering loads of versatility, although I’m still hoping they release a pure white pair because that would be perfection. Without question, these shorts remain a classic Levi’s icon — reliable, stylish, and endlessly wearable.
Q: What size do you usually wear?
A: 29
Q: Size Purchased
A: 29

Yes, I recommend this product.

Reviews55

Nice shorts

8 days ago
Got these for my wife and she loves them recommend them to any female
Reviews55

Nice shorts

8 days ago
Got these for my wife and she loves them recommend them to any female
Review1

Perfectos!

9 days ago
Quedan muy bonitos puestos, tallan perfecto, recogen bien cintura y abdomen.

Originally posted on 501® Original Shorts - Athens

Review1

Love These Shorts!!

11 days ago
I am absolutely in love with these shorts!! They fit perfect and look great with so many different styles of shirts. They are made of such quality material.
Review1

Buena compra

11 days ago
Shorts guapísimos y comprados a muy buen precio. Quedan genial y muy ochenteros.

Originally posted on Zalando

Review1
Weight54 - 64
Body TypePetite

Great shorts - would recommend

13 days ago
Great shorts.. fitted perfectly . Size as expected
Q: What size do you usually wear?
A: 25 inch
Q: Size Purchased
A: 25
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