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501® Mid Thigh Women's Shorts

Levi's® Premium

501® Mid Thigh Women's Shorts

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Color:  Delivery Distance Short - Black
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About this Style

The first ever jean shorts. Modeled after the 501® Original jeans, these Mid-Thigh Shorts were made with our iconic vintage-inspired fit, a flattering high rise and a longer inseam. To this day, they’ve never gone out of style. And they never will.


  • The first-ever jean shorts, updated with a waist-defining high rise and longer length
  • A universally-flattering summer essential
  • Hits mid-thigh for a versatile style
  • Guaranteed to never go out of style
  • Woven with a hint of stretch for all-day comfort and easy movement
  • Easy Through The Hip
  • High rise: 10 1/2"
  • Inseam: 6",Leg opening: 22",Measurements based on size 27 waist

How it Fits

  • Easy Through The Hip
  • High rise: 10 1/2"
  • Inseam: 6",Leg opening: 22",Measurements based on size 27 waist
  • 99% Cotton, 1% Elastane (LYCRA®)
  • Denim
  • Stretch
  • Button fly
  • 5-pocket styling
  • Imported

Composition & Care

  • 99% Cotton, 1% Elastane (LYCRA®)
  • Denim
  • Stretch
  • Button fly
  • 5-pocket styling
  • Imported

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299 out of 336 (89%) reviewers recommend this product

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71 to 100 of 421 Reviews .
71 – 100 of 421 Reviews
Review 1
Weight100-120

Short en jeans

7 months ago
Livraison rapide . Et produit conforme aux explications . Il est hyper agréable à porter

Yes, I recommend this product.

Product Used Since : 12/7/2025
Reviews 2

Muy lindo

8 months ago
Short de buen largo, calidad suprema su tela. Tiene botones en vez de cierre
Product Used Since : 11/28/2025
Reviews 3
Weight120-140

Una estupenda compra

9 months ago
Estos shorts jeans que no se ciñen al muslo y un poco elásticos son muy cómodos y además sientan muy bien.

Yes, I recommend this product.

Product Used Since : 10/14/2025
Review 1
Weight120-140
Body TypePetite

Love the brown! Order up!

11 months ago
Love love the sorrel brown color, very cool look. I am 5’4” tall, 130 lbs and typically wear a size 27 or 26 depending. My waist is 27” and 36” hip. I bought these is a size 27 because I didn’t want them to be tight - they were. I exchanged for a size 28 and I wear them all the time! I don’t think these I’d of shirts look good tight/fitted so a size 28 was a good choice for me. They aren’t loose but they aren’t super fitted either.
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: 26/27
Q: Size Purchased
A: 28

Yes, I recommend this product.

Review 1
Weight100-120
Body TypePetite

Love Love!

a year ago
5 ft 115 lbs. Ordered a size 25 in both. I bought the Luxor last color and it is like a whole size too big, so I ordered another size smaller and I'm hoping that will fit better. I also ordered the Sorrel Horse and it fits perfectly. Love these shorts and never want to take them off. 10/10 will buy every color. Also love that they have a hem on them, I strongly dislike raw hem.
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: 25
Q: Size Purchased
A: 25

Yes, I recommend this product.

Review 1
Weight140-160

Muy cómodos

a year ago
Muy cómodos y prácticos. La talla es xactamente lo que esperaba. Para tener en cuenta, es con botones, no con cremallera.

Yes, I recommend this product.

Product Used Since : 7/28/2025
Review 1
Weight140-160
Body TypeHourglass

My favorite shorts

a year ago
These are my favorite shorts, but the absolutely run small. That being said I normally wear a size 30 and I sized up to a 33 inch n these. They are super comfortable, perfect length and very flattering with lots of different tops.
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: 30
Q: Size Purchased
A: 33

Yes, I recommend this product.

Reviews 2
Weight100-120
Body TypePetite

Love them

a year ago
I have a pair of these shorts in another color so i decided to get these as well since they were on sale. I loved my original ones but for some reason these fit me so much better and more flattering.
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: 24
Q: Size Purchased
A: 24

Yes, I recommend this product.

Product Used Since : 7/9/2025
Reviews 2

Mooi pasvorm en lengte

a year ago
Mooi pasvorm en lengte, precies wat ik wil van een short, super blij mee!

Yes, I recommend this product.

Product Used Since : 6/30/2025
Review 1
Weight120-140

Der Klassiker unter den Shorts

a year ago
Der beste Kauf, den ich machen konnte. Ich hatte vor 35 Jahren die letzte 501 gekauft und bin total erfreut, dass es den Klassiker auch als Shorts gibt. Sitz perfekt und sieht gut aus.

Yes, I recommend this product.

Product Used Since : 6/21/2025
Reviews 2
Weight160-180

Short jean mi cuisses très féminin. Parfait

a year ago
Très belle coupe et bonne qualité et très agréable

Yes, I recommend this product.

Product Used Since : 6/9/2025
Reviews 2
Weight120-140
Body TypePetite

love these shorts

a year ago
love these shorts. they're awesome. highly recommend
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: 25
Q: Size Purchased
A: 26

Yes, I recommend this product.

Product Used Since : 5/27/2025
Review 1
Weight160-180

Krasse Shorts

a year ago
Die Hose sitzt super und ist sehr fertig. Man erkennst den Unterschied zu günstigen Jeansshorts sofort.

Yes, I recommend this product.

Product Used Since : 6/6/2025
Review 1
Weight140-160
Body TypeAthletic

Love them

a year ago
These are the perfect length and a great fit. I sized up due to the lack of stretch.
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: 27/28
Q: Size Purchased
A: 30

Yes, I recommend this product.

Product Used Since : 5/27/2025
Review 1

Perfection!

a year ago
These shorts are amazing. They aren't too short, perfect for summer outings
Review 1
Weight140-160
Body TypeCurvy

Love these shorts

a year ago
These are my new favorite denim shorts. I ordered 2 different sizes because of the reviews. I ordered one size up and the other 2 sizes up from my actual size with the intention of returning the one that didn’t fit. They both fit, so I’m keeping them!!
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: 30
Q: Size Purchased
A: 31,32

Yes, I recommend this product.

Product Used Since : 5/25/2025
Review 1
Weight100-120
Body TypePetite

Perfect modest but youthful jean

a year ago
I am 5'5" and 120 lbs and I ordered my normal size 25 and it fits great. I got the no stretch blue beauty and the no damage white -- both are beautiful. The denim color are a bit thicker and the white feel a little more stretchy, but not too much. I am 37 and love these for my lifestyle as a mom of 2 who likes to feel modest but youthful. I am also sporting short 501 cut offs still so this feels like a good balance to have in my closet. PS. my butt looks great in them!
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: 25
Q: Size Purchased
A: 25

Yes, I recommend this product.

Review 1
Weight120-140
Body TypePear-shaped

Fab Mid thigh Levi shorts

a year ago
Flattering shorts, comes to mid thigh. Great price point and preferred them to more expensive designer shorts
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: Size 10
Q: Size Purchased
A: 28

Yes, I recommend this product.

Product Used Since : 5/13/2025
Reviews 15
WeightPrefer Not To Answer

Bellissimi

a year ago
Sempre molto belli i 501, consiglio di prendere una taglia in più a chi ha un sedere molto rotondo, per avere una vestibilità migliore.

Yes, I recommend this product.

Reviews 2
Weight120-140
Body TypeAthletic

Size Up

a year ago
I'm a true 27 in jeans/shorts in all brands, but these ended up being too fitted in the thigh and didn't give me the baggy look I was going for. Exchanged for a 28 and they are perfect!
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: 27
Q: Size Purchased
A: 27/28
Product Used Since : 4/14/2025
Review 1
Weight120-140
Body TypeAthletic

Slim Fit

a year ago
Slim fit mid thigh jean shorts. I like the darker wash, it can be dressed up or down. This fit true to my usual Levi’s size. 27. I’m 5’6, and vary between 125-130.
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: 27
Q: Size Purchased
A: 27

Yes, I recommend this product.

Product Used Since : 4/1/2025
Reviews 3
Weight100-120
Body TypePetite

Nice

a year ago
Cute, nice fit. True to size. Probably will keep these.
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: 24
Q: Size Purchased
A: 24

Yes, I recommend this product.

Product Used Since : 3/31/2025
Reviews 18
Weight120-140
Body TypeCurvy

Love them

a year ago
I loved the look of these shorts and read the reviews about sizing up if you're curvier. Totally recommend. I only sized up one size and they fit perfect without being way too tight in the croch and thigh area.
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: 25
Q: Size Purchased
A: 26

Yes, I recommend this product.

Product Used Since : 3/27/2025
Reviews 2
Weight120-140
Body TypePetite

Never disappoints

a year ago
Never disappoints. Love the distressed shorts. Can’t wait till summer to wear.
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: 27
Q: Size Purchased
A: 27

Yes, I recommend this product.

Product Used Since : 1/15/2025
Review 1
Weight120-140
Body TypeAthletic

The BEST shorts on the planet

a year ago
These shorts are my all time favorite shorts. I love the length and fabric. They always look and feel good on. I even customized them at the Chicago store with Belena! She’s a master alteration.

Yes, I recommend this product.

Product Used Since : 11/26/2024
Review 1
Weight140-160
Body TypePetite

Ease to shop on Levi website

a year ago
Easy to shop on the website and shipping is even better as I received my item in the shortest time
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: 29

Yes, I recommend this product.

Product Used Since : 11/26/2024
Reviews 3
Weight120-140
Body TypePetite

Cute shorts

a year ago
These were a little big, I got them in 27 and seemed kind of loose in the booty area
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: 27
Q: Size Purchased
A: 27

Yes, I recommend this product.

Product Used Since : 11/25/2024
Reviews 12
Weight140-160
Body TypeCurvy

Super fun

a year ago
Excellent quality, as expected with all Levi's products. Fantastic and flattering fit.

Yes, I recommend this product.

Product Used Since : 9/12/2024
Reviews 12
Weight140-160
Body TypeCurvy

Fun shorts

a year ago
Excellent quality, as expected with all Levi's products. Fantastic and flattering fit.

Yes, I recommend this product.

Product Used Since : 9/12/2024
Reviews 12
Weight140-160
Body TypeCurvy

Fun shorts

a year ago
Excellent quality, as expected with all Levi's products. Fantastic and flattering fit.

Yes, I recommend this product.

Product Used Since : 9/12/2024
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