501® Original Shorts

501® Original Shorts

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Dark Indigo - Dark Wash
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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
  • Fitted Through Hip
  • High rise: 10 1/2"
  • Straight Leg
  • Inseam: 2 1/2",Leg opening: 23 1/4",Measurements based on size 27 waist

How it Fits

  • Fitted Through Hip
  • High rise: 10 1/2"
  • Straight Leg
  • Inseam: 2 1/2",Leg opening: 23 1/4",Measurements based on size 27 waist
  • 99% Cotton, 1% LYCRA®
  • Denim
  • Stretch
  • Button fly
  • 5-pocket styling
  • Recycle and reuse facility
  • Wash your jeans once every 10 wears at most; this increases their lifespan and saves natural resources.Machine wash cold, Do not bleach, Tumble dry medium, Warm iron if needed, Dry cleaning possible, Wash inside out with like colors
  • Made in Cambodia

Composition & Care

  • 99% Cotton, 1% LYCRA®
  • Denim
  • Stretch
  • Button fly
  • 5-pocket styling
  • Recycle and reuse facility
  • Wash your jeans once every 10 wears at most; this increases their lifespan and saves natural resources.Machine wash cold, Do not bleach, Tumble dry medium, Warm iron if needed, Dry cleaning possible, Wash inside out with like colors
  • Made in Cambodia

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Overall Rating

3.9
554 out of 744 (74%) reviewers recommend this product

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Reviews 3
Weight140-160
Body TypeCurvy

Nice look, great git

a month ago
These shorts fit true to size and are very comfortable.
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: 8 or 29"
Q: Size Purchased
A: 29"

Yes, I recommend this product.

Reviews 3
Weight140-160
Body TypeCurvy

Great fit!

a month ago
These fit true to size and great. They have a nice quality feel to them.
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: 8
Q: Size Purchased
A: 8

Yes, I recommend this product.

Reviews 6
Weight140-160
Body TypeCurvy

Love Levi’s shorts

a month ago
You can’t go wrong with Levi’s shorts. My new favorite pair.
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: 32
Q: Size Purchased
A: 32

Yes, I recommend this product.

Review 1
Weight100-120
Body TypePetite

Chic!

a month ago
Nice fit! I can wear during warm season. It's chic and comfy

Yes, I recommend this product.

Review 1
Weight100-120
Body TypeLong and Lean

Love! Love, Love! Buy these, you won’t regret it!

a month ago
Perfect fit. Size 25 fit perfect. For reference, I’m 5’5 and 110lbs.
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: 25
Q: Size Purchased
A: 25
Hartwell, GA
Review 1

Cute shorts

a month ago
Cute shorts that I purchased as a gift

Originally posted on macys.com

Reviews 6
Weight100-120
Body TypeHourglass

Thick and Quality

a month ago
These are great! Exactly what I wanted to enjoy a new garment with the coming of spring. Very thick and high quality. I like the wide leg opening.

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Review 1
Weight120-140
Body TypePetite

Perfect summer shorts

a month ago
Perfect shorts for summer! Keep in mind this one has a button closure and not a zipper. Deep pockets that will actually hold your phone or keys.
Q: Size Purchased
A: 28

Yes, I recommend this product.

Review 1

Cute

a month ago
Cute

Originally posted on macys.com

Review 1
Weight140-160

501s for ever!

a month ago
Love the New Look Dark Wash! Just got out my summer clothes and I have a plethora of 501 shorts in 28 and 29. For buyers, they do stretch. I have 28s from 10 years ago that are now a good 3 inches bigger than the 29s that just arrived. After wash, use a wooden hanger to stretch to your content and eureka! I've got a size 30 on the way (the largest I've ever ordered) to see if they fit loosely on the go. Thanks Levi's for the great sale!
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: 28; 29; 30
Q: Size Purchased
A: 29; 30
Review 1

Daughter Loves them

2 months ago
Daughter loves them

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on macys.com

Review 1
Weight100-120
Body TypePetite

Best jean shorts

2 months ago
Great fit! They are the perfect length and color..

No, I do not recommend this product.

Review 1
Weight160-180
Body TypeApple

Cute

2 months ago
I had been looking for shorts that were in the darker wash I found these and I love them. They fit perfectly and they are cute. Would definitely recommend and I would buy again.
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: 12
Q: Size Purchased
A: 31

Yes, I recommend this product.

Reviews 6
Weight120-140
Body TypePetite

Pretty short

3 months ago
I am always in love with Levis and this short is on point. Buy it u won’t regret it.
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: 28
Q: Size Purchased
A: 28

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on 501® Original Shorts - Dark Indigo

Review 1
Weight100-120
Body TypeCurvy

Classic Jean shorts

3 months ago
I love these very cute everyday wear can dress up or casual
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: 25
Q: Size Purchased
A: 25

Yes, I recommend this product.

Review 1
Body TypePetite

I LOVE 501!

3 months ago
Among all designs from Levi's, 501 shorts are my FAV!! Got many 501 and size 23 are nothing but perfect! Cannot find any other brands with size 23 that fit me so well as Levi's
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: Size 23
Q: Size Purchased
A: Size 23

Yes, I recommend this product.

Review 1

No stretch

3 months ago
They fit perfect and I love the color. It’s a bit short, but you can’t see anything.

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on macys.com

Review 1
WeightUnder 100
Body TypePetite

Perfect Shorts for Petites

3 months ago
I’m 5’2 and always struggle to find shorts that don’t go halfway down my thigh and look super baggy. These are the perfect fit and length
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: XS
Q: Size Purchased
A: 23

Yes, I recommend this product.

Review 1
Weight120-140
Body TypeCurvy

Very flattering but seem to run small

4 months ago
These shorts are very flattering but seem to run a little small. I normally wear a 30 in high rise jeans, but had to go to a 31 with these shorts. Love them!
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: 30
Q: Size Purchased
A: 31

Yes, I recommend this product.

Review 1
Weight140-160
Body TypeSlender

Classic Levi

4 months ago
Great, comfy and simply just classic denim shorts.
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: Anywhere from a 10 - 14 (UK)
Q: Size Purchased
A: 29

Yes, I recommend this product.

Reviews 4

Great

5 months ago
Quality product. I'm always apprehensive about purchasing ahorts as it's not something I wear often. These were perfect in length, style and size. Glad I purchased a few colors for the summer.
Reviews 4
Weight120-140
Body TypeAthletic

Awesome

5 months ago
Quality product. I'm always apprehensive about purchasing ahorts as it's not something I wear often. These were perfect in length, style and size. Glad I purchased a few colors for the summer.

Yes, I recommend this product.

Reviews 4
Weight120-140
Body TypeAthletic

Quality Style

5 months ago
Quality product. I'm always apprehensive about purchasing ahorts as it's not something I wear often. These were perfect in length, style and size. Glad I purchased a few colors for the summer.
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: 30w or size 10
Q: Size Purchased
A: 30
Reviews 5
WeightUnder 100
Body TypeApple

Ok

5 months ago
Love it, great for every day outfit, nice on the inside and outside
Q: Size Purchased
A: Small
Review 1

excellent fit

5 months ago
i bought this shorts for my girlfriend and she is so happy

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on macys.com

Corona Ca
Review 1
Body TypeFull-figured

Good quality

6 months ago
I love Levi’s Jean shorts. Great price and value. Worth every penny

Originally posted on kohls.com

Washington Dc
Review 1

Classic

6 months ago
Levi 501 shorts. The best and last forever. If you know you know. Nothing else needs to be said.

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on macys.com

Review 1

Make more clean cut hemmed shorts

6 months ago
Its a really great fitting short but its sad that there are only 2 options for a clean hem. Not everyone wants to walk around with broken looking shorts.

Yes, I recommend this product.

Reviews 5
Weight140-160
Body TypeHourglass

100% cotton Levi's denim short

7 months ago
I love the beautiful wash of these Levi's and the classic button fly. I bought them on sale and can't wait to wear them next summer.
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: 30
Q: Size Purchased
A: 30

Yes, I recommend this product.

Review 1
Weight120-140
Body TypeAthletic

Fun shorts for vacation with my wife.

7 months ago
Good fit for my wife- she grabbed a size 25 (26.25 inch waist per Levi’s size chart). She is five foot, 10 inches tall and athletic/slim build. Sizing seems to be in keeping with the size chart online. They are high cotton content denim, so they will “wear in” slightly with time.
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: Size 2 or size 25 to 26 in Levi’s
Q: Size Purchased
A: Size 25 in these shorts.

Yes, I recommend this product.

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