White Denim Shorts Are Back—Find the Best Pairs for Every Body Type

When summer hits, jean shorts make their way back into our denim rotation once again. This year, we’re swapping true-blue cutoffs for polished white denim shorts—and the style shift couldn’t be chicer.

White denim shorts offer a crisp and clean old money appeal, but can also feel effortless and laidback depending on the style you choose. However, as with all jean shorts, it can be hard to find a pair with the perfect fit. 

Before shopping the trend, it’s important to keep in mind the different styles and silhouettes so that you can pick the right pair for your body type (and feel confident no matter how you rock them).

• Best White Denim Shorts for Thick Thighs: A&F Curve Love High Rise Dad Short
• Best Plus-Size White Denim Shorts: Madewell The Plus Perfect Vintage Mid-Length Short
• Best White Denim Shorts for Long Torsos: Levi’s Ribcage Women’s Shorts
• Best Petite White Denim Shorts: Gap 11″ Mid Rise Longline Denim Shorts

The roomy fit of these utility-inspired shorts make them an ideal pick for thick thighs. They’re made from a cotton blend that is so soft, you won’t feel like you’re wearing jeans at all.

This pair is from Abercrombie’s Curve Love line which is a fan-favorite for their curve-hugging design that eliminates the dreaded waist gap and stretchy feel.

Channel a laidback vibe with these high-waisted shorts which boast a looser fit through the hips and thighs for ultimate comfort.

The A-line silhouette of these white shorts gives it a polished, put together feel. They come in sizes 16W to 26W.

Incorporate 90s minimalism into your summer wardrobe with these mid-length shorts that keep their shape all day and are designed with a hint of stretch.

The baggy fit of these shorts are on-trend and effortless to style. A distressed hem gives them a bit of an edge.

The floral appliqué along the front of hem of these high-waisted cutoffs delivers a boho chic feel that’s huge for summer.

The high-waisted silhouette of these raw hem shorts are ideal since they help create the appearance of a shorter torso (while still making your legs look miles long).

Inspired by vintage dad shorts, this mid-rise pair boasts a wide leg silhouette that is equal parts easygoing and polished.

Because these longline shorts come in petite sizes, you can experiment with the bermuda shorts trend and not feel like your bottoms are swallowing you whole.

You can never go wrong Levi’s 501 jean shorts, especially this extra short version that are a perfect match for those that are petite.

If your denim drawer needs one more upgrade, these mid-length shorts are it with a high waist and curve-enhancing back that feel equal parts relaxed and refined. The fit is made to flatter from every angle.

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