Sky’s out, thighs out! Spring is here, and I’m welcoming the warm weather by letting my thighs breathe. Now, I know what you’re thinking: You’re wondering how I, a fellow plus-size woman, recommend shorts when I know that the plus-size fashion “rules” say we should cover our legs. Honestly? We’re saying down with that mentality and are leaving being conscious about wearing shorts in the rearview mirror—and to celebrate, we found the best plus-size shorts of 2023.
As a curvy girl, shorts have been notoriously hard for me to shop for because of my—what some would call—thunder thighs. To be honest, for some time, I completely gave up on wearing shorts that weren’t defined as activewear, and the only jean shorts I wore were cutoffs of men’s jeans I had thrifted. But after finally finding a pair that I loved, I got to a turning point—and these shorts can help you do the same.
Ready to let your legs free all summer long? These are the plus-size shorts that should be on your radar.

Mid-Length Denim Shorts

Smocked Shorts

Linen Shorts
8 colors available

Linen Blend Shorts
2 colors available

Utility Shorts
3 colors available

Tweed Shorts

Linen Blend Shorts

Textured Cotton Shorts

Linen Shorts

High-Waisted Mom Shorts

High Rise Shorts

High Rise Denim Shorts

Paperbag Shorts

Mom Shorts
5 colors available

Cutoff Denim Shorts

Pull-On Shorts

Tailored Shorts
6 colors available

Satin Shorts

Plisse Shorts

Linen Shorts

Linen Blend Shorts
4 colors available

Seam Detail Shorts

Pull-On Shorts
2 colors available

Cutoff Shorts
4 colors available

Cotton Shorts
