Denim Shorts on Sale

Shop these deeply discounted deals on shorts now and you'll be well prepared when temps warm up in the spring. You'll save up to 80% on denim, linen, and more styles. Plus, orders of $59 or more ship for free. Deal ends December 31. Shop Now at Hollister

It may be too cold to think about sporting shorts outdoors, but now is still a great time to shop for them. These clearance deals from Hollister knock up to 71% off a ton of styles, like active, denim, and more. Plus, orders of $59 or more qualify for free shipping. Deal ends December 31. Shop Now at Hollister

Denim shorts with a mid-rise, wide-leg sailor cut work well if you want something a bit more retro-styled than a standard cutoff short, and Target's price point makes them easy to grab in a few washes. Buy Now at Target

Update: The price has changed to $19.99 since this was originally published.

These knee-length denim shorts suit anyone who wants more coverage than standard cutoffs while still keeping a casual look, and at $19.98, the current price is basically the same as the $19.99 list price, so don't expect much of a discount here. Buy Now at Amazon

Linen-blend fabric keeps these shorts breathable for warm weather, and the denim-style cut works for casual everyday wear rather than a specific occasion. At $16.99, that's $3 off the $19.99 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Fans of the retro Firebird track look who still want denim get a Y2K-meets-throwback vibe here, thanks to the mid-rise straight cut and adidas branding. The Adicolor line runs true to adidas's classic color palette, so it's worth grabbing if you're building out a matching set. Buy Now at adidas

Denim shorts hitting mid-thigh give you a bit more coverage than the standard cutoff, which suits anyone who wants a casual, everyday short without feeling too exposed. Target has these in a mid-rise cut, so they sit comfortably at the waist without the tight snugness of low-rise styles. Buy Now at Target

Denim shorts cut with extra room through the hips and thighs, so anyone whose curves don't quite fit the straight-cut version of this style gets a fit that actually sits right without gapping at the waist. Buy Now at Target

These mid-rise shorts suit anyone after a relaxed, 90s-inspired fit with a cuffed hem instead of a fitted silhouette, and Target has them for $19.60, $8.40 off the $28 list price. Buy Now at Target

Denim shorts with a higher rise and short 2.5-inch inseam suit anyone who wants coverage on top without the length lower on the leg, and Target's Universal Thread line keeps them affordable enough to grab in a couple washes. Buy Now at Target

Denim shorts that hit at the high-rise waist and skip the raw hem, so you get a finished look without sacrificing that classic cut-off style you're after. Buy Now at Target

Update: The price has changed to $23.93 since this was originally published.

Ripped denim shorts with a high-waisted fit work well if you want a casual summer staple that doesn't sit low, and right now they're $1.20 off the usual $23.93 price. Buy Now at Amazon

Denim shorts that stay put thanks to the higher rise, a solid pick if you're after a classic cut-off length without hunting through vintage racks. Buy Now at Target

These high-rise denim shorts suit anyone wanting a longer, more coverage-friendly cut than typical cutoffs, and at $15.40 they're $12.60 below the $28 list price. Buy Now at Target

Denim shorts with a crossover waistband tend to sit more comfortably than a standard button-fly pair, which matters if you're on your feet a lot this summer, and at $21 that's $9 off the $30 list price. Buy Now at Target

A no-frills pick for casual summer wear if you want denim shorts without paying premium prices, and Target has them at 50% off, $10 down from $20. Buy Now at Target

These work for game day tailgates or casual wear if you want Alabama gear that doesn't look like standard team merchandise, thanks to the high-rise cut and retro styling. At $34.99, that's $23 off the $57.99 list price. Buy Now at Fanatics

Update: The price has changed to $19.99 since this was originally published.

These denim overall shorts suit anyone after a casual layering piece for warmer months, and right now the price is basically unchanged from list at $19.98, so buy based on the style, not the discount. Buy Now at Amazon

Denim mini shorts with a built-in belt make sense for anyone who wants a put-together look without pairing separate pieces, and Target's Wild Fable line keeps the price reasonable for something you'll likely rotate through warm-weather wear often. Buy Now at Target

Casual denim shorts like these work well as a warm-weather staple you can wear with almost anything, though at $24.98 versus a $24.99 list price, this one's essentially at full price right now. Buy Now at Amazon

Cargo pockets and a high waist make these a solid pick if you want function without sacrificing fit, and Amazon has them at $25.48, about $7.50 off the $32.99 list price. Buy Now at Amazon