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Labor Day Sale On Women's Stretch Waist Shorts

Shop the Labor Day sale on women's stretch waist shorts for styles with stretch at the waist. Compare available sizes, lengths and fit details to find a pair that suits your preferences and complements your favorite tops.

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Women's Vista Camp Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Vista Camp Shorts
A lightweight, rugged pair of thyme-colored shorts with UPF 50+ protection and a comfortable elastic waistband.
(1,449)
$69.95 $44.99
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What customers like:
Lightweight fabric
High quality
Quick-drying material
True to size
Comfortable fit
$69.95 $44.99
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Women's Vista Camp Bermuda Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Vista Camp Bermuda Shorts
A rugged, lightweight brown Bermuda short with UPF 50+ protection, made from nylon and spandex.
(1,331)
$69.95 $44.99
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What customers like:
Quick-drying fabric
Lightweight and versatile
True to size
Deep zippered pockets
Comfortable fit
$69.95 $44.99
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Women's Lakewashed Dock Shorts, Mid-Rise
L.L.Bean Women's Lakewashed Dock Shorts, Mid-Rise
A comfortable mid-rise short in white cotton blend with stretch, featuring an elastic waist and pockets.
(476)
$49.95 $29.99
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What customers like:
Well-made
Durable
True to size
Versatile
Comfortable
$49.95 $29.99
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Women's Tropicwear Comfort Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Comfort Shorts
A pair of storm blue, mid-rise fishing shorts with UPF 50+ protection and a stretchy, fast-drying fabric.
(70)
$64.95 $44.99
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What customers like:
Good inseam length
Easy on and off
Soft fabric
$64.95 $44.99
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Women's Comfort Cycling Shorts with Liner
L.L.Bean Women's Comfort Cycling Shorts with Liner
A pair of alloy gray cycling shorts with a removable liner, offering UPF 50+ protection and multiple pockets.
(27)
$79.95 $39.99
SALE
What customers like:
Comfortable outer shorts
Nice looking
True to size
$79.95 $39.99
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Women's Lakewashed Dock Shorts, Mid-Rise Embroidery
L.L.Bean Women's Lakewashed Dock Shorts, Mid-Rise Embroidery
A lightweight blue short made from soft organic cotton with stretch, embroidery, and an easy pull-on waist.
(0)
$54.95 $34.99
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$54.95 $34.99
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Women's Bean's Seacoast Seersucker Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Bean's Seacoast Seersucker Shorts
A cool green seersucker short made from a lightweight cotton-modal blend with easy stretch and hand pockets.
(0)
$49.95 $29.99
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$49.95 $29.99
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Women's Explorer Ripstop Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Explorer Ripstop Shorts
A rugged yet comfortable green cotton blend short with moisture-wicking and abrasion-resistant properties.
(0)
$59.95 $29.99
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$59.95 $29.99
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Women's Access Trail Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Access Trail Shorts
A pair of black, ultralight shorts with UPF 50+ protection and abrasion-resistant nylon-spandex blend.
(0)
$54.95 $34.99
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$54.95 $34.99
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Women's 207 Vintage Cotton Canvas Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's 207 Vintage Cotton Canvas Shorts
A pair of blue stretch canvas shorts offering lived-in softness and versatile style with utility pockets.
(0)
$59.95 $39.99
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$59.95 $39.99
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Women's Lakewashed Pull-on Chinos, Mid-Rise Wide-Leg Crop
L.L.Bean Women's Lakewashed Pull-on Chinos, Mid-Rise Wide-Leg Crop
A comfortable green wide-leg crop chino with an elastic waistband, made from 97% cotton and 3% spandex.
(0)
$69.95 $44.99
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$69.95 $44.99
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Women's Lakewashed Pull-On Chinos, Mid-Rise Wide-Leg Crop Chambray
L.L.Bean Women's Lakewashed Pull-On Chinos, Mid-Rise Wide-Leg Crop Chambray
A comfortable, blue chambray cropped pant with a mid-rise fit and adjustable drawstring waistband.
(0)
$69.95 $44.99
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$69.95 $44.99
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Women's Multisport Trail Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Multisport Trail Shorts
A pair of thyme-colored, mid-rise shorts with UPF 50+ protection and multiple pockets for versatile wear.
(0)
$69.95 $44.99
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$69.95 $44.99
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Women's Comfort Stretch Shorts, Cargo 7"
L.L.Bean Women's Comfort Stretch Shorts, Cargo 7"
A pair of dusty olive, mid-rise cargo shorts with a 7" inseam, made from stretch cotton.
(0)
$69.95 $44.99
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$69.95 $44.99
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Women's Premium Washable Linen Shorts, Mid-Rise 6"
L.L.Bean Women's Premium Washable Linen Shorts, Mid-Rise 6"
A pair of blue, mid-rise linen shorts with a soft feel and adjustable drawcord waistband.
(0)
$74 $36.99
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$74 $36.99
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Women's Comfort Stretch Shorts, Chino Bermudas 9" Print
L.L.Bean Women's Comfort Stretch Shorts, Chino Bermudas 9" Print
A pair of white printed Bermuda shorts in soft, stretch cotton twill with classic pockets and easy fit.
(0)
$69.95 $44.99
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$69.95 $44.99
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Women's Comfort Stretch Shorts, Chino Bermudas 9"
L.L.Bean Women's Comfort Stretch Shorts, Chino Bermudas 9"
A pair of green cotton twill Bermuda shorts with stretch, garment-washed softness, and classic pockets.
(0)
$64.95 $44.99
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$64.95 $44.99
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Labor Day Sale On Women's Stretch Waist Shorts

The Labor Day Sale On Women's Stretch Waist Shorts is a chance to take a thoughtful look at a familiar wardrobe favorite. If you tend to reach for the same pair of shorts whenever they’re clean, you already have a useful starting point: the length, shape and waist style you enjoy wearing most. A stretch waist is one detail to consider, but the overall cut matters just as much. Think about whether you prefer a closer silhouette or a little more room through the hips and legs, and whether you like the waistband to sit at your natural waist or slightly below it. Those preferences help narrow the selection in a way that a size label alone cannot. Start with what you know you like, then consider whether a different length or shape would bring something worthwhile to your wardrobe.

When comparing women’s stretch waist shorts, take a moment to read the individual fit descriptions and size charts rather than assuming every pair will fit alike. Stretch at the waist doesn’t tell you how the rest of the shorts are cut, so waist and hip measurements are both worth checking. Inseam measurements can also make the difference between a pair that feels familiar and one that’s shorter or longer than you expected. For a useful comparison, lay a favorite pair flat and measure the inseam from the crotch seam to the hem. Then look more closely at the details shown in each listing, including the rise, waistband construction, closures and pocket placement. A clean, simple front creates a different look from a more gathered waist, and the distinction may matter depending on whether you usually tuck in your shirt or leave it loose. Picture the shorts alongside the tops already hanging in your closet; that’s often more helpful than considering them on their own.

Shopping a Labor Day sale can be especially satisfying when you have a clear idea of what’s missing from your wardrobe. Perhaps you’re replacing a much-loved pair, looking for another option in a preferred length or trying a silhouette you’ve been meaning to explore. Let those priorities lead, and compare the listed sale prices with the details that matter to you rather than choosing on price alone. If you’re considering shorts as a gift, a familiar size is a helpful beginning, but the recipient’s preferred rise, length and overall shape will make the choice more personal. Checking those preferences, along with the applicable return and exchange information, takes some of the guesswork out of giving clothing. Whether you’re shopping for yourself or someone close to you, the aim is simple: find a pair that feels like a natural addition to a wardrobe, not something that calls for a whole new one.

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