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Ladies Shorts

Explore ladies shorts from L.L.Bean to find a pair that suits your style. As you browse, check each pair’s length, fit and sizing details to narrow down your options and choose with confidence.

Women's Comfort Cycling Shorts with Liner
L.L.Bean Women's Comfort Cycling Shorts with Liner
Gray cycling shorts with removable chamois-lined liner, quick-drying stretch fabric, UPF 50+ protection, and reflective details.
(27)
$79.95 $29.99
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What customers like:
Comfortable outer shorts
Nice looking
True to size
$79.95 $29.99
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Women's New Currents Swimwear, Swim Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's New Currents Swimwear, Swim Shorts
Blue swim shorts in recycled nylon-Lycra spandex offer UPF 50+, quick drying, and a zip pocket.
(255)
$59.95 $39.99
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What customers like:
Great fit
Perfect length
Stylish design
Versatile use
Flattering look
$59.95 $39.99
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Women's Bean's Seacoast Seersucker Short Set
L.L.Bean Women's Bean's Seacoast Seersucker Short Set
A multicolor women's seersucker pajama set in cotton blend with a button-front shirt and drawstring shorts.
(0)
$69.95 $44.99
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$69.95 $44.99
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Women's Tropicwear Zip-Off Pants, Mid-Rise
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Zip-Off Pants, Mid-Rise
A pair of lightweight gray nylon-spandex pants with quick-drying UPF 50+ fabric that zips into shorts.
(206)
$99.95 $99.95
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What customers like:
Versatile design
High-quality fabric
Good fit
Ideal for tropical wear
Worth the price
$99.95 $99.95
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Women's No Fly Zone Zip-Off Pants, Mid-Rise
L.L.Bean Women's No Fly Zone Zip-Off Pants, Mid-Rise
A tan nylon-blend fishing pants with UPF 50+ protection, insect repellency, stretch and zip-off legs.
(136)
$110 $110
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What customers like:
Great fit
High quality
Warmth provided
Soft and comfortable
Highly versatile
$110 $110
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Ladies Shorts

Finding shorts you love starts with knowing what feels like your style. Our Ladies Shorts selection is a place to consider the details that matter to you, from the length of the leg to the shape of the silhouette. A useful starting point is a pair you already reach for often: notice where the waistband sits, where the hem falls and whether you prefer a closer or more relaxed cut. Those familiar details can make comparing options much simpler than relying on a size label alone. Look at the listed inseam and rise, then check the size chart for each style. Even a small difference in length can change the overall look, so it helps to picture the proportions alongside the tops you already own rather than judging shorts in isolation.

The best additions to a wardrobe feel like they belong with what’s already there, while offering something a little different. When choosing ladies shorts, consider whether you’re drawn to understated colors, a favorite pattern or a shade that adds variety to your usual combinations. Imagine the hem beneath a loose shirt, the line of the waistband with a tucked-in top and the balance of a wider or narrower leg. Details such as visible pockets, belt loops and closures also contribute to the look; check individual descriptions and photos rather than assuming every pair is alike. There’s no single length or silhouette everyone needs to wear. Your own preferences are a better starting point than a passing trend, whether you like a neat, simple outline or a roomier shape. Choosing with those preferences in mind helps keep the focus on pieces you’ll be happy to see in your closet.

Shorts can also make a thoughtful gift when you know the recipient’s taste and size well. Start with the styles she already chooses, paying attention to her preferred length, rise and colors rather than selecting only what appeals to you. Someone whose wardrobe is full of quiet shades may appreciate a familiar color, while someone who loves prints may welcome a different pattern. If you’re comparing sizes, use the measurements provided for the individual item and avoid assuming that her usual size will translate exactly from one style to another. For a gift or a purchase for yourself, a little attention to these everyday details goes a long way. The aim is a pair that reflects the wearer’s own sense of style—not a whole new wardrobe built around one purchase.

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