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Women's Breathable Pull-On Shorts

Find women’s breathable pull-on shorts that combine a breathable feel with easy pull-on styling. Compare available sizes, lengths and fit details to choose a pair with the silhouette and coverage you prefer.

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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"
Relaxed gray linen shorts with an elastic drawcord waistband, utility pockets and a soft, breezy feel.
(0)
$74 $36.99
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$74 $36.99
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Women's Stretch Ripstop Pull-on Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Stretch Ripstop Pull-on Shorts
A pair of pink cotton-blend shorts featuring stretch ripstop fabric, adjustable waistband, and roll-tab inseam.
(1,432)
$59.95 $39.99
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$59.95 $39.99
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Women's Lakewashed Dock Shorts, Mid-Rise Chambray
L.L.Bean Women's Lakewashed Dock Shorts, Mid-Rise Chambray
Blue mid-rise shorts in soft-washed organic cotton blend with stretch, drawstring elastic waist and welt pockets.
(356)
$49.95 $49.95
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What customers like:
Great fit
High-quality material
Functional pockets
Versatile style
Exceptional comfort
$49.95 $49.95
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Women's Tropicwear Shorts, Mid-Rise
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Shorts, Mid-Rise
Gray mid-rise shorts in moisture-wicking nylon-spandex with UPF 50+, stretch, multiple pockets and a removable belt.
(143)
$64.95 $64.95
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What customers like:
Great fit
Lightweight
Good pockets
High quality workmanship
Comfortable
$64.95 $64.95
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Women's Tropicwear Comfort Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Comfort Shorts
A lightweight gray pair of fishing shorts in stretchy recycled-polyester blend with UPF 50+ protection.
(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 Bean's Seacoast Seersucker Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Bean's Seacoast Seersucker Shorts
Lightweight blue seersucker shorts in a cotton-modal stretch blend with a pull-on design and internal drawstring.
(0)
$49.95 $49.95
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$49.95 $49.95
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Women's Lakewashed Dock Shorts, Mid-Rise Embroidery
L.L.Bean Women's Lakewashed Dock Shorts, Mid-Rise Embroidery
A blue mid-rise pair of organic cotton shorts with stretch, embroidery and an easy drawstring waistband.
(0)
$54.95 $34.99
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$54.95 $34.99
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Women's Vista Camp Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Vista Camp Shorts
A pair of lightweight, abrasion-resistant gray nylon-spandex shorts with UPF 50+ and zip security pockets.
(1,449)
$69.95 $69.95
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What customers like:
Lightweight fabric
High quality
Quick-drying material
True to size
Comfortable fit
$69.95 $69.95
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Women's Vista Camp Bermuda Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Vista Camp Bermuda Shorts
Black nylon-blend Bermuda shorts with UPF 50+ protection, quick-drying stretch fabric, and zip security pockets.
(1,331)
$69.95 $69.95
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What customers like:
Versatile for various activities
Lightweight and breathable
Quick-drying fabric
Deep zippered pockets
Comfortable fit
$69.95 $69.95
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Women's New Currents Swimwear, Swim Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's New Currents Swimwear, Swim Shorts
A pair of black swim shorts offering UPF 50+ protection and moderate compression with quick-dry fabric.
(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 Lakewashed Dock Shorts, Mid-Rise
L.L.Bean Women's Lakewashed Dock Shorts, Mid-Rise
Relaxed white shorts in soft, stretchy organic cotton with an elastic waist and convenient welt pockets.
(476)
$49.95 $49.95
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What customers like:
Durable and well-made
Attractive appearance
Versatile style
True to size
Comfortable fit
$49.95 $49.95
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Women's Tropicwear Zip-Off Pants, Mid-Rise
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Zip-Off Pants, Mid-Rise
Women's gray nylon/spandex pants convert to shorts, with quick-drying, moisture-wicking fabric and UPF 50+ protection.
(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
Brown nylon stretch pants with insect-repellent, UPF 50+ fabric that quickly converts to shorts.
(136)
$110 $110
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What customers like:
Great fit
High quality
Comfortable feel
Warmth
Versatile
$110 $110
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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 Explorer Ripstop Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Explorer Ripstop Shorts
A pair of orange women's shorts in moisture-wicking, abrasion-resistant cotton-blend ripstop with stretch and zip pocket.
(0)
$59.95 $29.99
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$59.95 $29.99
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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 cotton canvas shorts with stretch, washed softness, and utility pockets.
(0)
$59.95 $59.95
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$59.95 $59.95
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Women's Access Trail Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Access Trail Shorts
A lightweight pair of gray trail shorts with quick-drying nylon-spandex, UPF 50+, stretch and secure pockets.
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$54.95 $34.99
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$54.95 $34.99
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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
Women's printed blue Bermuda shorts in soft stretch cotton twill, with a comfortable mid-rise fit.
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$69.95 $44.99
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$69.95 $44.99
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Women's Comfort Stretch Shorts, Seersucker Bermudas 9"
L.L.Bean Women's Comfort Stretch Shorts, Seersucker Bermudas 9"
A pair of blue cotton seersucker Bermuda shorts with a comfortable mid-rise fit and practical pockets.
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$69.95 $69.95
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$69.95 $69.95
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Women's Multisport Trail Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Multisport Trail Shorts
A gray pair of women's trail shorts with UPF 50+ and quick-drying, abrasion-resistant recycled-blend fabric.
(0)
$69.95 $69.95
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$69.95 $69.95
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Women's Comfort Stretch Shorts, Cargo 7"
L.L.Bean Women's Comfort Stretch Shorts, Cargo 7"
Blue cotton-stretch cargo shorts with a comfortable fit, garment-washed softness, and six practical pockets.
(0)
$69.95 $34.99
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$69.95 $34.99
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Women's Breathable Pull-On Shorts

Women’s breathable pull-on shorts bring together two defining qualities: a breathable design and a waist that pulls into place. The appeal is straightforward, with a familiar shorts silhouette and a waistband that helps shape the overall look. Beyond those shared characteristics, the details of the cut give each style its personality. A straighter leg creates a different outline from a fuller one, while a higher waist changes the proportions of an outfit compared with a waist that sits closer to the hips. Length matters visually, too: a shorter hem leaves more of the leg visible, while a longer hem offers more coverage and a different balance with the top worn above it. These are personal preferences rather than rules, and the most appealing pair often reflects the shapes already favored in a wardrobe. Picture a simple shirt with its hem left loose over the waistband, or a neatly tucked top that makes the waistline part of the outfit. The same general silhouette can look quite different depending on those small styling choices. A patterned top gives plain shorts a supporting role; a quieter top lets the shape and details of the shorts stand out. Breathable pull-on shorts can be considered through both lenses: the defining features named in the category and the individual style details that make a pair feel right. Color, hem shape, waistband width and the placement of any pockets all contribute to that impression. A clean front creates one look, while visible seams or other design details create another. The strongest starting point is a clear sense of personal style, whether that means understated shapes, a more relaxed outline or a defined waist. Rather than treating every pair of shorts as interchangeable, it helps to notice how these proportions work together. That attention makes browsing more meaningful and keeps the focus on a style that feels familiar without looking exactly like everything else in the closet.

Fit is an important part of comparing women’s breathable pull-on shorts because the waist, hips, rise and leg opening each influence how the garment sits. The rise is the distance from the crotch seam to the top of the waistband, and it helps explain where the waist is intended to fall. The inseam measures the inside leg from the crotch seam to the hem, making it a useful reference for comparing lengths. Neither measurement tells the whole story alone. Two pairs with the same inseam can have different proportions through the seat and thigh, and a different rise can change the overall appearance even when the leg length is similar. A familiar pair of shorts provides a helpful point of comparison: its measurements can make an online description easier to picture than a photograph alone. Waist and hip measurements also deserve separate attention, especially when a preferred size differs between those two areas. A size chart offers a more useful reference than assuming that the same size will fit identically across every silhouette. Pull-on construction describes how the shorts are put on, not a single standardized fit, so the individual fit description remains important. The waistband’s position is another detail worth picturing alongside the tops already in a wardrobe. A shirt tucked fully into the waist draws attention to that line, while an untucked shirt shifts attention toward the hem and leg shape. For someone who prefers more coverage, the listed inseam and images together offer a clearer picture than a label such as short or long. For someone who likes a less fitted outline, the stated cut through the hip and thigh is especially relevant. Small preferences count here: how much of the waistband should show, where the hem should fall and whether the leg shape should look straight or fuller. Those details turn a broad category into a more personal selection, without requiring a different approach to getting dressed.

Fabric information, construction details and care directions round out the picture when comparing breathable pull-on shorts. Breathable is a defining part of this collection’s theme, while the individual descriptions provide the specific composition and other details needed to understand each garment. Fabric names and percentages give a clearer account of what a pair is made from than appearance alone. Close-up images can also help show surface texture, seams and finishing details that may be less noticeable in a full outfit photograph. Where a design includes pockets, their position affects the look: pockets at the side, front or back become part of the silhouette, especially when the waistband is visible. Any listed waist adjustment is another detail to consider alongside the stated measurements, rather than as a substitute for selecting the appropriate size. Care information is equally practical. The garment’s own washing and drying directions provide the relevant instructions, and they are worth considering as part of the purchase rather than after the first wear. A familiar care routine may be a preference in its own right, just as a particular rise or inseam can be. Quality is about the whole garment, including the way its details come together, not simply one feature in isolation. Timeless style has a similar appeal: a shape that suits personal taste can make more sense than choosing a pair only because it looks different from what is already on hand. Breathable pull-on shorts can also be a thoughtful gift when the recipient’s size and preferences are well known. A favorite pair’s length, waist position and general silhouette offer useful clues, while a preferred color or pattern keeps the choice personal. For another closely related selection, explore Women’s Pull-On Summer Shorts. Across these choices, the most meaningful details are the ones that connect the garment to the person wearing it: a preferred cut, a pleasing proportion, a familiar style and clearly described features. Together, those considerations make the collection easier to explore with a specific wardrobe and individual taste in mind.
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