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Women’s Casual Pull-On Shorts

Find women’s casual pull-on shorts with the simple pull-on styling you’re looking for. Browse the selection, comparing each pair’s length, fit and waistband details to find shorts that suit your preferences and complement your favorite casual tops.

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Women's Stretch Ripstop Pull-on Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Stretch Ripstop Pull-on Shorts
A pair of blue cotton-stretch ripstop shorts with an elastic waistband and roll-up tabs.
(1,432)
$59.95 $39.99
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What customers like:
High quality
Perfect fit
Great color
Deep pockets
Comfortable
$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
A pair of blue shorts in soft-washed organic cotton with stretch and an elastic drawstring waist.
(356)
$49.95 $49.95
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What customers like:
Great fit
High-quality material
Functional pockets
Versatile design
Exceptional comfort
$49.95 $49.95
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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 linen shorts with a relaxed pull-on design, elastic drawcord waist and front-and-back pockets.
(0)
$74 $36.99
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$74 $36.99
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Women's Bean's Seacoast Seersucker Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Bean's Seacoast Seersucker Shorts
Pull-on seersucker shorts in multicolor cotton-modal fabric with stretch, adjustable drawstring, and hand pockets.
(0)
$49.95 $29.99
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$49.95 $29.99
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Women's Lakewashed Dock Shorts, Mid-Rise Embroidery
L.L.Bean Women's Lakewashed Dock Shorts, Mid-Rise Embroidery
A pair of blue women’s shorts with stretch organic cotton, an elastic waistband, and embroidered details.
(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 blue shorts in abrasion-resistant nylon-spandex ripstop with UPF 50+, quick-drying fabric and zip pockets.
(1,449)
$69.95 $69.95
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What customers like:
Lightweight and breathable
Quick-drying material
True to size
High-quality fabric
Comfortable fit
$69.95 $69.95
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Women's Tropicwear Shorts, Mid-Rise
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Shorts, Mid-Rise
Gray mid-rise shorts in stretchy nylon-spandex with UPF 50+, quick-drying fabric, multiple pockets and 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 Lakewashed Dock Shorts, Mid-Rise
L.L.Bean Women's Lakewashed Dock Shorts, Mid-Rise
A pair of white cotton-blend shorts with stretch, an elastic waist and welt pockets for comfort.
(476)
$49.95 $29.99
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What customers like:
Durable and well-made
Attractive appearance
Versatile style
True to size
Comfortable fit
$49.95 $29.99
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Women's 207 Vintage Cotton Canvas Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's 207 Vintage Cotton Canvas Shorts
A blue cotton-canvas short featuring stretch comfort, lived-in softness, utility pockets and a 7-inch length.
(0)
$59.95 $59.95
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$59.95 $59.95
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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 with stretch and zip pocket.
(0)
$59.95 $29.99
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$59.95 $29.99
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Women's Comfort Stretch Shorts, Seersucker Bermudas 9"
L.L.Bean Women's Comfort Stretch Shorts, Seersucker Bermudas 9"
Blue cotton seersucker Bermuda shorts with comfortable stretch, a mid-rise fit, and practical pockets.
(0)
$69.95 $69.95
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$69.95 $69.95
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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 blue printed cotton-blend Bermuda short with stretch comfort, garment-washed softness and practical pockets.
(0)
$69.95 $44.99
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$69.95 $44.99
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Women's Vista Camp Bermuda Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Vista Camp Bermuda Shorts
A brown nylon-blend Bermuda short with stretch, quick-drying ripstop fabric, UPF 50+, and zip pockets.
(1,331)
$69.95 $44.99
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What customers like:
Quick-drying fabric
Versatile style
True to size
Deep zippered pockets
Comfortable fit
$69.95 $44.99
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Women's Tropicwear Comfort Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Comfort Shorts
Blue women’s technical shorts in a recycled polyester blend with UPF 50+ sun protection and stretch.
(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 Stretch Shorts, Chino Bermudas 9"
L.L.Bean Women's Comfort Stretch Shorts, Chino Bermudas 9"
A pair of brown cotton-blend Bermuda shorts with stretch twill, garment-washed softness, and convenient pockets.
(0)
$64.95 $44.99
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$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
Gray cycling shorts with removable chamois-padded liner, UPF 50+ protection, stretch fabric, pockets 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 Multisport Trail Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Multisport Trail Shorts
A brown women's trail short in recycled polyester blend with UPF 50+, water resistance, and pockets.
(0)
$69.95 $69.95
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$69.95 $69.95
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Women's Access Trail Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Access Trail Shorts
Lightweight gray women’s trail shorts in quick-drying nylon-spandex with UPF 50+, stretch, and secure zippered pockets.
(0)
$54.95 $34.99
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$54.95 $34.99
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Women's Comfort Stretch Shorts, Cargo 7"
L.L.Bean Women's Comfort Stretch Shorts, Cargo 7"
A pair of tan cargo shorts in stretch cotton twill with garment-washed softness and roomy pockets.
(0)
$69.95 $44.99
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$69.95 $44.99
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Women’s Casual Pull-On Shorts

Women’s casual pull-on shorts are shorts designed to pull on over the hips rather than fasten with a traditional fly. “Pull-on” describes the way the shorts go on, while “casual” describes their style; neither term determines a single silhouette, length or fit. That distinction leaves room for personal preference, whether the look you like is understated and neatly proportioned or more relaxed in its overall shape. The waistband is a natural starting point when comparing styles, but the full picture includes the rise, the line through the hips and the way the hem frames the leg. Together, those details give a simple pair of shorts its character. A straighter outline creates a different visual impression from a fuller leg, just as a shorter hem changes the balance of an outfit compared with a longer one. Neither approach needs elaborate styling to feel considered. A restrained color combination, a pleasing proportion and a fit that reflects your preferences can be enough to bring the look together. For anyone exploring Women's Casual Shorts, the pull-on category offers a particular waist construction within that broader range of casual styles. It is a useful distinction, especially when you already know which details you like and which ones you tend to leave hanging in the closet. Personal style often comes down to those small, familiar choices: where a waistband sits, how much fullness looks right through the leg and where a hem falls when you look in the mirror. The appeal of casual pull-on shorts lies in that straightforward relationship between design and preference. They do not have to set the direction for an entire wardrobe. Instead, their shape and proportions can fit naturally into a style you have already made your own, with enough attention to detail to make a simple outfit feel complete.

Fit deserves a closer look because a pull-on waist is only one part of how shorts sit on the body. Waist and hip measurements, rise and inseam each tell a different part of the story, and the size label alone cannot describe all of them. A waistband that sits near the natural waist creates a different proportion from one that sits lower, even when the hems finish at a similar point. The shape through the seat and thigh matters, too. Two pairs with the same stated inseam can look quite different if their rises, leg openings or overall silhouettes differ. That is why garment measurements and the individual size chart are useful companions to the photographs and fit description. A familiar pair of shorts can provide a practical point of reference: its inseam, waistband position and leg shape give you something concrete to compare instead of relying on a number from memory. The front view is only part of the picture. Side and back views help show the relationship between the waist, seat and hem, while the description can clarify details that photographs leave uncertain. Personal preferences remain just as important as measurements. Some women favor a more defined outline; others prefer a less fitted shape. Some like the visual balance of a longer leg, while others choose a shorter proportion. Those are style choices, not rules about who should wear a particular cut. A useful fit comparison keeps the whole silhouette in view rather than treating any single measurement as the deciding factor. The goal is a pair whose proportions match what you had in mind when you began browsing. When the waist position, leg shape and length work together, the result can look intentional without feeling overthought. That attention to proportion also makes it easier to recognize a familiar favorite when comparing another pull-on style.

Materials, construction and care add another layer to the choice, with the individual garment description providing the relevant facts. Fabric composition is worth considering alongside the photographed shape, rather than assuming that all casual pull-on shorts have the same feel or care requirements. The pull-on designation does not tell the whole story about a garment, and neither does its appearance in a photograph. Listed fabric details, construction notes and care directions help complete that picture. For shoppers thinking about durability, those specifics are a more useful basis for comparison than broad promises attached to a category name. Care deserves similar attention: the directions on the garment label are the reference for washing, drying and any other recommended treatment. A pair that suits your preferences includes not only a look you enjoy but also care requirements you are prepared to follow. There is a personal side to that decision as well. The shorts that earn a lasting place in a wardrobe often reflect a clear understanding of what their owner likes, rather than an attempt to follow every change in style. Familiar proportions, thoughtfully chosen details and an appealing overall look can matter more than an unfamiliar design chosen simply for difference. That same thinking applies when considering casual pull-on shorts as a gift. Knowing the recipient’s preferred rise, usual inseam and favored silhouette is more helpful than guessing from size alone. A pair they already enjoy can offer a useful reference for those details, while their established style can help inform the choice. Whether shopping for yourself or someone you know well, the strongest starting point is personal preference supported by clear product information. Women’s casual pull-on shorts bring together a recognizable way of dressing and a specific waist design; the finer details are what make the choice individual. Taking those details into account keeps the focus where it belongs: on quality, proportion and a casual style that feels like your own.
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