There’s no shortage of opinions when it comes to the “right” inseam length for shorts, but you really can’t go wrong with a hem just above the knee. Enter: these Uniqlo U Climbing Shorts, which are on sale for $30 now, just in time for warm weather.
They’re a more toned-down version of hiking shorts, with a belted waist and wide pockets that resemble the (nearly twice as expensive) Gramiccis Strategist contributor Stephanie Buschardt calls a cross between “dad chinos and a camp counselor’s hand-me-downs.” But unlike traditional hiking gear made from nylon, the U Climbing Shorts feature a cotton-and-linen blend, which, combined with a loose, Baggies-like fit, means you’ll have lots of breathing room. The unisex bottoms come in four shades and are listed in a men’s XS through XXL, so double-check the size chart before snagging yours.
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