How to recognise it
A five-pocket jeans top, wide straight legs and a length at the knee or just below. The hem is stitched or cut, and the denim is often thick and stiff.
Where it comes from
The word jorts blends jeans and shorts. Long baggy denim shorts were the uniform of 1990s skaters and hip-hop, and in 2023–2024 they returned to the runways and street style.
Who and when it suits
Relaxed summer shorts for town and festivals: they go with T-shirts, oversized shirts, sneakers and sandals. They suit anyone who prefers not to show the thighs.
Variations and look-alikes
Jorts come straight, very wide (baggy), with a dropped seat, light and dark, hemmed or cut, and with side pockets like cargo. They differ from Bermudas in denim and looseness, and from short denim shorts in their knee length.
How to style it
- Balance the wide legs with a fitted top.
- Chunky sneakers pair best.
- Length at or just below the knee.
- A belt holds a loose waist.
Similar styles
Frequently asked
01What does jorts mean?
Long denim shorts; the word blends jeans and shorts.
02Do jorts suit women?
Yes, with a fitted tee, a corset top or a shirt and sandals.
03Which shoes go with jorts?
Chunky or retro sneakers, skate shoes, sandals and loafers.
04How do jorts differ from Bermuda shorts?
Jorts are denim and loose; Bermudas are usually tailored cotton or linen with a pressed crease.