Gusset Shorts :: Long

Today was our first outing, and so far so good. I'll be interested to see how this fabric interacts with other fabrics (wearing them today with a flared skirt in sweatshirt fleece, and not a lot of pulling and sticking between the two fabrics). I'll also be interested to see how they handle the very hot summer. I can see the seam where the waistband meets the body of the short, given the deep waistband. I can imagine these being a real staple in my wardrobe. Ordered them in XL--maybe could have sized down, but everything seems to shrink in our wash (even on gentle in cool water and line drying; yeah, I'm blaming it on the laundry).

I have a ton of these shorts. I have sensory issues when it comes to clothing and they help make wearing clothing more comfortable! I'm really grateful that I have found them. I first found out about texture clothing through first Thursday's in pioneer square. I'm grateful that I was able to talk to Teresa and figure out what size I am.

I ordered L after looking at the size chart, and while belly/booty fit really well, the thigh-squeezing effect is unpleasant. I'll keep them and try to stretch them. Next, I ordered the XL. Almost exact same length as L, thigh-squeeze is tolerable, but a little loose in the crotch, so feels a tiny bit funny. I'll keep both and see how it goes. My body is the kind where it's hard to find pants that feel good, and weight fluctuates ~10-15 pounds up and down (a normal part of womanhood). Long torso, small-ish waist/belly, ample booty and thighs. Usually a size 12. But anywhere from size 10-14 depending on brands. I'd say give 'em a go! :)

I was convinced by reviews that these shirts would help me wear my sundresses with less worries and they are great! I usually get a L comfy skirt and followed the advice to go a size down. At first the M seemed a bit snug but when I put them on they were comfy and had just enough give without being too bulky. I got the dark grey ones.

I live in these shorts during our PNW summers and have invested in 5 pairs. Sure, they're a higher price than the next closest thing I've found in bike shorts, but they completely and totally blow away the next closest thing and I wear them way more and they're clearly made to last. The cotton/hemp blend is ideaaaaal for summer---it is more breathable than "athletic" fabrics you typically find for shorts like this and the fabric doesn't hang on to, eh, crotch dampness, as much as cotton alone. On hot days, I wear them under my skirts, breezy dresses or casually with a shirt without another layer of undies---the gusset cut means no chafing, no chafing at all, it's such a good design. The length is also just right for me. Of course all of our bodies are different, I'm about 5'3" with thicker upper thighs and the size L gets to the exact midthigh length that sits right under the thickest part of the upper thigh while letting the non-rubbing parts of my thigh breathe. If you own a comfy skirt, you already know this, but the stretch of this fabric is also a perfect balance between something that generally conforms to my body and doesn't shift all around, and something that doesnt constrict.