Quick answer
Choose the size that matches your usual bottoms and expect a modern, cozy fit with working pockets and a soft ruffle edge. Wash cold on a gentle cycle and air-dry to protect the lightweight knit.
What the ruffle edge changes about fit
The ruffle detail sits at the hem, so it adds a little visual volume exactly where the shorts end. That makes the leg opening feel slightly more relaxed than a plain lounge short, even though the waist and seat follow the same modern, cozy cut. If you normally size up to get a looser leg, start with your usual size here and let the ruffle do that work.
Pockets are the other fit factor. They are a bonus feature on these shorts, and a pocket bag can make the hip area feel a touch more structured. That is helpful if you want the shorts to hold their shape, but it also means the fit should feel comfortable from the first wear rather than relying on the fabric to stretch out.
Color choices and what they signal
Hanna, Midnight, and Gemma In Tan share the same soft knit construction, ruffle edge, and pockets. The difference is the color story. Midnight reads as a deeper neutral that hides everyday marks well, while Gemma In Tan is a warmer, lighter tone that shows contrast more easily. Hanna sits between those extremes as a softer, more playful option.
That matters for care as much as styling. A lighter tan pair will show water spots or lotion more readily, so it benefits from a quick pre-treat and a full wash rather than spot cleaning alone. A midnight pair is more forgiving day to day but still needs the same gentle routine to keep the knit smooth.
Where the care instructions stop
The catalog describes the fabric as ultra-soft, lightweight, and breathable, but it does not list a fiber composition or a specific dryer setting. Treat that as a decision limit: use the gentlest method you would use for a soft knit, and check the sewn-in care tag on your pair before doing anything more aggressive. If the tag and this guide differ, follow the tag.
Your step-by-step ruffle short routine
- Check the size chart against your usual bottoms: Compare your waist and hip measurements with the size options for Hanna, Midnight, or Gemma In Tan. If you are between sizes, choose the larger one only if you want a roomier lounge fit; the ruffle hem already adds ease at the leg. Do not size up just for the ruffle look.
- Try them on with the waistband sitting where you will wear it: Pull the shorts on and sit, bend, and walk. The waist should stay put without digging in, and the pockets should lie flat. Check that the ruffle edge falls where you want it on the thigh. If the waist rolls or the pockets flare, try the next size.
- Build outfits around the color, not the ruffle: For tan ruffle shorts styling, pair Gemma In Tan with a white or cream tee and sandals so the warm tone leads. For midnight ruffle shorts, use a matching dark top for an easy set or a light top for contrast. Keep the rest of the outfit simple so the ruffle hem stays the detail. Let one ruffle element be the focus per outfit.
- Pre-treat marks before washing: Dab a small amount of mild detergent on any spot, especially on the lighter tan pair, and let it sit for a few minutes. Do not rub hard, which can fuzz the soft knit. Skip bleach and fabric softener, which can coat the breathable knit.
- Wash cold on a gentle cycle: Turn the shorts inside out, place them in a mesh bag if you have one, and wash with like colors on a cold, gentle cycle. This protects the ruffle edge and pockets from snagging. Wash separately from towels and anything with zippers or hooks.
- Air-dry to keep the fit and ruffle shape: Lay the shorts flat or hang them to dry away from direct heat. If you must use a dryer, choose the lowest heat setting and remove them while slightly damp. High heat is the most common way soft knit shorts lose their shape.
Product facts
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Women's Ruffle Short - Hanna: Made from ultra-soft premium knit fabric that is lightweight and breathable. The light knit is why these shorts suit lounging and warm days, but it also means heat and rough washing can dull the soft hand faster.
Women's Ruffle Short - Hanna
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Women's Ruffle Short - Midnight: Features a ruffle edge, pockets, and a modern, cozy fit. The pockets and ruffle both affect how the shorts sit at the hip and hem, so judge fit with those details in mind rather than comparing to plain shorts.
Women's Ruffle Short - Midnight
Women's Ruffle Short - Midnight
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Women's Ruffle Short - Gemma In Tan: Available in sizes with a tan colorway called Gemma In Tan. The lighter tan tone makes fit and cleanliness more visible, so check the waist and hem in a mirror and wash promptly after wear.
