Women's Cotton Bermuda Shorts - Soft Knit Lounge & Walking Shorts with Pockets | Casual Summer Wear, Beach Vacation, Yoga & Home Comfort

I bought several pair of Bermuda shorts this summer. It's very hot outside so the inside of my home iseven hotter. You know, the big difference between the seasons is that during colder weather you can keeplayering on clothing to keep warm, but in hotter weather, you can only take off so much and remain decent to answer the door, go get the mail, run errands, etc.I've washed these cotton knit shorts by hand in luke-warm to cool water. DO NOT WRING - squeeze the water out. Then, I shook them out a little and hung to dry. on a pants hanger with clips to attach to the waist band. I try to smooth out the fabric a little especially along seams and hems when hanging. They came out perfectly fine and ready to wear--no ironing required and no shrinkage. That's the key with cotton--do not wash in hot water, do not throw in the dryer regardless what the labels say if you want to prevent all shrinkage. To be honest, I don't know if the 12% Spandex is adequate to prevent shrinkage if using a dryer. I certainly would only use low heat if I were going to give the dryer a try. Do not wring water out if you don't want to iron - squeeze. Wringing = wrinkles.I'm only about 5'0", with my shrinkage, and these fall above my knees so the 10" length is ideal. They have good side pockets, deep enough to safely hold essentials plus an added 3rd one, a back pocket. They're comfortable to wear all day. These are a knit fabric made from 88% cotton and 12% Spandex. The 12% spandex is about the maximum I can tolerate because I'm allergic to synthetic fabrics. The Spandex keeps your shorts looking nice all day without the wrinkles from sitting that cotton or linen woven fabrics tend to get. The "give" associated with Spandex is of not real value as I see it because cotton knit fabrics have give..but I suppose it does help them to maintain their shape. Although unlike joggers or longer pants, if crouching or sitting crosslegged a lot you won't be getting baggy knees anyway.Check your measurements -- they do change over time and order according to your waist & hips. The waist is elastic but also has a draw string for that extra adjustment if needed. These shorts are nice looking, well made and comfortable for all day wear. Actually, you could even wear as pj bottoms if you're so inclined. Glad I selected these shorts in several colors for purchase and recommend.