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Pure Cotton Denim Classic Shorts

Product code: T575877

About this style

On warm days, casual outfits are sorted with these denim shorts. The pure cotton pair has a comfy regular fit, with a flattering high waist and five pockets. Button and zip fastening. M&S Collection: easy-to-wear wardrobe staples that combine classic and contemporary styles.

Details & care

Fit and style

Button and zip fastening

High waisted

Composition

100% cotton (exclusive of trimmings)

Care

Wash at 40°C

Do not bleach

Do not tumble dry

Iron at medium temperature

Do not dry clean

M&S

Pure Cotton Denim Classic Shorts

£26

Colour

Sale items

Customers say:

Fits true to size()
Waist

Free standard delivery over £75

Reviews (177)

4.3

67% Recommended this product

Mentions
03 August 2026Jan June 64
Verified Purchase

Fit is small

No, I don't recommend this

Fit in all M&S jeans and shorts is very small compared to previous purchases. Dark denim fit is at least an inch smaller on waist than same size in mid wash. I have 2 pairs from last year, size 12 which I’m still wearing. Had to purchase 16 this time. OK buy is you don’t mind trying on multiple sizes and returning!

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

Small

Length

Average

Value for Money

Fair

Material

Fair

Style

Fair

Helpful?

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

Small

Length

Average

Value for Money

Fair

Material

Fair

Style

Fair

03 August 2026Win35
Verified Purchase

Nice pair of denim shorts

I bought these to replace a previous pair of M&S denim shorts that were a size 14 but still fit me comfortably, as I’m an 14-16 and after reading previous reviews I ordered the 16 and these fit me perfectly. They are a really nice pair of denim shorts for my holidays though and the colour is a really nice blue.

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

True to size

Length

Good

Value for Money

Excellent

Material

Excellent

Style

Excellent

Helpful?

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

True to size

Length

Good

Value for Money

Excellent

Material

Excellent

Style

Excellent

02 August 2026Steph Oxon
Verified Purchase

Fit is quite small, but otherwise good

These shorts are pretty good for the price.... the cotton is sturdy and they are well made, they are cut quite short, and the pink colour is soft and pleasing. The legs are very wide at the side. However they are SMALL. I'm usually 16-18, and in shorts I'd choose to have them loose (to be cool in the heat). I ordered them in both 18 and 20, and I'm glad that I did because the 18 were too tight to even get them on, and the 20 is ok, but I hope that they don't shrink! The waistband is really quite snug... and I don't think that's because of the summer ice creams!!

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

Small

Length

Good

Value for Money

Good

Material

Excellent

Style

Good

Helpful?

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

Small

Length

Good

Value for Money

Good

Material

Excellent

Style

Good

02 August 2026alwaysblondie21
Verified Purchase

Go to shorts

Yes, I recommend this

Love these shorts. Great fit in my usual size 10. Not too short- perfect !!

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

True to size

Length

Good

Value for Money

Excellent

Material

Excellent

Style

Excellent

Helpful?

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

True to size

Length

Good

Value for Money

Excellent

Material

Excellent

Style

Excellent

01 August 2026Alexphoebelou
Verified Purchase

Great quality!

Yes, I recommend this

Brilliant fit! Absolutely love them. Best shorts I’ve ever brought.

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

True to size

Length

Good

Value for Money

Excellent

Material

Excellent

Style

Excellent

Helpful?

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

True to size

Length

Good

Value for Money

Excellent

Material

Excellent

Style

Excellent

31 July 2026DJ2024
Verified Purchase

Great shorts

Yes, I recommend this

Great quality & perfect fit. I have 2 pairs & love them

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

True to size

Length

Good

Value for Money

Excellent

Material

Excellent

Style

Excellent

Helpful?

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

True to size

Length

Good

Value for Money

Excellent

Material

Excellent

Style

Excellent

31 July 2026Nala1
Verified Purchase

Material is a bit stiff

No, I don't recommend this

The leg length and width of leg is shorter and narrower than I wanted. The material is stiff which means it rides up a big on the inside leg. The colour is good and the size is true to fit

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

True to size

Length

Average

Value for Money

Good

Material

Fair

Style

Fair

Helpful?

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

True to size

Length

Average

Value for Money

Good

Material

Fair

Style

Fair

30 July 2026Sandrab26
Verified Purchase

Great quality

Yes, I recommend this

I bought these shorts to wear as a smarter pair of shorts. They are a good length and comfortable. I am very pleased with them.

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

True to size

Length

Good

Value for Money

Excellent

Material

Excellent

Style

Excellent

Helpful?

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

True to size

Length

Good

Value for Money

Excellent

Material

Excellent

Style

Excellent

29 July 2026Pixie59
Verified Purchase

Good quality

Yes, I recommend this

Love denim and these black shorts are a good fit. I am a size 6 and I still need a belt! However, that usually happens for me but on the whole I am very pleased with my purchase.

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

A bit large

Length

Good

Value for Money

Excellent

Material

Excellent

Style

Good

Helpful?

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

A bit large

Length

Good

Value for Money

Excellent

Material

Excellent

Style

Good

29 July 2026Nanny2 five
Verified Purchase

Fantastic shorts. Great colour

Yes, I recommend this

Great pair of shorts. Brought for my holidays this summer

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

True to size

Length

Average

Value for Money

Excellent

Material

Excellent

Style

Excellent

Helpful?

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

True to size

Length

Average

Value for Money

Excellent

Material

Excellent

Style

Excellent

29 July 2026saikan
Verified Purchase

Great shorts

Yes, I recommend this

Lovely light wash, soft shorts. Just the length I wanted. Already wore them lots.

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

True to size

Length

Good

Value for Money

Excellent

Material

Excellent

Helpful?

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

True to size

Length

Good

Value for Money

Excellent

Material

Excellent

28 July 2026Candrea24
Verified Purchase

Great pair of denim shorts!

Yes, I recommend this

Really comfortable. They are the perfect length for me and not too tight around the waist.

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

True to size

Length

Good

Helpful?

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

True to size

Length

Good

27 July 2026Rannouse
Verified Purchase

Denim shorts

Yes, I recommend this

These were good quality but too long for me and too tight

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

A bit small

Length

Value for Money

Excellent

Material

Excellent

Style

Excellent

Helpful?

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

A bit small

Length

Value for Money

Excellent

Material

Excellent

Style

Excellent

27 July 2026Woozal57
Verified Purchase

Great shorts!

Shorts are great. Just what I wanted. As always good quality and as described.

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

True to size

Length

Good

Value for Money

Good

Material

Excellent

Style

Good

Helpful?

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

True to size

Length

Good

Value for Money

Good

Material

Excellent

Style

Good

26 July 2026
Verified Purchase

Perfect Summer Shorts

Yes, I recommend this

Great fit, excellent quality, second pair, bought light blue ones as well.

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

True to size

Length

Good

Value for Money

Excellent

Material

Excellent

Style

Excellent

Helpful?

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

True to size

Length

Good

Value for Money

Excellent

Material

Excellent

Style

Excellent

26 July 2026Humph64
Verified Purchase

Great denim shorts

Yes, I recommend this

I absolutely love this denim shorts. The length is perfect for me. I’m 5’4’’ tall and this length looks stylish; not too short. Great price too!!

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

True to size

Length

Good

Value for Money

Excellent

Material

Excellent

Style

Excellent

Helpful?

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

True to size

Length

Good

Value for Money

Excellent

Material

Excellent

Style

Excellent

25 July 2026Alison Man
Verified Purchase

Lovely quality shorts

Yes, I recommend this

These shorts are great quality and have washed lovely. They are comfortable too. Love the dark denim colour, great for picking up grandchildren with their shoes on. Good value.

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

True to size

Length

Good

Value for Money

Excellent

Material

Excellent

Style

Excellent

Helpful?

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

True to size

Length

Good

Value for Money

Excellent

Material

Excellent

Style

Excellent

25 July 2026Tanya kilkenny
Verified Purchase

Nice length for a fuller thigh.

Originally posted on marksandspencer.ie

Nice length for a fuller thigh. I got a size 14. Loose enough to be comfortable and not look baggy. Gave a nice bum and didn’t gather at the top of the thigh. Loosened up as the day went on . I would buy again.

Helpful?

24 July 2026Jan B from Leeds
Verified Purchase

Best denim shorts ever

Yes, I recommend this

This is my third pair of these denim shorts over many years. Alway love and repurchase when get a bit faded. I still wear the older ones so have different shades to choose from.

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

True to size

Length

Good

Value for Money

Excellent

Material

Excellent

Style

Excellent

Helpful?

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

True to size

Length

Good

Value for Money

Excellent

Material

Excellent

Style

Excellent

24 July 2026MumOfThreeDaughters
Verified Purchase

Great wardrobe staple

Yes, I recommend this

Long gone are the days of denim hot pants for me! These shorts are great for anyone who wants to still look stylish in denim shorts, but they are such a nice length and very flattering. I’m a size 12-14 depending on the brand, and I bought a 14 in these and they fitted really nicely.

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

True to size

Length

Good

Value for Money

Excellent

Material

Excellent

Style

Excellent

Helpful?

Reviewer Ratings

How did it fit?

True to size

Length

Good

Value for Money

Excellent

Material

Excellent

Style

Excellent

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