Lavista Denim Shorts

Madewell

4.5
(43 Reviews)

Product Details

Casually cuffed hems define the laid-back vibe of these summer-essential shorts by Madewell.

Style with the Embroidered Puff Sleeve Top from Madewell and the Sogno Bucket Tote from Poolside. 

Materials and Measurements

Blue denim (92% Cotton, 6% Hemp, 2% Elastane). Jean shorts. Front zipper fly with button closure. 4" inseam, 10.5" rise, Imported.

Size and Fit

Sized: 24-32 

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Ratings &
Reviews

  (43)  

Includes written reviews and customer fit feedback.

Fit
Runs Small
True to Size
Runs Large

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Top Contributor
Size worn:
26
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 120lbs
Browse Betsy's reviews
July 14th, 2022
Might actually buy these!

Haven't worn shorts I've liked this much in a while!! Cute, versatile, fit very well, comfortable, loved them.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
29
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Browse Erin's reviews
July 6th, 2022
Great Everyday Short

They fit well on my curvy figure - enough room for thighs but not too big in waist. The length is modest and covers the cheeks but isn't so long that it's frumpy. I wore these about 8 times.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
26
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 111lbs
Browse Rtr customer 's reviews
June 1st, 2022
I wear short shorts.

High rise but very short. Perfect for vacay. Love them!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
24
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 32A
Body type: Petite
Weight: 110lbs
Browse Aryn's reviews
May 4th, 2022
Super comfy shorts

These shorts fit great. I fluctuate between 24-25 depending on the brand and the 24 fit perfectly, no gapping in the waistband. Very soft denim and very comfortable. Only minor complaint was that they are a tad short.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
24
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 98lbs
Browse Alex's reviews
November 19th, 2024
The perfect short

The length was great -- not too short but short enough for the Texas heat. The high rise hit at the right spot.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
30
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 152lbs
Browse Emmaline's reviews
September 9th, 2024
Loved these!

Almost bought these- perfect shorts. Hit at the right length.

Overall Fit

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
28
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 138lbs
Browse Ashleigh's reviews
April 9th, 2024
Perfect fit

May just have to keep these. Perfect length and perfect fit.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
30
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34DDD/E
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 165lbs
Browse Valeria's reviews
March 9th, 2024
LOVE THESE

Best jean shorts I've worn in a long time. I have a little tummy and lots of thighs, and these didn't make me look or feel bad - very flattering and high quality!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
24
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 30B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 100lbs
Browse Kimberly's reviews
December 8th, 2023
Excellent shorts

These shorts fit really well, true to size, short enough to not feel like grandma shorts, but not too revealing. Loved these and would have purchased if I’d rented at the beginning of the summer.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
26
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Brooke's reviews
June 14th, 2023
Jean Shorts

Love these! Exactly what I was hoping for in a jean short.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
28
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Body type: Full Bust
Browse Lauren's reviews
May 22nd, 2023
So cute

Fit really well, great length

Top Contributor
Size worn:
31
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 38C
Body type: Pear
Weight: 180lbs
Browse Lindsay's reviews
May 11th, 2023
Comfy easy jean shorts

I am self conscious in shorts and feel very comfortable in these. They’re shorter than I usually wear but seem a bit longer in the back which is nice. I ordered a 31 which is usually my “biggest” size and the fit is very nice.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
27
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 32DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 128lbs
Browse Lauren's reviews
May 8th, 2023
Size 4 was good for a size 27 pants

Soft and comfortable.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
24
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 110lbs
Browse Shannon's reviews
March 19th, 2023
Great denim shorts

I love the fold up on the legs and the high waist, makes the short leg feel not so short. These are a great basic and I may rent again just to buy them!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
31
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 11"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 175lbs
Browse Mackenzie 's reviews
March 3rd, 2023
I might buy these

Great fit and quality deniM.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
31
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 38DDD/E
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 215lbs
Browse Amanda's reviews
February 27th, 2023
Comfy!

Very comfortable. Wore these most beach days on my recent vacation.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
28
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Mehgan's reviews
February 25th, 2023
Appropriate length for all occasions

These shorts are awesome, rent them. Good for chasing kids, good for sipping cocktails.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
31
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Pear
Weight: 155lbs
Browse Jennifer's reviews
October 12th, 2022
Great fit! Absolutely LOVE!

I've always had a large backend and struggle finding jeans and shorts that fit well and cover me up even when sitting. These shorts fit perfectly, were really cute, I loved the high waist, my cell phone fit the back pocket and didn't poke out of the top. I will be buying these shorts.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
29
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 10"
Bust size: 36A
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 155lbs
Browse Maria's reviews
September 25th, 2022
Classic fit

Comfortable, classic fit. They did ride up a little bit through the day. Not a lot of stretch.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
28
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 132lbs
Browse Tracy's reviews
July 28th, 2022
Love these shorts!

These were so comfy (especially for jean shorts) and super cute! Would definitely recommend!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
29
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Shelby's reviews
July 7th, 2022
Super cute and versatile!

The high waisted fit was perfect. Great for every day shorts - the rolled up leg made me feel a little more put together than a frayed leg

Top Contributor
Size worn:
30
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 1"
Bust size: 30DDD/E
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Stephanie's reviews
July 1st, 2022
So comfy

Fit perfectly and super flattering from all angles

Top Contributor
Size worn:
32
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 38DD
Body type: Athletic
Browse Colleen's reviews
June 19th, 2022
Got my $ worth

Wore these SO much- usually hate jean shorts for the gradual rise up when walking, but didn't have that problem with these. Loved wearing with cropped tops.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
26
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34AA
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Jamey's reviews
May 31st, 2022
Loved these shorts! They fit amazingly!

I have no complaints over these shorts! They fit amazingly. I almost always have to wear a belt with jean shorts because of gapping at the back. I do not with these. I actually just found them on sale to purchase on the Madewell website!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
28
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 36A
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Caroline's reviews
May 21st, 2022
Rent now!

I've been searching for years for the perfect pair of denim shorts and these are it.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
32
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Lucy 's reviews
May 5th, 2022
Cute shorts

Hardly wear shorts but I liked these a lot. Comfortable and flattering.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
27
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Mari's reviews
January 11th, 2025
Perfect casual cute denim shrort

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
32
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 175lbs
Browse Mary's reviews
March 17th, 2023
Fit perfectly

Thinking I might buy

Top Contributor
Size worn:
31
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 38B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 175lbs
Browse Sydney's reviews
October 6th, 2022
Fit like a glove!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
30
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Pear
Browse Gwen 's reviews
July 21st, 2022
Comfortable!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
27
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Aimee's reviews
May 9th, 2022
Fit like a glove!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
30
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 155lbs
Browse Brianna's reviews
January 25th, 2024
a little too loose

They were extremely comfortable but kept riding up. I wore them repeatedly, but would probably size down one for a more snug fit.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
27
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Body type: Pear
Browse Natalie's reviews
February 27th, 2023
Cute and comfy

I liked these shorts but they were a little short when I sat down. I think I would buy a longer style.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
28
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Pear
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Jennifer's reviews
May 25th, 2022
Vacation Shorts

These are rather short, but worked well for vacation. I did wear them hiking once and they rode up a lot really uncomfortably. I've recently gained weight and am having a hard time finding things that fit and determining my new sizing, so I appreciated these are true to size.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
31
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Kari's reviews
April 29th, 2022
very comfortable

It fits as expected. The crotch is a little long but I'm still going to buy them because the fabric has give and I like the high waist!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
NONE
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 30D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Katie b's reviews
June 2nd, 2022
Beware of Butt Cheeks

Loved the fabric, super soft and not too tight. Perfect length in the front, however couldn't end up wearing because my cheeks were totally hanging out of the back!!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
27
Overall fit:
Small
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Elizabeth's reviews
June 21st, 2023
No stretch, tight

I am 26/27 in most jeans - these are not great if you have an hourglass shape or athletic hips/thighs/behind. I’d have to go up at least one, maybe two sizes.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
28
Overall fit:
Small
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 148lbs
Browse Allie's reviews
March 26th, 2023
Fit small, didn’t wear well. Maybe size up

Top Contributor
Size worn:
25
Overall fit:
Small
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Petite
Browse Kelsey's reviews
June 20th, 2022
Not flattering

Really tight shorts, made me have no butt at all.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
31
Overall fit:
Large
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 11"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Pear
Weight: 165lbs
Browse Hannah's reviews
May 4th, 2022
Veryyy stretched out waistline

Legs fit true to size like other madewell jeans. The waist was extremely stretched out to the point that they were nearly unwearable. I wore with a long float shirt to conceal how poorly fitting the waist was.

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