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Alder High-Rise Short 5.5"
$88.00
Color: Black
Size: XXSSize Chart
185 Reviews
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Free U.S. returns for 30 days
The Alder shorts are made in our signature DoubleSoft® fabric. With a wide, elasticated waistband fitted with drawcords and generous, oversized pockets, what's not to love about these everyday shorts?
Style #VAR00980Complete the look
Reviews
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Helen T.4/30/2025
Verified BuyerPerfect length, comfortable and soft,
Perfect length, comfortable and soft, classic colour.
Tami K.3/8/2025
Verified Buyersurprise surprise
I LOVE the look and feel of these shorts! They are long yet not frumpy, the color was true to what showed on the website and the fit is very flattering. As you would expect from Varley, the fabric is ...
jennifer D.2/15/2025
Verified BuyerLove love love this fabric,
Love love love this fabric, so soft! The cut of this short is super flattering and very comfortable
Kristin B.11/9/2024
Verified BuyerSuper soft and elegant shorts
I ordered the XS and I am a size 4. The cut, color and quality is stunning. The softness of the fabric makes me not want to take them off. Dress these up for sure!
Kelly M.9/26/2024
Verified BuyerThese are the best shorts!
These are the best shorts! So soft and comfortable!
Jehan M.8/31/2024
Verified BuyerPerfect length
Love the length of these shorts. Super flattering and can be worn casually or dressed up a little. The material is fabulous in the super soft feel. Quality so far seem supreme though u have yet to was...
Darlene H.8/18/2024
Verified BuyerFit and comfort is wonderful.
Fit and comfort is wonderful.
Alison C.8/15/2024
Verified BuyerSo comfortable. Gorgeous fabric. Lots
So comfortable. Gorgeous fabric. Lots of people have commented when I wear them with the matching sweat.
Siobhan O.8/14/2024
Verified BuyerSo comfortable and great material.
So comfortable and great material. I’m tall 5’10 so the length is perfect. Love all the colours. I want to buy the matching tops and sweaters
Mahnaz S.8/8/2024
Verified BuyerAlder shorts are very soft
Alder shorts are very soft fabric and it feels good if you wear it or even touch it, but this style is too baggy.
Little less fabric and less baggy would be more practical.
The waist is more fitted bu...
Laura P.8/7/2024
Verified BuyerGreat shorts!
Super cute shorts! Quality construction, amazingly soft fabric, so comfortable!
Marilyn C.8/2/2024
Verified BuyerLux comfy separates!
The short is great. Length is perfect for me and
not too short. Again, I wish you Varley would develop a light weight version of their fabric for the summer months since I live in Florida and in the s...
Maureen S.7/31/2024
Verified BuyerAlder High Rise Shorts
Really lovely item of clothing. Feels really comfortable to wear, they are so soft and I love the length. I’ve got a couple of different colour shorts and they look like new .
They also wash up brilli...
Mareike S.7/17/2024
Verified BuyerThis is the best short
This is the best short I have ever hat.
I love them! Super soft material!
Tatiana F.7/8/2024
Verified BuyerConfy, easy, good looking love
Confy, easy, good looking love these as a co-ord with the zip down sleeveless sweat or a simple T. Great investment for the spring/summer. Will be purchasing more colours
Karen B.7/6/2024
Verified BuyerGreat !!!
Great !!!
Carmen M.7/4/2024
Verified BuyerBeautiful shorts and great fabric.
Beautiful shorts and great fabric. Definitely a dressy short and I love the length.
Sheri S.7/4/2024
Verified BuyerMy favorite outfit and now
My favorite outfit and now I’m obsessed with all Varley!
Karolina G.7/3/2024
Verified BuyerComfy and classy.
Love it. Fabric is so soft. Also great length for my legs. they are city shorts not hot pants.
Beautiful colour. Super neutral.
Cherie B.7/3/2024
Verified BuyerGreat shorts! Bought several colors.
Great shorts! Bought several colors.
Taylor W.7/2/2024
Verified BuyerMy favorite shorts to wear
My favorite shorts to wear on a lounge day, but also cute enough to wear out. I always travel in these combined with a Varley sweatshirt. The double soft fabric is amazing!!
Jeremie L.6/28/2024
Verified BuyerVery flattering and beautiful fabric.
Very flattering and beautiful fabric.
Caroline H.6/27/2024
Verified BuyerUnique and Flattering
These are so dang soft! Longer length is perfection and the swingy cut makes them very unique.
Elena S.6/27/2024
Verified BuyerPerfect length!
Perfect length!
Genevieve N.6/26/2024
Verified BuyerStaple Summer Wardrobe Item
Love these shorts - so comfortable and incredibly flattering. I have two pairs!
Paula W.6/25/2024
Verified BuyerBeyond soft! Be careful as
Beyond soft! Be careful as once you wear it, you do not want to take it off.
So lovely and cosy. A must have for an elegant lounge wear set
Liz C.6/14/2024
Verified BuyerThe fabric is amazing -
The fabric is amazing - it feels so luxurious but is still casual and comfortable. It really elevates my everyday working mom style. Thanks @carolinefrazier for the rec!
Susan B.6/13/2024
Verified BuyerI bought these shorts in
I bought these shorts in several colors as they can be dressed up or down. Perfect loose fit and goes great with Juliana or Callie Knit Top!
Hutokshi M.6/8/2024
Verified BuyerVery comfortable
Very comfortable
Catherine D.6/5/2024
Verified BuyerFab shorts
Absolutely love these, so soft and comfortable. Very flattering. Will get a lot of wear when the weather finally warms up!
Heena R.6/3/2024
Verified BuyerGreat shorts
great fit, lovely length, super comfy
Anita J.5/30/2024
Verified BuyerNana 10
Love this longer length for those of us that are too old for short shorts. Leave that to younger folks but I do like shorts for summer in the south.
Emma C.5/29/2024
Verified BuyerThe most flattering shorts I’ve
The most flattering shorts I’ve ever worn. Comfortable and so soft. I plan to dress these up for evenings out in the summer and wear them out during the day with flat sandals. Great length too, as I d...
Linda M.5/28/2024
Verified BuyerThe quality and fit of
The quality and fit of this outfit is superb!
It is stylish and comfortable while being flattering, all at the same time.
I have four different styles and each one is terrific and I get lots of compli...
Claire O.5/28/2024
Verified BuyerLovely material, so soft and
Lovely material, so soft and comfortable to wear
Amy S.5/23/2024
Verified BuyerSo comfy
So comfy
Jill C.5/18/2024
Verified BuyerCute-
Cute- easy breezy styling
Annika E.5/15/2024
Verified BuyerBest shorts in a long time
Fantastic material. Super comfortable but cut gives the shorts an elevated look.
Lisa L.5/11/2024
Verified Buyergreat purchase
These shorts are very comfortable, have a flattering shape with cute detail. They wash beautifully and are great for travel. I would buy again.
Summer R.5/11/2024
Verified BuyerLOVE these shorts!!!! Flattering but
LOVE these shorts!!!! Flattering but comfortable and not too dang tight!!!! Best shorts I’ve had in YEARS! Material is amazing….I like so much I bought 3 pair and want more!
Laura M.5/4/2024
Verified BuyerAt 47 these are the
At 47 these are the first shorts I've owned and worn with confidence. Thank you
Ruta F.5/4/2024
Verified BuyerMust have
I absolutely love these shorts. I ordered in mushroom color and this color looks great with most of my tops. Length is perfect not too long not too short. And I love the oversize look. The cut is very...
Tom D.5/1/2024
Verified BuyerVery flattering and comfortable. All
Very flattering and comfortable. All the clothes I order from varleys have superb quality. I would recommend these shorts to anyone.
Tracy N.4/30/2024
Verified BuyerLovely
I love every product I've purchased from this company. The slightly a-line cut of these shorts is really flattering for pear shapes.
Ashley S.4/19/2024
Verified BuyerDream Shorts for Athletic Legs
I have what some would call 'athletic' legs. Shorts for me either have to be super short (which I'm getting a big old for) or longgggg! I have a very hard time finding shorts that fit my waist and are...
Lisa M.4/5/2024
Verified BuyerAbsolutely comfortable and well made,
Absolutely comfortable and well made, while pricey, well worth it.
Julia P.3/25/2024
Verified BuyerPerfect shorts
Varley's 5.5" high rise short looks more stylish than most shorts. The length and cut makes it appropriate--with a nice top--for even going to better restaurants. I'm packing this for warm-weather tra...
Tracy S.3/14/2024
Verified BuyerI love this whole outfit!
I love this whole outfit! Material is so soft and upscale! You can dress it up or wear casual! Definitely worth the purchase!
Daisy D.3/3/2024
Verified BuyerPerfect everyday wear!
Perfect everyday wear!
Patti H.2/29/2024
Verified BuyerThese are the softest most
These are the softest most comfortable shorts I own! Not to mention, they are super flattering! Love them!
janet m.1/28/2024
Verified BuyerA little long, but I
A little long, but I am super short! Fit perfectly when I rolled them up!
ANASTASIA D.12/17/2023
Verified BuyerPerfect!!
Perfect!!
Cindy B.10/18/2023
Verified BuyerGreat Shorts
They are a great pair of shorts that can be casual or dressy. I love the quality, fit and good black color. Very comfy and happy with my purchase.
Sabrina R.10/13/2023
Verified BuyerFlattering shorts
Soft, good structure and shape. Would recommend.
Elyse B.9/28/2023
Verified BuyerLove
Love these shorts! The fit and the style is so flattering and the fabric is super soft!
Vanessa P.8/18/2023
Verified BuyerSo comfortable and soft to
So comfortable and soft to wear and a very flattering fit.
Melinda H.8/17/2023
Verified BuyerMost comfortable shorts I’ve ever
Most comfortable shorts I’ve ever had.
Maria I.8/17/2023
Verified BuyerSo confortable and soft material.
So confortable and soft material. I want to get more colors.
Izabela H.8/3/2023
Verified BuyerGreat pair of shorts
Great pair of shorts that are very comfortable and stylish at the same time. The sizing is true, maybe slightly on the long side. The material is so soft and delicate. Would definitely recommend.
Janelle W.7/30/2023
Verified BuyerNew favorite short!!
The Alder Short is a favorite now. I am hopeful that the other colors will be available again before the warm weather subsides. The grey marl is great, though, and I could wear this short everyday if ...
Astrid S.7/30/2023
Verified BuyerSoft to the touch, seems
Soft to the touch, seems to be of high quality
Color ist exactly as I expected
Stacey S.7/27/2023
Verified BuyerPerfection all around.
These are my favorite shorts ever. They are comfortable but stylish and lightweight but substantial. They are a perfect fit around the waist and the perfect length no matter how short or tall you are....
Kerry F.7/26/2023
Verified BuyerLove them
Love them
Amanda L.7/25/2023
Verified BuyerFeels very comfortable and soft.
Feels very comfortable and soft.
rose v.7/21/2023
Verified BuyerWaist band slightly tight but
Waist band slightly tight but it’s probably my waist.
Lauren D.7/19/2023
Verified BuyerElevated sweat shorts
These shorts look high quality and elevates the traditional "sweat shorts". They feel out of this world soft and light. They fall flat against your legs and give an elongated look. I will say that bec...
Amanda W.7/7/2023
Verified BuyerThe shorts are really comfortable
The shorts are really comfortable and feel so soft. Really nice fit. I would prefer just slightly shorter.
Mark T.6/28/2023
Verified BuyerPerfect.
Perfect.
Olga M.6/27/2023
Verified BuyerSuper soft, comfortable and stylish
Super soft, comfortable and stylish shorts. I will be buying a second pair.
Cassandra d.6/27/2023
Verified BuyerLove these shorts
Super soft and stylish, can't wait to wear them out!
Lisa B.6/26/2023
Verified BuyerLove the fabric, very soft,
Love the fabric, very soft, and the fit!! Will buy it again and again
Barb T.6/24/2023
Verified BuyerLoved the short. It was
Loved the short. It was fabulous, just no top available with a good fit to go with.
Joanne B.6/22/2023
Verified BuyerLove these
Love these bought the cream, then liked so much bought the black also, super flattering, soft and comfortable
Mary H.6/21/2023
Verified BuyerLove the length of the
Love the length of the shorts.
Dawn6/21/2023
Verified BuyerSoft!
Soft!! Comfy! Bulky fit but it works!
Victoria S.6/20/2023
Verified BuyerIch bin so glücklich!
Ich bin so glücklich!
Kailey L.6/15/2023
Verified BuyerGreat quality. Thick and soft
The quality is a standout. Nothing compared to the trendy athlesure brands we have in the states.
Cindy B.6/13/2023
Verified BuyerBeautiful shorts!!
Beautiful shorts!! Made well, fit excellent!!
These shorts are longer & look amazing for 65+. So happy I bought these, & will get much wear!! This is my second purchase from Varley, & love the top I b...
Alison S.6/9/2023
Verified BuyerLove these shirts. Beautiful feel
Love these shirts. Beautiful feel and great color!
Judy A.6/7/2023
Verified BuyerSimply elegant and beautiful
Simply elegant and beautiful
Colleen G.5/30/2023
Verified BuyerLove!
Great fabrication, length & comfort!
Mary R.5/30/2023
Verified BuyerLovely shorts
Love, love , love … these shorts are super comfy , hit just right on the leg . I purchased small & medium because I was between sizes - the small fit a little better , but I kept both and will just us...
Lizette B.5/28/2023
Verified BuyerInsanely comfortable with the most
Insanely comfortable with the most flattering fit. The Alder shorts, its a winner. The length hits just right...not too long and not too short and I would say the fit is true to size. The fabric is bu...
Leidy D.5/23/2023
Verified BuyerGreat shorts
In love with these shorts. I don’t like “short shorts” on me. These are the perfect length.
Paula T.5/19/2023
Verified BuyerVery pleased!
The fabric, design and fit is amazing! The personalised packaging is a really nice touch. Very impressive!
Isabelle F.5/18/2023
Verified BuyerSuper soft
These are so comfy. Super soft and fit really well.
Mary G.5/17/2023
Verified BuyerThe perfect short
I love these shorts. The fabric is so comfortable and light weight. I have 2 pair now (antler and wild rhurbarb) and waiting for the color I want to get another. I am between an xs and s in sizing. I ...
Linda H.5/16/2023
Verified BuyerReally Nice Loungewear
I have purchased these shorts in my usual size small in three colors along with several different styles of matching tops. I have been wearing these as loungewear around the house and could also see w...
Stephanie C.5/15/2023
Verified BuyerVery Comfortable, stylish shorts
So soft and comfortable. Great for travel and running errands. I bought a large because I don’t like tight or fitted shorts, I think I could have gotten away with a medium though. I am 158 lbs , 5’4 i...
Kathleen G.5/13/2023
Verified BuyerGreat shorts !
Great shorts !
Nora M.5/13/2023
Verified BuyerSo soft and comfy! I
So soft and comfy! I ordered my usual medium, and they are roomy in a good way. Glad I didn’t size down. Now I need another pair in black.
Natalia O.5/11/2023
Verified BuyerGreat shorts love them
Great shorts love them
Stacey L.5/10/2023
Verified BuyerSo glad I placed my first order!
Based on reviews, I ordered a large (between a medium and a large), and they are roomy but look good. Fabric is substantial and has a good drape to flatter all figures.
Debra D.5/10/2023
Verified BuyerQuality fabric and fit! I
Quality fabric and fit! I can’t wait to wear it!
Amy C.5/4/2023
Verified BuyerThese shorts feel amazing. They
These shorts feel amazing. They are so soft and I love the way they fit. I am a 4-6 and the small fits great. Pretty sure these will be my go-to this summer.
Volha K.5/3/2023
Verified Buyerincredibly soft! waiting for warmer
incredibly soft! waiting for warmer weather to wear it. hope it will hold the shape ;) not as boxy as i thought it would be, but still in oversized look
Claire J.5/3/2023
Verified BuyerCool and comfortable
Gorgeous soft material, very comfortable and love the colour (I now own it in 3 different ones!) and looks very cute with the matching sleeveless turtleneck. Comes up big - I’m a petite 8 and took XXS...
Heather P.5/2/2023
Verified BuyerVersatile shorts
I am not a shorts person normally but I loved my Varley Haddon Pants so much that I wanted something just as soft and flattering but something I could wear in warmer weather. These shorts are very fla...
Charlene H.5/2/2023
Verified BuyerLove it
Looks great. Flattering even in ivory on a bigger bum! Quality excellent. Washes well.
Holly J.4/29/2023
Verified BuyerI wear a 27” Jean
I wear a 27” Jean or short in most brands. I am 5’10” and the small fit my thin athletic frame the best but the waist is slightly tight on me. I kept it over the medium as the wide bell of the leg was...
Amanda R.4/27/2023
Verified BuyerPerfect lounge short!
I just bought these to wear after having a baby and they are perfect. Very high quality and plenty of room in the legs. I'm usually a size 10 and the Large fits great. I predicted I would love these b...
B G.4/26/2023
Verified BuyerLive the fit, looks great
Live the fit, looks great and great ensemble with the Top.
Colleen M.4/24/2023
Verified BuyerGreat everyday short
Love this material! And the length is perfect! Purchased in 2 colours because I loved them so much.
Linda L.4/23/2023
Verified BuyerLove them!
Love them!
Mary A.4/23/2023
Verified BuyerBeautiful, elevated.
Beautiful, elevated.
rene a.4/22/2023
Verified BuyerGreat shorts, wish there was
Great shorts, wish there was more colors
Nicole N.4/20/2023
Verified BuyerLooove these shorts
Perfect length and super flattering. I’m 5’8” and a UK size 10 and was looking for the perfect short to dress up and down - this is it!
Matthew L.4/20/2023
Verified BuyerFAVORITE!
Don’t worry, I now have every single option in my shopping cart. Favorite new find of all time.
Debra H.4/18/2023
Verified BuyerAlder Shorts
Love the fabric & the length.
Linda A.4/18/2023
Verified BuyerBeautiful quality - so soft
Beautiful quality - so soft but robust!
Charlotte A.4/17/2023
Verified BuyerPerfect length
Soft comfortable stylish at any age. Just the right length.
Darlene P.4/16/2023
Verified BuyerGreat shorts!
Love the Antler color! nice length.
Laurie W.4/16/2023
Verified BuyerExcellent in every way!
Excellent in every way!
Rebecca L.4/15/2023
Verified BuyerReally soft and comfy. I
Really soft and comfy. I also think they are flattering I’m a size 8/10 and got the XS
Holly M.4/15/2023
Verified BuyerPerfect!
Heavy drape, so flattering, could pair with tennies or dressier. Super cute, LOVE! I followed the reviews to size down - I'm between M/L so I got the M and they fit great!
Lori A.4/15/2023
Verified BuyerLove these shorts! So soft
Love these shorts! So soft and comfy but super cute!
Joanne F.4/14/2023
Verified BuyerNice Shorts!
I have not worn shorts in a few years, but the wide fit is so stylish and flattering!
I purchased a size Small - 5'3'' 125 age 57
Alexandra M.4/12/2023
Verified BuyerComfortable travel wear
Comfortable travel wear
Lise P.4/11/2023
Verified BuyerGreat fabric and style, can’t
Great fabric and style, can’t wait to wear
Jill B.4/7/2023
Verified BuyerLove these shorts!
So cute and so comfy! They can be dressed up with a heel or casual with a sandal! I love these shorts!!!
Linda H.4/6/2023
Verified BuyerI ordered a small, my
I ordered a small, my usual size, and it fit perfectly. I bought the black with matching open knit Henley and the white with the sleeveless turtleneck. These will be nice pieces to wear around the hou...
Cynthia S.4/5/2023
Verified BuyerAdler short
Great Short, perfect length, awesome fabric and I love the color!
Jennifer K.4/4/2023
Verified BuyerSo soft!
Love the feel of the fabric and overall fit.
Jamy B.4/3/2023
Verified BuyerVery comfortable and looks nice.
Very comfortable and looks nice. Perfect length.
Judy B.4/2/2023
Verified BuyerBeautiful soft fabric that will
Beautiful soft fabric that will travel well. Great comfortable fit.
Deidra F.3/31/2023
Verified BuyerPerfect in every way!!!
Perfect in every way!!!
Bonnie L.3/30/2023
Verified BuyerI love these! The fabric
I love these! The fabric is glorious and the fit exceptional.
Lesley v.3/30/2023
Verified BuyerLove love love ! Fabric
Love love love ! Fabric fit fabulous
Morgan W.3/29/2023
Verified BuyerVery nice
I have been eyeing these for awhile and this was my first purchase from Varley. They look and feel very high quality. They are super soft and the antler color looked the same in person. Definitely an ...
Carole A.3/28/2023
Verified BuyerPerfect
Perfect
Claire B.3/28/2023
Verified BuyerLove them beautiful fabric fabulous
Love them beautiful fabric fabulous fit
Lori P.3/19/2023
Verified BuyerGreat length
What I love about these is the longer length. Can dress them up or down, and they aren’t too short. Fit true to size. Excellent quality.
Lynda I.3/18/2023
Verified BuyerBeautiful
Beautiful
Ashley F.3/16/2023
Verified BuyerFavorite, favorite, favorite
Favorite, favorite, favorite
Tamara S.3/15/2023
Verified BuyerLength is as pictured, shape
Length is as pictured, shape is flattering and fabric is soft.
Abbi C.3/15/2023
Verified BuyerThese are awesome. Material is
These are awesome. Material is super luxe and have a loose fit.
Daniella S.3/10/2023
Verified BuyerStylish shorts
Amazing quality and fabric.
Thick elasticated waistband and the length of shorts is just right and fall in middle of thigh for a stylish look.
Laura L.3/5/2023
Verified BuyerBest fit, fabric and style!
Best fit, fabric and style!
Adriana H.3/4/2023
Verified BuyerIncredible softness
The softness of the fabric is incredible. The length is exactly what I was looking for.
Maryna H.3/3/2023
Verified Buyerthe perfect shorts
very flattering soft and gorgeous. Wear them at home or out with a blazer and a silk shirt. Got them in white and black. Please restock the grey ones.
Ebba C.2/24/2023
Verified BuyerX
X
Kerry H.2/14/2023
Verified BuyerCan’t wait for spring to
Can’t wait for spring to wear them, such a lovely cut.
maral g.2/8/2023
Verified Buyerlove it
love it
Rosemary C.2/3/2023
Verified BuyerBeautiful but too big 😞
Beautiful but too big 😞
loretta s.1/21/2023
Verified BuyerLove love
Love love
Jenny B.9/19/2022
Verified BuyerBeautiful material and comfortable to
Beautiful material and comfortable to wear.
Anna B.7/19/2022
Verified BuyerLove them
Really lovely fabric and fit beautifully. Unfortunately the stitching has started unravelling already which is disappointing but other than that they feel like a good quality piece of clothing
Isabelle C.6/27/2022
Verified BuyerThis is a beautiful relaxed
This is a beautiful relaxed shorts that fits and feels amazing. I can’t wait to wear this during the summer; actually had me think about buying the other one in grey😅😁😃
Severine P.6/22/2022
Verified BuyerSuper agréable à porter, les
Super agréable à porter, les tissus de Varley sont très doux 👌
Victoria O.6/8/2022
Verified BuyerPerfect
Absolutely love these shorts. Such a nice shape and really flattering.