Women's High-Waisted Pleated Bermuda Shorts

You step outside on a warm morning, the olive cotton sits high on the waist, and the pleats fall clean past your knees.

These are high-waisted Bermuda shorts cut in a soft rayon, cotton and spandex blend, worn here in a muted army green with a lived-in, washed finish. The waistband rides high through belt loops, two soft pleats open at the front, and the relaxed straight legs stop right at the knee with a deep folded cuff.

The fabric has a little give from the spandex, so the shorts move with you when you walk, sit at a cafe or reach into the slanted side pockets. A patch pocket sits on the right thigh, the front closes at the center, and the whole piece pairs easily with a loose tee and a woven bag.

Key Benefits

• High-waisted cut The elevated waistband sits above the natural waist and lengthens the leg under a tucked or loose top.
• Front pleats Two soft pleats release from the waistband for room through the hip without adding bulk.
• Knee-length Bermuda The legs finish at the knee with a deep cuffed hem, longer than a summer short and easy to style year round.
• Real pockets Slanted side pockets hold a phone and keys, with an extra patch pocket on the right thigh.
• Soft stretch blend Rayon, cotton and spandex give a breathable hand with a little give for all-day wear.
• Belt loops A full set of loops lets you cinch the waist with a belt or leave it clean.

Best for: women who want a relaxed high-waisted short that covers the knee for work, weekends and warm-weather travel.

Why It Works

Most shorts stop well above the knee, which limits how you can wear them. This Bermuda length falls at the knee and reads more like a tailored piece, so it slips under a blazer or over sandals with equal ease. The high rise and front pleats keep the shape structured while the stretch blend keeps it comfortable.

Quick Product Facts: Fabric: rayon, cotton and spandex blend; Rise: high waist with belt loops; Length: knee-length Bermuda with cuffed hem; Fit: relaxed straight leg; Pockets: slanted side plus right thigh patch; Color: olive green; Sizes: S, M, L, XL.

How It Fits Your Routine

On a workday, tuck a crisp shirt into the high waist and add loafers for a put-together look that keeps you cool through the afternoon. The knee-length hem stays office-friendly where a shorter cut would not.

On the weekend, pull on a soft tee and a woven tote, slip your phone into the side pocket and head out for errands or a long lunch. The relaxed legs give you room to move.

Machine care follows a standard cotton-blend routine. A cool wash and a low tumble keep the washed olive tone and the crisp pleats looking sharp.

FAQ

How long are these shorts? They are a knee-length Bermuda cut, finishing right at the knee with a deep folded cuff, not a mid-thigh short.

What is the fabric? A rayon, cotton and spandex blend that is lightweight and breathable with a slight stretch for comfort.

Do they have pockets? Yes. There are slanted pockets at both sides and an additional patch pocket on the right thigh.

What color and sizes are available? The shorts come in olive green and in sizes S, M, L and XL.