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Fit Tip: I wear a size 2 in Patagonia clothing and found that these shorts run a bit small. I fit into a size 4 very well. I recommend sizing up one size with these shorts.
Featherweight Wavefarers offer luxurious all-day comfort in the waves. Made from 100% nylon that's recyclable through our Common Threads Recycling Program, they feature a stretch-mesh gusset fly with one plastic button and a flat tie closure for a secure fit. Angled side panels and a back yoke with shaping darts refine the fit; topstitching adds durability. The welted side pocket with key loop has a button closure. Inseam (size 8) is 4". Low rise.Slim fit.
Return went smoothly
Customer service was great with helping return and reorder different size. Just be aware - If you have a figure, definitely go at least one size up!
I really like these shorts
I ordered these in a size 6 because everyone was saying that they ran small. Unfortunately the 6 was too big. They fit just a little big around the waist, (I wear a 27 in jeans) it didn't bother me until I got in the water and it made them float up higher around me and I knew I needed a size smaller. I am waiting on my size 4 to get here to see how they fit. But from the one time that I wore them they seem durable, long lasting and made of good material. I like the fact that they are not super short but not super long in length. Overall I am satisfied with these shorts and am ready for my other ones to get here!
Great!
They are really cute. I ordered my size and they were perfect. Can't wait for summer.
Return went smoothly
Customer service was great with helping return and reorder different size. Just be aware - If you have a figure, definitely go at least one size up!
I really like these shorts
I ordered these in a size 6 because everyone was saying that they ran small. Unfortunately the 6 was too big. They fit just a little big around the waist, (I wear a 27 in jeans) it didn't bother me until I got in the water and it made them float up higher around me and I knew I needed a size smaller. I am waiting on my size 4 to get here to see how they fit. But from the one time that I wore them they seem durable, long lasting and made of good material. I like the fact that they are not super short but not super long in length. Overall I am satisfied with these shorts and am ready for my other ones to get here!
Great!
They are really cute. I ordered my size and they were perfect. Can't wait for summer.
A great deal!
I purchased these in the mineral springs color. After reading some of the reviews I decided to size up because people were saying they were really small. I usually wear a 27' pant, and I sized up to a 10. While they fit really nicely on my waist, they are just a little to big everywhere else. I'm going to go down to an 8 and they should be perfect. The color is great and the length is perfect for someone who wants shorts that are neither too long or too short. Really flattering!
Board Shorts
Once I got the size right I have enjoyed these shorts. They are flattering in all the right ways. Its Altrec's wonderful customer service that makes the shorts even better!
Awesome
Very cute. True to size! Perfect length not too long and not too short. I would recommend!
Comfortable, flattering fit.
I like these shorts better than the watergirl shorts I bought from Altrec last summer. They have a low cut waist and don't bunch up at the front closure. I usually wear a 2 or 4 petite and the women's 2 fit me perfectly. I wish they came in more colors.
perfect fit for a online order
As a water fitness instructor it's a Y standard to wear shorts with our swimsuits. I have found that it's harder to find a lasting pair of shorts than a swimsuit. This one will hold up to the chlorine and heavy usage over a long period of time in the pool. Great fabric and well made product. Not to mention the good fit.
exactly what I wanted
perfect for swim bottoms when I want a bit more covered up. Love the light material and the lace up front.
True-er fit than other Patagonia sizing
I wasn't sure about which size to get since typically Patagonia sizing runs a little large on me. These fit true to size. With this in mind when ordering the right size, I'm happy with the cut/fit of the short! They do run on the shorter side for board shorts.
Adorable!
Love the look. I prefer a little more coverage and the length of these shorts are just right. However, the sizing is very small. I had to order two sizes up from my usual size.
as promised
got a big butt and big thighs , but a tiny waist? these board shorts are pretty much exactly what you need them to be -- they're not too long, not too short, not too tight, and the back doesn't gap too badly -- totally simple, straightforward board shorts for the over 40 crowd!
Size wayyyyy off
I wear a size 10 and the size 10 I ordered are waaayyy small. I missed where they are described as low rise. They show my crack. Not exactly the look I was going for. I'll let you know how easily they are returned.
would have loved them if they fit
These board shorts would have been great if the sizing was right. I usually wear a size 6 or 8. I ordered these shorts in a size 10 because I wanted them baggy and I thought they might run small. Well a size 10 is too small! Really tight on the hips uuugh.
One size too small
For me they really did run a full size too small - size 12 women's same size as a RipCurl juniors 13!
| XS | S | M | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Size | 0 - 2 | 4 - 6 | 8 - 10 | 12 - 14 | 16 |
| Chest | 32 - 33" | 34 - 35" | 36 - 37" | 38 1/2 - 40" | 41 1/2" |
| Hips | 34 1/2 - 35 1/2" | 35 1/2 - 36 1/2" | 38 1/2 - 39 1/2" | 41 - 42 1/2" | 44" |
| Waist | 24 - 25" | 26 - 27" | 28 - 29" | 30 1/2 - 32" | 33 1/2" |
| Inseam | 30 - 31" | 31 - 32" | 31 - 32" | 31 - 32" | 31 - 33" |
Offered in colors: Alpaca Brown, Black, Free Lei: Alpaca Brown, Free Lei: Blueblack, Friar/ Fair Aqua, Friar/ Vermillion, Mineral Springs, Montjuic: Espresso, Montjuic: Plum, Verano: Gravel and Verano: Oceania. Available sizes, while supplies last, include size 0, size 2, size 4, size 6, size 8, size 10, size 12 and size 14: 0, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14.
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