Plus Size Cargo Shorts
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A great style for active women, deep pocketed plus size cargo shorts make it easy to carry your essentials with you while leaving your handbag at home.
Cargo Shorts: Fashionable Comfort
Whether you love the look of denim, the comfort of cotton or the moisture wicking ability of nylon, women’s cargo shorts are stylish, fashionable and comfortable. Wear them for a day of shopping, a walk in the park or simply lounging in the backyard. These trendy plus size shorts are the perfect choice for active women everywhere.
Many companies change the look of classic cargo shorts by adding unique details such as:
- Bellowing thigh pockets that button down
- Hidden inner pockets
- Wide waistbands with multi-button closures
Pair your cargo shorts with your favorite tee shirts for cool comfort. Polo shirts and tank tops also look great with cargo shorts.
Cargo Shorts Styles
One of the hottest styles of cargo shorts is the soft knit, relaxed fit, pull-on style with a regular rise. Offered at One Stop Plus, the shorts have an elastic waist with a toggle closure and twill drawstring. The drawstring is held neatly in place by grommets of silver metal. Falling midway between the knee and thigh, the shorts have a nine inch inseam, side slash pockets and cargo pockets. These comfy shorts are available in sizes up to 5x.
If you prefer a more fitted style, cargo shorts with a zip front closure are a sure way to flatter your figure. Inseam lengths on zip front cargo shorts generally range from six to ten inches. Sometimes referred to as hiker shorts, popular fabrics are denim, cotton and cotton blends.
Cargo shorts made out of moisture wicking nylon help keep you cool and dry on hot summer days. Quick drying nylon and nylon blends are marketed under various names including Qwikwik, Dri Bond and Coolmax.
Sometimes called pedal length shorts, or pedal pushers, the longer length cargo shorts fall just slightly past knee length. With a contrasting drawstring and cute banded hem, these cargo shorts from Lane Bryant are sure to become a favorite for daytime or a casual evening get-together during the spring or summer.
Where to Find Plus Size Cargo Shorts
Cargo shorts for plus size women are available in retail locations both on and off line.
Off Line Retail Outlets
When the weather turns warm, cargo shorts take the center stage on store displays and shelves. Retail locations that generally carry plus size shorts include:
- Fashion Bug
- Catherines
- Avenue
- Macy's
- Kohl's
- Sears
- Walmart
- Taget
- K-Mart
- JCPenney
- Old Navy Plus Size
Finding Cargo Shorts Online
- A great looking pair of plus size cargo shorts is offered at Junonia. In lightweight nylon material, these shorts feature an ultraviolet protection factor of more than 50, great for sensitive skin or long days at the beach. With two Velcro closure cargo pockets, two slash side pockets and a back pocket that zips closed, there is plenty of room and security to carry everything you need. These shorts are available in sizes 1x to 4x in beautiful light blue or black. The added detail of an adjustable webbed belt is both functional and stylish.
- Travel Smith offers cargo shorts for plus size women in sizes up 26W.
- NeNature in association with L.L.Bean offers a lovely pair of sandwashed stretch canvas cargo shorts in a gorgeous peached cotton fabric. The soft fabric results from an enzyme-wash process giving these great shorts a comfortable broken-in feel.
Add a pair of your favorite plus size cargo shorts to your wardrobe and enjoy the warm weather in style and comfort.
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