Wabash Work Short

Rated 4.7 out of 5
Based on 21 reviews
$84.00
$84.00
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Wabash Work Short Work Pants Dovetail Workwear
Wabash Work Short Work Pants Dovetail Workwear
Wabash Work Short Work Pants Dovetail Workwear
Wabash Work Short Work Pants Dovetail Workwear
Wabash Work Short Work Pants Dovetail Workwear
Wabash Work Short Work Pants Dovetail Workwear

Wabash Work Short

Rated 4.7 out of 5
Based on 21 reviews
$84.00
$84.00

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PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS

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FIT

Slim Leg

Mid-rise

Pockets10

Stretch

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FABRIC WEIGHT

Midweight

Revolutionizing Women’s Work Shorts

  • Hip Slot™
  • Tool loop
  • Nested Pockets

Here’s Your Short Notice

No need to take the scissors to your favorite Dovetail anymore– we did it for you. Our work shorts are back for the summer, and better than ever, with a shorter inseam (8.5”), frayed cuff, and a soft, worn-in feel. We won’t sell you short on the details that make it Dovetail: a tool loop, a pant-load of 10 pockets and a streamlined look. These fit like our past wabash stripe work short, but the frayed cuff offers more mobility, and a more washed–down fabric gives and takes.

The word Wabash comes from the Miami tribe's ‘Wah-bah-shik-ki,’ meaning “water flowing over white stones." You’ll know exactly what they meant when you feast your eyes on this yarn-dyed indigo stretch canvas striped with white dashes and dots. Wabash Stripe gives a nod to what great-great-grandma wore working in the factory– but softer, stretchier, and super strong. To cut a long story short, these work shorts are ready for a summer of sweat, grime and getting dirty with Dovetail.

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We are stoked to work with our friends at Tuk Tuk in India, who make our Wabash Work Shorts. A WRAP Platinum facility partnered with Intermode, Tuk Tuk is a sustainability star, milling gorgeous fabrics onsite as well as making them into clothes. Also onsite, Tuk Tuk's organic veg garden provides lunches for workers.
  • Midweight indigo stripe canvas
  • Fabric weight: 9.5 oz
  • Fabric content: 98% BCI cotton / 2% spandex

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You got 'em dirty, now get 'em clean.

  • Turn inside out.
  • Wash cold.
  • Hang dry.
  • If you must tumble, tumble low to damp dry.

We get it's tempting to wash those dirty shorts in hot water and tumble dry the hell out of them. But like any high-quality tool, this one will last longer with TLC. Heat messes with our special stretch sauces and secret weatherizing potions. And it can shrink, warp, and otherwise damage the fine fabrics that make Dovetail Workwear sturdy, comfortable, and tough on the job. So for a long life, wash cold, and hang dry or tumble low. The planet will thank you too.

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RETURNS & EXCHANGES

You can exchange your item or start the return process within 30 days of purchase for an exchange or refund.

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average rating 4.7 out of 5
Based on 21 reviews
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21 Reviews
Reviewed by Cathie S., from United States
Verified Buyer
I recommend this product
Size you most often wear in shorts:
12
Size you wear in this product:
10
Height:
5'4" - 5'5"
Body Shape:
Curvy
Waist (measure in inches around waist at narrowest point):
  • 30" - 31"
Hip (with feet together, measure in inches around fullest part of your hips):
  • 39" - 40"
Preferred inseam (measure in inches the distance from inner thigh to preferred length)
  • 7"
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted

Heck yes!

I love the fit of these and all my Dovetail products! They just feel great!

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Quality:
Rated 4 out of 5
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Reviewed by Kimber C., from United States
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I recommend this product
Size you most often wear in shorts:
16
Size you wear in this product:
16
Height:
5'10"- 5'11"
Body Shape:
Athletic
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted

Love them!

I just ordered my second pair, to have a fresh one for this summer. They are great for casual outings and have stretch for activity. I suggest air drying to keep the nice dark blue. Love the fray, worth the money and you'll likely get a compliment or two. Thank you, Dovetail, for my favorite shorts.

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Reviewed by Mary M., from United States
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I recommend this product
Size you most often wear in shorts:
4
Size you wear in this product:
4
Height:
5'6" - 5'7"
Body Shape:
Athletic
Waist (measure in inches around waist at narrowest point):
  • 28" - 29"
Hip (with feet together, measure in inches around fullest part of your hips):
  • 39" - 40"
Preferred inseam (measure in inches the distance from inner thigh to preferred length)
  • 9"
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted

Ready to work

Excellent fit: ready for gardening, backpacking, working at the winery!

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Reviewed by Kaitlin
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5
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5 Stars

Super cute!

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Reviewed by Christine, from United States
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I recommend this product
Size you most often wear in shorts:
6
Size you wear in this product:
6
Height:
5'4" - 5'5"
Body Shape:
Athletic
Rated 5 out of 5
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Pre-Order Info:

  • When can I expect my pre-ordered item?
    Our current ETA for shipment is 6/25/25. There is the possibility this date may change. If it changes by more than 3 days, we will email you.
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    Yes, you can! We’ll ship the in-stock item first, and when the pre-order item is available, we’ll ship that to you separately.
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