Best comfortable women's shorts for August heat in the parks

[opus_00]

What are your favorite shorts to wear at WDW during hot weather? I am 49 years old, and I do not find short shorts or most gym shorts flattering on me. My just-above-the-knee shorts that I really like have waistbands that will be way too restricting and uncomfortable in August. And since I've put on a little weight in the middle, I need to go shopping anyway.

I have some knit cotton exercise pants that are capri-length and extremely comfortable. I thought about getting a few extra pairs of those, but I wonder if the knit will just get clingy and heavy when sweaty or wet from rides or rain.

 

[sam_rogers]

What are your favorite shorts to wear at WDW during hot weather? I am 49 years old, and I do not find short shorts or most gym shorts flattering on me. My just-above-the-knee shorts that I really like have waistbands that will be way too restricting and uncomfortable in August. And since I've put on a little weight in the middle, I need to go shopping anyway.

I have some knit cotton exercise pants that are capri-length and extremely comfortable. I thought about getting a few extra pairs of those, but I wonder if the knit will just get clingy and heavy when sweaty or wet from rides or rain.

As you've said you may find those kind of shorts a bit of a pain on wet rides or after a thunderstorm, I personally find they can take forever to dry! I find that boardshorts are best for me. You can get them in various lengths and with different type waist bands. They're lightweight and dry pretty fast.

 

[Linleedo]

I like the shorts and skorts by Columbia. They are quick drying. I bought these after wearing denim shorts that stayed wet for a long time in the park on a previous trip. They can be found at their outlets, and on sale at various stores( especially because the seasons are changing and fall clothes are being pushed out).
Here's a link: https://www.columbia.com/womens-pfg...ing&dwvar_1709201_variationColor=674#start=17

 

[alexce]

I second Columbia. I love their waistbands as well. My usual strategy for super-hot weather is tech fabric to help wick away the moisture. Same for tops too.

 

[miksicnarf]

In the past I've found Gloria Vanderbilt shorts at Costco with a knit waistband. This year I went with Lee Diani, from Kohls or other online sources. Same concept, slightly updated style (a tad longer, a bit cargo-ish). Woven cotton fabric with a comfy knit waistband. JC Penney also has a similar style. May be hard to find now, since stores are stocking Fall stuff.

 

[EscalatorKid]

I wear plus size Levi's (7" inseam) and Old Navy active capris. They're compression but for me, not uncomfortable at all.

 

[opus_00]

Thanks for all of the tips! Going shopping tonight. Wish me luck!

 

[LeiaIsAPrincess2]

Duluth Trading's Dry on the Fly shorts! They are my absolute favorite, they come in 2 lengths of shorts, capris, and a skort and the waistband is the most comfortable ever.

 

[amyy]

I have 3 pairs of these. All bought at the outlet and I think the 3rd pair I bought last week was only $15. They are made of 96% nylon and 4% spandex. I also have 2 pairs of Columbia but I don't think the ones linked. Another great brand. There is a Columbia store at Disney Springs. http://www.eddiebauer.com/product/shorts-for-women/23151069?showProducts=111&color=707

 

[opus_00]

I only had time to go to Kohl's tonight. No luck. All of the comfortable ones did not look good on me, and all of the ones that looked good on me were uncomfortable. Everything is so SHORT and TIGHT!

 

[zipuzee]

Adding a vote for Columbia. I order them online, they have plus sizes as well, and I'm borderline size-wise, so it worked for me.

 

[opus_00]

I went to another Kohl's tonight and found some Tek Gear quick-dry shorts, and they had a bermuda length that was a much more flattering fit on me than what I have seen elsewhere. I bought two of those. I also like Columbia shorts, and used to have a few pairs. I may order a couple online. Things are looking up!

 

[ZoZo]

https://www.rei.com/rei-garage/product/142698/columbia-sandy-river-cargo-shorts-womens-plus-sizes

I bought the shorts at REI and loved them for Disney. They come in regular and plus sizes. They were very lightweight, comfortable, and I could even hand-wash them in the sink at night and they would be dry by morning. They even come with a couple of cargo pockets.

 

[MSPeeler]

What are your favorite shorts to wear at WDW during hot weather? I am 49 years old, and I do not find short shorts or most gym shorts flattering on me. My just-above-the-knee shorts that I really like have waistbands that will be way too restricting and uncomfortable in August. And since I've put on a little weight in the middle, I need to go shopping anyway.

I have some knit cotton exercise pants that are capri-length and extremely comfortable. I thought about getting a few extra pairs of those, but I wonder if the knit will just get clingy and heavy when sweaty or wet from rides or rain.

In the past I've found Gloria Vanderbilt shorts at Costco with a knit waistband.

I bought 3 pair of the GV knee length shorts at Costco (Navy, Green and Khaki colored) and they are by far my favorites!!! They have a knit waist which make them stretchy, and buttons so they look stylish
They are called the Beverly Bermuda shorts.

 

[Sparkly]

I only had time to go to Kohl's tonight. No luck. All of the comfortable ones did not look good on me, and all of the ones that looked good on me were uncomfortable. Everything is so SHORT and TIGHT!

This is me trying to go shopping for shorts this year!! Trying to find a pair that doesn't show my bum and is comfy is so difficult.

 

[sjrec]

I don’t wear shorts anymore-I buy capris in light colors and lightweight fabrics from the Talbots outlet. They really aren’t too warm. My sister has had good luck with Chico’s-

 

[Jen cook]

Was there in July and had two of these columhia skorts. I wore them the most in our 10 day trip. Lightweight and cool, plus you can wash in the sink and hang to dry. I’m 44.

https://acupofbeautifulintegrity.wordpress.com/2019/01/10/what-i-wore-to-disney-world/

 

[AngiTN]

No shorts at all.
These.
www.sparkleskirts.com
they will change.your.life

 

[Belia]

I'm really concerned about chafing. Any suggestions for me in re: to how shorts should fit / styles?

 

[AngiTN]

I'm really concerned about chafing. Any suggestions for me in re: to how shorts should fit / styles?

See my rec above