Midday Mid Rise Short
Performance Poplin - a lightweight, breathable fabric with built in stretch for all day comfort

Midday Mid Rise Short
Performance Poplin - a lightweight, breathable fabric with built in stretch for all day comfort
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- FOR: Travel, vacation, or exploring your town or city
- FEEL: Performance Poplin is lightweight, quick drying, and breathable with an easy stretch
- FAVE: Sport-strength fabric meets clean tailoring to elevate your everyday
- Side and back pockets hold more than you think
- #587825
- #587825
- 50% Recycled Polyester/50% Polyester
- RECYCLED MATERIAL: Made from recycled polyester, a material sourced from post-consumer plastic bottles that helps lessen our impact on the world
- BREATHABLE: Airflow moves easily through the garment
- WATER-REPELLENT: Durable Water Repellent (DWR) fabric finish protects against light-to-medium rain
- RATED UPF 40+ (Excellent Protection)
- Machine wash cold and tumble dry on low.
- Imported.
- Relaxed fit for a wide range of motion
- Mid rise, sits below the natural waist
- Inseam: 3 1/4"
Reviews
5 Stars
143
4 Stars
25
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
4
1 Star
5
Was a little nervous about these given the mixed reviews on fit/fabric, but found they look and fit quite nicely -- once I tried a couple sizes. Fortunately I live near a store that had them in stock. I'm 5'9, 135lbs, and assumed I needed the small; however the sales associate told me to try an XS ...as well, and sure enough, the XS fit was better. Other than the waist having more give in the S (not overly so, and it cinched in fine with the drawstring without bunching), the additional fabric on the S was a little noticeable in the lower abdomen and lower back area, and the legs were a little wider. It wasn't frumpy/baggy at all though and I wouldn't have been upset getting the S if the XS was sold out...but the associates were right, the XS had a slightly cleaner look to it. I don't mind the material at all, but know that lighter poplin fabrics almost always have a bit of transparency to them, so you will see the pockets and you will want to be sure you're wearing the flesh-colored undies (that being said, I still bought the citron color bc I loved it). I think these are great for walking/light hiking, as a coverup at the beach or wherever, or for general casual wear. Not what I'd wear to the gym, but I'd repurpose them for jogging on vacation if I didn't want to pack extra workout clothes.
I wanted to love these shorts, but they just didn't work for me. The fit was off—there was a strange bunching in the crotch area that made them uncomfortable and unflattering. The material felt like an odd cross between running shorts and swim trunks, and overall, the style seemed a bit dated. They ...have since been returned.
Submitted 3 days ago
By anonymous
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Height 5'2"
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athleta.gapcanada.caComments about Midday Mid Rise Short
I sized down and the shorts fit perfect
Submitted 4 days ago
By Barb B
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Height 5'3"
Weight 140–150 lbs
Love this color and the shorts in general. Very comfortable. Seem to run a little big. Debated to exchange for xs.
- Which size did you purchase?
- small
Submitted 5 days ago
By Mallory
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Height 5'8"
Love the fit. Usually a M/L & went with a L
- Length purchased
- regular
- Which size did you purchase?
- large
Submitted 5 days ago
By anonymous
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Height 5'1"
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Comments about Midday Mid Rise Short
I love these shorts! They are light and feel so soft. I have had lots of compliments when I wear them! Thumbs up!!
Submitted 5 days ago
By anonymous
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Height 5'1"
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Comments about Midday Mid Rise Short
So lightweight and flattering
Submitted 5 days ago
By Sharron
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Height 5'0"
Weight 110–120 lbs
Thought the vertical stripe would be flattering, but shorts did not work for my petite frame. Even size XS looked boxy
- Length purchased
- regular
- Which size did you purchase?
- XS
Submitted 6 days ago
By anonymous
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Height 5'9"
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athleta.gapcanada.caComments about Midday Mid Rise Short
I love the fabric and colour of these. They hit the boxer short trend look but way better construction. Only reason I didn't give it 5 is when I bend down in them, there's a chance of revealing a bit of bum.
Submitted 6 days ago
By anonymous
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Height 5'5"
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Comments about Midday Mid Rise Short
So comfortable. Love the lightweight material
Submitted 6 days ago
By anonymous
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Height 5'4"
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Comments about Midday Mid Rise Short
Cute shorts! They are flattering and good quality. Perfect length for me and true to size. Will consider buying more colors.
Submitted 6 days ago
By anonymous
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Height 5'8"
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Comments about Midday Mid Rise Short
Too loose