Autumn Sale: up to 50% off your favourite transitional styles

  • Women
  • Men
  • Kids
Zalando homeZalando home
Your account
  • NEW IN
  • Clothing
  • Shoes
  • Accessories
  • Designer
  • Streetwear
  • Sports
  • Brands
  • Sale
No search history
  • -10%
  • -10%
Light wash denim shorts with a high waist, frayed hem, and two front pockets, paired with simple black sandals and a white shirt.

Levi's®
501® MID THIGH SHORT - Denim shorts - make memorable short

4.6

9 Ratings

10% off

£54.00£59.99VAT included

Current Selected colorColour: make memorable short

  • Selected, make memorable short
  • Unselected, fun flare lightweight
  • Selected, make memorable short
  • Unselected, fun flare lightweight

The size runs small so we recommend going one size up

Delivery

  • Standard delivery

    Sat 18 Oct - Wed 22 Oct

30 day return policy

Outer fabric material:
 
79% cotton, 21% lyocell
Fabric:
 
Denim

The first ever jean shorts. Modeled after the 501® Original jeans, these Mid-Thigh Shorts were made with our iconic vintage-inspired fit, a flattering high rise and a longer inseam. To this day, they’ve never gone out of style. And they never will.
Rise:
 
Normal
Fastening:
 
Concealed fly
Pockets:
 
Back pocket, side pockets
Article number:
 
LE221S049-K11

Our model's height:
 
Our model is 5' 10" tall and is wearing size 28
Fit:
 
Regular fit
Shape:
 
Straight
Length:
 
Short

Levi's®

Ratings

4.6

9 Ratings

a month ago

Complete the look
Outfit inspiration

Woman wearing sunglasses, a white short-sleeve shirt, denim shorts, and black trainers, holding a large tan bag while standing beside a black coffee truck.
anchisamac
·
Striped, light green halter neck top with a bow detail, teamed with distressed denim shorts. Complete with flat, studded sandals and a woven bag.
saraharmili
·
Hollister Co. SLIM SHIRTING - Button-down blouse - white; Light blue denim shorts with a faded finish. Features five pockets, a button closure, and orange stitching accents. Classic straight cut.; Black Adidas sneaker with white stripes, gold "Spezial" text, gum sole, and white heel tab, shown in profile view.; Gold metal sunglasses with oval lenses and dark tinted lenses. Black acetate tips on the arms. Brand name "QUAY" on the side.; Brown suede shoulder bag with a curved shape and a single strap, featuring a subtle logo on the front. Background is plain white.
by Zalando·
Woman standing outdoors in a striped shirt with a white collar, light denim shorts, fuzzy beige shoes, and carrying a black shoulder bag.
mariafallg
·
White crop top, black oversized shirt, ripped denim shorts, knee-high white socks with black stripes, and light trainers set against a dark wall.
beatricetita
·
Black sleeveless top, denim shorts, black mesh trainers, and a beige tote bag. The background features green foliage and decorative metal railings.
veronikakrbatova
·
Beige trench coat with black buttons, worn over a black top and denim shorts. Black shoes with a gold accent. Red handbag. Wooden flooring.
misshappyaurelie
·

Variations of this style
How about these?

See more
  • Light blue denim shorts with a raw hem, high waist, and front pockets, featuring a button closure and a slightly faded texture.

    Vero ModaVMTESS SHORT - Denim shorts - light blue denim

    (27)

    £30.99

  • Black triangle bikini top with thin straps paired with high-waisted light blue denim shorts featuring frayed hem and front pockets.
    • up to -30%

    BillabongRILEY WALK - Denim shorts - faded indigo fray

    (1)

    From£42.00 £60.00

  • Striped brown and beige short-sleeve polo with a white collar, paired with high-waisted light blue jeans and white slip-on shoes with polka dots.
    • -25%

    Levi's®RIBCAGE STRAIGHT ANKLE - Straight leg jeans - let's share

    (1.6k)

    £79.00 £104.99

  • Light blue wide-leg jeans with a high waist, made from denim. Features a button closure and subtle fading on the thighs.

    Levi's®'94 WIDE LEG - Wide Leg - light touch

    (115)

    £69.99

  • Light blue wide-leg jeans with a high waist, featuring contrasting stitching and a button fly. Paired with a fitted white t-shirt and sneakers.
    • -50%
    • Mix and match

    Levi's®SUPERLOW LOOSE STRIPE - Relaxed fit jeans - stripe hype

    (9)

    £40.00 £79.99

  • Black ribbed t-shirt, loose blue denim shorts with frayed hems, black belt with round buckle, navy bag, Dalmatian dog with a blue cap.
    • -25%

    Levi's®BAGGY DAD - Denim shorts - foolish love

    (35)

    £49.00 £64.99

  • Light blue, high-waisted denim jeans with a flared silhouette. Features five pockets, contrasting stitching, and a faded wash.
    • -10%

    Levi's®'94 BOOT - Baggy Jeans - smile for real

    (20)

    £54.00 £59.99

  • Light blue high-waisted jeans with a wide leg fit, made of denim, featuring a classic button closure and stitched pockets. Worn with white sneakers.
    • up to -11%

    Levi's®RIBCAGE STRAIGHT ANKLE - Straight leg jeans - middle road

    (1.5k)

    From£85.00 £94.99

  • Levi's® BAGGY DAD - Relaxed fit jeans - fan flare

    Levi's®BAGGY DAD - Relaxed fit jeans - fan flare

    (121)

    £104.99

  • Gray ribbed long-sleeve crop top with button details paired with a black denim A-line mini skirt and black chunky shoes.
    • -25%

    Levi's®SKORT - Denim skirt - finally here

    (63)

    £45.00 £59.99

  • Light blue denim shorts with a rolled hem, five pockets, and a front button closure, paired with black ankle boots and white socks.

    ONLYONLJOSEPHINE STRETCH NOOS - Denim shorts - light blue denim

    (11)

    £25.99

  • Gray high-waisted jeans with a relaxed fit, paired with black and brown textured sweater and leopard print high-heeled shoes.
    • -10%
    • Exclusive

    Levi's®HIGH WAISTED STRAIGHT - Straight leg jeans - breathe in

    (961)

    £72.00 £79.99

  • High-waisted blue denim shorts with a classic cut, stitched detailing, and an unembellished design. Worn with white sneakers and socks.
    • -9%

    Levi's®HIGH WAISTED MOM - Denim shorts - amazing

    (568)

    £40.00 £43.99

  • Black high-waisted jeans with a straight leg, paired with a dark v-neck t-shirt and black footwear. Fabric is denim with a smooth texture.
    • -10%

    Levi's®Mom Jeans - black stonewash

    (169)

    £94.00 £104.99

  • Light blue denim high-waisted shorts with frayed hems, paired with a white ribbed crop top and an oversized white shirt. Pink cap on head.

    Levi's®501® ORIGINAL SHORT - Denim shorts - light-blue denim

    (1.9k)

    £54.99

More from Levi's®

See more
  • Denim shorts in dark blue with a high waist, a fitted cut, and rolled hems. Paired with black loafers and a ribbed black tank top.
    • -10%

    Levi's®501® MID THIGH - Denim shorts - broken midnight

    (929)

    £54.00 £59.99

  • Light blue denim shorts with a high waist, featuring a button closure, two front pockets, and a frayed hem. Worn with black flip-flops.

    Levi's®CINCH MID THIGH SHORT - Denim shorts - abraided art short

    (15)

    £47.99

  • Light blue denim shorts with a high waist, front pockets, and slightly frayed hem. Paired with a white t-shirt and silver flats.

    Levi's®HIGH BAGGY - Denim shorts - far and wide

    (122)

    £59.99

  • Light blue denim shorts with a high waist, raw hem, and five-pocket design. Worn with a button-up shirt and beige strappy sandals.

    Levi's®'94 BAGGY SHORT - Denim shorts - mister twister cut hem

    (28)

    £59.99

  • Striped pink and white tank top with wide straps paired with high-waisted denim shorts in a medium blue wash, accented by back pockets and stitching.

    Levi's®501® ORIGINAL - Denim shorts - broken midnight

    (145)

    £54.99

  • Light blue denim high-waisted shorts with a stitched hem, front pockets, and a button closure. Paired with black flat sandals.
    • -20%

    Levi's®80'S MOM SHORTS - Denim shorts - cool wise owl

    (17)

    £44.00 £54.99

  • Light blue jeans with a classic straight-leg cut, featuring a high waist, five-pocket design, and subtle whiskering, paired with red flats.
    • -10%

    Levi's®501® FOR WOMEN - Straight leg jeans - hollow days

    (691)

    £94.00 £104.99

  • Gray sweatshirt with graphic print, black denim shorts with frayed hem, and black clogs. Model stands against a plain white background.

    Levi's®RIBCAGE BERMUDA - Denim shorts - goth princess

    (11)

    £54.99

  • Light blue denim jeans with a relaxed fit, featuring a high waist, five pockets, and subtle stitching details. Worn with a pink sweatshirt and sneakers.
    • -10%

    Levi's®'94 BAGGY DAD - Relaxed fit jeans - granite state

    (99)

    £54.00 £59.99

  • Light blue denim jeans with a straight fit, featuring a high waist, belt loops, five-pocket style, and subtle fading on the legs.
    • -10%

    Levi's®501® '90S - Straight leg jeans - in love with you

    (640)

    £94.00 £104.99

  • Light blue high-waisted jeans with a straight leg, featuring visible stitching and a button closure, paired with nude block-heel sandals.
    • -11%

    Levi's®501® CROP - Straight leg jeans - wow me over

    (240)

    £85.00 £94.99

  • Light blue skinny jeans made of denim with a high waist, featuring front pockets, and contrasted stitching. Worn with a black ankle boot.
    • -15%

    Levi's®501® SKINNY - Jeans Skinny Fit - blue it's true

    (1k)

    £68.00 £79.99

  • Ribbed green cardigan with short sleeves, silver buttons, and a fitted design, paired with black distressed denim shorts.

    Levi's®501® ORIGINAL SHORT - Denim shorts - stowaway

    (677)

    £54.99

  • Blue denim wide-leg pants with a high waist, featuring front pockets and subtle stitching detail, paired with black pointed-toe boots.
    • -50%
    • Mix and match

    Levi's®RIBCAGE WIDE LEG BRAIDED - Wide Leg - big yikes

    (11)

    £62.00 £124.99

  • Light blue high-waisted jeans made of denim, featuring a straight leg, five pockets, and a button fly, paired with white sneakers.
    • -26%

    Levi's®HIGH WAISTED MOM JEAN - Mom Jeans - now you know

    (7.9k)

    £52.00 £69.99

Better together
Often viewed with each other

See more
  • Cream-colored sleeveless knitted top featuring a textured pattern, scalloped neckline, and fringe trim at the hem.
    • -40%

    Levi's®ADRIENNE TANK - Top - egret

    (5)

    £33.00 £54.99

  • Ivory ribbed tank top with a round neck, front button closure, and a small red label at the hem. Made from a soft, textured fabric.
    • -12%

    Levi's®DRY GOODS POINTELLE TANK - Top - gardenia

    (5)

    £23.00 £25.99

  • Striped white and navy blue crop top with thin white straps and a square neckline. Features a small red Levi's logo on the front.
    • -9%

    Levi's®Top - black/white

    (10)

    £20.00 £21.99

  • Red ribbed sleeveless top with a round neckline and seven button closures down the front. Soft, textured fabric with a fitted shape.
    • -8%

    Levi's®RORY BUTTON UP - Top - true red

    (9)

    £22.00 £23.99

  • Light blue denim jacket with long sleeves, point collar, two chest pockets, and button front. Features a cropped design and faded texture.
    • -50%

    Levi's®ORIGINAL TRUCKER - Denim jacket - med indigo - worn in

    (251)

    £57.00 £114.99

  • Red sweatshirt with a crew neckline, long sleeves, and relaxed fit; features a small white logo on the chest. Smooth texture.
    • -10%

    Levi's®EVERYDAY - Sweatshirt - marsala

    (15)

    £43.00 £47.99

  • Light blue denim jacket with a cropped design, button front, two chest pockets, and contrasting blue side panels. Features classic collar and soft texture.
    • -50%
    • Mix and match

    Levi's®Denim jacket - light blue

    £45.00 £89.99

  • Denim vest with a V-neckline, braided detailing, six metal buttons, and two front pockets. Blue color with orange stitching accents.
    • -35%
    • Mix and match

    Levi's®BRAIDED VEST - Waistcoat - big yikes

    (10)

    £42.00 £64.99

  • White and beige New Balance 740 sneaker with mesh upper, lace-up front, and cushioned sole on a plain white background.
    • -10%

    New Balance740 UNISEX - Trainers - silver-coloured

    (21)

    £90.00 £99.99

  • Cream sweater with horizontal black stripes, round neckline, long sleeves, and ribbed cuffs and hem. Smooth texture, casual fit.
    • -10%

    ONLYONKALANA O NECK - Jumper - whitecap gray/black

    (3)

    £28.00 £30.99

  • Black ribbed tank top with a square neckline, adjustable straps, and a front button closure featuring six buttons.
    • -40%

    Abercrombie & FitchBARE POWDERED BUTTON THROUGH BOY TANK - Top - black

    £21.00 £34.99

  • Quilted blue denim vest with a round neck, front tie closure, and two patch pockets. Features a branded label on the left pocket.
    • New

    Levi's®LOTTIE - Waistcoat - shaded view

    (2)

    £84.99

  • Light pink blouse featuring ruffled sleeves and a V-neckline. It has a button front and a fitted bodice that flares into a peplum style.
    • -40%

    YASYASRUNA RUFFLE - Blouse - cherry blossom

    (4)

    £36.00 £59.99

  • Cream-colored blouse with ruffled V-neckline and long sleeves. Features textured fabric and ruffled cuffs for added detail.
    • -10%

    Anna FieldBlouse - ivory

    (2)

    £26.00 £28.99

  • Black cotton t-shirt with short sleeves, round neck, featuring a white logo on the chest. Smooth texture and regular fit.
    • -10%

    The North FaceEXPLORE CARABINER RELAXED TEE UNISEX - Print T-shirt - black

    (2)

    £28.00 £30.99

More Brands

  • adidas
  • AllSaints
  • ASICS
  • Banana Republic
  • Birkenstock
  • Calvin Klein Underwear
  • Clarks
  • Converse
  • Crocs
  • Diesel
  • Dr Martens
  • Fossil
  • GAP
  • Lacoste
  • Mango
  • Massimo Dutti
  • Missguided
  • New Balance
  • Nike
  • Puma
  • River Island
  • Skechers
  • Superdry
  • Ted Baker
  • The North Face
  • Tommy Hilfiger
  • Vans

More Inspiration

  • Bikinis
  • Block Heels
  • Bum Bags
  • Cagoules
  • Cigarette Trousers
  • Clutch Bags
  • Cocktail Dresses
  • Dresses
  • Dresses for Special Occasions
  • Handbags
  • Jeans
  • Lace Tops
  • Low Rise Jeans
  • Necklaces
  • Nude Shoes
  • Over the Knee Boots
  • Playsuits & Jumpsuits
  • Pleated Skirts
  • Polka Dot Dresses
  • Purses
  • Ripped Jeans
  • Rucksacks
  • Running Shoes
  • Sandals
  • Sequin Dresses
  • Shirt Dresses
  • Trainers
  • Wedding Dresses
  • Women's Ankle Boots
  • Women's Boots
  • Women's Clothing
  • Women's Coats
  • Women's Shirts
  • Women's Shoes

Deals, drops and trends

Straight to your inbox

Enjoy discounts, find fashion inspiration and discover fresh arrivals with our curated newsletters.

Manage your preferences

What are you mostly interested in?

See more (you’ll need to sign in)

To learn how we process your data, visit our Privacy Notice. You can unsubscribe at any time without costs.

helpHelp and Contact

  • See all help topics
  • Track your parcel
  • Report a damaged item
  • Delivery information
  • Return an order
  • Find the right size
  • How to reset your password
  • Subscribe to our newsletter
  • Report a vulnerability

gift_cardGift Cards

  • Buy Gift Cards
  • About gift cards and vouchers
  • Redeem a Gift Card
  • Subscribe to newsletter

zalando_logo_outlinedAbout us

  • Visit our corporate site
  • Zalando careers
  • Newsroom
  • Investor Relations

truckOur partners

credit_cardOur payment methods

shopping_bag_fullOur promises

  • Free Delivery*
  • 30 days return policy
  • Free Returns

zalando_logo_outlinedOur services

  • Connected Retail
  • Marketing Services
  • Learn more
  • Tech Blog
  • Legal Notice
  • Terms & Conditions
  • Privacy Notice
  • Data preferences

Zalando Apps:

QR Code App Download

You can also find us on

  • x
  • facebook
  • instagram
  • pinterest