Caldwell Straight-Leg Cotton and Linen-Blend Chambray Shorts
RRL's shorts release enters Vinchy's AI lab for a closer look at fabrication, fit, and care notes.
Tagged at $295, quality lands at 60/100, comfort at 90/100, and sustainability at Not Available for discerning shoppers.
- Brand · RRL
- Category · Shorts
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Quality Analysis 60/100
These RRL shorts, crafted from a lightweight cotton and linen-blend chambray, are designed for comfort rather than rugged durability. The fabric's airy nature suggests it's not built for heavy abrasion, making them ideal for relaxed wear.
Comfort Assessment 90/100
These shorts prioritize comfort with their airy, lightweight cotton and linen-blend chambray fabric, perfect for warm days. The elasticated drawstring waistband and adjustable hems offer a customizable fit, enhancing overall wearability.
Sustainability Impact Not Available
This garment lacks specific sustainability indicators within the provided text, making it impossible to assess its environmental or ethical footprint. Therefore, a default score is applied.
Measurement breakdown
Measurements across available sizes.
| Size | Waist | Leg Opening | Rise | Inside Leg | Outside Leg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK/US 38 | 98 cm | 72 cm | 36 cm | 13 cm | 47 cm |
| UK/US 32 | |||||
| UK/US 34 | |||||
| UK/US 30 | |||||
| UK/US 36 | |||||
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Garment details
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Editor's Notes: Comfort comes first on Ralph Lauren's Colorado ranch, the main source of inspiration behind RRL's collections. These 'Caldwell' shorts are cut straight from airy, lightweight cotton and linen-blend chambray and fitted with an elasticated drawstring waistband. They're topped with utility-inspired patch pockets and have adjustable hems too.
Size & Fit: Model wears a size larger to achieve a looser fit Relaxed-straight leg, low-crotch style Drawstring at the waist Lightweight, non-stretchy fabric Model is shown wearing a 32 Model measures: waist size 30, height 6'1"/ 185cm View size guide
Details & Care: Blue cotton and linen-blend chambray Button fastenings 90% cotton, 10% linen
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