Levi's
Loose Denim 468 Short
The Loose Denim 468 Short is a pair of loose-fit, above-the-knee denim shorts from Levi's at Le 31, crafted from 100% cotton denim in a dark indigo wash. It features a classic 5-pocket design with contrast topstitching, belt loops, a coin pocket, and rear patch pockets with arcuate stitching, along with a leather waistband patch and red tab. Designed for casual wear, these shorts offer a relaxed, roomy silhouette through the thigh and a straight leg opening.
- Material
- 100% cotton denim
- Style
- casual, relaxed-fit
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shorts
Color
Size
Specifications
Loose fit denim short with 5-pocket design, hitting above the knee.
Loose fit, above-the-knee length, classic 5-pocket design, crafted from 100% cotton denim.
- Material
- 100% cotton denim
- Style
- casual, relaxed-fit
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shorts
Additional Attributes
- Loose fit
- Hits above the knee
- 5-pocket design
- 100% cotton denim
Product Insights
The Levi's Loose Denim 468 Short offers a loose cut that prevents pinching on muscular builds and drapes intentionally on slim builds, with a baggy thigh and wide leg accommodating oversized tops and athletic thighs. Rigid 100% cotton denim develops sharp crease lines and high-contrast fades through wear and controlled washing, though early indigo rub-off onto light surfaces is reduced by a damp cloth wipe or vinegar soak. The preshrunk denim minimally shrinks permanently; each wash temporarily tightens the fit, which re-stretches within an hour. The 9-inch inseam hits above the knee and can be rolled roughly 1 inch shorter, pairing well with low-tops or loafers. Dark indigo serves as a neutral staple, while Baby Blue enables tonal looks with white sneakers. A belt and tucked shirt define the waist, and the wide leg anchors oversized tops. The generous cut prevents thigh bag-out distortion as the denim softens, maintaining proportions.
Verified claims
- Fit for builds
- Loose cut prevents pinching on muscular builds and drapes intentionally on slim builds.
- Care
- Preshrunk denim does not shrink in normal washing; each wash temporarily tightens the fit, re-stretching within an hour.
- Inseam
- The 9-inch inseam hits above the knee; rolling the hem shortens it roughly 1 inch.
- Indigo aging
- Early indigo rub-off gives way to high-contrast fade lines and personal creasing.
- Crocking
- Indigo crocking onto light surfaces during break-in is reduced by a damp cloth wipe or vinegar soak.
- Fading behavior
- Rigid cotton denim produces sharp whiskers and honeycombs with wear and controlled washing.
- Denim character
- Rigid denim develops sharp crease lines and contrasts with lightweight fabrics.
- Waist and tops
- Belt and tucked shirt define waist; wide leg anchors oversized tops.
- Color and footwear
- Dark indigo works as neutral; Baby Blue for tonal looks with white sneakers; 9-inch inseam pairs with low-tops or loafers.
- Color styling
- Dark indigo: neutral staple; baby blue: trend-driven tonal.
- Wear-in
- 100% cotton denim: initial dye transfer, then high-contrast fades.
- Silhouette
- Baggy thigh and wide leg accommodate oversized tops and athletic thighs.
- Wash stability
- Minimal permanent shrinkage; temporary wash shortening re-stretches with wear.
- Shape retention
- Generous cut prevents thigh bag-out distortion; proportions stay as denim softens.
Product record
- Title
- Loose Denim 468 Short
- Brand
- Levi's
- Price
- 78 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Loose-fitting dark indigo denim shorts with visible five-pocket style front, topstitching, and knee-length hem worn by a model facing forward with hands in pockets.
- SilhouetteLoose, straight-leg denim shorts that fall to just above the knees with a relaxed, roomy cut through the thigh.
1 region
x 0.21 · y 0.36 · w 0.58 · h 0.30 (high) - Waistband and flyMid-to-high waistband with a central fly visible by a vertical seam line; waistband sits at the model's natural waist.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.33 · w 0.34 · h 0.10 (high) - Front pocketsSlanted front pocket openings with the model's hands inserted, creating visible pocket openings at each hip.
2 regions
x 0.24 · y 0.40 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.40 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high) - Denim textureEven dark indigo denim fabric with a uniform, slightly rigid appearance and minimal visible fading or distressing.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.37 · w 0.40 · h 0.24 (high) - Hem finishClean finished hem with a single visible stitched line running around each leg opening.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.61 · w 0.40 · h 0.05 (high) - TopstitchingContrasting topstitching in a lighter, warm tone visible along the fly, pockets, and hem seams.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.33 · w 0.20 · h 0.28 (high)
Other
Studio lifestyle shot of a model against a plain white wall with soft directional lighting from the left producing a faint shadow to the right; model stands full length with hands in pockets, wearing a striped long-sleeve top, white socks, and black loafers.
- Shot compositionFull-body vertical studio shot centered on the model with a plain white background and visible floor junction.
- Model poseModel stands facing slightly toward the camera with hands in front pockets and weight shifted onto one leg.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.05 · w 0.60 · h 0.90 (medium) - Lighting and shadowSoft, even lighting from the left producing a faint shadow of the model on the wall to the right.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.02 · w 0.30 · h 0.60 (medium) - Additional visible garmentsModel wears a long-sleeve striped polo shirt, white ribbed crew socks, and black leather loafers; these garments are visible but are not the photographed product.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.06 · w 0.64 · h 0.90 (high)
Colors
dark indigo· denim fabric#2B253Agolden brown· topstitching- SilhouetteLoose, straight-leg denim shorts that fall to just above the knees with a relaxed, roomy cut through the thigh.
- 02
Product
Front view of loose-fit dark indigo denim shorts showing front pockets, waistband with belt loops, visible front fly stitching, and straight hem above the knee on a model.
- Silhouette and fitLoose, straight-cut denim shorts falling to just above the model's knees with a relaxed leg opening.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.36 (high) - Material appearanceMedium-weight denim fabric with a dark indigo wash and subtle vertical weave texture visible across the surface.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.14 · w 0.60 · h 0.30 (high) - Pocket configurationTwo slanted front pockets visible, with pocket openings reinforced by topstitching; a small coin pocket partially visible at the right front pocket area.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.12 · w 0.46 · h 0.14 (high) - Waistband detailsWaistband with multiple belt loops and visible center front seam and fly stitching.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.10 · w 0.44 · h 0.08 (high) - Topstitching colorContrasting golden-yellow topstitching along pockets, fly, waistband, and hem.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.12 · w 0.52 · h 0.28 (high) - Hem constructionStraight folded hem with visible double topstitch line at the leg openings.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.34 · w 0.52 · h 0.06 (high) - Metal hardwareSmall round metal rivet visible at the right front pocket corner with a copper-like tone.
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.13 · w 0.03 · h 0.03 (medium)
Other
Model wearing the shorts; plain light neutral studio background, even soft lighting, visible shoes and socks as styling props, image cropped at the waist and mid-calf.
- Model styling propsModel wears white ribbed crew socks and black leather penny loafers visible below the shorts; these items are props and not part of the product.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.62 · w 0.76 · h 0.32 (high) - Background and lightingNeutral, lightly textured off-white studio background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Crop and framingImage cropped through the waist at the top and mid-calf at the bottom; hands partially inserted in pockets are visible at the upper edge.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (low)
Colors
dark indigo· denim fabric#1E1B29golden yellow· topstitchingcopper metallic· pocket rivet- Silhouette and fitLoose, straight-cut denim shorts falling to just above the model's knees with a relaxed leg opening.
- 03
Product
Rear view of loose-fit dark indigo denim shorts on a model; visible rear yoke, two patch pockets with arcuate stitching, waistband with a tan leather patch and a small red fabric tab at the right back pocket.
- Overall silhouetteLoose, knee-length denim shorts shown from the rear on a standing model; straight hem that falls above the knee and a relaxed, roomy leg opening.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.66 (high) - Rear pocketsTwo large square patch pockets on the back with double-row contrast stitching and a curved arcuate stitch motif on each pocket.
1 region
x 0.27 · y 0.18 · w 0.46 · h 0.34 (high) - Pocket tabSmall vertical red fabric tab sewn into the right edge of the right back pocket; printed characters on the tab are too small to read at this resolution.Partial
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.24 · w 0.02 · h 0.04 (medium) - Waistband patchRectangular tan leather patch sewn to the back of the waistband centered above the right pocket area; printed details on the patch are not legible in this image.Partial
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.08 · w 0.16 · h 0.06 (medium) - Denim texture and finishDark indigo rigid-looking denim with minimal visible fading or distressing; fabric shows fine vertical weave texture consistent with denim.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.52 (high) - Hem and stitchingVisible single-fold hem with contrast yellow-gold topstitching along hem and pocket edges.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.60 · w 0.60 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio rear-quarter shot on a model against a light neutral background showing footwear and lower legs; even studio lighting with soft shadows.
- Shot compositionRear-quarter studio photograph of a model from midback down to shoes, centering the shorts; model stands with weight shifted slightly to one side.
- Background and surfacePlain light gray to off-white seamless background and floor with no visible props or packaging.
- Visible apparel and propsModel wears white ribbed crew socks and black leather loafers; a striped long-sleeve top is partially visible at the waistband.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.00 · w 0.60 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.16 · y 0.72 · w 0.70 · h 0.24 (high) - Lighting and shadowsEven, diffuse studio lighting with soft shadows under the shoes and slight specular highlights on the loafers.
Colors
dark indigo· denim bodygolden yellow· contrast stitchingtan leather· waistband patchsignal red· pocket tab- Overall silhouetteLoose, knee-length denim shorts shown from the rear on a standing model; straight hem that falls above the knee and a relaxed, roomy leg opening.