Women's shorts and skorts

NORDBLANC women’s shorts – lightweight outdoor shorts for summer hikes, durable ones in DOUBLE WEAVE, padded cycling shorts, running shorts and casual shorts. Most have DRYFOR technical fibre and dry quickly.

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What you'll find in this category

Outdoor shorts – NORDBLANC women’s outdoor shorts for hiking and summer trips: lightweight and ultralight shorts in a stretchy, quick-drying fabric with DRYFOR fibre, short and 3/4-length, durable DOUBLE WEAVE shorts and running shorts.
Casual shorts – NORDBLANC women’s casual shorts for summer, the city and the water: light, quick-drying 3/4-length shorts, everyday-look DOUBLE WEAVE shorts, cotton sweat shorts and beach shorts.
Cycling shorts – NORDBLANC women’s above-the-knee cycling shorts – close-fitting and quick-drying, with an anatomically shaped chamois pad, flat seams, anti-slip leg hems and reflective details. With or without bib straps.

How to choose women’s shorts for your activity

Most NORDBLANC women’s shorts are made of a light, stretchy fabric with DRYFOR technical fibre, which wicks sweat and helps the fabric dry quickly. The models differ mainly in length, waist and features. Choose according to whether you’re heading out on a hike, a bike ride or a run, or just into town and to the water.

For hiking and the mountains

For hiking, there are outdoor shorts. You’ll hardly feel the lightweight and ultralight models, they dry quickly, and many have an elastic waist. For multi-day treks and the mountains, take DOUBLE WEAVE shorts: the double-woven fabric is sturdier, stretches and doesn’t let gusty wind through easily. Most of these models have a zip pocket, and some also an adjustable belt.

If you prefer a skirt, choose an outdoor skort: it has built-in shorts and is made of the same light fabric with DRYFOR technical fibre.

For cycling

Cycling shorts fit close to the body, have a classic above-the-knee length and an anatomically shaped chamois pad that protects your seat from pressure points. Flat seams chafe less, an anti-slip silicone gripper keeps the legs in place, and the reflective details on the thighs are visible even at dusk. You can choose shorts with mesh bib straps or without.

For running and exercise

For running, there are ultralight stretch shorts with DRYFOR fibre. You tighten the elastic waist with a drawcord, the reflective details make you more visible on morning and evening runs, and you can stash your keys in the zipped back pocket.

For the city, the water and days off

Casual shorts are comfortable for every day. You can choose light, quick-drying 3/4-length shorts, DOUBLE WEAVE shorts that combine the comfort of outdoor trousers with an everyday look, loose-fitting cotton sweat shorts and beach shorts to wear over your swimwear.

What to look for in women’s shorts

Length – short shorts are the airiest. Longer 3/4-length shorts cover more of your legs, and you’ll find them among both the outdoor and casual models. Cycling shorts have a classic above-the-knee length.
Material – most shorts are made of polyester, which absorbs little and dries quickly; the stretchier models contain added elastane. Cotton shorts are soft for days off, but less suited to sport because they absorb moisture.
DRYFOR – a technical fibre that stops the fabric staying wet after you sweat: it carries sweat to the outside, where it evaporates quickly. The vast majority of NORDBLANC women’s shorts have it.
DOUBLE WEAVE – a light, double-woven fabric that is strong, stretchy and resistant to gusty wind. The more durable outdoor shorts and the everyday-look casual shorts are made of it.
Waist – an elastic waist is comfortable all day, an adjustable belt lets you tighten it precisely, and the running shorts have a drawcord.
Size – sizes are numbered from 34 to 44, and some models also come in 46 and 48. For most models, a chart with a diagram on the product page shows the measurements of the shorts.

How to care for shorts

Wash technical shorts according to the care label at a low temperature with a detergent for sportswear; leave out fabric softener so that the DRYFOR fibre keeps wicking sweat. Laid out flat, they dry quickly even without a radiator. Wash cycling shorts inside out after every ride and don’t tumble-dry them – high temperatures damage the elastane and the pad.

Technologies and materials

DRYFOR®

A functional fiber that excellently absorbs body moisture and wicks away sweat. Thanks to the micro-grooves on its surface, moisture is efficiently carried to the outer side of the fabric where it evaporates quickly, keeping your skin dry and comfortable. This property allows the material to provide perfect body temperature regulation.

DOUBLE WEAVE

Lightweight, durable material that is specifically double-woven. Its main advantage is high strength, durability and elasticity. Provides excellent resistance to windchills. Of course, it is highly breathable and has quick drying DRYFOR finish and UV protection.

Frequently asked questions

What women’s shorts should I wear for hiking and the mountains?

For hiking, there are outdoor shorts in a light, stretchy, quick-drying fabric with DRYFOR technical fibre – they don’t hold you back and dry quickly after rain or sweating. For multi-day treks and the mountains, shorts in DOUBLE WEAVE are worth it, as the double-woven fabric is sturdier and better at resisting gusty wind. If you want your legs more covered, choose 3/4-length shorts; if you prefer a skirt, go for a skort with built-in shorts.

Do NORDBLANC women’s cycling shorts protect against saddle soreness?

Yes, all NORDBLANC women’s cycling shorts have an anatomically shaped chamois pad that protects your seat from pressure points even on longer rides. Padded shorts are worn directly on the skin, without underwear. They also have flat seams, an anti-slip silicone gripper at the leg ends and reflective details; you can choose a model with mesh bib straps or one without.

What length of women’s shorts should I choose?

Short shorts are the airiest and suit running, the water and very hot weather. Longer 3/4-length shorts cover more of your legs, so you’ll appreciate them on hikes through grass and undergrowth and for everyday wear; you’ll find them among both the outdoor and casual models. Cycling shorts have a classic above-the-knee length. For most models, the size chart on the product page gives the exact measurements.

Women’s shorts in technical fabric or cotton?

For hiking, sport and hot days, technical shorts in polyester or nylon are better: they wick sweat and dry quickly, and most NORDBLANC women’s shorts also have DRYFOR technical fibre. Cotton fabric is soft, but once you’ve sweated it stays damp for a long time. So choose cotton shorts for days off, lounging at home or over your swimwear by the water.