Description

Rick Owens Aircut Shorts

Black denim shorts, cropped short with a split running up the front center, not a full open zip but a gap that leaves the front notched at the hem. Diagonal zip curves across the left thigh, doesn’t sit straight, follows a curved line from the waist down toward the leg opening instead.

Patch pocket on the right, angled at the top corner rather than a plain square, adds a bit of asymmetry against the curved zip on the other side.

Zip Placement

That curved zip is really the standout feature, most shorts run zips straight or diagonal but this one arcs, following the shape of the hip and thigh rather than a straight line. Doesn’t look like it’s meant to open fully either, more of a design line than a functional opening based on how it’s positioned.

Curved zip detail, left thigh
Angled patch pocket, right side
Split front hem
Cropped, above-knee length
Black denim, worn wash

Denim Wash

Wash is uneven, lighter in spots where the denim’s naturally faded, darker in the creases and seams. Gives it that worn-in look rather than a flat, uniform black.

Pairs easy with a plain Rick Owens Shirt or tee since the shorts already carry enough visual detail on their own. For shoes, Rick Owens Boots or Rick Owens Doc Martens match the denim’s rougher edge better than sneakers would.