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Active Cotton Unlined Short

Organic Cotton

Regular price $97.00
Regular price Sale price $97.00
Color: Gravel

Fit: True to size, designed for an athletic fit

Size: S
Inseam: 5.5"
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Features & details

Also available with Merino Liner.

Two open pockets and a secure zip pocket keep essentials close, cashmere-soft comfort, zero plastic, just performance redefined.

Built with a 100% GOTS organic cotton shell for unmatched comfort and performance.

Fabric & care

Spun from long-staple organic cotton, certified to GOTS standard from field to finished cloth. Unlined, so the fibre sits directly against the skin.

Wash cold, on a gentle cycle. Lay flat or hang to dry. Avoid the tumble dryer, and the cotton will soften with every wear.

Shipping, returns & exchanges

We ship worldwide, tracked. Complimentary on orders of two or more. Ninety-nine days to return or exchange, for any reason.

Fit & sizing

Fit: True to size, designed for an athletic fit

Small: 28-30"

Medium: 30-32"

Large: 34-36"

XL: 38-40"

XXL: 42-46"

Your Order Supports Farmers

Nero stands with farmers. While the big sportswear giants fuel plastic factories, we choose to work with those who raise sheep, grow cotton, and keep real fabrics alive.

Every order is a step toward a future where natural wins over synthetic, and where farmers, not oil companies, get supported.

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Designer Notes

  • Pure Organic Cotton

    One fabric, no compromises. 100% organic cotton, grown without synthetic pesticides, knitted without plastic blends. Soft from day one, better with every wash.

  • Breathes With You

    Natural fibres do what synthetics can't: move air, absorb moisture, and stay cool against skin. No clammy lining, no plastic feel, just cotton, the way shorts used to be made.

  • Storage Space

    A zip pocket holds your phone and keys. A 100% cotton drawcord finishes the waistband, no synthetic feel. Made to wear well past the workout.

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About Our Cotton

Grown in India, the world's largest producer of organic cotton, on farms worked without synthetic pesticides, synthetic fertilisers, or genetically modified seed.

GOTS certified from field to finished garment, the most rigorous organic textile standard in existence, governing not only fibre integrity but water use, labour practice, and chemical inputs at every stage.

Spun in long-staple qualities selected for softness, tensile strength, and longevity, the qualities that separate a garment built to last from one built to be replaced.

Knitted and finished in mills held to OEKO-TEX standards, free from harmful substances and bleached without chlorine.

Soft from the first wear, stronger with every wash. Cotton as it was meant to be, clean, traceable, and made to outlast the season.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size should I get?

Our shorts fit true to size. If you're between sizes, we recommend sizing up. Check our size guide for exact measurements.

How do I wash and take care of my Nero Shorts?

Cold wash, gentle cycle. Hang dry. No bleach, no tumble drying, keep it natural.

Can I work out in these?

Yes, they’re built for training, lounging, lifting, running, hiking and everything in between.

What is your return policy?

99 days. No questions asked, as long as the item doesn't have any signs of wear and in the original condition.

Where are the products made?

Our shorts are responsibly manufactured in certified ethical factories such as Turkey. Natural materials only, no shortcuts.