Cotton shorts are mandatory for me... can't take the synthetic gym shorts. These Soffe cotton shorts are excellent quality. They fit well. Elastic in the waist will last.  The inside of the waistband won't chafe once you wash them a few times.

Get 'em. Highly recommended for quality and price. Excellent value.

But the Oxford color which is actually Grey color, shrinks about 20% more than the Black.  As another reviewer noted, these are a different fabric. The medium size Oxford I ordered shrunk down to where I cannot even wear them.

Jerzees brand at Target was my alltime favorite for comfortable cotton shorts for workouts and lounging around. Unfortunately, they have improved them and the Medium size I wear, nows shrink down to a small after washing even in cold water. Get the Jerzees Large size and it is too large even after washing.