Welcome to our US store! Free delivery on all order overs $500.
Universal Works

Shop by style:

A pair of navy blue paper touch cotton vacation shorts is shown laid flat against a solid white background. The shorts feature an elasticated waistband with a tonal drawstring and a relaxed, wide-leg cut.
A male model is wearing the Navy Paper Touch Cotton Vacation Short against a plain white background. The image shows the shorts from the waist down, highlighting the crisp, navy blue fabric, side pockets, and a relaxed fit. The model is standing straight and is also wearing navy blue shoes.
A model is wearing the Navy Paper Touch Cotton Vacation Short against a plain white background. The image, taken from a side-rear perspective, showcases the dark navy shorts with a relaxed fit and a single rear patch pocket. The model is standing and pairing the shorts with navy blue shoes. No mannequin is present in the image.
A close-up fabric swatch of the Navy Paper Touch Cotton Vacation Short displays the smooth and crisp texture of the navy blue paper-touch cotton fabric. The image focuses on the fine weave and consistent color of the material.
The back of the Navy Paper Touch Cotton Vacation Short is displayed flat against a plain white background. The image highlights the elasticated waistband and two rear pockets, one being a patch pocket with a button closure.
A pair of Navy Paper Touch Cotton Vacation Shorts is shown from the back, laid flat against a solid white background. The image highlights the two rear patch pockets and the elasticated waistband.
A pair of navy paper touch cotton vacation shorts is shown from a rear perspective, laid flat against a plain white background. The image highlights the two rear patch pockets and the elasticated waistband of the dark blue garment.

Navy Paper Touch Cotton Vacation Short

$198.00

Size

Size
Fit
Model is 6’0" with a 37" chest and a 30.5" waist, wearing a size ‘Large' top and size ’32' bottoms.
We offer free shipping on all orders over $500.

Designed for effortless summer wear, the Vacation short has a relaxed, oversized fit with a longer length and a drawstring waist.

  • Relaxed, knee-length fit.
  • Drawstring waist.
  • Side seam pockets.
  • Product code: P34004

100% Cotton.

Wash at 30 degrees. Do not bleach. Do not tumble dry. Warm iron. Do not dry clean.

Free shipping on orders over $500.

Standard Shipping - 3-4 working days from dispatch - $10 (plus tax).

Express Shipping - 2-3 Working days from dispatch - $30 (plus tax). (Not available during sale periods).

Orders are typically shipped via FedEx, and import duties are reduced by 20% on all US orders.

Free standard shipping on orders over £50.

Standard Shipping 2-3 working days from dispatch - £3.95.

Express Delivery - 1-2 working days from dispatch - £10. (Not available during sale periods).

DPD Pickup: Collection - £2.95 Standard fee. Free Delivery over £50.

Harper 'Try before you buy'. - Greater London only. £20 flat fee, all orders.

Right to withdrawl orders, please click Right To Withdraw in the footer.

Free shipping on orders over €100.

Standard Shipping - DDP Service (import tariffs & duties paid) - 3-5 working days from dispatch - €10 (plus tax).

Express Shipping - DDP Service (import tariffs & duties paid) - 2-3 working days from dispatch - €25 (plus tax). (not available during sale periods)

Orders are typically shipped via FedEx.

Free shipping on orders over €300 - DDP service (delivery & duties paid).

Standard Shipping - DDP Service (import tariffs & duties paid) - 3-5 Working days from dispatch - €7.50 (plus tax).

Express Shipping- DDP Service (import tariffs & duties paid) - 2-3 Working days from dispatch - €25 (plus tax). (Not available during sale periods).

Right to withdrawl orders, please click Right To Withdraw in the footer.

Free shipping on orders over £200 - DDP service (delivery & duties paid).

Standard Shipping - DDP Service (import tariffs & duties paid) - 3-5 Working days from dispatch - £15 (plus tax).

Express Shipping - DDP Service (import tariffs & duties paid) - 2-3 Working days from dispatch - £25 (plus tax). (not available during sale periods).

Right to withdrawl orders, please click Right To Withdraw in the footer.

Free shipping on orders over $400CAD.

Standard Shipping - 3-5 Working days from dispatch - $35 (plus tax).

Express Shipping - 2-3 Working days from dispatch - $45 (plus tax). (not available during sale periods).

Orders are typically shipped via FedEx.

Free shipping on orders over $450AUD.

Standard Shipping - 5-7 Working days from dispatch - $30 (plus tax).

Orders are typically shipped via FedEx.

Free shipping on orders over £350.

Courier Service - 5-7 Working days from dispatch £25 (plus tax).

Orders are typically shipped via FedEx.

The return cost to the USA is £15.

Returns are free for all UK customers.

The return cost to Ireland is £20.

The return cost to the European Union is £20.

The return cost to the European Union (Without Euro) is £20.

The return cost to Canada is £20.

The return cost to Australia is £30.

The return cost to the rest of the world is £30.

We are confident you will love your new UW, but in the event you are unhappy with your purchase and you need to return your order for a refund or an exchange, we are happy to help. For our full returns policy, please visit our 'Returns' page here.

FAQs

You can pay by debit or credit card, Amex, ApplePay, Shop Pay, Paypal or by Klarna.

This service is a flat £10. On top of any items you keep.

Yes as long as your order has not been despatched. Please contact our customer service team at web@universalworks.com. Or call us on 0115 9249363.

You can buy a digital gift card here. They can be used on our website or in our retail stores. Please bear in mind that gift cards are only available to UK customers at present and expire 2 years from the purchased date.

You can find a list of all official UW stockists on the website here.

We only have sizes which are available on the website. That includes all the stock held in our stores.

You can subscribe to our newsletter if you go to the front page of our website and scroll down to the bottom where you will find a link to sign up.

At the bottom of each newsletter, you will find an unsubscribe link. Please click on that and follow the instructions.

Want help? Read our
A close-up fabric swatch of the Navy Paper Touch Cotton Vacation Short displays the smooth and crisp texture of the navy blue paper-touch cotton fabric. The image focuses on the fine weave and consistent color of the material.

Paper Touch Cotton

A lightweight cotton with a crisp, paper‑touch handle. Dry to the hand with good structure, it holds its shape well while remaining breathable and easy to wear.
  • Fabric Composition: 100% Cotton.

The Journal

Sign up to our newsletter.

To learn more about us, take a look behind the scenes, and be the first to know about collabs and launches, subscribe to our newsletter here.