Fristads Work Shorts

Explore the Fristads Work Shorts Collection

Fristads work shorts are built for tradespeople who need durability and practicality during warmer months or indoor jobs. With designs inspired by their full-length work trousers, these shorts offer the same smart pocket layouts, rugged fabrics, and certified options — in a cooler, more breathable format. Whether you’re a carpenter, technician, or site manager, Fristads has shorts that combine comfort and function without compromise.

Craftsmen Shorts

These are the summer-ready version of Fristads' iconic craftsman trousers. Designed for trades like carpentry and electrical work, craftsman shorts typically feature hanging holster pockets (often tuckable or detachable), spacious thigh and side pockets, hammer loops, ruler compartments, and tool holders — all condensed into a compact design that ends above the knee. Built from heavy-duty cotton or polycotton, models like the 2567 Craftsman Shorts mirror their trouser counterparts and often include Cordura® reinforcements in high-wear areas. They’re the go-to option for workers who want to stay cool without losing tool-carrying capacity.

Stretch Shorts

Fristads stretch work shorts offer enhanced mobility and all-day comfort, especially in hot weather. Many models use full 4-way stretch fabric for unrestricted movement, while others blend rigid materials with stretch zones in key areas like the seat or crotch. These shorts are ideal for dynamic tasks that require bending, climbing, or driving. Despite their flexibility, they don’t skimp on function — you’ll still find reinforced pockets, durable stitching, and in some cases, kneepad-compatible 3/4-length variants that provide added leg coverage.

High-Visibility Shorts

For professionals who need to stay seen in low-light or high-traffic areas, Fristads offers high-visibility shorts certified to EN ISO 20471 (typically Class 1). Available in fluorescent yellow or orange with reflective striping, these shorts ensure visibility while keeping you cool on hot days. Designed for roadwork, rail, and utility roles, they often include features like dirt-concealing dark fabric on high-contact areas and segmented reflective tape for added comfort and flexibility.

Service and Profile Shorts

Fristads service or profile shorts blend a professional appearance with practical utility, making them ideal for technicians, service personnel, and transport staff. These shorts typically have a cleaner look — no hanging pockets — and often include a flat cargo pocket, phone pocket, or pen slots. They’re crafted from lightweight, breathable materials like ripstop or polycotton and are frequently used in uniformed roles where company branding is important. Slimmer fits and subtle colours complete the smart, functional design.

“Pirate” Shorts / 3/4 Trousers

Also known as 3/4 trousers, these garments extend below the knee and offer a hybrid between shorts and full-length work pants. Designed to keep your calves cooler while still protecting your knees, many models include kneepad pockets and reinforced fabric at stress points. Popular in construction and outdoor trades, Fristads 3/4 shorts deliver the balance between freedom of movement, durability, and safety — perfect for summer work that still demands PPE compliance.

Fristads Work Shorts Delivered Worldwide

At Workwear Gurus, we deliver the best Fristads Work Shorts to a wide variety of locations across the UK, US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, South Africa, Singapore, India, and the UAE. In fact, we send them Europe-wide and across most of the globe.
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