This is our *NEW* and improved hemp/cotton fabric - this fabric weight is in between our solid hemp fabric and the stripe hemp fabric. These soft, comfy knit shorts are made from 55% Hemp /45% Organic Cotton This fabric is super soft and drapey, for a relaxed fit. The hemp/cotton blend gives it a slightly textured surface - almost linen feel and they have been pre-shrunk. I recommend you wash them in cold and dry them on a low setting. They have an elastic waistband and flat elastic legband (n