Beat the Heat!
No matter what kind of summer you’ll be having, from Coastal Grandma Summer to Hot City Girl Summer to Country Rodeo Girl Summer – it’s time to put away the pants and don this summer’s coolest shorts. Whether you’re heading out for breezy beach days or backyard barbecues, these are the shorts everyone (including our editors!) is wearing this season.
1. Bermuda Shorts: Last summer we saw short hems rise and elongate. From longline denim (or jorts, as they are lovingly referred), we take it a step further this season with a tailored twist. Celebs like Hailey Bieber and Gwyneth Paltrow have already approved of the Bermuda trend. Try it in a classic-for-summer white and pair with a black tank for an effortless outfit. Or go for a pop of color in summer’s trending butter yellow or sky blue. We especially love adding accessories like a baseball cap or tall boots a lá Bella Hadid to balance out any frame.
2. Cargo Shorts: The utility-inspired trend continues to gain popularity this summer. Cargo shorts, with their multiple pockets and practical design, are perfect for a day out in the city or on the trails. Go for classic khaki or a deep chocolate for a casual, utilitarian vibe and pair with the summer’s also trending tiny tops. We also like to pair them with a graphic tee and some sneakers like these tennis-inspired Gola’s for an edgier feel.
3. Pajama Shorts: Boxers or briefs? Either way you’ll be on trend this season in sleepwear inspired shorts, from linen blend chambray like these from JCrew to stripes to silky florals, we love this laidback trend we are seeing all over Pinterest. Try with a crewneck sweatshirt and sneakers for a casual vibe or pair with a button-down in a summery color and layer a leather cigarette bag for ultimate cool girl vibes.
4. Pleated Shorts: Embrace the 80s with the comeback-kid of shorts. The pleats lend an air of classic prep-school style while the cinched waistline creates a flattering silhouette. We’re big fans of the white denim pleated style with a fitted high-neck top and leather sandals for a chic Coastal Grandmother (or Granddaughter) look.
5. Micro Shorts: The shorter the better with these 70s-inspired hot pant lookalikes. Celebs everywhere from the Hadid sisters to Sidney Sweeney to Kristen Stewart have embraced the short shorts as a statement of empowerment and feminism, while staying cool and looking stylish. Go for the Challengers-inspired sporty dolphin short or try it in trending hot pink for a night on the town.
Donna + Donna 