Like it or not, shorts season is here and it’s my job to prepare you. I really love short, probably because I’m from Louisiana and you have to wear them year-round there. And now that I’m back living in the South, shorts dominate my summer wardrobe again. Nowadays, there are many more shorts options to choose from besides the denim shorts and Soffe cheerleading shorts that my friends and I used to wear (you know the ones).
Through much trial and error over the years, I think I’ve cracked the code on what makes a great pair of shorts, and there are a few specific pairs that meet many of the criteria and are extremely popular because of it. I think now is the perfect time to put them on your radar as history shows that they will sell out before June arrives.
Scroll to shop the best shorts of the season.
Reformed Mason shorts
Reformation Mason shorts (especially linen) are the kind of sleek shorts your wardrobe needs. The length is perfect for any height and they come in a range of useful colours.
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Dark olive Mason linen shorts
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Black Mason shorts
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Mason linen shorts in oatmeal color
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Mason shorts in Poppyseed
Agolde Parker long shorts
I’m not a fan of super short denim shorts anymore, but I’m a bit short on bermuda shorts so this mid-length style is the perfect match. They’re very sleek for denim shorts and quite comfortable being made from 100% cotton.
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Parker cat-colored long shorts
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Parker Long Clean Organic Denim Shorts in Enamour
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Parker long shorts in Twister color
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Parker long shorts in powder
Aritzia shorts
Even though I love athletic shorts, I’m very picky about them. Aritzia’s (available in various lengths) are the best I’ve found. Take my advice and size up for the most comfortable fit.
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Perfect mini Hi-Rise fleece shorts in cozy black fleece
Aritzia
Mid-thigh shorts in modern warm dark brown fleece
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Perfect Hi-Rise Mini Fleece Shorts in Cozy Fleece in Heather Chrome
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Boyfriend Cozy Fleece Short Shorts in Tide Blue
Toteme silk PJ shorts
Another more chic laid-back style is Toteme’s silk PJ shorts. They’re perfect for vacation—just add a tank top and leather flip-flops.
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Black silk embroidered shorts
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Ivory embroidered silk shorts
Madewell Perfect classic fatigue shorts
I own these Madewell shorts in two colors, both of which I wear regularly on casual summer days. They have a bit of stretch so they’re even more comfortable than they look.
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The perfect classic shorts for Olive Desert fatigue
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The perfect classic anti-fatigue shorts in gray
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The perfect classic anti-fatigue shorts in dry straw
Levi’s 501 Mid-Thigh Shorts
If you like mid-thigh length denim shorts, these affordable Levi’s are one of your best options. But I’ll be quick because they’re almost sold out.
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Beautiful blue mid-thigh shorts 501
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Mid-thigh shorts 501 wash medium
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Levi’s 501 Mid-Thigh Shorts in Ojai Luxor Ultimate Shorts
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501 thigh-high denim shorts at Odeon
Hommegirls Cotton-Poplin Shorts
I don’t know if you’ve noticed, but cotton boxer shorts are a recent trend. Hommegirls makes a great elevated pair that doesn’t look like something you pulled from the bottom of your pajamas drawer.
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Light blue striped cotton-poplin shorts
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White boxer pants
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Classic striped boxer shorts
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70s Striped Cotton-Poplin Shorts
Loulou Studio Isu Denim Shorts
If you like long shorts, the ones I recommend are the Isu Shorts from Loulou Studio. They are simple, timeless and sophisticated.
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Isu high-waisted organic denim shorts in light blue
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Light blue washed organic cotton denim shorts
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Isu organic denim shorts in ivory
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Washed gray organic cotton denim shorts
