PSA: Long Denim Shorts Are A Surprisingly Sophisticated Look

With the help of subtle pleats, this faded design looks so elegant with a blouse and fisherman sandals.

Fancy jorts: sounds questionable, but looks amazing when Gucci does it. Reach for these babies when you need something to make an old white T-shirt look special.

Denim shorts, but make it French Girl! With a Breton stripe shirt and ballet flats, this style exudes peak Parisian energy.

If you’ve fully jumped on the relaxed, wide-leg jean bandwagon, this hot weather-friendly option’s for you.

With its higher rise and streamlined cut, this silhouette feels polished enough for a bit of a heel (although it also looks fantastic with gladiator flats).

With just the right fit and timeless shade of blue, this goes-with-anything pair is just the thing to pack when you have limited suitcase space.

Not a party dress person? This striking piece would look just as festive with a skimpy Y2K-esque top and and chunky platform sandals.

Calling all Canadian tuxedo fans: These relaxed jorts will take every chambray top in your closet to another level.

Order these if you want a vintage-perfect look — but don’t have the extra time it takes to sift through secondhand racks.

These hand-painted stripes on this style turn the understated basic into a conversation-starter.

Use this skater boy-inspired cut to give all your otherwise classic tops — I love the idea of cable knits and crisp poplin button-downs — some edge.

Grab these artfully frayed beauties if you need something a little more refined on the weekends — but still want the kick around feeling of threadbare cut-offs.