PSA: Long Denim Shorts Are A Surprisingly Sophisticated Look

(Shopping) The staple you didn’t know you needed. by Alison Syrett Updated: Feb. 20, 2024 Originally Published: July 11, 2022 @lucaspossiede for @tamumcpherson

Micro jean cut-offs may have an edgy “I’m with the band attitude,” but if you want to look cool and chic? Nothing beats a pair of long denim shorts. Ahead, 12 perfect options you can dress up and down throughout the summer heat. @laurencaruso_

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Nili Lotan Julie Trouser Short $350 $175 With the help of subtle pleats, this faded design looks so elegant with a blouse and fisherman sandals . See On Nordstrom

Gucci Eco Wash Denim Shorts $1,200 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. See On Gucci

Raey Denim Board Shorts $135 Denim shorts, but make it French Girl! With a Breton stripe shirt and ballet flats, this style exudes peak Parisian energy. See On Matchesfashion

Khaite The Nina Short $380 If you’ve fully jumped on the relaxed, wide-leg jean bandwagon, this hot weather-friendly option’s for you. See On Khaite

Closed A Better Blue Bermuda $245 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). See On Closed

Max Mara Gabry Denim Shorts $465 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. See On Mytheresa

Stella McCartney Tie-Dyed Denim Shorts $625 $375 Not a party dress person? This striking piece would look just as festive with a skimpy Y2K-esque top and and chunky platform sandals. See On Moda Operandi

The Frankie Shop Joss Denim Shorts $88 Calling all Canadian tuxedo fans: These relaxed jorts will take every chambray top in your closet to another level. See On The Frankie Shop

Frame Le Italian Bermuda Shorts $288 Order these if you want a vintage-perfect look — but don’t have the extra time it takes to sift through secondhand racks. See On Saks Fifth Avenue

Still Here Moss Cut Offs $265 These hand-painted stripes on this style turn the understated basic into a conversation-starter. See On Still Here

Coach Skater Jean Shorts $295 $148 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. See On Coach

Good American Good Icon Short $110 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. See On Good American

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