Summer is here, and it’s time to update your wardrobe with stylish and comfortable outfits perfect for the sunny days ahead. Shorts are a summer staple, offering the ideal combination of comfort and fashion.
Whether you’re planning a day at the beach, a casual outing with friends, or a chic evening event, these 45+ outfit ideas featuring shorts will keep you looking fresh and fabulous. From casual denim and breezy linen to tailored cuts and bold patterns, there’s a look here to suit every occasion and personal style.
Embrace the season with these trendy and versatile shorts outfits that are perfect for any summer adventure!
Outfits With Shorts To Wear This Summer
One of my favorite travel outfits is short coordinates! They look so fresh, cohesive, and very stylish. Plus, they’re very easy to style. Anything in black or white can definitely go with this outfit. I love how she added a feminine handbag to this ‘on-the-go’ chic look!
If all else fails, dress simply. Do not underestimate the powers of lounge shirts and a nice matching tee. Add a polished handbag and a cap and you’re ready to go. You can’t even see any sloppy edges here, despite the comfort wear!
Imagine living a romantic and independent life in the city of Paris, in the middle of summer! This is what I would wear with that aesthetic: a tucked-in button-down, denim shorts, and slip-on shoes. Add a rattan bag for a rustic look.
Rock that minimalist grunge look with washed black denim on denim! Pick out a black shirt, a black denim tuxedo, matching washed denim shorts, and ankle boots to recreate this edgy look. To finish off, add a couple of gold pieces of jewelry for a warm contrast.
There is definitely more than one way to style cut-out denim shorts with cropped tops. If you feel like a cropped top’s too casual, then pick one with collars. To give it a stylish twist, you can add a statement hat. This is something I would most probably wear on a vacation!
Bring the city shorts to the beach! Look how she styled these white trouser shorts with an “unbuttoned button down”. The minimal show of a bikini also adds up to this chic French look. Perfect for picnics too!
Keep it relaxed and laid back with an untucked button-down, cut-out denim shorts, and white sporty sneakers. To give it a little oomph, you might want to add big hoops or statement sunglasses. Almost always, this completes the whole laid-back but not sloppy look.
Summer can be a tough time to layer pieces. Add depth and character to your outfit while keeping cool with a cropped vest and matching linen shorts. Maintain the cool by wearing white or light neutral colors underneath.
Strike that classy bohemian look with a tube top, a black kimono top, shorts, and white knee-high boots. Add a couple of layered pieces of jewelry to finish off the look. If you’re going out you can add a nice hat for a final touch.
Ever heard of ‘boxer type’ lounge shorts? Look how this one blends well with this white button-down. The neutral off-white bikini also features the natural and organic vibe of the whole outfit. A rattan bag or a colored woven bag would stand out in this!
Emulate Princess Diana’s classic biker look with a neutral sweater, vans shoes, and vibrant-colored footwear. Add in some rings and statement hoop earrings to give this look a personal touch. The comfort this outfit brings makes it an ideal fit for the airport!
Styling drawstring shorts are really just simple. A simple fitted halter top, a nice statement bag, and pretty sunglasses – that’s all you need to come up with a laid-back and chic travel outfit.
Here’s another coordinating outfit for the summer! Unlike the tucked version, these coordinates make a ‘pajama’ look that’s perfect for sipping mimosas at the beach or riding around the island. The airy feel of the fabric looks summer-y as well!
If the the fitted, halter top is not for you, then you can settle perfectly with a good quality white t-shirt. To lift this outfit a bit, you can add a couple of layered jewelry and rings to finish off.
Nothing beats a halter top and button-down combo! If you’re going for a laid-back but polished look, a button-down or a long-sleeved blazer can polish off your look. When I wear a similar fit, I usually wear the button-down as a cover-up and take it off as soon as I arrive at my destination.
Feel like a modern princess by wearing a Victorian-inspired cropped blouse with a pair of white shorts. A bandanna looks like a chic addition too! Overall, this fit is giving ‘eat pray love’ vibes. Beautiful!
If you want to emphasize your waist with shorts, choose shorts that emulate an A-line silhouette and go down to the knees. This outfit usually favors women with inverted triangle body shapes. To minimize the volume of your lower body, you can opt for more dainty footwear.
Flaunt your thick thighs by wearing cut-out shorts in this length! I love how this blends well with the untucked button-down! If you’re going to the beach, a natural woven bag like this can give your look an organic touch.
Here’s a great example of a dainty silhouette with boyfriend shorts. To copy this look, pair these shorts with a fitted top and open-toed heels. A belt is a great way to add an accent to your outfit as well.
During the warmest months, it may sometimes not make sense to wear anything longer than three-fourths. On those days, this ensemble is the most ideal. A tube top, linen drawstring shorts, and a short-sleeved button-down.
When in doubt, wear black! If colored shorts intimidate you, all you have to do is pair them with a black top. It’s seamless and it allows your shorts to stand out.
A light blue button-down is as classic as a white one. Look how this one pairs gorgeously with washed denim shorts. I love how her skin tanned beautifully with this cool outfit!
Dressing with shorts is actually quite simple. Here’s a sleeveless top with olive green shorts and walking sandals. So chic and relaxed!
If you want a cool flair to your outfit, just put on a button-down/cover up over your usual all-black fit.
Aiming for a dressy look? Here’s how you style paperbag shorts.
Drawstring shorts are not just for the home. Look how this blazer upscaled this look with drawstring shorts!
Feminine and fresh. These bleached denim shorts look absolutely gorgeous with this dressy white top!
Wearing paperbag shorts with a button-down shirt can make it look like a jumpsuit because of the belt detail. Pairing them together actually looks brilliant!