The Sophisticated Shorts to Elevate Your Summer Wardrobe

These loose-fitting yet still tailored army green shorts hit at an entirely work-appropriate length just above the knee, with a slightly flared hem.

Add a creamsicle touch to your summer wardrobe in these polished belted shorts.

You can dress these floral cotton shorts up or down; pair them with a crisp white button down for a professional event, or wear them with a tank and gold sandals for a day strolling around.

These crisp, high-waisted shorts have a much looser, boxier fit than you might expect, with shiny gold nautical-inspired button details.

You can’t go wrong with a classic loose linen cut; these suit-inspired shorts have a pleated front and oversized leg, and hit just above the knee.

Linen shorts are a summer staple, and this white pair is sure to be a go-to in your closet rotation.

For an edgier short that easily transitions into fall, try this leather version from Rag & Bone. The relaxed leg keeps them on on the safer side of work-appropriate, and the ruched waist gives them a softer look.

If there were a shorts version of an LBD, they would look like these perfectly tailored yet still effortless black shorts from Favorite Daughter.

These lovely linen shorts have a paperbag waist and whimsical floral pattern; throw them on with a white tee for a casual summertime vibe, or add the matching blazer for a cool girl workplace look.

These tailored shorts are another great option for the summer version of work trousers, and we love that they easily transition into cooler weather.

A feminine white short is so perfect for summer, especially when there’s delicate scallop detailing involved.

These tan linen shorts are definitely on the more casual side, but you can always dress them up with with a silky shirt or a lightweight jacket.

If you’re somehow already looking towards the next season, you must look at these wool-blend checked shorts from Marni. The menswear-inspired silhouette is super oversized, with a flared leg that falls right above the knee.

These linen shorts are relaxed but still fitted, with a buttoned waist and pleats.

The ruffled wide pleated legs give these burnt orange poplin shorts a sweet and unique silhouette.

These preppy white linen shorts have a rolled cuff and a colorful belt.

These pale, mint green linen shorts are on the shorter side, but still ultra sophisticated and elegant, thanks to the flawless lines and neatly pressed pleats.

Who says shorts can’t be fancy? These sassy black ruffled shorts can be dressed up or down, and you can easily wear them into cooler weather; just add tights or high socks.

A white eyelet short is so quintessentially summer, and a nice respite from all those flowy LWDs you’ve been living in.

A lightweight beige linen short is so versatile, and these have a super flattering flared wide leg. They’re giving us major coastal grandma vibes.

Don’t be afraid of patterns; these floral gingham shorts are so perfectly summer that you’ll turn to them year after year.