Trend Alert: New Season Shorts

June 3, 2013

Trend Alert: New Season Shorts

As much as you might love your Daisy Duke cut-offs, there are some occasions when shredded denim just doesn’t cut it. This season, masculine tailoring takes centre stage in the street-style staple of Bermuda shorts. Look for a pair in beige, bright blue or even a bold print (if you dare). For work, the short suit is a chic office-appropriate ensemble – team with a basic tee and a pair of killer heels. Skorts (the classic skirt-short combo) are also making a comeback, making this summer’s essentials easy, breezy and totally comfy. And isn’t that what summer is all about?

T by Alexander Wang Boxy Blazer, £318.08, T by Alexander Wang Pleated Trouser Shorts, £ 174.43, shopbop.com

Rag & Bone Dakar Leather Shorts, £544.50, shopbop.com
Channel Elin Kling with oversized leather shorts, a white tee and pointy-toe pumps.

Kenzo Forest Print Poplin Bermuda Shorts, £208.35, nordstrom.com
The print of the season in Bermuda form.

Thakoon Addition Contrast-Paneled Brushed Chambray Shorts, £232, net-a-porter.com
Sports-luxe meets tomboy-chic.

 

ASOS Shorts In Geo Tile Print, £25, ASOS Soft Blazer in Geo Tile Print, £35, asos.com
This cute duo takes you straight from the boardroom to the bar.

Topshop Side Split Print Kimono and Scallop Hem Short, £55, topshop.com
A casual version that also ticks off the oriental trend.

Zara Culotte Shorts, US$49.90, zara.com
This asymmetrical pair has been seen on the legs of Olivia Palermo, Rumi Neely and Karolina Kurkova.

Nanette Lepore Paisley Skort, £200.64, saksfifthavenue.com
No-one will guess this pretty paisley skirt is actually a pair of shorts!

Forever 21 Pleated Metallic Trimmed Skort, US$19.80, forever21.com
Upgrade your basic black mini with a tennis-style skort.

 

Kimberlee is an Australian writer who gave up the reality to follow her dreams...Originally from Sydney, now living in Paris. Kimberlee spends her days writing, styling and eating croissants.