It’s hot-girl summer and the season to embrace your bold and playful short-shorts is here. From high-waisted styles, cut-outs, stylish prints, and textured embroidery and rhinestones, you can find shorts in a variety of styles for different occasions. Shorts are also highly versatile as you can pick from a wide range of fabrics in different colours or prints and styles with everything from cropped tops and corsets to oversized shirts and blazers. The best part? It’s the perfect way to show off your toned legs!
Shorts can also effortlessly transition from day to night with jewellery, footwear, and must-have summer accessories like sunglasses and hats. If you too wish to bring out your shorts for the summer or want to embrace the short-shorts trend, read this guide to pick the best outfit ideas. These celeb-approved styles will be ideal for all your partying and weekend needs this summer. Scroll on! Corporate-coded looks for formal events as well as casual wear is a trend we’re all loving in 2024 and you should not miss out on this style. Take a cue from Ananya Panday and wear your shorts with a blazer, shirt, and heels. Recreate this look with the Shop Staple blazer from our Hidden Gems curation that has the oversized look and the top-rated globus shorts.
The preppy style is making a comeback in 2024 and this polo t-shirt and shorts outfit seen on Bella Hadid represents the summer version of this aesthetic. Wear this classy U.S. POLO ASSN. textured polo t-shirt with trendy round sunglasses for the ultimate summer vibes. You can elevate the look with a gold detail belt and heels or dress it casually for outdoor wear with sneakers. The popularity of the cottage-core aesthetic as well as the 80s trend is making everyone stock up on corsets and you should too. We’re inspired by Madison Beer to pair this classic garment with shorts for a look appropriate for parties, vacations, and weekend outings. Opt for the Urban Suburban corset top that has a romantic tie-up detail at the pack with the frayed denim shorts to match Madison’s look. Wearing shorts with a shirt just brings a relaxed summery vibe to the ensemble. Case in point: the ensemble seen on Kendall Jenner which will make you feel like you’re on vacation in Spain or Italy. Recreate this outfit with the solid shirt U.S. POLO ASSN. Lapel Collar Solid Shirt in this stunning iceberg blue and white Aldo sneakers that match Kendall’s outfit. Reminiscent of Aishwarya Rai’s look in Josh (2000), this biker chic outfit is perfect for embracing the cool-girl aesthetic. Take a cue from Hailey Beiber and pair your favourite shorts with the top-rated oversized leather from Twenty Dresses by Nykaa Fashion and a white crop top. Add a touch of bling with the MIXT by Nykaa Fashion belt that features a similar gold buckle.
Patchwork is making its way through the 2024 runways and the colourful designs are totally worth trying out this summer. Look like Shanaya Kapoor by wearing the RadhaRaman Sandy Evening Shirt from our Hidden Gems collection that is picked by stylists and the MIXT by Nykaa Fashion frayed shorts. The boho-chic crochet tops are a popular choice right now and the Vanessa Hudgens look is the perfect example of these knit tops that can be worn with shorts for concerts, music shows, and outdoor events. Opt for the Velvery crochet top that is handmade and the highly-rated OOMPH sea shell for the ultimate bohemian beachy vibes.
A black shirt is a versatile option that helps you create a classic look with virtually any bottoms and shorts are no exception. Whether you’re out with friends or out for a day at the beach, throwing on a black shirt with shorts will help you get ready in minutes. Recreate this look seen on Miley Cyrus with the top-rated SHAYE shirt and Dolce Crudo denim shorts.
Show off your toned legs as you stay cool and comfortable in the heat by embracing the short-shorts trend in summer 2024. From sturdy denim to breathable linen, shorts are highly versatile and can be styled for multiple occasions in hot weather. They can also be worn with stockings as the temperatures drop, allowing you to enjoy the look throughout the year. 
1. Corporate Chic
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2. Preppy Cute
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3. Romantic Corsets
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4. Formal, But Not Really
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5. Biker Chic
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6. Fun Patchwork
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7. Cute Crochet
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8. Versatile Shirt
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Cop It Like It’s Hot: Styling Short-Shorts In Summer 2024
SHOP STAPLE
Oversized Brown Blazer
Globus
Black High-Rise Shorts
U.S. POLO ASSN.
Brown Open Placket Textured Polo T-Shirt
Pipa Bella by Nykaa Fashion
Gold Round Classic Sunglasses
Urban Suburban
White Corset Top
MIXT by Nykaa Fashion
Blue Frayed Denim Shorts
U.S. POLO ASSN.
Lapel Collar Solid Shirt
Aldo
Vivien Womens White Athletics Sneakers
Twenty Dresses by Nykaa Fashion
Faux Leather Biker Jacket
MIXT by Nykaa Fashion
Gold Chain Link Buckle Belt
RadhaRaman
Sandy Evening Shirt
MIXT by Nykaa Fashion
White High Waist Ripped And Frayed Denim Shorts
Velvery
Handmade Crochet Rainbow Tank Top
OOMPH
Seashell Necklace
SHAYE
Button-Down Black Shirt
DOLCE CRUDO
Denim Shorts