It’s times like these—90 degrees and humid—that remind us how we feel about wearing shorts: conflicted. (Um, when did they get so short?) These eight picks are reasonably modest—even for the office—but still totally chic.
8 Grown-Up Pairs of Shorts That Keep You Cool and Covered
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Published Aug 12, 2019
Nordstrom
Paper-bag Waist
Highlight your middle while also maintaining ample coverage with shorts that have some sort of detail at the waist, like a paper-bag tie. Stick with a loose silhouette that moves, and tuck in your top to maximize the waist-flaunting powers.
Express
Sequined Bermudas
What’s not to love about sparkly, athletic-inspired shorts in the silhouette du jour? We’ll take a pair for every day of the week.
Loft
Detailed Hems
Scalloped, ruffled, embroidered…fancy-hemmed shorts are the new slip dress: They’re equal parts unexpected and elegant, and they’re totally appropriate for a weekend brunch or happy-hour drinks.
Loft ($60)
Eloquii
High-waisted Swing Shorts
Smooth and waist-cinching up top, flowy and flirty below, in an eye-catching tropical-punch hue. This is summer dressing at its finest.
Bloomingdale’s
Linen
The structured fit makes these look polished (and so cute when paired with a striped tee).
Anthropologie
Mid-length Denim Cutoffs
OK, we’re not saying you can wear denim cutoffs to work, but this is a fun off-duty option that won’t make you feel like a teenager. Look for a pair that reaches at least halfway down your thighs and top it off with a loose-fitting blouse.
Revolve
Skort
This ’90s hybrid is back (and more stylish this time, we swear). We’re loving this one’s tweedy texture and asymmetrical wrap shape.
Macy's
Animal Print
Leopard is the new neutral, if you haven’t heard. Mix things up from the midi skirts everyone else is wearing and opt for a slouchy, not-too-short pair. (Matching blazer optional but encouraged.)
