While shorts are a perennial summer staple, finding a pair that feels elevated enough to wear beyond the beach can be surprisingly tricky. This season, however, I think I've cracked it. Blending the elegance of my favourite fabric with the ease and comfort of your favourite cut-offs, this season, I'm preaching the appeal of the satin shorts trend to anyone who will listen.
Equal parts polished and playful, satin shorts are quickly becoming a hero piece in the summer wardrobes of fashion people everywhere. Dominating my Instagram feed, this summer trend echoes the sophistication of the satin trousers that's been taking off this season—offering that same sleek, glossy finish, but with a lighter, warm-weather twist.
Supple and fluid, satin shorts have a gentle drape that always looks high end while keeping things breathable and comfortable during summer's hottest days. Surprisingly versatile, these style particularly well with boxy tees and Mary Janes for a relaxed daytime look, or swap in a silky cami and kitten heels for something evening-appropriate.
It’s no surprise, then, that the high street and designer runways alike are embracing the trend. From Zara’s lacy iterations to Connor Ives’s striped version, there are plenty of compelling options well worth a look-in.
Scroll on to discover our edit of the best satin shorts to wear this summer.
SHOP SATIN SHORTS:
This light pistachio shade styles especially well with light cream, ivory and peach.
Be quick! I can't see these staying in stock for long.
Style with the matching cami or wear with a boxy tee.
The lace detailing instills such a pretty, feminine energy.
No where does pretty summer styling quite like Doen.
This unusual colour pairing so perfect for summers styling.
This light ivory shade is so easy to slot into a capsule wardrobe.
These also come in three other shades.
Style these with mary janes to give your look a preppy finish.
These are already on their way to selling out.
While I love these in black, they also come in a vivid red shade.
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