Denim shorts are a summertime essential—there’s no question about it. The real question is: what does one wear with your perfectly worn-in essentials all summer long? To refresh your go-to denim outfit, we have nine stylish items that are sure to look great with your trusty jorts.
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Simple Black Top
AYR The Lampshade Top ($125) in Black
Wearing a sleek black top with your denim shorts is an easy way to dress them up.
?Pair with: J Brand Carly High Rise Cutoff Shorts ($127) in Reflection
Wide-Brim Hat
Rag
Bone Floppy Brim Fedora ($195) in Steel Grey
When in doubt, put on a stylish and slightly oversized hat.
?Pair with: Current/Elliott The Girlfriend Shorts ($168) in Tallahassee
Oversized Vest
Addison Alexa Tweed Moto Vest ($94) in Grey Combo
?You can wear an oversized vest and jeans shorts for day and night!
?Pair with: FRAME Le Cutoff Shorts ($112) in Green Park
Leather Sandals
K Jacques St Tropez Epicure Snake-Effect Leather Sandals ($290)
A pair of strappy leather sandals adds a laidback and effortless vibe to your look.
?Pair with: AG Austen Shorts ($113) in 17Y Lifted
Printed Button-Down Blouse
Equipment Signature Plaid Washed-Silk and Chiffon Shirt ($270) in Dark Green
We especially love this plaid-print blouse.
?Pair with: Topshop Moto Bleach Ripped Mum Shorts ($64)
Lightweight White Top
Tularosa Huxley Top ($138) in White
A breezy white top is the perfect way to stay cool and stylish this summer.
?Pair with: Paige Denim Grant Shorts ($179) in Sunbaked
Slouchy T-Shirt
Raquel Allegra Boxy Tee ($107) in Quartz Tie Dye
To look a bit more polished in your slouchy t-shirt, test out a half front-tuck.
?Pair with: Citizens of Humanity Chloe High Waist Shorts ($178) in Serene
Playful Sweatshirt
3.1 Phillip Lim Poodle Sweatshirt ($375)
For a totally comfortable outfit, style your shorts with a graphic crewneck sweatshirt!
?Pair with: MOTHER The Dropout Rolled Shorts ($165) in Beach House #9
Sleek Moto Jacket
Veda Next Leather Jacket ($623) in Black
If you’re wearing your jeans shorts during the evening, try layering your look with an edgy leather jacket.
?Pair with: BB Dakota Joey Boyfriend Shorts ($124) in MojaveWhat do you typically wear with your denim shorts? Let us know in the comment section below!
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