Francesca wears the Arket Loose Denim Shorts (£67).
Finally, summer has arrived in all its glory, and as the warm days seem to just keep coming, I for one am ready to bare a little leg. As fashion goes, this warm-weather season we're seeing a new trending style come to the fore in the shorts department, and it might just be the chicest, yet most divisive version around. Where once Daisy Dukes reigned supreme, stylish people have already started stepping out in a more sophisticated longer length. In pulling together plenty of examples of how the style can be worn I can confirm just how chic this new long shorts style truly is.
Sitting just by the knee, the latest shorts trend is a longer style and the design has made its way through denim iterations all the way to tailoring. Unlike the jorts many of us still associate with the early 2000s, these designs aren't reserved for pairing with an oversized t-shirt and trainers (although we've spotted some 2025 versions of this combination that are worth considering). These embody the timeless, refined stylings that are guiding fashion right now. In denim, these pair with our capsule heroes as shown by Francesca above. Simply add in a tank top, shirt and trending sandals. Whilst Marilyn shows that tailored styles can be elevated beyond anything we thought shorts capable of, with elegant heels and of course a finishing of sleek sunnies. Even celebrities are taking to the trend.
What's more, the high street and high-end brands have already stocked their sites full on new-in summer essentials, including the long shorts trend. There's comfortable elasticated styles, sharp pleats and some fashion-forward wrap styles that are all worth considering. So, to make it easier I've pulled together the very best long shorts for the sunny season below.
Keep scrolling to explore the best long shorts for summer 2025.
Shop the Long Shorts Trend for Summer 2025:
Toteme knows all about excellent forever staples.
These have become a best-selling style for Arket.
Comfortable and chic. Now that's a winning combination.
I'm ready to recreate this entire look.
The bold pleating on denim sets this pair apart.
This boho-inspired, relaxed pair also comes in a very chic black.
This look has convinced me that extra long denim for summer is a really good idea.
The fresh butter yellow shade looks so good with contrasting black accessories.
Just add a simple t-shirt and sandals.
I expect this pair will move quickly.
The raw hem adds a relaxed edge to this pair.
A classic white crisp colour with tailored detailing—what's not to love?
Now this is how you add shorts to a polished workwear rotation.
A contemporary take by Zara.
The curved hem and perfectly placed slit shows off Loro Piana's design prowess.
Well done, Loewe.
Light linen and cotton are mainstays for the sunny months.
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