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these white shorts
Buck Mason Stretch Ridge Twill Rider Short
these white shorts
Buck Mason Stretch Ridge Twill Rider Short
Summer’s here so it’s time to bring out your all-white outfits! These Buck Mason shorts have that lived-in feel thanks to the subtle stretch and softer wash. (Just be careful with stains, obvi.)
these slouchy denim shorts
One Teaspoon Used Blue Super Relaxed Denim Short
these slouchy denim shorts
One Teaspoon Used Blue Super Relaxed Denim Short
This pair of slouchy pleated denim shorts will go with just about anything.
these rigid shorts
Frame Le Super High Short
these rigid shorts
Frame Le Super High Short
Now 30% Off
If you prefer your denim shorts a little more stiff (but still comfy!), opt for this raw-hem pair.
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these lace-up shorts
EB Denim x REVOLVE Lace Up Shorts
these lace-up shorts
EB Denim x REVOLVE Lace Up Shorts
Now 29% Off
For denim shorts with a little bit of a twist, turn to this EB Denim pair with a lace-up fly! Bc come on, who really wants to deal with buttons or a stuck zipper?!
these high-rise jean shorts
PacSun Eco Light Blue Raw Cut ’90s Girlfriend Denim Shorts
these high-rise jean shorts
PacSun Eco Light Blue Raw Cut ’90s Girlfriend Denim Shorts
If you’re thinking about cutting up your favorite pair of jeans—hold onto those scissors! These high-rise denim shorts will make you look way cool.
these vintage shorts
Madewell The Perfect Vintage Jean Short
these vintage shorts
Madewell The Perfect Vintage Jean Short
Now 15% Off
With a mid-length in the leg and a high-rise in the waist, this pick will be perf for more of a relaxed, loose fit.
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these patchwork shorts
Levi’s 501 90s Shorts
these patchwork shorts
Levi’s 501 90s Shorts
Now 40% Off
Give your shorts a crafty flair (without all the DIY work) when you get these quaint Levi’s.
these viral shorts
Abercrombie & Fitch Curve Love High Rise 90s Cutoff Short
these viral shorts
Abercrombie & Fitch Curve Love High Rise 90s Cutoff Short
Good news: The TikTok-famous jeans are also available in a short style. The Curve Love line keeps things cinched in the waist but roomier in the hips and butt for a gap-free fit.
these cuffed cuties
Citizens of Humanity Annabelle Vintage Relaxed Cuffed Short
these cuffed cuties
Citizens of Humanity Annabelle Vintage Relaxed Cuffed Short
These are both cuffed and relaxed for that effortless look. Simply throw on a tank and some stylish flats, and you’re good to go!
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this studded pair
Samaria Leah Nova Short
this studded pair
Samaria Leah Nova Short
Want a standout option? Say no more! These shiny, studded shorts will give you instant main character status.
these utility shorts
Etica Elia Utility Short
these utility shorts
Etica Elia Utility Short
If comfy and casual are the two words you like to use to describe your ideal pair of jean shorts, you’ll love these utility-styled ones.
these black distressed shorts
AGOLDE Parker Long Denim Shorts
these black distressed shorts
AGOLDE Parker Long Denim Shorts
These distressed shorts might be frayed, but they can still be dressed up for a nicer occasion with the right shoes and top.
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these drawstring denim shorts
Sidefeel Elastic Waist Raw Hem Drawstring Denim Jeans Shorts
these drawstring denim shorts
Sidefeel Elastic Waist Raw Hem Drawstring Denim Jeans Shorts
Have a love-hate relationship with jean shorts because of how stiff and restricting non-stretch denim is? Get yourself a pair with an adjustable drawstring waist. Game-changing.
these flared jean shirts
Everlane The A-Line Denim Short
these flared jean shirts
Everlane The A-Line Denim Short
Even though these are made with non-stretch denim, the A-line shape here gives your thighs tons of room to move around (in other words, you can actually squat down in these).
these ultra-distressed shorts
Levi’s Women’s 501 Original Shorts
these ultra-distressed shorts
Levi’s Women’s 501 Original Shorts
Now 16% Off
Levi’s has a way of making all its denim feel perfectly lived-in even if they’re brand new, right?!
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these mid-rise denim shorts
Amazon Essentials 4″ Denim Mid-Rise Short
these mid-rise denim shorts
Amazon Essentials 4″ Denim Mid-Rise Short
Now 35% Off
This cuffed, medium-wash one is as classic as it gets and a summer staple for anyone’s denim collection.
these dark-wash denim shorts
Torrid Bombshell Midi Short
these dark-wash denim shorts
Torrid Bombshell Midi Short
Now 35% Off
If you like more of a polished finish, these dark-wash shorts with a finished hem and subtle whiskering might be more your style.
these paper bag shorts
Plaid&Plain High Waisted Denim Shorts Rolled Blue Jean Shorts
these paper bag shorts
Plaid&Plain High Waisted Denim Shorts Rolled Blue Jean Shorts
Now 17% Off
Prefer to tuck your shirts into your shorts? Then, a paper-bag style with a bunched look and elastic waist like this one is perf for you.
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these non-stretch denim shorts
AGOLDE Parker Long Loose Vintage Shorts
these non-stretch denim shorts
AGOLDE Parker Long Loose Vintage Shorts
The lack of stretch and whiskered wash of these rigid cotton ones give them that authentic distressed look and vintage feel that’s so hard to nail.
these pleated denim shorts
Agnes Orinda Plus-Size High Waisted Folded Hem Jean Shorts
these pleated denim shorts
Agnes Orinda Plus-Size High Waisted Folded Hem Jean Shorts
With a high-waisted fit, dark wash, and pleated front, these jean shorts are the summer version of your favorite pair of trouser pants.
Fashion Editor
Tarah-Lynn Saint-Elien is the fashion editor at Cosmopolitan, writing weighty and witty stories that run the gamut of gushing over Zendaya to convincing you of everything you need in your closet! She began her journey in the industry with a fashion and faith blog and an internship at Elle.com almost 10 years ago. Since then, she’s also served as the style editor at The Haitian Times. The Haitian-American pageant queen is a Syracuse Masters graduate and the author of two books, including: Claim Your Crown. Follow her on Instagram and Twitter: @iamtarahlynn.
Associate Fashion Editor
I’m Cosmopolitan’s Associate Fashion Editor and write about any and all trends, major celeb fashion moments, and why wide-leg jeans are basically the best. I originally moved to New York City to audition for RENT, only to find out that the play closed 10 years ago.