Shopping for shorts is right up there with trying on swimsuits or jeans in terms of fun factor—finding the right pair takes a lot of patience and a little bit of luck. This season’s trendiest styles are all about bright hues, breezy fabrics and sharp tailoring, so there’s truly something for everyone. Whether you’re in the market for a new vacation ‘fit to match your cute new sandals or for dressy options that will carry you through the summer and beyond, we’ve rounded up all the shorts we’re coveting right now.
H&M
A vibrant shade of avocado green pairs well with neutrals.
Linen-blend shorts, $20, hm.com
Yoga Jeans
Fitted denim shorts that hit just above the knee—like this two-tone pair—will be everywhere this summer.
Denim shorts, $88, yogajeans.ca
Reitmans
Every vacation wardrobe needs a hit of laid-back stripes.
Linen-blend shorts, $37, reitmans.com
Levi’s
If you’re looking for something that will stand the test of time, it doesn’t get much more classic than a pair of high-waisted denim shorts in a dark wash.
High-waisted denim shorts, $70, levi.com
MAS
Made from a lightweight blend of cotton and linen, these made-in-Montreal shorts are the best way to beat the heat in style.
Cotton-linen shorts, $128, masmontreal.com
Everlane
For an effortless look, try a flowy pair of shorts with a matching button-up shirt.
Linen boxer shorts, $91, everlane.com
Eliza Faulkner
The rounded hem and baggy fit give these shorts a delightfully retro look.
Cotton shorts, $190, elizafaulkner.com
Ahiri
This floral pair features a foldover waist.
High-waisted denim shorts, $85, ahiri.ca
Contemporaine
Take the cargo trend into summer with these shorts.
Cargo shorts, $89, simons.ca
Eloquii
A pastel tie-dye pattern is a fun way to dabble in colour.
Printed linen shorts, $114, eloquii.com
Roots x Alder
We love this floral collab between Roots and Toronto-based outdoor apparel brand Alder.
Bike shorts, $68, roots.com
Penningtons
Floral embroidery gives these basic shorts a romantic twist.
Embroidered denim shorts, $60, penningtons.com
Uniqlo
These comfy linen-blend shorts feature an adjustable drawstring are available in six colours.
Linen-blend shorts, $50, uniqlo.com
Mango
These shorts’ pleated waist makes for a tailored look.
Slouchy denim shorts, $60, mango.com
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