Now that it’s officially spring, it’s high time to break out the jorts—and reacquaint yourself with how to style jean shorts while you’re at it. Long and baggy Bermudas have been the silhouette du jour for a minute now, a welcome alternative to constricting, itty-bitty Daisy Dukes.
With this season’s emphasis on knee- and calf-length hems, there’s a bevy of comfy, mature styles that’ll add a casual sense of cool to your rotation. (Think more Scandi girl, less Adam Sandler.) These airy shorts are a lot more wearable than you’d think; they’re just as appropriate for an outdoor concert as for the office if you get the styling right. Let the summery outfit ideas below inspire you to hop on the bandwagon. Here’s how to style jean shorts everywhere you go in the season of sun ahead.
How to style jean shorts, at a glance
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