Styling shorts of any length can feel daunting if you're not used to getting your legs out, but mid-length shorts can be particularly divisive.
I've only ever found a couple of pairs of flattering shorts I really like, but right on cue for the hot weather, Jennifer Lawrence was pictured wearing just about the chicest pair I've ever seen.
They're the Cool Shorts by New York-based brand Still Here, which she paired with a printed white T-shirt, some Simon Miller cage sandals in red and The Row's Maud sunglasses.
It's an effortlessly stylish combination that was perfect for a day in New York, and would translate well to any summer plans you might have. The length of the shorts offers you plenty of confidence-boosting coverage and elongates the leg, plus in white, they'll work with absolutely everything in your summer capsule wardrobe.
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In soft denim, these are going to be your new heatwave hero. One reviewer wrote: "I’m delighted with these soft denim shorts. They fit true to size, are a good length and are lightweight for the warmer weather."
Love barrel leg jeans? Good news, because barrel leg shorts do exist. With a raw hem, they'll give any outfit a bit of an edge, and they should fall just above your knee for the most flattering finish.
I really rate Mint Velvet jeans, so it makes sense that the British clothing brand's denim shorts are just as good. At this sale price, these are going to sell out soon.
Size up in this fun printed T-shirt to get J-Law's oversized look. Nobody will notice it's technically a pyjama top. Promise!
These tick a few different trends off my list in one go. The pop of colour, the jelly texture and the minimalist look - plus £38 is much less than I would have expected to pay from Free People. Bonus!
Jennifer's look proves that you can really have some fun with colour when you've got a good neutral starting point like her white shorts. The mix of the blue and white T-shirt, red sandals and orange bag rips up the rulebook completely - and it totally works!
As long as you get the length of your denim shorts right, learning how to style shorts is much the same as assembling an outfit around your favourite jeans. If you go for a relatively straight-leg shape like Jennifer's shorts, you can afford to go oversized on top, but if you do opt for a wider fit like the Topshop barrel leg, try balancing them out with a more fitted top.
Jennifer's shorts are a bestseller for the brand, and what's really interesting is that they have no waistband - instead, they have a single button and an adjustable toggle. They're available in four other colours, too, including pretty pink.
