Meanwhile, a lightweight tee and some super-slick leather trainers keeps it grounded. (And stops you from looking like you take your styling cue from a 1940s schoolboy.)

(Related: 5 rules for wearing a shorts suit)

Key Styles

• Reiss Roman S Herringbone Shorts Grey
• Reiss Valley Linen And Cotton Shorts Natural
• J.w.anderson Wide-leg Double-pleat Cotton-canvas Shorts
• Dolce & Gabbana Tailored Shorts
• Theory Tailored Shorts
• Topman Stone Mid Length Tailored Shorts
• River Island Navy Smart Bermuda Shorts
• River Island Light Tan Slim Fit Shorts
• Peter Werth Cleave Pindot Cotton Shorts

Printed Shorts + Vest

Printed shorts can go one of two ways: loud, garish eyesore, or punchy point of interest. Assuming it’s the latter you’re after, there are a few things worth bearing in mind before taking the plunge.

Even more important than the printed shorts you choose are the clothes you wear them with. So, once you’ve picked a motif (florals, stripes, modernist geometric takes and microprints are all valid options) it should go without saying that everything else you’re wearing needs to take a back seat.

Considering printed shorts rarely work dressed up, team yours with a plain tee or vest, then simply layer an overshirt or lightweight denim jacket on top for coverage come sundown. And remember to strip accessories right back when wearing print: one chain or bracelet and a pair of shades does the trick.

Key Styles

• Asos Skinny Chino Shorts With Mini Dot Print
• Asos Chino Shorts With Camo Print
• Pepe Jeans Mcqueen Hawaiian Turn Up Shorts
• Reiss Jamaica Palm Print Shorts Blue
• Polo Ralph Lauren Printed Cotton Shorts
• He By Mango Striped Chambray Bermuda Shorts
• He By Mango Printed 5 Pocket Bermuda Shorts
• He By Mango Printed Linen-cotton Blend Bermuda Short
• He By Mango Striped Cotton Bermuda Shorts