Short shorts have taken over the summer. They are the current obsession of celebrities from Hailey Bieber to Sydney Sweeney and I must say, I am really loving it. Whilst micro skirts have dominated over the past few years, now it’s the micro shorts turn to take centre stage. Which is great as not only does this style help to elongate the legs, and who doesn’t want that? But, opting for short shorts instead of a short skirt helps to protect your modesty.
The difficulty with styling this trend is making your outfit more elegant and less – er, trashy. As luck would have it there, there are plenty of ways to wear micro shorts. It’s a trend that originated in the spring/summer collections of Gucci, Prada, Tom Ford, and Chloé– so looking to the runway is always a good place to start for inspiration.
With a baggy top or hoodie
(L-R: Gucci SS24, Khaite SS24)
If you’re looking for a way to style this trend that is makes it more acceptable to leave the house, then the best styling trick is simple – balance. Pairing your ultra-short shorts with an oversized silhouette on top, such as a baggy tee or hoodie, helps to balance out skimpiness of your bottom half. Not to mention it will make you feel more confident if you’re not used to exposing so much skin.
With a matching jacket
Whilst attending Gucci’s Cruise 2025 show, Lila Moss wore a matching suit jacket and hot pants set from the brand. Wearing a co-ord set is possibly the easiest and most effortless way to look put together. Plus choosing a smart, tailored blazer offsets the daring shorts and adds a touch of elegance to the look.
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With an oversized blazer
For a dressier option, take inspiration from Sydney Sweeney, and her stylist, Molly Dickson. Sydney wore a pair of sequinned micro shorts with a floaty blouse and an oversized metallic blazer whilst out in NYC. This is a great look if you’re not wanting to play it safe with this trend.
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