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National Post
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- National Post
Denim jorts are trending this summer. Here are 5 that we love
You heard it here first: this summer is the season of jorts. Article content While the portmanteau has been used in the past to refer to a wide variety of jean short styles, this season, the term is pointing specifically to mid-thigh or to-the-knee versions that feature a relaxed fit. Article content Article content This summer's trending jorts, which pull from the '90s wardrobe inspiration from style stars such as Madonna, have been spotted on a variety of celebrities this season including Bella Hadid, Halle Bailey, Hailey Bieber and others. Article content A gender-free denim short that's made from 100 per cent cotton, these workwear-inspired jorts are available in three hues and sizes XS to XXL. The style features a string within the waistband for an extra cinched effect, meaning these jorts can be worn lower on the hips for a laid-back look or higher up at the natural waist. Article content An extension of the brand's bestselling Dad Jeans style, these baggy shorts feature a vintage-inspired fit and an above-the-knee length. The no-stretch denim is baggy without being too bulky, which means they are more flattering than a slightly roomier style. Article content For those who can't quite commit to a longer, looser design, these shorts from the Canadian brand Melanie Lyne tick the jorts trend while offering a more tailored fit. The double-button denim style has interest added thanks to contrasting colour stitching. These jorts are ready to take your from the workplace to the weekend all summer long. Article content Article content These slouchy jorts from Vancouver-headquartered brand Artizia border on culotte territory — another trending trouser style this season — thanks to a below-the-knee length. The high-rise style, which features denim sourced from Italy, can skew casual, so we're fans of the idea of pairing these relaxed jorts with a sleeker-fitting top and some strappy heeled sandals or ballet flats to elevate the ensemble. Article content
National Post
20-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- National Post
Jean shorts are everywhere this summer: 5 Canadian jorts to wear all season
Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Article content Denim shorts have been a summer staple for decades, first gaining popularity in the 1960s free love era. These days, they're more popular than ever as jean shorts (also affectionately known as jorts) are popping up in street style photos across the globe. Article content Like all fashion, shorts styles tend to fluctuate with what's trending. Currently the long, baggy, skater-inspired jorts are favoured over the figure-hugging Daisy Dukes of years' past. While maybe not the most polished piece of summer clothing, they're perfect if you're going for a relaxed vibe this season. Article content Article content With a vintage-inspired cut that features a high rise, raw hem and a loose fit, these shorts are an effortless pick for summer. They're made from heavyweight non-stretch denim, and have a 100 per cent cotton construction that holds its shape. Article content Article content For a modern take on the jorts trend, look to this distressed pair from Simons. They feature an extra-long silhouette that borders on capri-length and are made from rigid denim that molds to your body over time. Article content Article content Article content Looking for an on-trend pair of jorts? Oak + Fort's unique leopard-printed version is sure to turn heads this summer (they're also available in brown if the leopard print is too loud). They feature a mid rise, a longer bermuda-length inseam and a relaxed fit. Article content Article content Plus-size retailer Pennington has an in-house denim brand, d/C JEANS. The line includes shorts, like this pair of bermuda shorts with a hint of stretch for all-day comfort. You'll find them in a medium blue and a light wash that screams 'summer.' Article content Article content With a high rise, bermuda length and medium-blue wash, this pair of jorts is about as classic as it comes. They have a hint of stretch rather than a rigid denim construction, with a fit that reviewers call the 'perfect length and the right amount of loose.' Article content
The Guardian
15-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Guardian
Scared of shorts? Here are 53 perfect pairs for every occasion
Happy shorts season. Not happy for everyone, though, is it? It's probably not a stretch to say that for many of us, wearing shorts is up there with getting into a swimsuit or showing your feet for the first time that year. A watershed moment of dread that, unlike most scary things – eating out alone, caring what other people think – only gets worse as you get older. The Guardian's journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy something through an affiliate link. Learn more. But it's also summer, and sometimes only shorts will do. Plus, this year, there really is something for every leg. Culottes are back, except they're structured and called bermuda shorts – and you can even wear them to work. So are 1970s sports shorts, if your summer reference is more Ridgemont High. It's not unseemly to wear boxer shorts, especially if you're on the beach, just try them in seersucker – or if you prefer the freedom of a skirt, how about a skort? Hate all shorts? Try jean-shorts or 'jorts' – they're better than they sound. Here is a foolproof guide to getting over shorts fear. Apologies to those with a strict work dress code. For everyone else: yes, says Chioma Nnadi, head of editorial content at Vogue. 'Several of the younger editors have been rocking jorts with tailored blazers, loafers and socks. It's such a compelling look,' she says. 'It's a matter of getting the proportions right.' Look for tailored shorts that are structured and have pleats. Length-wise, this is up to you, but aim for something that sits on or above the knee. Avoid anything too tight (you'll be in them for eight hours) or pure linen (it'll crease). Your office dress code may differ from Vogue's, so knee-length denim shorts may not pass muster. And if your job is sedentary, or you travel by public transport, try sitting down in them – think about skin-on-bus-seat contact. Formal shorts tend to be more structured for men, which makes things simpler. James Hawkes, head of menswear design at John Lewis, even makes a case for the long, dark denim short 'with a single or double pleat', which can be dressed up for semi-formal occasions 'with a button-down shirt'. Men's beige shorts £100 at Asket Women's brown pleat shorts £59.95 at Massimo Dutti Women's multi-stripe shorts £165 at Me+Em£165 at Selfridges Men's cream belted shorts £35.99 at Zara Women's burgundy belted wrap-front shorts £85 at Cos£85 at H&M Women's red shorts £35.99 at Mango Broadly speaking, when in the city, 'a closed toe is a must', says styling editor Melanie Wilkinson. Otherwise, think of shorts and shoes as you would a twinset – matchy matchy is good. For men and women, sporty shorts require sporty trainers (any colour, and I like a tennis sock), while semi-formal require a loafer or a boat shoe (men) – or a heel or low sandal (women; any higher than 3cm looks a bit off). If you're on holiday, flip-flops or sliders are acceptable on the beach, but try a chunky sandal elsewhere (men: you can't go wrong with a Birkenstock, while women: Veja's new Etna style is chic, fun and made from traceable materials). A few words on socks: to be encouraged. 'Just make sure they are pulled up and worn with trainers, loafers and clog-style shoes only,' says Wilkinson. Otherwise, unless you're on the beach or are Harrison Ford at Cannes, a bare ankle leaves you in danger of looking a bit Duran Duran. Short ones. Long-distance runner Becky Briggs wears hers a meagre 7.5cm long for proper movement. In terms of shape, when she's training, comfort is more important than you'd anticipate, as are multiple back pockets, she says, because chances are you're out with earphones and keys. Race day is a different thing entirely. You need something tighter, she says, of the Puma shorts she recently won the Hackney Half marathon in. They have to be 'super light', she says, 'and you want to feel you're not restricted in any way', hence the 2.5cm slit up the side, which allows for movement. Women's Tempo run colour block shorts £65 at Sweaty Betty£65 at John Lewis Women's TruePace recycled-shell shorts £80 at Stella McCartney£86 at Net-a-Porter Women's Raceday Ultraweave shorts £54.99 at SportsShoes£55 at Puma It used to be simple: in or out. Neat and tidy, or an act of slobbish dissent. Nowadays for men, tucking is all about 'vibes', says Hawkes. A tucked top can 'elevate your outfit for semi-formal occasions', while untucked creates 'a relaxed vibe'. The latter sounds obvious, but ensure the top length is right so the look is balanced. Something reasonably smart, a boxy T-shirt that ends 2.5cm below the waistband is a good compromise, as is a blazer/Harrington that sits 5cm above the hem. For women, 'oversized silhouettes can benefit from a tuck to add shape', says Lisa Ferrie, head of women's design at John Lewis. 'And I would recommend you tuck in a vest to avoid strange bumps in the line of the outfit.' For something more casual, choose a top (probably a T-shirt) that sits just above the hemline, or is cropped. If you're still on the fence, Ferrie 'tucks in one side of a linen shirt, so it feels more effortless'. Off the bat, it would be prudent to check the dress code, or with the bride and groom first, even though dress codes have loosened up a bit. That said, for women, Uniqlo's summer collection, designed almost entirely by Clare Waight Keller (who made Meghan Markle's wedding dress), has a great spotty suit that 'is giving Pretty Woman', says Uniqlo's Lottie Howard. This pair by Reiss looks like a skirt from the side, is linen-mix, and has little zips so you can open up the legs if you're feeling brave. Try with a button-down shirt or blazer. 'If you pick the right wash [darker],' adds Ferrie, 'you can certainly wear them paired with a smart shirt and kitten heels.' Wilkinson is a fan, too, provided the rest of the outfit is above-average formal. She says: 'I would wear them with a silk camisole top, a matching blazer and light-coloured heels, or a short suit.' Men: no. Women's botanical print shorts £135 at Mytheresa£160 at Farm Rio Women's easy-silk shorts £125 at Rise & Fall Women's side-zip tailored shorts £195 at Reiss£195 at Next More than you'd hope. 'Generally, living your life always moves your underwear around, but, in shorts, that feeling of bunched-up pants can be amplified,' says Wilkinson. She suggests seam-free underwear 'if your shorts are close-fitting' and a fuller fit to avoid a VPL. Stripe & Stare does a pretty ample brief, while Modibodi and M&S have fuller cuts in sweat-wicking fabrics, which is handy if it's warm – and, let's face it, if you're wearing shorts, it probably is. A must, says Wilkinson: 'Crochet, denim cutoffs, a silky print, even a silky print suit with matching top, which is very White Lotus 1, 2 and 3.' The point is, she says, 'have fun, embrace colour, embrace prints'. Nnadi thinks the beach is a good place to flex something a bit more elevated. 'I'm not a particularly adventurous shorts-wearer. I tend to wear them on holiday mostly – a retro gym short with a gathered waist is my go-to, styled with a string vest, a camp shirt and a utility sandal,' says Nnadi, who has a few of Wales Bonner's Adidas collaborations that she wears 'on rotation'. Practically speaking, you're going to be somewhere hot, in which case, go natural. Unless you're going for something with a pleat (then cotton will be a base), linen (or linen mix) is light and breathable, although seersucker is the 2025 way to wear the women's boxers trend. In fact, for me, a pair of billowing boxers has usurped the beach dress. Women's yellow and black bandana shorts £120 at Essentiel Antwerp Women's palm shorts £18 at Next Women's seersucker boxer £60 at With Nothing Underneath Women's stripe linen shorts £80 at Boden£80 at John Lewis Men's khaki linen shorts £120 at Gant£120 at Fenwick Women's sunset print linen shorts £75 at Selfridges Unisex pink boxers £55 at Tekla Women's wavy stripe boxers £155 at Yaitte Women's pale blue stripe boxers £29 at John Lewis Sign up to The Filter Get the best shopping advice from the Filter team straight to your inbox. The Guardian's journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy something through an affiliate link. after newsletter promotion Obviously, that depends on where you are wearing them (knee-length for work; anything goes on the beach). But Ferrie likes to start with a simpler rule: 'Go for those a little bit longer, to distinguish them from the styles you'd wear on holiday.' It's also worth considering body proportions, says Hawkes. 'Those with a slimmer build might prefer slightly shorter lengths, while those with a broader frame could opt for more length.' Ferrie agrees, adding that length also depends on the fabric. 'Linen or lightweight options look better mid-thigh length, while jersey or sportier styles can be worn shorter,' she says. Personally, I just swap 'short' for 'skirt' and there's the answer. Otherwise, there's no practical difference between the two, except that one of them rides up. Otherwise, it's a matter of preference. I like to test pairs out by sitting down (to gauge how much thigh you'll see) and bending over in front of the mirror, and looking through my legs (sorry). Hawkes thinks the safest length is above the knee, with an 18-22cm inseam, 'which works for most people and situations'. The bermuda length, which is a 25-30cm inseam, is better for semi-formal settings. A 'mid-thigh length, 12-17cm inseam', is more contemporary (read: brave). Men's green chino stretch bermuda shorts From £33 at Crew Clothing Men's burgundy track shorts £160 at Adidas£160 at End Men's ecru embroidered shorts £89.25 at Jules B£105 at Wax London Beauty writer Anita Bhagwandas has a straightforward if labour-intensive process: 'Start with a good scrub using an exfoliating mitt; a product that contains a gentle acid-like glycolic will give added exfoliation. Follow with a ceramide-based moisturiser and add any finishing touches, such as a gradual tanning lotion or shimmering balm. Don't forget SPF.' And don't forget your feet, either. Flexitol is my go-to for cracked heels. For more SPFs, check out our guide to the best sunscreens for every need Yes. But change is afoot, says Tim Kaeding, co-founder of cult US denim brand Mother. 'Last year, our bestselling shorts had 7-10cm inseams, but our current bestsellers have a 46.5cm inseam,' so you do the maths. The key to a good denim pair – long or short – is to only wear 'variations of existing full-length fits', says Kaeding, who suggests trimming existing shorts yourself, as you would a hem. 'You already love how they sit on your waist, but cutting them off at the knee turns them into something new.' By all means. For men and women, the retro sports shorts – colourful ones with slightly curved hems, occasionally a stripe, but often pretty short – have made the leap from catwalk trend (Prada's 28cm short) to high-street staple (Free People, Adidas and Varley are best, but Whistles and Ganni usually have something in stock come summer). Wear with pulled-up Adanola socks and trainers. Women's side stripe sports shorts £69 at John Lewis£69 at Immaculate Vegan Women's red jersey jogger shorts £16 at M&S Women's white running shorts £62 at Varley Don't think for a minute we're treating these like ordinary shorts. They are not. Cycling shorts are basically underwear – yoga wear at a push. Personally, I prefer the 'Princess Di leaving the gym' approach: they are shorts to be seen in when you don't want to be seen. Cycling shorts, or compression shorts if you want a bit of holding in, are great under a shorter skirt or dress – they buy you a bit of coverage (think about the wind, if you're sitting cross-legged, or if you're out late and it gets chilly), or on their own under a bum-covering T-shirt or sweatshirt. Skims do a great style that sucks you in without any bulging. And they're not just for women. Some brands, like Vuori, come with built-in cycling shorts. A male friend of mine wears them to help with thigh chafing when he runs. Wilkinson adds: 'Frankly, I like a longer cycling short on men in summer, even if they're not running, because it's incredibly flattering. I wish they made them for women, too.' Women's black high-waisted shorts £25 at End£48 at Skims Men's green shorts with built-in cycling shorts £75 at Vuori Women's blue seamless scrunch shorts £40 at Tala Bhagwandas suggests shorts under shorts – Runderwear has some designed for sport – or an anti-friction stick. Megababe's is a snip at £8, though if you don't like the idea of cream, Lush does a powder made (intriguingly) from clay. Bit of a minefield this, but a good rule of thumb is thinking about your preferred trouser style and working from there. Jorts, for example, are merely 'a step-change from barrel jeans', according to John Lewis. Think about whether you're a high-waister or prefer low-slung. Or do you always wear loose clothing? In which case, boxer shorts (Tekla's are comfy and fairly opaque) might be the thing. For men, try cutting existing trousers to see how they sit, says Kaeding. 'Hacking off workwear trousers at the knee creates a novelty workwear utility short, which you don't usually see.' For both men and women, they need to be big enough on the thighs – you want to avoid them riding up in the middle, so size up if you need to. Or go for a culotte or boxer shape. If you're happy getting your legs out, a skort is a good start. Essentially, a short skirt with built-in shorts, skorts used to be a little bit naff – something I blame entirely on the name – but have since become both hip (Uniqlo predicts its skorts will be a big hit this summer, while Zara's denim skort suit is all over TikTok) and a lightning rod for feminism, after some camogie players in Ireland were banned for wearing skorts instead of skirts. Women's blue paisley print wrap skort £69 at Mint Velvet£69 at Next Women's butter yellow linen-blend skort £50 at Gap£50 at Next Women's wrap denim skort £25.99 at Zara This spring, sales of the John Lewis women's long denim shorts – AKA jorts – were up 300% week on week, something they put down to office casualisation, weather changes and people who don't like shorts. Long, loose-ish and sitting on or below the knee, the trick is to treat them as a halfway house between shorts and jeans. Vogue's Nnadi is a fan: 'I like the idea of an oversized skater-style short or jort that's to the knee, worn with a shrunken cardigan or a classic Chanel jacket and low-heeled slingbacks or ballet flats.' Women's pleated denim shorts £57 at Arket£57 at H&M Women's denim shorts £45 at John Lewis Unisex black baggy denim shorts £44 at Weekday£44 at Asos Men's carrier cargo shorts £55 at Levi's Men's Carhartt camo shorts £130 at Size? Men's navy cargo shorts £88 at End Morwenna Ferrier is the Guardian's fashion and lifestyle editor
Vogue
07-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Vogue
No Beach in Sight, but Jennifer Lawrence Is Dressing for Surfer Dude Summer
For Jennifer Lawrence, a novelty baseball cap and graphic tee makes a transeasonal, go-to fit. Now the temperatures are climbing up again, she's back to adding the classic jorts into her wardrobe rotation. Despite there being no beach in sight of the West Village, she channeled her inner surfer dude. Photographed yesterday in New York City, the No Hard Feelings actor headed out with her son, opting for a casual, laidback look. She wore a beige graphic MORRIS tee emblazoned with a cat's face, a navy baseball cap, light wash gabby denim jorts, and a pair of red and black thong style flip flops from The Row. Even with her most relaxed looks, Lawrence always makes sure to add an elevated, luxury basic or accessory. Think: a statement bag or archival purse du jour, set of Khaite sunglasses, or a simple shoe from her beloved, The Row. Less tie-dye tops and shell necklaces, more Issey Miyake and vintage Fendi. She's also got an arsenal of slogan tees, including her Loewe 'I Told Ya' tee. And the jorts feel like a pull from J-Law summers gone by. In the warmer months, you can catch her pairing tailored Bermuda shorts from The Row with light shirts and ballet flats, or wearing more chill boxer shorts, and linen shorty co-ord sets.
Telegraph
18-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Telegraph
The grown-up woman's guide to wearing denim shorts (without getting into Daisy Duke territory)
'Wait,' my daughter said, her face already opening into a smile. 'Are you really wearing Jorts?' Of course, being the contraction of 'jeans' and 'shorts'. And yes, darling, I am. A pair of mid-blue, high-rise, long-line denim shorts of the sort I'd never previously considered wearing, to be exact. Silhouette-wise, mine are about one salute away from Shelly Long's khaki scoutmaster shorts in Troop Beverly Hills. They also carry faint echoes of 1930s coastal path walkers and 1970s summer-camp directors. These are notable for representing both the first denim shorts I've worn since chopping my worn-out jeans into cut-offs when I was a camp counsellor about 20 years ago, and the longest ones I've ever tried on. And you know what? I like these jorts. Look down Regent Street or around your local park on the next genuinely warm day, and chances are you'll spot people wearing denim shorts. Along with the standard cut-offs that remain a prerequisite in every summer-holiday wardrobe, you'll see longer, looser versions that fall to around the mid-thigh. Drawstring styles. Softer basketball-style shorts. Knee-skimming bermudas, leopard-print jorts, front-pleated pairs… The new shapes and styles are flattering, modern and versatile enough to wear during the unpredictable British summertime. Yes, even for erstwhile shorts refuseniks like me. No wonder John Lewis clocked a 25 per cent week-on-week rise in sales of its And/Or denim shorts near the end of April, ahead of the early-May heatwave. At Hush, where new cuts include the slim bermuda and mid-rise, pleated Lya shorts, sales in the shorts category have doubled year-on-year – one washed-leopard denim short sold out in a week. Mother, the LA-based denim and ready-to-wear brand, has registered 'a real shift in preference for longer denim short styles,' says Tim Kaeding, the brand's creative director and co-founder. Sales of longer shorts (lorts?) have increased by 523 per cent compared to this time last year. I'm all for the denim shorts-aissance, mostly because it's made the shorts world a more inclusive place. 'The early 2000s really scarred a lot of us, with all those itty-bitty little shorts,' says Meghan Gordon, chief marketing officer of premium denim brand DL1961. 'But people are a lot less scared of jean shorts now.' Kate Moss and all the 18-year-olds at Glastonbury can keep their denim hotpants; I'll take a pair of more forgiving jorts any day. (Gordon says at DL1961 too, 'everything is trending toward that slightly longer inseam'.) While plenty of people would rather sweat in jeans all summer than hazard a short, there's a jort out there for everyone. 'Look to your favourite jeans as a guide and shop for something with a similar cut,' Kaeding recommends. Into barrel-leg jeans? Seek out a short that shares a similar width in the thigh. Still love your skinnies? Try a capri. Whatever you like will be the right answer. 'There's an openness to playing with proportions and more trend-right options to choose from. Go with the fit you are most comfortable with.' But how to style them? With an eye on three words: proportion, proportion, proportion. If you're wearing something more voluminous on your bottom half, it's best to keep the top neat and low-key. Wear a vest top or tuck in a boxy tee: it's really that simple. A hip-length chore jacket, boxy cotton jumper or oversized blazer will ward off a chill and pull the components together. Just add footbed slides or retro trainers. Some people manage to achieve a certain boyish charm by pairing an oversized T-shirt with hip-slung jorts and flip-flops. No one's described me as boyish since an unfortunate haircut around age seven. Instead, I'm leaning into the 1970s mum-ness of the look by wearing my denim shorts with a vintage lace-inset top (see also Monsoon's Trish sleeveless ruffle top, £55, or Me+Em's asymmetric crochet vest, £150, for a similar vibe) and Penelope Chilvers' tan leather Shepherdess sandals (£129). Treat the shorts like a midi skirt and style accordingly. Maybe it's Beyoncé's imminent London shows, maybe it's a more general country and western mood in the air, but I'm thinking of wearing a different pair of jorts with a vintage rose-embroidered rodeo shirt and cowgirl boots (at least on June 7, the night I have tickets to the Cowboy Carter tour). If you're a tailoring fan, try a pair of pleat-front jorts with a neutral linen waistcoat and minimal sandals. 'Style them with things that maybe you wouldn't think of wearing with shorts, like a cardigan or a pretty blouse,' Gordon says. 'Add a belt and a ballet flat. Wearing shorts with a ballet flat or a loafer is very 'now'.' Super-short styles are still trending too, if you're so inclined. Just remember that anything shorter than your wrist when your arm is by your side will get you sent to detention (or was it only at my school that administrators prowled the corridors with rulers, checking the distance between knee and hem?). If you aren't sure, give it time. In fashion, if something looks 'off', wait a few months and look again. It can take awhile for the eye to adjust to unfamiliar proportions. Just as barrel-leg jeans probably once looked weird and intimidating, and then became indispensable parts of so many of our jeans collections, the new, longer denim shorts look like they could shape up to be the workhorses of our summer wardrobes. Try a pair. You might like it. Take it from my daughter – even she's coming around to the idea of jorts. The Dos and Don'ts of denim shorts for grown-ups Do Consider your favourite jeans and look for shorts with a similar fit If you're between sizes, size up – a little extra slouch is a good thing Pay close attention to how they fit on the thigh – your leg should have room to breathe Tuck in your T-shirt to keep everything neat Wear them with an oversized blazer and heeled sandals for a smarter look Don't Wear loose shorts with a loose top – balancing proportions is key Buy without trying them on first – denim shorts are easier to shop for in person Accept shorts that feel tight on the thigh Write anything off as 'not for me' until you've tried it – you might surprise yourself Go too short – start with a longer inseam and take it an inch higher at a time Emily's blue denim shorts outfit: Jo striped shirt (exact style is from last summer, but they have similar ones online now), £170, Alex Mill; Olive enamelled small gold T-bar necklace, £145, Tilly Sveass – same T-bar, closest chain I can find to mine online; Long boyfriend denim shorts, £70, Hush; Heeled Shepherdess leather sandals, £129, Penelope Chilvers
