Shorts have always been a summer staple, but this warm-weather basic is taking on a new meaning in the cycles of fashion trends.
Given their prevalence on the spring 2024 catwalks, We knew that Shorts would be big This year, although we didn’t see a single style take over: micro shorts and hot pants dominated the catwalks like Gucci, Tom Ford, Versace, and Miu Miu; the latter also featured longer swim shorts, while Bermuda shorts For those who were opposed to extremes, moderate lengths were also omnipresent.
So, what shorts are we wearing now? It depends on you more than ever, with an exceptionally great diversity on the market these days; but we have identified six trends that seem to be having a Moment this year. From ultra-short to ultra-long, from baggy to tailored, buy them all in the galleries below.
Boxer
Boxers are a comfortable and simple style that can be dressed up or down. They are ideal for hot temperatures. Consumer behavior confirms that they are having a Moment: buyer searches on LTK for boxers have increased by 233% in the last 60 days. And the number of contributions from LTK developers with Boxers increased by 314% year-on-year. Purchases of boxers increased by 91% between April 2023 and April 2024, according to Klarna.
SHORT PANTS
Micro-shorts were everywhere on the catwalks of 2024, but it was not immediately clear whether many real buyers would participate in them. Well, the brands are betting that we will: they are everywhere, from High-waisted to Low-waisted; Denim to sequins.
Bermuda
At the other end of the length spectrum, knee-length shorts — also known as Bermuda Shorts – continue to experience a resurgence, probably due to the continued popularity of the year 2000 aesthetic.
WIDE DENIM SHORTS
Jorts will never go out of style, but this year the brands are making them longer and looser than ever. Dress up with kitten heels for a night out or practical sneakers for a casual daytime look.
Sports pants
This is perhaps the most casual Shorts trend of 2024 – and especially popular in street style. Sports shorts and basketball shorts are the ultimate versatility that will take you from an evening on the couch to a night out, depending on your style.
Linen shorts
Linen shorts are the MVP of summer fabrics and become your favorite piece when the temperatures really rise. They are a classic that you don’t have to worry about going out of style, but they are very popular right now: LTK searches for them have increased by 110% in the last 60 days.