Denim shorts, much like the crop tops or tight dresses of the world, tend to dance on that fine line between cool and basic. It’s all too easy to settle for the mass-fashion end of the spectrum when it comes to these types of trends (you know those millions of “meh” options we’re talking about). But if you’re looking to edge toward the side of cool, it’s all about knowing where to shop.
While we all have that pair of cut-off denim shorts that we reach for during too-hot weekends, you won’t regret having an alternative on hand that’s a little more of a conversation starter. Wouldn’t you rather show up to your weekly Zoom party and stand out? Exactly. Click on to shop some next-level denim, and leave those denim diaper shorts in the back of your drawer in exchange for these picks ahead.
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H&M Denim Shorts High Waist, $, available at H&M
R13 Crossover Asymmetric Denim Shorts, $, available at Net-A-Porter
& Other Stories Raw Edge Denim Shorts, $, available at & Other Stories
Levi 501 High Rise Womens Shorts, $, available at Levi’s
Violeta By Mango Cyclist denim Bermuda, $, available at Mango
Khaite Black ‘The Mitch’ Shorts, $, available at SSENSE
H&M Plus Plus-Size Denim Shorts, $, available at H&MPhoto Courtesy of H&M.
Rolla’s x Sofia Richie Dusters Short, $, available at Rolla’s
Denim Forum Denim Bermuda Short, $, available at Aritzia
NEED London Short in Heart Of Gold, $, available at Need Supply
Acne Studios High-Rise Denim Shorts, $, available at Acne Studios
Madewell High-Rise Long Denim Shorts in Tile White, $, available at Madewell
Ganni Mixed Denim High-Waisted Shorts, $, available at Ganni
Isabel Marant Esquia High-Rise Cotton Shorts, $, available at Matches Fashion
H&M Plus Plus-Size Denim Shorts High Waist, $, available at H&M
Zara Frayed Mid-Rise Denim Shorts, $, available at Zara
Reformation Dixie High Rise Jean Short, $, available at Reformation
Dickies High-Waisted Carpenter Short, $, available at Urban Outfitters
American Eagle Ne(x)t Level Curvy Super High-Waisted Short Short, $, available at American Eagle
RE/DONE 50s Cutoff Shorts, $, available at Shopbop
Simon Miller Lyra Denim Short, $, available at Simon Miller
Urban Bliss Plus Plus-Size Denim Shorts With Frayed Hem, $, available at ASOS
Topshop Balloon Roll Hem White Denim Shorts, $, available at Topshop
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