After so many months of paying our dues in thick, woolly layers, at last, the sun is rearing its head and it’s time to celebrate in the only way we know how—through clothing.
Excitingly for us there are some fresh summer trends entering the rotation this year—including my new favourite trouser trend: long shorts. A pallet cleanser to the micro shorts that have dominated fashion crowds and runways for so long, this season, the laid-back long shorts trend is on the up and honestly, I don’t think that shorts have every looked chicer.
Still new on the scene, I’ve rounded up seven of the chicest shoe pairings that always look good with long shorts, in order to give you a head start on styling the trend. Read on to discover the seven best shoes to wear with long shorts below.
DISCOVER THE CHICEST SHOES AND LONG SHORTS PAIRINGS HERE:
1. MARY JANES
Style Notes: Adding a pretty and feminine edge to your daily styling, the mary jane shoe trend is a summer wardrobe staple. Giving the relaxed shorts a smarter edge, this clever combination makes for an elegant outfit that you can style throughout the working week and beyond.
SHOP LONG SHORTS AND MARY JANES:
COS
Metallic Hopsack Bermuda Shorts
Wear with the matching blazer or style with pretty white top.
Sezane
Paula Babies Mary Janes
Style with white socks or go without.
Massimo Dutti
Cotton Blend Bermuda Shorts
These also come in a light cream shade.
Marks & Spencer
Buckle Flat Square Toe Ballet Pumps
Mary janes are such an easy way to elevate your casual style.
2. BALLET FLATS
Style Notes: I’ll always come back to ballet flats when I want to inject a classy edge. Leaning in to the elegant nature of the longer hemline, ballet flats and long shorts work together to give your outfit an ultra-polished energy.
SHOP LONG SHORTS AND BALLET FLATS:
Free-est
On Repeat Linen Shorts
The butter yellow colour trend is taking off this season.
Mango
Bow Leather Ballerina
These look more expensive than they are.
Uniqlo
Linen Blend Pleated Shorts
The linen composition makes these naturally breathable and ideal for hot summer days.
& Other Stories
Ruched Leather Ballet Flats
These dark red shoes are an easy way to add a pop of colour into your summer wardrobe.
3. THONG SANDALS
Style Notes: Lightweight, casual and perfect for hot summer days, thong sandals are the trending shoe silhouette that you can catch me in all summer long. Wear with long-line shorts for a breezy weekend look, and dress your style up with a boxy blazer or button down.
SHOP LONG SHORTS AND THONG SANDALS:
Selected Femme
Selfina High-Waisted Chino Shorts
Wear with a button up or style with a cotton tee.
COS
Sculptural Eva Flip Flops
The most comfortable shoe trend on the market right now.
Marks & Spencer
Linen Blend High Waisted Bermuda Shorts
Wear with the matching waistcoat or style with a black top.
Reformation
Jessie Thong Sandal
These leather flip flops also come in three other colour ways.
4. SLINGBACKS
Style Notes: Slingback shoes are one of my favourite footwear trends of the year. Classy, comfortable, and so very elegant, the sleek silhouette delivers a graceful look every time. To style an outfit that feels both trendy and timeless, pair your favourite slingbacks with longline denim shorts and style with a white tee or shirt.
SHOP LONG SHORTS AND SLINGBACKS:
Reformation
Raye Mid Rise Denim Jorts
The non-stretch denim shorts will take a little while to break in.
& Other Stories
Slingback Leather Pumps
Slingback kitten heels are such an easy way to dress up your favourite jeans.
Mango
Loose Denim Shorts
These also comes in white.
Mango
Patent Leather-Effect Heeled Shoes
The red colour trend continues to dominate this season.
5. CAGED SHOES
Style Notes: If you’re living out the summer months in a city, then the caged sandal trend is the one you need to know. More protective that a strappy sandal or mesh flat, these chunky shoes ensure a comfortable stride and a chic silhouette. Wear with long denim shorts for an easy ensemble you can feel comfortable in all day long.
SHOP LONG SHORTS AND CAGED SHOES:
Arket
Loose Denim Shorts
Long-line denim shorts are one of the season’s key buys.
Sezane
Constance Low Sandals
This chocolate brown colour styles so well with blue and burgundy shades.
Monki
Low Loose Denim Shorts
Low rise denim is a major trend this summer.
Fracap
Ola Sandals
These ultra-comfortable shoes will become one of your most reached for pairs.
6. COWBOY BOOTS
Style Notes: Though we’re well into the summer months now, the cowboy boots trend continues to thrive. Styling so well with long cotton and denim shorts, the easy combination will keep you comfortable and cosy on those cooler summer days.
SHOP LONG SHORTS AND COWBOY BOOTS:
Agolde
Risha Low-Rise Denim Bermuda Shorts
I always come back to Agolde for the excellent denim items.
Khaite
Dallas Leather Knee Boots
These also come in a brown suede style.
Bershka
Denim Bermuda Shorts
These also come in three other washes.
Mango
Cowboy Leather Boots
Shop these whilst they’re 25% off.
7. TRAINERS
Style Notes: Sporty shorts and chunky trainers are the unsung hero of my weekend wardrobe. Lean in to the comfortable energy and style with a roomy jumper, otherwise throw on a cotton shirt or boxy blazer to dress up your look.
SHOP LONG SHORTS AND TRAINERS:
Lululemon
Wunder Train High-Rise Short
Wear these from the park to the pub.
New Balance
2002r Leather-Trimmed Mesh and Suede Sneakers
These comfortable days are perfect for day-to-day use.
Marks & Spencer
Go Move Shorts
These come in sizes 6—24.
Salomon
Xt-6 Rubber-Trimmed Mesh Sneakers
The Salomon trainer trend is taking off this summer.
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